Famous Shrine near Namba: Kouzu Shrine
Kouzu Shrine, located in the heart of Osaka City, is dedicated to one of the most important people in Osaka’s
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Kouzu Shrine, located in the heart of Osaka City, is dedicated to one of the most important people in Osaka’s
Read MoreCherry Blossoms i.e. Sakura [桜] No matter how many other kinds of flowers bloom in the spring, sakura will always
Read MorePeach Blossoms, i.e. Momo [桃] From afar, I think this flower is the most difficult to properly identify. To be
Read MoreFlowering Quince, i.e Boke 木瓜 Now this is where things can get a little tricky. Boke are a very common
Read MoreA few years ago, I met up with a friend in America who had just come back from a trip
Read MoreThe attractions of Osaka City are modern and exciting to say the least, but while there is an abundance of
Read MoreOne of the biggest festivals in Osaka is Tooka Ebisu, held every January 9-11th, with most events taking place on the 10th.
Read MoreNo holiday is special without decorations to set the mood for the season. Japanese New Year’s decorations, O-shogatsu kazari, are
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