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Osaka City Emblem

MIOTSUKUSHI

• City Flowers : Cherry, Pansy

• Population : 2,645,305 Estimated as of January 1, 2008

• Area : 222.1km2

• Location : 34°41’N, 135°30’E Issued : February 2008

OSAKA

http://www.osaka-info.jp/en OSAKA CITY GOVERNMENT OSAKA CONVENTION & TOURISM BUREAU

Tourist Guide

Tourist Guide

THE WATER METROPOLIS

CITY OF CULINARY DELIGHTS

THE PERFORMING ARTS

A CITY STEEPED IN HISTORY

SHOPPING

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Conveniently located at the intersection of one of Japan’s major rivers and the Seto Inland Sea, throughout the centuries Osaka, which is known as the “water city”, was a principle center of trade and cultural exchange with not only other areas in Japan, but also parts of mainland China and the Korean peninsula. During the Middle Ages, the city was a base for religious pilgrimages to the many temples and shrines in the region and later came to be known as the “nation’s kitchen” on account of the central role that it plays in distribution. Today, Osaka is developing as a hub for the production of next-generation robots, combining a rich cultural past with a sophisti-cated high-tech future that provides countless attractions for visitors and residents alike.

Himeji Castle, the historic sites of Kyoto and Nara, and UNESCO World Heritage registered sacred sites and pilgrimage routes of the Kii mountain range in Wakayama Prefecture can all be reached easily from Osaka via subway, railway or the expressway networks.

Osaka, Tourism Hub of the Kansai Region

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Osaka City Area

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Osaka City

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Welcome to Wonderful Osaka

A City that has Always Thrived Around WaterThanks to its convenient location, Osaka has developed as the gateway to Japan, serving as a center for international trade and cultural interac-tion. It had its own port by the 5th century and by the 17th century, the city had become a center of distribution for the rest of Japan, with many specialty products from the provinces finding their way to Osaka. The canals and bridges that were built by the people to facilitate the movement of goods helped to shape the city and their influence can still be seen to this day. Riverside attractions include the tree-lined banks of the gently flowing rivers in the Okawa~Nakanoshima area, the lively Dotombori area and the Bay area with its new amusements and theme parks.

Immersed in the Romance of HistoryFrom around the 5th century through to the 8th century, Osaka was declared the nation’s capital several times and played a major role in trade and cultural exchange. Later, the city served as a base for the pilgrimage routes to areas such as Kumano. Osaka Castle was constructed during the 16th century by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, who managed to unify the various warring factions within Japan, and during the 17th century, the city became a center for trade and distribution activities and was referred to as the “nation’s kitchen”. Underpinning this prosperity were the city’s resourceful and enterprising merchants, who introduced the world’s first futures trading system. The city is full of historic places, especially on the Uemachi plateau that runs north to south through the city. Osaka Castle and the remains of Naniwanomiya Palace are located in the north, Shitennoji, which is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan, is located in the central area, and Sumiyoshi-taisha Grand Shrine, which is said to have been built in the 3rd century, is located further to the south.

1. Osaka Castle

2. Shitennoji Temple

3. Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

4. Imamiya-Ebisu Jinja Shrine

5. Sumiyoshi-taisha Grand Shrine

6. Osaka Central Public Hall

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1. Shin-Umeda City at sunrise

2. Tenjin Matsuri Festival Boat Procession (the largest water festival in Japan)

3. Tempozan Harbor Village (Osaka Port)

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Delicious & DistinctiveOsaka-Style FoodThe very best of produce and seafood can be found in Osaka. Good quality ingredients led to consumers developing discerning tastes, which in turn produced skilled chefs who were able to satisfy their needs. One of the characteristics of this sophisticated Osaka taste is the use of rich kelp and dried skipjack broth as a base in combination with a light soy sauce to bring out the inherent flavors of the ingredients. An ideal way to experience this flavor is to try a bowl of Osaka style udon noodles, such as kitsune udon, which consists of udon noodles in a broth with fried bean curd. The ultimate in terms of this unique Osaka style is kaiseki ryouri, a traditional Japanese style multi-course meal. Shokadobento (a traditional Japanese style multi-course boxed lunch) was created by Osaka chefs as a way for people to enjoy kaiseki ryori outdoors. Osaka style sushi is different from traditional Tokyo style sushi in that it is pressed or steamed. There are many kinds of nabe ryouri (traditional hot pot dishes), of which tecchiri ( fugu or blowfish hot pot) is a typical example. In addition to traditional dishes, more modern Osaka style food includes okonomi-yaki (a savory pancake) and takoyaki (wheat flour dumplings with octopus). One can also find kushikatsu (skewered fried food), yakiniku (barbecued meat) and tempura. Visitors longing for food from their own country can probably find what they want, choosing from the rich variety of French, Italian, Chinese and other ethnic foods available.CITY OF CULINARY DELIGHTS

