Osaka is a commercial center and large port city that is located on the beautiful Japanese island of Honshu. The city is known for its hearty street food, modern architecture, and vibrant nightlife. The city’s position on the Yodo delta, along with its extensive network of canals and watercourses that are spanned by over a thousand bridges, has appropriately earned Osaka the moniker of “Venice of the East.” The city boasts a futuristic skyline with countless magnificent examples of contemporary architecture. From energetic music venues to superb museums to impressive art galleries, Osaka offers no shortage of fun things to do. Visitors should check out the marvelous Osaka Castle, Tennoji Park and Zoo, and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. Osaka Map

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