Experience the energy of one of the largest cities
in the world; a city where tradition meets the future with neon lights,
robotics, arcades and skyscrapers sitting alongside ancient art and beautiful
cherry blossom.
This Osaka neighborhood, with a name that translates to New World, is a historic entertainment district with cultural, shopping and gastronomic attractions.
Experience a shopper’s paradise and symbol of downtown Osaka as you explore the bustling arcade where brightly colored storefronts display the latest fashion trends.
Climb the hill and be treated to two features: a panoramic city view and estates of wealthy magnates. The harbor activity below is fascinating to watch.
A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.
Glass-melding and Buddhist shrines set the stage for old-world Japan, while steaming hot springs used by the imperial family create an otherworldly setting.
Claiming to have therapeutic benefits, this town is quite popular. Listen to the account of a man who arrived using a walking stick and left without aid.