BEST 10 things to do in Osaka Japan for First-Timers | Osaka Travel Guide

[Music] thank you log travel from Tokyo hi I'm Meg from Tokyo in this video let me show you my top 10 spots in Osaka before we get down to business let's explore the distinctive characteristics of Osaka Osaka is renowned as a city of merchants with numerous rivers and kennels running through the city Osaka has flourished for a long time as a commercial town I live in Tokyo but I have the impression that Osaka is better at business than other areas when it comes to access Osaka offers a multitude of frequent trains and buses just like Tokyo if you couldn't catch the last train please use a taxi lastly from my perspective I see that people in Osaka are more friendly and talkative compared to those in Tokyo okay then let's go [Music] [Laughter] number one the soothing kak Tower is a landmark in Osaka located in a district known as shinsekai it's about 103 meters tall which is around 338 feet they built back in 1920 and now it's actually recognized as a national tangible cultural property it's made of rainforced concrete and has a unique design with the prominent steel power at the top at the tower Summit third of the branching Deck with an open sailing offering you the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka City and the surrounding landscapes as you continue up the stairs with an additional fee you will find a special outdoor obviously called Timber paradise and the jump out Observatory called tip that sustain Kaku both providing panoramic views of the sky the tower reaches a height of 94.5 meters while the build through the window is accelerating it's the breathtaking Beauty from up here that's truly stands out moreover there is a slides known as the tower slider though I didn't get to try it this time it's said that you can slide down from a height of 22 meters above the ground to the first baseman 4 in just 10 seconds foreign [Music] located in downtown Southern Osaka shinseka is at the base of two things Tower which is considered the symbol of Osaka the main feature of this area are the vibrant signboards and energetic Street colors of the restaurant while in shinsekai you have the opportunity to enjoy restaurants serving your shops and games it All Began in 1912 when an amusement park was constructed with student Kaku as a centerpiece the name shinsekai includes new culture and technology that didn't exist during the Edo ERA this name reflects people's aspirations to create a fresh modern area of Interest blending the essence of Paris and New York there are numerous amazing stores so I recommend you to visit shinsekai along with two think that Tower number three Osaka Castle Osaka Castle is one of the largest castles in Japan and its Majestic presence is sure to leave you overwhelmed the building boasts a long history and you have the opportunity to view valuable documents dating back over 500 years as well as experience wearing armor moreover from the top of the castle tower you can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka City although it has a long history don't you think it has a rather new and clean appearance actually they also have a castle we see today is the third generation of the castle the first castle was constructed by Toyota mishideoshi as a foundation for unifying the country next the Tokugawa family came to power and the castle was destroyed once it was later rebuilt by tokugawahide however It suffers the second disaster caused by lightning strikes and deterioration of public order the third time it was reconstructed with contributions from citizens resulting in the completion of the present day Osaka castle in 1931. the only thing to keep in mind when visiting is that it's a bit far from the station requiring about a 25-minute walk if vlogging is too challenging especially on rainy days or hot summer days I recommend considering the use of a shuttle bus or a taxi that operates in the area thank you [Music] number four is Japan's tallest building standing at a height of 300 meters however azabuntai Hills currently under construction in Toronto Montauk with the expected completion date in November 2023 surpassing the height of avenu harukas abego harukasi is a multifunctional complex where you can explore a shopping mall restaurants stay at the Marriott hotel and experience an observation deck first recommendation is the observation deck you can enjoy the panoramic view of Osaka City from the top floor which is at the height of 300 meters even if you don't go up to the observation deck I recommend visiting the free Garden on the 16th floor when you are tired of walking you can take a rest with Greenery the second recommendation is the restaurant Sky Garden 300 where you can enjoy dinner while viewing the night view from the 14th floor unfortunately I couldn't go there this time because it was fully booked several days in advance if you're interested you should make a reservation as soon as you decide on your schedule foreign if you're looking for delicious food near Osaka and umida stations this must be the spot for you a six minute walk from Jr Osaka station is a new spot that's just opened in November 2019. more than 20 restaurants are gathered on the basement floor of links umida that street offers a wide variety of Cuisines from all circular Specialties to local dishes from all over Japan but I felt like eating Osaka local dishes so I got the takoyaki at the restaurant named Creole takoyaki is a local or psychedelicacy consisting of a Florida filled with octopus and condiments baked in the superior shape about 3 to 5 Centimeters in diameter plus there is a wide variety of octopus based menus and drink if you're not yet full after eating takoyaki it might be interesting to visit other restaurants in Ocean [Music] thank you number six kuromon Market kuromo Market is a 580 meter long shopping Street located in the center of Osaka City it comprises by the number of stores that have remained here for a long time and the number of new stores that have entered the market especially after covet 19. with more than 170 stores lining the store it is a very energetic and enjoyable place to visit however it's between you and me I felt that some stores were selling at very high prices taking advantage of the fact that for interests were unaware of the fair prices from my point of view my impression was that stores specializing in crop and Kobe beef were especially prominent this time I'd like to introduce a few restaurants that from my perspective as a local offer a good balance of price and taste first up is promo something you can enjoy Sushi grilled fish Sashimi sea urchin craft Seafood rice bowls and more all of which you can purchase from the store and eat in the designated eating area inside they also offer a wide variety of salted and dried products that make for great souvenirs this time we tried an eel dish and a seafood Rice Bowl they were really fresh and delicious next up is kakahashi shorten this is a well-established tofu specialty store that's being runs for over 80 years here I tried the tofu pudding it has a nice moderate level of sweetness lastly let me tell you about the store called stop the crown you can sing more melons watermelons pineapple juice and a variety of fruits this is a spot to consider if you're looking to freshen up after a meal [Music] number 7 tendin Bashi City shopping Street shopping street is actually the longest shopping street in Japan stretching out 2.6 kilometers long while the Colombo Market I mentioned earlier is primarily known among foreigners this place is a favorite among locals the lengths of the market helps spreads out the grouts making it a great option for those who want to enjoy their meal peacefully without the hassle and bustle on the other hand if you're looking for vibrancy and energy bar is the place to go you will also discover Osaka's famous tapoyaki along with refreshing juices and desserts foreign offers you the chance to delve into the evolution of Osaka's Urban Landscapes and housing designs covering the 70s to the 20th century including the Edo Meiji taisho and shower periods it's on the 8th and 9th floors of juta kujoho Center building you can step back in time to the end of period of the 1830s and experience the town as it was immerse yourself in the daily life of Osaka and the experiences of people during the Edo period through sounds and effects for an additional fee of 1000 yen you can also have the experience of wearing a kimono given the heat in summer this involves wearing a Yukata a type of lightweight kimono commonly worn during summer festivals in the exhibition room on the 8th floor you can find this place of materials showcasing the town housing and lab in Osaka from around 1870 to 1970. the newly established soothing kak Tower and shinsekai along with the shin zaibachi shopping district adorned with luxury boutics of the era have been recreated this museum is located at the northernmost end of the tenjin Bashi suji shopping street I mentioned earlier and you can conveniently visit it along with the chopping Street foreign downtown district of Osaka it stands at the heart of Osaka's food culture and entertainment scene and if you enjoy a lively atmosphere you will going to adore it the glico billboard spanning the dotonbori river is especially renowned and serves as an iconic symbol of Osaka at night the nail light shines so brightly and beautiful that my suggestion would be to visit there rather than during the daytime the area is brimming with restaurants and nightlife so if you stay at the hotel in this area you can have a great time without having to worry about that time you can also enjoy a river cruise in Dothan body which can be booked up to 3 months in advance you can buy tickets on the day of your visit but I suggest getting them as soon as you finalize your plants actually I went to the ticket office in the evening on the day of my visit and unfortunately the tickets for that day were already they sold out please be sure to make your booking as early as possible number 10 are the soul foods of Osaka involves carrying meat or vegetables coating them in breadcrumbs and then deep frying them there are numerous KitKat restaurants in Osaka but kusikatu DaRuMa stands out as one of the most renowned and beloved frosting around 10 establishments across the city kushikatsudaruma is renowned for its extensive selection of ingredients and its affordability offering delectable freshly fried dishes their menu spans from pork beef and vegetables to fish cheese ice cream and more among these options I personally highly recommended trying the fried ice cream skewers even though it's a unique combination of fried food ice cream and mochi the flavors work together really well during our visit we grabbed some kusikats at the DaRuMa branch in dotonbori but there are also other branches located in shinsekai and nearshi Osaka station there's also a place called American village that I haven't included in the top 10 spots this time it's located in shizaibashi the boutique district and you might sense a bit of an American atmosphere which one do you want to visit the most please let me know in the comment section don't forget to subscribe to my channel and click a good button thanks for watching and see you at the next video [Music] foreign [Music]

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Keywords: Travel, Guide, Things to Do, Osaka, Tokyo, Kyoto

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Length: 14min 17sec (857 seconds)

Published: Sat Aug 19 2023