DESCRIPTION
Osaka is Japan’s second largest metropolitan city after Tokyo and is conveniently close to Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe for easy day trips. The city is famous for its tourist attractions, shopping districts, and vibrant culture.
For independent travelers, Easy Travel recommends the Osaka Amazing Pass, an affordable pass that offers unlimited use of Osaka public transportation (bus and subway) and free or discounted access to many attractions, including Santa Maria Pirate Ship, Umeda Sky Building observatory, ferris wheel rides, museums, onsen, and more. The pass also provides discounts at select shops and restaurants, costing ¥2,500 for 1 day and ¥3,000 for 2 days.
For independent travelers, Easy Travel recommends the Osaka Amazing Pass, an affordable pass that offers unlimited use of Osaka public transportation (bus and subway) and free or discounted access to many attractions, including Santa Maria Pirate Ship, Umeda Sky Building observatory, ferris wheel rides, museums, onsen, and more. The pass also provides discounts at select shops and restaurants, costing ¥2,500 for 1 day and ¥3,000 for 2 days.
FOOD
There are lots of delicious Japanese food which origins from Osaka. Below are some of famous Osaka cuisines
Okonomiyaki
If you translate okonomiyaki into english, it means "fried anything you like". Okonomiyaki is Osaka most famous dish. You can find lots of Okonomiyaki stores in Osaka especially in Namba Area. Okonomiyaki is a pancake-like with shredded cabbage and a whole range of other ingredients such as prawn, octopus, meat, finished with mayonnaise, nori, katsuobushi. In some restaurants, okonomiyaki is prepared by the customers on a hot place on their table. So you can also try to cook your own okonomiyaki.
Takoyaki
Takoyaki means "grilled octopus" and also Osaka famous snacks. You can find stands selling takoyaki in parks or any other festivals throughout Japan. Takoyaki is a flour and egg based filled with octopus slices, pickled ginger and green onion, finished with mayonnaise, aomori and katsuobushi. You should try the real Osaka Takoyaki when you visit Osaka
Kushikatsu
Kushikatsu is deep fried pieces of food on skewers. Meat and vegetables are the most common ingredients for kushikatsu. Shinsekai is the best place to enjoy Kushikatsu. There are lots of restaurants selling delicious kushikatsu.
Okonomiyaki
If you translate okonomiyaki into english, it means "fried anything you like". Okonomiyaki is Osaka most famous dish. You can find lots of Okonomiyaki stores in Osaka especially in Namba Area. Okonomiyaki is a pancake-like with shredded cabbage and a whole range of other ingredients such as prawn, octopus, meat, finished with mayonnaise, nori, katsuobushi. In some restaurants, okonomiyaki is prepared by the customers on a hot place on their table. So you can also try to cook your own okonomiyaki.
Takoyaki
Takoyaki means "grilled octopus" and also Osaka famous snacks. You can find stands selling takoyaki in parks or any other festivals throughout Japan. Takoyaki is a flour and egg based filled with octopus slices, pickled ginger and green onion, finished with mayonnaise, aomori and katsuobushi. You should try the real Osaka Takoyaki when you visit Osaka
Kushikatsu
Kushikatsu is deep fried pieces of food on skewers. Meat and vegetables are the most common ingredients for kushikatsu. Shinsekai is the best place to enjoy Kushikatsu. There are lots of restaurants selling delicious kushikatsu.
CLIMATE / WEATHER
Spring (April–June): 10–20°C, cherry blossoms bloom, perfect for sightseeing.
Summer (July–September): 25–35°C, ideal for outdoor activities.
Autumn (October–December): 8–20°C, autumn foliage turns red and yellow, great for hiking. The closest hiking spot is Minoo Park.
Winter (January–March): 0–10°C, cold weather, enjoy winter scenery.
Summer (July–September): 25–35°C, ideal for outdoor activities.
Autumn (October–December): 8–20°C, autumn foliage turns red and yellow, great for hiking. The closest hiking spot is Minoo Park.
Winter (January–March): 0–10°C, cold weather, enjoy winter scenery.
TRANSPORTATION
Osaka has a great public transportation system, allowing you to travel anywhere by train, subway, or bus at an affordable price.
For travelers with lots of luggage who want to skip transfer hassles, we recommend Easy Travel Private Taxi Hire.
For travelers with lots of luggage who want to skip transfer hassles, we recommend Easy Travel Private Taxi Hire.
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