Universal Studios Japan is a theme park located in Osaka Bay Area with eight sections based on movies like Jurassic Park, Spiderman, and Terminator. Visitors can enjoy rides and attractions themed around popular films. Osaka Aquarium, located in Tempozan Harbor Village, has large central tanks where visitors can observe sea life from different depths. Dotonbori is a former entertainment district now known for its bright neon lights and restaurants serving local foods like takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine, one of Japan's oldest, enshrines three gods protecting travelers and sailors. Osaka Castle Park has views of the castle along with historical attractions, gardens, and food vendors.

2. UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN

3. Universal Studios Japan was the first theme park under
the Universal Studios brand to be built in Asia.
Universal Studios Japan is found in the Osaka Bay Area
the theme park occupies an area of 39 hectares and is
one of the most visited amusement park in Japan.
Universal Studios Japan currently has eight sections:
Hollywood, New York, San Francisco, Jurassic Park,
Lagoon, Waterworld, Amity Village and Universal
Wonderland.
Visitors are able to enjoy many amusement rides,
ranging from child-friendly carousels to thrilling roller
coasters and simulators, based on popular movies such
as Spiderman, Back to the Future, Terminator 2 and
Jurassic Park.

4. OSAKA AQUARIUM

5. Osaka Aquarium, also known as Kaiyukan, is
located in the Tempozan Harbor Village of
Osaka's bay area, and is one of Japan's most
spectacular aquarium.
Visitors start their tour of the aquarium on the
8th floor and slowly spiral down floor by floor
around the central tank. Some of the tanks
stretch over several floors, making it possible to
observe the animals from different depths and
perspectives.

6. Dotonbori

7. Dotonbori is a former pleasure and theatre district.
These days it's better known for its restaurants and
shops with bright neon lights and elaborate store front
displays.
Dotonbori is a single street running alongside the
Dotonbori canal in Namba (Osaka's main shopping and
entertainment area).
Dotonbori features several famous restaurants for local
fare such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Its neon lights
are some of Asia's best. It has a lively atmosphere.

8. Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine

9. It's one of the oldest shrines in Japan. It
was founded in the year 211 — before
Chinese architecture influenced the design
of temples in Japan. Its architecture is
purely Japanese.
Sumiyoshi-taisha enshrines three gods
(kami) said to protect travellers, fishermen
and sailors. The shrine is heavily used by
locals .

10. Shinsaibashi

11. A large shopping
district centred around
the Shinsaibashi
Shopping Arcade.
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12. Osaka Castle/Park

13. Osaka castle is a recreation of a 17th century castle
that played an important role in the unification of
Japan.
Osaka Castle Park is a large pleasant park with
views of Osaka castle and its huge moats and castle
walls. There are various historical attractions,
gardens and food vendors in the park. On weekends
buskers perform. When the weather is good, the
park takes on a festive atmosphere (particularly on
weekends).
It's one of the best places in Osaka to do hanami
(cherry blossom viewing).

14. Shitennoji Temple

15. Shitennoji (593) was the first Buddhist
temple constructed in Japan. Like most
wooden temples in the country — it
has burned down at various times in
history. Each time its reconstruction
was faithful to the 6th century original.

16. Umeda Joypolis Sega

17. Two floors of video games with a Ferris wheel on
the roof. Recommended for its carnival
atmosphere even if you're not a gamer. In
addition to the usual assortment of video games
and UFO catchers — Umeda Joypolis Sega
features amusement park rides such as virtual
skydiving.

18. Nipponbashi Denden Town

19. Nipponbashi Denden Town is an electronics
shopping district.
It's the only place in Japan where electronics
prices are negotiable.
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20. Tempozan Ferris Wheel

21. The Tempozan Ferris Wheel was the
World's tallest ferris wheel from 1997-
1999. Its neon lights predict the weather
for the next day — orange for sunny, green
for cloudy and blue for rain.
It's located beside the Osaka Aquarium
Kaiyukan at Tempozan Harbor Village.

22. Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street

23. The longest covered shopping
arcade in Japan at 2.6
kilometres.
Need I say more?
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24. Nagai Park

25. A large forested park with
numerous sports facilities and a
botanical garden.

26. CUPNOODLES MUSEUM

27. This facility has various CUPNOODLES displays
and do-it-yourself experience. You can mix and
match various soups and ingredients in a
cup.There is also a CUPNOODLES Park where
you can experience how CUPNOODLES products
are manufactured.

28. HEP 5

29. A shopping complex with specialty
shops geared for young people, boasts
Kita’s newest symbol: a bright red
Ferris wheel on its roof

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