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Osaka is one of the largest cities in Japan, but compared to large cities, Osaka only has a few parks

Shirokita Park, Osaka’s Hidden Iris Garden

You might think that there are few parks in Osaka, especially in the city center. But this isn’t true! Just

There are many key shaped burial mounds, or Zenpokoen-Fun, in Kansai region, especially Nara and Osaka. However, the public is

When it comes to fall foliage, or koyo [紅葉] in Japanese, Kyoto always comes to people’s minds. For this reason,

One of the largest and most popular parks in Osaka is Hamadera Park in south Sakai City. Hamadera Park is

Just north of Osaka City are a number of popular family friendly parks and attractions. Easily the most popular of

On the Kitan Strait just north of Wakayama City is the small island cluster of Tomogashima. While you may think

One of Osaka’s favorite attractions, especially for families, is Tennoji Zoo [天王寺動物園]. Opened in 1915 it is the 3rd oldest