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8. Okonomiyaki

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10. Kitsune udon noodles

11. Tessa and tecchiri (raw and cooked blowfish)

12. Pressed sushi

13. Kuromon Ichiba Market

14. Sushi with only the freshest of ingredients

15. A typical yakitori 　　(skewered grilled chicken) restaurant

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Old and New Performing ArtsOsaka boasts a wide range of traditional performing arts, including noh, kyogen, bunraku and kamigata kabuki. Bunraku, which was registered by UNESCO as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2003, is a form of traditional puppet theater that originated in Osaka more than 300 years ago. Accompanied by shamisen music and narrative song, puppeteers manipulate the puppets to create subtle movements and expressions. One of the characteristics of kamigata kabuki is the way in which it realistically portrays a wide range of social obligations, human emotions and romance. In 2005 this too was registered as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Noh and kyogen are performed throughout the year at the Noh Theater, while in summer Takigi Noh (noh performed in the light of burning torches) is performance outdoors. A wide range of concerts and musicals are always being held in the many halls and venues throughout the city at which people can enjoy artists from throughout Japan and around the world.

A Shopper’s ParadiseIf you want to really experience Osaka, make sure you visit one of the many shopping areas where you’re bound to find something you like. Close to any of the major railway terminals you will always find a large department store, under which you will discover underground shopping areas that seem to go on forever. It is said that Osaka has the largest underground shopping area in Japan in terms of shop floor space. It also boasts the country’s longest shopping street (Tenjimbashisuji shopping street) and the Shinsaibashisuji shopping street, famous throughout Japan since the 18th century. Another feature of Osaka is the many specialized shopping areas. Matsuyamachisuji shopping street boasts many toy wholesalers stocking traditional Japanese items ranging from Japanese dolls through to New Year decorations, hina dolls and carp streamers. You can find everything you could possibly need when starting a restaurant in the Sennichimae Doguyasuji street and in Nippombashi Den-Den Town you will find every conceivable kind of home appliance and computer equipment, along with animation-related products and high-tech parts for robotics difficult to come across anywhere else.

THE PERFORMING ARTS

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2. Matsuyamachisuji Shopping St.

3. Nippombashi Den-Den Town

4. Sennichimae Doguyasuji St.

5. Brand-name Boutique Area

6. Herbis PLAZA

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Traditional Festivals and Events to Mark the SeasonsOsaka has many seasonal events throughout the year, including cherry blossom viewing in the spring, summer festivals with a history of more than 1,000 years, chrysanthemum festivals in autumn and laser light displays during the winter. Roadside stalls spring up during festivals making the occasion even more enjoyable. Why not come and enjoy one of these festivals with us?

Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Japan Mint

Shirokita Iris GardenMemorial Ceremony for Prince Shotoku

Tenjin Matsuri Festival

Naniwa Yodo River Fireworks Display　Osaka Castle Takigi Noh

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Mid-March Sumo March Tournament (Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium)

One of the six major tournaments held throughout Japan.

18th~24th Spring Equinox Festival (Shitennoji)One of the Buddhist rituals held each spring and autumn that attracts crowds of people.

3 Days around the 20th Senpukan Hall Open to the PublicThe former guesthouse of the Japan Mint is opened to the general public. It is the oldest remaining Western-style building in Osaka.

Early-April (3 weeks) April Bunraku Performance (National Bunraku Theatre)Late March ~ Early April Cherry Blossom Viewing (Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden, etc.)Early~Mid-April Japan Mint Cherry Blossom Viewing

This event has been running for more than 120 years.Mid~Late April Peony Viewing at Nagai Botanical Gardens

The shape of these beautiful flowers is reminiscent of a seated woman.

22nd Memorial Ceremony for Prince Shotoku (Shitennoji)Bugaku is performed on the anniversary of the death of Prince Shotoku, one of Japan’s famous sages. This ceremony features historical music and dance and has been carried out for more than 1,400 years.

One day of Late April~Early May Open Air Night Concerts (Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden)

Early May Midosuji Open Festival (Shinsaibashi~Namba intersections.)

Renowned for its beautiful ginkgo trees, the main street of Osaka is closed off to vehicles for use exclusively by pedestrians.

Early May International Grand Prix Athletics (Nagai Stadium)Late May~Early June Shirokita Iris Viewing (Shirokita Garden)

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Early June June Bunraku Appreciation Seminar (National Bunraku Theatre)14th O-Taue Shinji (rice planting ceremony) (Sumiyoshi-taisha Grand Shrire)

An important event in Japan where the staple food is rice, this ceremony has been designated an important intangible folk heritage.

Late June~Late July Lotus Viewing (Nagai Botanical Gardens)June 30th~July 2nd Aizen Festival (Shoman-in Temple)

This is the first of the summer festivals in Osaka and features women in traditional summer dress (yukata) being carried along in palanquins.

11th~12th Ikutama Shrine Summer FestivalThis is the summer festival of one of the most prestigious shrines in the city.

11th~14th Kumata Shrine Summer FestivalIn this dynamic festival, nine floats are pulled around the city.

24th~25th Tenjin Matsuri Festival (Osaka Temmangu Shrine)One of the three largest festivals in Japan, the climax of this event is on the evening of the 25th when more than one hundred boats crowd the Okawa River.

