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Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Located just a 5-minute walk from Osakako Station, Kaiyukan is one of the world’s largest aquariums and a major attraction for tourists and locals alike. It features a variety of marine life that will fascinate both adults and children. It’s educational and fun, and a must-see if you’re ever in the city.
Osaka Castle
This castle is without a doubt one of the most visited attractions not only in the city but also in the country as a whole. Its construction began back in 1583 and it has undergone several renovations and remodelings over the years. After several renovations, the castle now has a modern, museum-like interior. But it never loses its important role in Japanese history.
When visiting the castle, be sure to spend some time at the Nishinomaru Garden, located in Osaka Castle Park, where you can have a picnic while admiring the beauty of the castle.
Food, food and more food
Osaka is popularly known as the center of soul food in Japan, and for good reason. The city’s food culture is dominated by noodles, fried foods, and starchy dishes, with sweet and savory sauces often drenching these delicacies. The best part is that, despite the delicious taste, all of these dishes are budget-friendly and will not leave you disappointed, even if you are a self-confessed foodie with high expectations.
Here are some of the most common dishes that you should definitely try during your stay in the city:
Takoyaki
Tako means “octopus” and yaki means “fried”, but takoyaki is much more than that. Pieces of octopus are inside an egg-battered batter that is cooked between two metal plates, forming little balls out of it.
Kushikatsu
These are pieces of vegetables, seafood, and meat that are deep-fried on skewers.
Okonomiyaki
These are Japanese pancakes filled with cabbage, any meat, seafood, vegetables, cheese, mochi and more.
Teppanyaki
High-quality steak, vegetables and meat are cooked by the chef on a metal plate and served immediately.
Yakisoba
These are noodles cooked on a hot metal plate, often with pork pieces, cabbage, squid pieces and a sweet and salty sauce.