My boyfriend and I had been dreaming of coming to Japan for a very long time.
The feeling I got when I arrived was absolutely indescribable out of the many
places that we have visited the city of Osaka left a lasting impression on me.
This beautiful city comes across as a more laid-back version of Tokyo with the
perfect dosage of hustle and bustle.
From sunrise to well after sunset Osaka kept our schedule filled with
endless things to do. The Umeda Sky Building was equally beautiful outside
as inside the architecture and the panoramic view of Osaka
left me completely breathless.
Jim and I got to watch the sunset sweep over the beautiful city of Osaka
while sharing a matcha ice cream the moment was perfect.
A short walk away you can find this bright red Ferris wheel situated on top
of a mall. Here you can get another perspective of the city of Osaka.
If you are looking for a more traditional activity Hozenji Temple is a
hidden gem. Tucked away in a quiet alley, visitors come here to pray and pour
water on the moss cover statue for good luck.
At the foot of Tsutenkaku Tower the streets of Shinsekai sprawl out
specializing in kushikatsu aka bread skewers. Upon navigating through the
side roads we found a popular local restaurant that was home to the
master chef.
At $1 to $3 per skewer you can taste the decades of culinary experience for cheap.
We did end up spending $50 though!
Growing up I watched and played Pokemon. I honestly felt like I was a kid again
being surrounded by all sorts of Pokemon things from key chains to plushies to
stationary items. You can literally find anything Pokemon here.
I was totally in my zone.
Dotonbori was complete sensory overload. The flashing vibrant lights, 3-D signage
and busy streets really added to the high-energy atmosphere.
If you are foodies like me the streets of Dotonbori is absolute heaven.
Endless rows of food vendors temping you to just empty your wallet and pig out.
Hands down I had the best ominoyaki, takoyaki and cheese tart here I am still
thinking about it!
Similar to Akihabara in Tokyo, Den-Den Town is the anime and gaming district of
Osaka.
We were definitely channeling our inner geek here playing games and indulging in
anime and manga.
In the heart of Osaka city, you can find one of the oldest Buddhist temple
complex in Japan.
This temple holds a lot of history and is quite large with lots to see. It made
for a perfect peaceful stroll. We were also lucky to have caught a dosage of
the Sakura blossoms here too.
Upon arriving I was very impressed with the beautiful surrounding views of the
castle the inside of the castle is an informative museum about the culture and
history of the place. Paying a visit to this attraction is a must.
It's safe to say I have fallen in love with Osaka. The city is famed for its
culture, energy and certainly it's delicious food. It comes as no surprise
to me that the city of Osaka is one of the fastest growing tourist hotspot in
Japan.
The city of Osaka has a special charm to it that I'll never forget.