Late July Osaka Castle Takigi Noh by Torchlight (Osaka Castle Nshinomaru Garden)

Noh is performed by the light of burning torches at Osaka Castle, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.

Late July~Early August Special Summer Holiday Bunraku Performance (National Bunraku Theatre)

30th~August 1st Sumiyoshi Matsuri Festival (Sumiyoshi-taisha Grand Shrine)The finale of the summer festivals in Osaka, this event features a large thatched ring through which people pass in a cleansing ritual.

Early August Naniwa Yodo River Fireworks Display (near Juso Ohashi)11th~12th Osaka Takigi Noh by Torchlight (Ikutama Jinja Shrine)13th~16th Urabone (Buddhist All Souls Day) (Shitennoji)

A candlelight memorial service for those who have passed away.

Osaka Castle Chrysanthemum Display

Dango Chakai Moon Festival

Osaka Hikari-no-Renaissance

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1st Week in September Osaka Classic (Midosuji Avenue)A musical event that sees various locations along Midosuji Avenue turned into concert venues to delight fans of classical music.

August 15 under the old moon calendar Moon Festival (Osaka Temmangu and Sumiyoshi-

taisha Grand Shine)20th~26th Autumn Equinox Festival (Shitennoji)

Please refer to the Spring Equinox Festival.

2nd Monday Dango Chakai (Tamatsukuri Inari Jinja Shrine)Tea is served with sweet dumplings at this shrine which has long been associated with Hideyoshi Toyotomi, one of the most significant figures in Japanese history.

Early-October(1 week) World Super Junior Tennis Champion-ships (Utsubo Tennis Center)The gateway to success for the world’s top junior players.

Mid-October~Mid-November Chrysanthemum Display (Osaka Castle Park, Tennoji Park)

Early-November (3 Weeks) November Bunraku Performance (National Bunraku Theatre)22nd~23rd Shinno-sai Festival (Sukunahikona Jinja Shrine)

People come to celebrate Japan’s gods of medicine. The symbol of the festival is branches of bamboo grass with a hanging paper tiger.

Mid-November~Early December Autumn Colors (Osaka Castle Park, Midosuji

Avenue, etc.)Enjoy the autumn foliage at various sites within the city.

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Mid-December (2 Weeks) Osaka Hikari-no-Renaissance (Nakanoshima) The area around Nakanoshima including the water is

floodlit at night.31st New Years Eve Celebrations (Shitennoji, Bay Area, etc.)

Events are held in various locations throughout the city (Noh Theater and various halls, etc.) to see in the New Year. Bells are rung and whistles are sounded at midnight.

December 31st~January 1st New Year Visits to Temples and Shrines (Various locations throughout the city.)

Traditional Japanese New Year celebrations include seeing in the New Year at Shitennoji and visiting Sumiyoshi-taisha Grand Shrine the following day.

3rd (for 3 Weeks) Early Spring Bunraku Performance (National Bunraku Theatre)9th~11th Toka Ebisu (Imamiya-Ebisu Jinja Shrine, Horikawa-

Ebisu Jinja Shrine)One of the many festivals in the city where people go to wish for prosperity in business for the coming year.

14th Doya-Doya (Shitennoji)A unique festival where young men fight for good luck.

Final Sunday Osaka International Ladies’ Marathon (Nagai Stadium)A great opportunity to see top runners from throughout the world competing in the marathon.

3rd End of Winter (Abiko Kannon, Various Locations throughout the City)In Japan, February 4th historically marks the beginning of spring. On the day before, people scatter beans to bring good luck. There is good chance you may come accross people in costumes of the streets of the Kita (north) and Minami (south) areas of the city.

Mid-February~Early March Plum Blossom Viewing (Osaka Castle Park)People come from throughout the Kansai area to enjoy the beauty and fragrance of the plum blossoms in Osaka Castle Park.

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OSAKA CASTLE

Armor with two-part multicolor-cord cuirass

Folding Screen of the Osaka Summer Campaign　 Important Cultural Property, Japanese Government

Timeless, Majestic, Beautiful

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Castle FortificationsThe castle walls and turrets were designed and built during the Edo period (17th～Mid19thC) to prevent any hostiles from entering the Castle. The two-story Inui turret and the powder magazine with its stone walls and ceilings are places of special interest. Thirteen of the buildings in the castle complex have been designated as important cultural assets.

The Four Seasons of Osaka Castle ParkThe historic buildings of the Osaka Castle complex blend in with the natural splender of this 106.7ha site that is located right in the heart of Osaka. In the spring, people come to enjoy the plum blossoms (1,250 trees of 93 varieties) and the cherry blossoms (approx. 600 trees in Nishinomaru Garden), while in the fall they come to see the enchanting autumn colors.

Items on Display at Osaka CastleMore than 8,000 important cultural assets are stored in the main tower of Osaka Castle, the most impressive of which is the folding screen painting depicting the summer battle of Osaka. In this masterpiece that is said to have been commissioned after the battle by the Fukuoka feudal lord Nagamasa Kuroda, the commander of the eastern forces, the various facets of the battlefield are clearly depicted, such as the castle and town prior to their destruction and the terrible confusion in the surround areas. Other items include many good examples of the writings, armor and weapons, pictures and woodblock prints.

