OSAKA is the second largest city in Japan and the 13th largest city in the world, with a population of about 10.5 million people. Famous landmarks in Osaka include Osaka Castle - which played a pivotal role in the Siege of Osaka and was featured in the 1980 American television mini-series "Shogun “ and  Shitenno-ji - the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan.

Many of Japan's foremost sightseeing spots are located in Kansai, the region surrounding Osaka. There are plenty of ways to get to and from Osaka, so it's just a quick trip to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and other popular sightseeing locations! The first step on your trip to Osaka is a flight to Kansai International Airport. Osaka is in almost the exact center of Japan.

Osaka is known as the “Nation's Kitchen,” and is well known for delicious foods such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki. The most famous food district in Osaka is Dotonbori. And, best of all, Osaka is significantly cheaper than Tokyo. Prices for hotels and restaurants in Osaka tend to be at least 30% cheaper than those in Tokyo; Osaka is the third largest city in Japan (population 2.7 million) behind Tokyo and Yokohama. It has a rich history dating back some 1,500 years. Popular for its nightlife, food and shopping, and from fish to souvenirs to cosmetics that are surprisingly cheap in Japan. Osaka should definitely be on your list when planning your Japan itinerary.

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