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1. Osaka Castle Museum
- Located within Osaka Castle, the Osaka City Museum gives a comprehensive introduction to the history, economy and culture of Osaka from the Paleolithic... read more
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2. Osaka Aquarium
- The natural environments of the Pacific "Ring of Fire," the volcanic perimeter which surrounds the Pacific Ocean, have been recreated in 14 separate... read more
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3. Hep Five Ferris Wheel
- Building a Ferris wheel into the upper floors of a shopping mall in the middle of an enormous city was a bold and brilliant idea. The Hep Five... read more
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4. Kyoto and Nara Day Tour including Golden Pavilion and Todaiji Temple from Osaka
Enjoy seeing the main sights of both Kyoto and Nara in one day. This day tour takes you to Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto...
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5. Kyoto Morning Tour of Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace from Osaka
See the sights of Kyoto on this 3.5-hour morning tour. Kyoto was Japan's capital and the Emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. Included in this...
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6. Nara Afternoon Tour of Todaiji Temple, Deer Park and Kasuga Shrine from Osaka
Enjoy the afternoon visiting Nara. Due to its past as the first permanent capital of Japan, it remains full of historic treasures, including some...
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7. Suntory Museum Tempozan
The Suntory Museum, which you can tour in about 30 minutes, is that fantastically modern-looking structure you see near the aquarium, designed...
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8. Disney Store
- This is not the only Disney store in Osaka, but perhaps the most convenient, being located in the Hep Five shopping center. This one is like all... read more
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9. United Arrows
- This clothing outlet, conveniently located in the Big Step shopping center, carries an enormous range of clothing. Whether you are looking for... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- The list of things to do in Osaka includes must-see attractions, big sights and fine museums. Check out a tour, dig into some outdoor activities and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Osaka Castle Museum gives a comprehensive introduction to the history, economy and culture of Osaka from the Paleolithic Age to the Edo Period (1603-1867). There are also many tours to enjoy, including a variety of Kyoto and Nara excursions. The day tour alone takes you to Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto Imperial Palace and the Kyoto Handicraft Center in Kyoto, then the Todaiji Temple, Deer Park and Kasuga Shrine in Nara. Just leave some time to catch your breath. There are many things to do in Osaka, putting it on par with Japan's greatest sightseeing destinations.