Construction of Osaka Castle commenced in 1583 by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, who aimed to unify Japan as a nation. Two years later, the main tower was completed and used as a command post. This was burned down after the Toyotomi clan was killed in 1615 and although it was rebuilt during the Toku-gawa Period, it was struck by lightning in 1665 and was once again reduced to ashes. It remained in ruins for 266 years until 1931 when it was rebuilt to once again grace the Osaka skyline, this time with the help of public donations (approx. ¥75 billion was given). Another restoration project was started in 1995 to restore the main tower to its former splen-dor, after which this much-loved dynamic symbol of Osaka was registered by the government as a tangible cultural asset.蘂06-6941-3044• Accessible from Temmabashi, Tanimachi 4-chome, Osaka Business Park and Morinomiya stations on the Osaka subway network, JR Morinomiya, Osakajokoen, Osakajo-Kitazume and Keihan Temmabashi stations.

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JR Tozai Line

Kema Sakuranomiya Park毛馬桜之宮公園

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Osaka ContemporaryArt Center現代美術センター

Tamatsukuri Inari Jinja Shrine玉造稲荷神社

H.Primrose Osaka

H.OaksEarly Bird

Aquabus Pier水上バス乗船場

Dawn Center

Inui-YaguraTurret乾櫓

Sengan-Yagura Turret千貫櫓

Tamon-YaguraTurret多聞櫓

KyoikutoMemorial Tower

H.Keihan Temmabashi

Imperial H.Osaka

H.New Otani Osaka

Osaka City H.Kyobashi

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KITA-WARD北区

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H.MONTEREYLa Soeur Osaka

OBP(OSAKA BUSINESS PARK)

Kyobashi COMS Garden

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Tea House Osaka Castle Main Tower(Castle Museum)大阪城天守閣

The Structure ofKimmeisui Well金明水井戸屋形

NishinomaruGarden西の丸庭園

Plum Grove大阪城梅林

Kinzo(Treasure House)金蔵

Shudokan(Martial Arts Training Hall)修道館

Osaka Museum of History大阪歴史博物館

NHK (Japan Broadcasting)

NHK大阪放送局/NHK大阪ホール

Remains ofNaniwa-no-Miya Palace難波宮跡

Otsuki Nohgakudo Theater大槻能楽堂

Morinomiya Piloti Hall森ノ宮ピロティホール

Sakura Art Museumサクラアートミュージアム

Osaka Castle Band Shell大阪城音楽堂

Peace Osakaピースおおさか

JapaneseArchery Hall

大阪城弓道場

Aquabus Pier水上バス乗船場Osaka-jo Hall

大阪城ホール

OBP Enkei HallOBP円形ホール

Panasonic Center Osakaパナソニックセンター大阪

Nat'l Center Osakaナショナルセンター大阪

Izumi Hallいずみホール

Theater BRAVAシアターBRAVA

Fujita Museum of Art藤田美術館

Garden of Former BaronFujita's Residence

藤田邸跡公園

Mint Museum造幣博物館

The Mint Bureau造幣局

Koyano Museumof Antiqueコヤノ美術館

Television Osaka

Twin21 TowerAustralia, Italy,Netherlands,Philippines

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St. Maria Cathedral

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JR Morinomiya Sta.JR森ノ宮駅

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Osakajokoen Sta.大阪城公園駅

Osaka Business Park Sta.大阪ビジネスパーク駅

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Enjoy the Best of Ancient and Modern Osaka

Osaka Museum of HistoryBuilt on the ruins of Naniwanomiya Palace, the museum features 70cm wide vermillion-lacquered columns that are replicas of the actual pillars that stood in the palace, as well as displays depicting aspects of life at various stages in the history of Osaka.蘂06-6946-5728 http://www.mus-his.city.osaka.jp/english_iso-8859-1/• Accessible from Tanimachi 4-chome station on the Osaka subway network.

MAP A-4 Osaka International Peace Center（Peace Osaka）The center aims to teach people the importance of peace by introducing them to the terrible devastation experienced by the people of Osaka and other Asian nations during WWII.蘂06-6947-7208http://www.peace-osaka.or.jp/pdf/pamphlet_en.pdf• Accessible from Morinomiya station on the Osaka subway network and JR Morinomiya station.

MAP C-4 Remains of Naniwa-no-Miya PalaceThe ruins of this palace, which was rebuilt twice during the Asuka and Nara Periods (late 6th~late 8th century), represent the oldest remains of a real continental-style palace in Japan. The foundations of the throne room have been restored and the area turned into a park.蘂06-6943-6836 • Accessible from Tanimachi 4-chome station on the Osaka subway network.

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Osaka Business Park （OBP）In addition to many IT-related companies, this area consist-ing of 15 high-rise buildings surrounded by water is home to Osaka-jo Hall (one of the largest scale in Western Japan), classical music halls, theaters where one can enjoy the performing arts, hotels, shopping and sports facilities.蘂06-6946-1048/06-6946-1310 (Osaka Business Park Development Association Office)• Accessible from Osaka Business Park station on the Osaka subway network and JR and Keihan Kyobashi stations.

