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Filed in archive Hidden Gems by Josh Lew on August 20, 2007

Osaka
Osaka is, in many ways, the opposite of Tokyo. A much older and more storied history gives Osaka its flavor. Sure, this is Japan and consumerism and technology have the spotlight. This aspect of Modern Japan is on display in Osaka, just as it is in every other major Japanese city. Umeda Joypolis Sega is, as the name rather brashly suggests, is a modern center for fun, noise, video games, and, bizarrely, a Ferris wheel. The world's largest IMAXlinks theater is located in Osaka, as is one of the world's largest aquariums. Even at these places, local color shines through in the form of street entertainers who work the crowds on the sidewalks outside the entrance to the IMAX and aquarium.

Osaka's real charm is in its history. Traditional arts like puppet theater can be seen at National Bunraku Theater. The most recognizable and incomprehensible of Japanese sports, sumo wrestling, is always interesting. The national tournament in held in Osaka in March.

Sumiyoshi Taisha is one of the oldest surviving Shinto shrines in Japan. The grounds and buildings are quite a sight, especially considering most of the other older buildings in Osaka were either renovated or completely rebuilt after World War II.

Osaka Castle is a favorite picnic spot during Cherry blossom season. The pleasant gardens offset the rather drab buildings.

Osaka is a great place to see and sample cities other than Tokyo.






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