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Tempozan Marketplace

Located between the Tempozan Ferris Wheel and Osaka Aquarium, this large shopping and dining complex has everything you need to keep you and your travelling

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Tendon Kaneko Hannosuke

The Banpaku Memorial Park outpost of the famous Kaneko Hannosuke tendon serves up a solid and perfectly decent bowl of tempura. Don't expect the nicest surroundings though - you'll be chowing down i

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Tengu

Can't be bothered to queue at Daruma? Don't worry - there's another kushikatsu restaurant in Shinsekai that's just as good, if not better. Tengu is sure to satisfy all your greasy, deep-fried desires.

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Tenjinbashi Aoki

Aoki is a tiny 8-seat kaiseki restaurant in the Kita area that's notoriously difficult to get reservations at, not least because it has 2 Michelin stars. Michelin hype isn't eve

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Tenjinbashi Suji Shopping Street

Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street in Osaka's Kita district stretches a whopping 2.5 kilometers long. More importantly, it's home to over 600 shops and restaurants to browse. Its

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Tenjinbashi

Stretching for over two and a half kilometers past Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, Tenjinbashisuji shopping street is the longest covered shopping arcade in Japan, and one of Osaka's oldest merchant areas. Wes

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Tennoji And Abeno Area

Osaka's third major downtown hub, Tennoji, is rapidly transforming from a seedy retro wasteland into a happening urban center. The soaring new Abeno Harukas tower is only one of the many interesting s

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Tennoji Koen Park

Head over to Tennoji-koen Park near Tennoji Station for a respite from Osaka's crowds in some open space. You could check out the zoo, art museum, and Buddhist temple, but the best fun here is just w

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Tennoji Zoo

Known as Tennoji Dobutsuen in Japanese, Tennoji Zoo might not be up to international standards, but does house a variety of animals from lions and red pandas to penguins and rhinos. If you're travelin

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Teppanyaro Urasando

True blue Osaka nightlife dining with standout signature dishes. ![Close up of a knife separating the different layers of the star dish in the Teppanyaro restaurant, Osaka](https://photos.smugmug.com

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The Boly Osaka

The Boly Osaka is a fantastic budget hotel located along the Tosabori-gawa River in Kita. It's got great style, friendly staff and comfortable rooms, all for a phenomenal price. ![Chairs and tables o

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The Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi

Besides the comfortable rooms and great location, the Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi stands out for its fun value-added guest services like free ramen and fun cultural workshops. A great choice for first-t

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The Most Romantic Hotels In Osaka

Whether you're on a honeymoon or just want to spend some quality time with someone you love, Osaka has some seriously romantic hotels where you can make some memories. Here are our favorites. ![Loung

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The Museum Of Oriental Ceramics Osaka

If you're a pottery lover, you'll love the Museum of Oriental Ceramics in the Umeda district. But even if you're not a huge fan, their collection of Asian ceramics is guaranteed to make you fall in lo

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The National Museum Of Ethnology

The National Museum of Ethnology is arguably the best museum in Osaka. It presents various cultures from around the world in exquisite and colorful detail, making it excellent for both children and ad

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The Park Front Hotel At Universal Studios Japan

This stylish and comfortable hotel is less than a one-minute walk to the main entrance of USJ. Rooms are spacious by Japanese standards, there are some great views from the rooms, and the staff is wel

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The Ritz Carlton Osaka

Located around 750 metres southwest of JR Osaka Station, the Ritz-Carlton is an ultra-luxe hotel that's worthy of the brand name. ![The Ritz-Carlton Osaka](https://photos.smugmug.com/Osaka/Kita-and-U

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The St Regis Osaka

Somewhere between an ultra-luxe hotel and a boutique hotel, the St. Regis is an immaculate hotel right in the heart of Honmachi, just steps from Honmachi Station. It's a great hotel for discerning tra

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The Westin Osaka

The Westin Osaka is a large international-class hotel with all the facilities you expect and spacious, comfortable rooms and reasonable rates for this class. ![The Westin Osaka](https://photos.smugmu

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Tokumasa Udon

Near the southeast corner of Osaka Castle Park, this restaurant serves a very decent bowl of curry udon, a spicy and filling dish that's perfect for powering you through a day of sightseeing. Look for

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Things To Do In Osaka

Here's our list of the best things to do in Osaka so you can make the most of your time in the city. ![A view of Osaka Castle nestled amongst the fall foliage with a backdrop of Osaka skyscrapers](ht

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Tokyu Hands

If you're the creative type, a DIY enthusiast or just someone who loves a well-designed product, the Shinsaibashi branch of Tokyu Hands is the perfect place for you. ![Tokyu Hands](https://photos.smu

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Tokyu Stay Osaka Honmachi

Right in the heart of the city, the Tokyu Stay Honmachi is one of the most reasonable hotels in Osaka. It's a simple business hotel that has all you need for a pleasant stay. ![Tokyu Stay Osaka Honma

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Tonkatsu Daiki

Craving something homey, approachable, and affordable? At Daiki, a tonkatsu specialist in Higashi-Shinsaibashi, you'll find gorgeous deep-fried pork cutlets at affordable prices. Lunches are great if

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Tonkatsu Kobayashi

If you enjoy your battered, deep-fried pork cutlets in atmospheric surroundings, Tonkatsu Kobayashi near Umeda Station is the place to go. It's delightfully retro and serves up a delicious, reasonably

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Toyoko Inn Osaka Umeda Higashi

The Toyoko Inn Osaka Umeda Higashi is a cheap, decent business hotel in the Kita district. Rooms are no-frills but they have everything you might need just to sleep here. Don't expect luxury and you'l

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Toyoko Inn Shin Osaka Chuo Guchi Honkan

The Toyoko Inn Shin-Osaka Chuo-guchi Honkan is a cheap, decent business hotel located a stone's throw from Shin-Osaka Station. If you're travelling to and from Shin-Osaka and need a base, this is perf

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Tsuruhashi Fugetsu Tsuruhashi

The undisputed standard of casual Osaka okonomiyaki chain spots. ![Some glazed pieces of okonomiyaki still on the teppan grill in the Okonomiyaki Tsuruhashi Fugetsu restaurant in Osaka](https://photo

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Udon Ippuku

Looking for a bowl of curry udon to warm your heart and soul -- without the queues? When you're near Osaka Castle, head just slightly further afield to Yatagarasu UDON in Tanimachi Yonchome. ![A roun

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Umeda Sky Building

Love sky-high, panoramic views? Head over to the Umeda Sky Building near Osaka Station for fantastic cityscape views from morning to night. Just watch out for the strong winds. ![Umeda Sky Building](

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Unagiya

It takes a bit of courage to enter this traditional unagi (eel) restaurant a few minutes' walk southwest of Shin-Osaka Station, but it's worth it: the unagi here is sublime. Expect to pay around ¥3,50

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Unesco World Heritage Sites In And Around Osaka

Osaka is home to one of Japan's 23 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are several others within daytrip distance. Here are all the details on UNESCO World Heritage Sites in and around Osaka. Osaka

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