MAP C-2 Osaka Suijo Bus AqualinersPassengers can take in the historic sites of Osaka and enjoy passing under a number of bridges. There are four aquabus piers between Osakajo Koen and Yodoyabashi.蘂06-6942-5511 http://suijo-bus.jp/language/english/aqualiner.aspx• Fares: Adult ¥1,600 Child ¥800 (An additional charge applies during the cherry blossom season.)

Himawari Cruise — Gourmet & Music CruiseLeaving from and returning to the Osaka Amenity Park (OAP) pier, these cruises allow passengers to enjoy a delicious lunch, afternoon tea or dinner from the Imperial Hotel Osaka while taking in the sites of Osaka from the Okawa river.蘂06-6942-6699http://suijo-bus.jp/language/english/himawari.aspx• Fares: Lunch ¥4,725~ Afternoon Tea ¥2,625~ Dinner ¥8,925• Accessible from JR Sakuranomiya station.

Suito-Go Aqua miniThis cruise, which takes 50 minutes one way, takes passengers through the heart of Osaka from Osakajo Koen to Minatomachi River Place via Dotombori.蘂06-6942-6699• Fares: Adult ¥1,000 Child ¥500

12 ●Nambo? : This is Osaka dialect for “ikura desu ka” (“how much?”). Placing the emphasis on the “bo” when pronouncing the word gives it the Osaka accent.

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KITA Area

The area around Umeda, where major terminals for the Osaka subway, JR and private railways can be found, boasts department stores, buildings full of fashionable shops and various attractions. Other features include the Kitashinchi entertainment district, the many halls and museums around Nakanoshima, and the vast underground shopping area in Umeda.

The Gateway to Osaka — A Wide Range of Attractions

HEP FIVELocated in the heart of Osaka’ s Umeda, HEP is an integrated commercial complex with a 75m diameter Ferris wheel located on the roof that reaches a maximum height of 106m. 蘂06-6313-0501• Accessible from Umeda and Higashi-Umeda stations on the Osaka subway network and Hankyu Umeda station.

Chaya-machi QuarterAn area of restaurants, amusements, shops and fashionable boutiques aimed more at young people.• Accessible from Nakatsu station on the Osaka subway network, JR Osaka and Hankyu Umeda stations.

Herbis PLAZA/Herbis ENTThis area boasts with brand-name boutiques, unique restaurants and Shiki Theater musicals.蘂06-6343-7500• Accessible from Nishi-Umeda station on the Osaka subway network and Hanshin Umeda station.

Shin-Umeda CitySuspended 170m above the ground and connecting the twin skyscrapers of Shin-Umeda City, the Floating Garden Observatory offers unprecedented views of the city and its environs. Below ground is Takimi Shoji Alley, an area of restaurants recreated with a retro feel.蘂06-6440-3899 http://www.skybldg.co.jp/garden/e/• Accessible from Umeda station on the Osaka subway network, Hankyu and Hanshin Umeda and JR Osaka stations.

The National Museum of Art, OsakaA modern facility with three floors below ground, the museum stores and displays a wide range of contem-porary art.蘂06-4860-8600 http://www.nmao.go.jp/english/home.html• Accessible from Higobashi station on the Osaka subway network.

Osaka Central Public HallThe historic neo-renaissance style Osaka Central Public Hall was opened in 1918 and is an important national Caltural Asset that is still used for cultural and art-related activities to this day.蘂06-6208-2002 • Accessible from Yodoyabashi and Kitahama stations on the Osaka subway network and Keihan line.

TekijukuA European-style school founded by Koan Ogata and preserved from the 1850s where students went to study European subjects.蘂06-6231-1970• Accessible from Yodoyabashi and Kitahama stations on the Osaka subway network and Keihan line.

The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, OsakaA veritable treasure trove of world reknown Oriental ceramics, the museum is home to an impressive collection of approximately 2,700 works, including national treasures, and important cultural assets from the Ataka Collection. 蘂06-6223-0055 http://www.moco.or.jp/en/• Accessible from Yodoyabashi and Kitahama stations on the Osaka subway network and Keihan line.

The Floating Garden Observatory

Takimi Koji Alley

Nakanoshima ParkThe first public park to be created in Osaka (1891), Nakanoshima Park is located between the Dojima and Tosabori rivers. It is an ideal place from which to appreciate the beauty of the Water City.蘂06-6312-8121• Accessible from Yodoyabashi and Kitahama stations on the Osaka subway network and Keihan line.

Osaka International Convention Center （Left）A fully equipped modern multipurpose facil ity catering for everything from large-scale international conferences to special events and concerts. The facility is also known as “Grand Cube Osaka”.蘂06-4803-5555 http://www.gco.co.jp/english/english.html• Accessible from Awaza station on the Osaka subway network, JR Osaka and Shin-Fukushima stations, and Hanshin Fukushima station.

Osaka Science Museum （Right）The museum consists of an exhibition space where people can “see, touch and play” and a planetarium where you can learn of the wonders of space and energy.蘂06-6444-5656 http://www.sci-museum.jp/server_sci/img/leaflet.pdf• Accessible from Higobashi station on the Osaka subway network.

The Huge Umeda Underground Shopping AreaThis top-class underground shopping center, which was one of the first of its kind when completed in 1963, radiates in five different directions and is constantly full of people. In terms of total area it is one of the largest underground shopping areas in Japan and includes Whity Umeda, Diamor Osaka, the Dojima UndergroundShopping Center, Herbis Osaka and Hankyu Sanbangai.

The Nakanoshima Area — A Fusion of Old and New

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Kita-ShinchiOne of Osaka’ s popular nightlife spots with many traditional restaurants and clubs. Recently the number of affordable restaurants has increased.• Accessible from JR Kitashinchi and Osaka stations. Umeda, Nishi-Umeda, and Higashi-Umeda stations on the Osaka subway network.

Osaka Museum of Housing and LivingThis truly unique and innovative museum features incredibly detailed displays and even full-scale streets that have been painstakingly recreated to show what life was like in the city at various time in its past.蘂06-6242-1170• Accessible from the Osaka subway network and Hankyu Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome stations.

Tenjimbashisuji Shopping StreetWith its unique design and a length of approximately 2.6km, this arcade is the longest in Japan and is home to about 600 shops of all descriptions, includ-ing many traditional Japanese style delicatessens.• Accessible from Ogimachi, Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome and Minami-Morimachi stations on the Osaka subway network, JR Temma and Osakatemmangu stations.

Osaka Temmangu ShrineOn July 24~25 each year, this shrine hosts the Tenjin Festival, one of the three largest festivals in Japan. People coming to worship here venerate the gods of learning and art.蘂06-6353-0025• Accessible from Minami-Morimachi station on the Osaka subway network or JR Osakatemmangu station.

Oimatsu-dori StreetStretching east to west for approximately 1km, this street contains some of Japan’ s top antique shops and galleries. The Oimatsu Antique Festival is held twice a year in spring and autumn.• Accessible from Yodoyabashi station on the Osaka subway network, Keihan Yodoyabashi , and JR Kitashinchi stations.

Places in Osaka where the Old Traditions Survive

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Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping StreetDeriving its name from Shinsai Okada, who developed the area about 380 years ago, Shinsaibashisuji Shopping Arcade has approximately 180 shops ranging from long-established businesses through to the latest brand name shops. 蘂06-6211-1114 http://www.shinsaibashi.or.jp/e/index.html/• Accessible from Shinsaibashi station on the Osaka subway network.

DotomboriWith its restaurants, eye-catching billboards and trademark crab and blowfish signs, Dotombori is a lively place that is typical of many areas of Osaka. In addition to the Dotombori Gokuraku Shotengai, the food and performing arts theme park, there is the Dotombori Walkway, the Ebisu Tower Ferris wheel, and Yabafo, Japan’s first building-mounted free-fall amusement ride. 蘂06-6211-4542 • Accessible from Osaka subway, Kintetsu and Nankai Namba stations.

America MuraAbout 30 years ago when a number of shops in this area started selling imported goods from the US it made quite an impact among the young people of Osaka. Even today you can still find shops selling used clothing, CDs and other goods from the US and is always brimming with young people. •Accessible from Shinsaibashi and Yotsubashi stations on the Osaka subway network.

Shinsaibashi Brand-name Boutique AreaAt the intersect ion of Midosuj i Boulevard and Nagahoridori there are approximately 40 stores selling luxury brands such as Fendi and Christian Dior. At night the show windows are lit up and many people enjoy a little window shopping.• Accessible from Shinsaibashi station on the Osaka subway network.

Minami Semba and HorieA popular area for young people with fashionable small boutiques and shops selling sophisticated furnishings and other interesting goods. • Accessible from Shinsaibashi and Yotsubashi stations on the Osaka subway network.

Namba ParksLush greenery co-existing within this huge complex, Namba Parks offers a sloping rooftop park with trees, ponds, waterfalls, amphitheater and shopping mall.蘂06-6644-7100• Accessible from Namba station on the Osaka subway network and Nankai Namba station.

Hozenji-Yokocho AlleyHozenji Yokocho is the name of a stone-paved alley that runs past the famous moss-covered Mizukake Fudo Buddhist statue only a few minutes walk from Namba and is home to around 60 traditional eateries and bars. • Accessible from Osaka subway, Kintetsu and Nankai Namba stations.

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AreaAll manner of shops and entertainment can be found in the Minami Area, which stretches from Semba (Honmachi) to the area surround-ing Namba station. Luxury brand shops can be found around Nagahoridori intersection, while Minami-Semba and Horie are home to contemporary fashion designers. There are also many unique shops that have been in business in Shinsaibashi and Namba for over 100 years. Entertainment such as Bunraku, Kabuki, Rakugo and Manzai (stand-up comedy) can be enjoyed in the area.

The Latest Fashions from Osaka and the World’s Top Brands

Minami’s Two Major Underground Shopping Areas

Crysta Nagahori consists of about 100 shops located in a 730m long shopping area beneath Nagahoridori between the entrances to Yotsubashi, Nagahoribashi and Shinsaibashi stations on the Osaka subway network. The underground shopping center in Namba consists of Namba Walk, Namba Nan Nan and Namba City. Both of these areas are popular for their shopping and gourmet food.

Crysta Nagahori

Namba Walk

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18 19●Chau, chau : Osaka dialect for “chigau, chigau” (“no, no”), which sounds rather humorous. Around Mido-suji Avenue Osaka City Hall and Central Public Hall denote no-smoking zones. Smoking on the streets and footpaths in these zones is punishable by a 1,000 yen fine.

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The area around Tennoji station is full of interesting places that the whole family can enjoy. In addition to shopping malls, a large zoo and a spacious park, visitors can experience the downtown atmosphere of post-war Japan in Shinsekai and examine the historic ruins around Shitennoji temple, which dates back to the late 6th century.

Take a Stroll through Osaka’s Historic Past

Tennoji — Art Galleries, Japanese Gardens, Shrines and Much More

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Shitennoji TempleBuilt in 593 by Prince Shotoku, Shitennoji was Japan’s f i rst govermental temple, featur ing a middle gate, a 5-story pagoda, a main hall and an auditorium arranged in a straight line surrounded by corridors. Visitors can enjoy powdered green tea in one of the four tea rooms in the monk’s gardens.蘂06-6771-0066• Accessible from Shitennojimae Yuhigaoka station on the Osaka subway network and JR Tennoji station.

Tennoji NanasakaThe seven slopes of the Uemachi plateau are known collectively as Shitennoji Nanasaka. Each of them has their own unique history and characteris-tics, such as undulating stone pavements, mud walls, and green trees. • Shingonzaka and Genshojizaka: Accessible from Tanimachi 9-Chome station on the Osaka subway network and Kintetsu Uehommachi. Kuchinawazaka, Aizenzaka, Kiyomizuzaka, Tenjin-zaka and Ousaka : Accessible from Shitennojimae Yuhigaoka station on the Osaka subway network.

Ikutama Jinja ShrineThe middle shrine and inner sanctuary of Ikutama shrine, which is mentioned in Japan’s oldest remaining manuscripts, are covered by the same roof, making it unique in terms of construction among Japanese shrines.蘂06-6771-0002 • Accessible from Tanimachi 9-chome station on Osaka subway and Uehom-machi station on Kintetsu line.

Osaka Municipal Museum of ArtLocated inside Tennoji Park, the museum was built in 1936 on land that was gifted to the city of Osaka by the Sumitomo family, one of Japan’s four major family-run conglomerates. It houses over 8,500 Japanese and Chinese works of art, including some that have been designated as national treasures and important cultural assets, and its regular exhibi-tions are very popular. 蘂06-6771-4874http://osaka-art.info-museum.net/index_omm_e.html• Accessible from Tennoji station on the Osaka subway network, JR Tennoji and Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi stations.

Keitakuen GardenOriginally built in 1910 as a Rinsen-style garden for the Sumitomo family with trees planted around the edge of a large pond.蘂06-6771-8401• Accessible from Tennoji station on the Osaka subway network, JR Tennoji or Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi stations.

Kagaya Shinden Kaisho RuinsConstructed by the merchant Jinbei Kagaya as his residence and headquarters in 1745 on part of the huge area of land that he had reclaimed from the sea. This is the only surviving remains of this massive complex in Osaka City. A tearoom set amongst beautiful gardens was used as a club that was frequented by the rich and famous. 蘂06-6683-8151• Accessible from Suminoe Koen station on the Osaka subway network.

Sumiyoshi-Taisya Grand ShrineConstructed 1,800 years ago in a unique style and designated a national treasure, Sumiyoshi-Taisha Grand Shrine is the oldest known shrine in Japan and the headquarters for the approximately 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines scattered throughout the country.蘂06-6672-0753• Accessible from Sumiyoshi Taisya station on Nankai line and Sumiyoshi Torii-Mae station on the Hankai tramway.

Imamiya-Ebisu Jinja ShrineThe god of commerce is enthusiastically worshipped here by the faithful during the Toka-Ebisu festival, which takes place over three days from January 9~11 every year and draws up to a million participants. 蘂06-6643-0150 • Accessible from Daikokucho and Ebisucho stations on the Osaka subway network and Nankai Imamiya Ebisu station.

Tennoji ParkOpened in 1909, in addition to containing a park with flowerbeds and greenhouses, Tennoji Park contains Osaka Municipal Museum of Art, Tennoji zoo and Keitakuen garden. 蘂06-6771-8401 • Accessible from Tennoji station on the Osaka subway network, JR Tennoji and Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi stations.

●Homma : Osaka dialect for “honto” (really) or “shinjitsu” (true/real). Raising the pronunciation at the end is the same as saying “really?” in English.

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National Bunraku TheatreNot surprisingly, Bunraku, which has been registered by UNESCO as a world intangible cultural asset, is mainly performed at the theater. Kabuki and other traditional dance and music is also performed here. The theater was designed by the famous Kisho Kurokawa. 蘂06-6212-2531 http://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/english/index.html• Accessible from Nippombashi station on the Osaka subway network and Kintetsu Nippombashi station.

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Naniwa Tanken Cruise with Rakugo GuideA Rakugo guide provides an interest ing commentary during this cruise which leaves from and returns to Minatomachi River Place taking in the sites of Osaka, including flood gates, low bridges and other unexpected thrills. The cruise takes 90 minutes via Nakanoshima to Dotombori. 蘂06-6441-0532• Fares: Adult ¥2,500 Child ¥1,250

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Kamigata Ukiyoe MuseumEven the artist Van Gogh was a connoisseur of ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock printing). The museum displays mostly prints of actors from Dotombori, which is known as a town of actors. 蘂06-6211-0303 http://kamigata.jp/english/index.html• Accessible from Osaka subway, Kintetsu and Nankai Namba stations.

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Kuromon Ichiba MarketThere are approximately 180 shops selling fresh fish and produce in this market, which is located 580m south of Sennichimae. In addition to the numerous fish shops selling fugu (blowfish), there are many other shops to cater to every taste. 蘂06-6631-0007• Accessible from Nippombashi station on the Osaka subway network and Kintetsu line.

MAP L-4 Nippombashi DEN-DEN TownWhether you want the very latest or used consumer electronics, Nippombashi’s Den-Den Town is the place to find them. Recently, shops cater ing to animation and robotics have appeared, in addition to shops catering to action figures and game software. 蘂06-6655-1717 • Accessible from Ebisucho and Nippombashi stations on the Osaka subway network, and Kintetsu Nippombashi station.

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Ebisubashi-sujiShopping St.

Namba Walk(Underground Shopping Mall)

KamigataUkiyoe Museum

上方浮世絵館

Namba Nan Nan(Underground Shopping Mall)

Marui

BIC Camera

Korea

OsakaNichinichi Newspaper

Idemitsu NagahoriBldg.13F

NTT

Organic Building

Hoanji Temple

H.Le Botejour Namba

Osaka Fujiya H.

Business Inn Sennichimae H.

Azu Garden Nippombashi

H.Aldebaran

Yamatoya HontenH.Metro the 21

Kaneyoshi Ryokan

TORII Hallトリイホール

SENNICHIMAE

Osaka Floral Inn Namba

Namba Oriental H.

Business InnLiberty

Business Inn Namba

Capsule inn Namba

Grampus Inn Osaka

Spadio

Flexstay Shinsaibashi Inn

Dormy inn Namba

Comfort H.Osaka Shinsaibashi

Kuromon Ichiba Market黒門市場

Nansan-dori St. Hakimono-Tonyagai(Shoes Wholesaler's St.)

Sennichimae Doguyasuji St.

Osaka Pref. Gymnasium大阪府立体育会館

Japan Folk Art Museum日本工芸館

Namba Yasaka JinjaShrine

難波八阪神社

SwissotelNankai Osaka

Namba CITY

Osaka City Museum of Modern Art, Shinsaibashi Temporary Exhibition Space大阪市近代美術館（仮称）心斎橋展示室

Dotombori Gokuraku Showtengai道頓堀極楽商店街

Ebisu Tower

Matsuyam

achi-suji Ave．

308

Yoshimoto Shotengai /吉本笑店街

Business H.Nissei

H.Kuramoto

Dob

uike-suji Ave.

丼池筋

Shinsaibashi-suji

Shopping S

t.

Sammy EBISU Plaza /サミー戎プラザ

Osaka Namba Washington H.Plaza

Super H.Namba Nippombashi

Minato-Machi River Place湊町リバープレイス

Kuchinawazaka Slope口縄坂

H.Nikko Osaka

OCAT(Osaka City Air Terminal)

Takashimaya Dept. Store

TakashimayaDept. Store Annex

NTT

Shimanouchi Cathedral

Yotsubashi-suji A

ve.

四つ橋筋

The Sankei Newspaper Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater/なんばグランド花月

Kubota

Genshojizaka Slope源聖寺坂

LOFT

Sogo Dept.Store


1-2-3Osaka Semba

H.Villa FontaineShinsaibashi

Joshin NambaEisan Duty Free

Sawada Denki

China Mall Shanghai Shintenchi

Brand-nam

eB

outique Area

H.ILCUOLENamba

Osaka Convention&Tourism Bureau

CITI Bank

Apple Store

Aiau-bashi Brg.

Hozenji-Yokocho Alley法善寺横丁

Naniwa Ward Office

Minatomachi Pier 湊町船着場

Namba HatchなんばHatch

Naniwa Tanken Cruise(River Cruise)なにわ探検クルーズ

Museum ofKamigata Comedy and Performing Arts

上方演芸資料館

base Yoshimoto

Minami Police

Chuo Indoor Pool

KintetsuNamba Sta.

近鉄難波駅

Namba Sta.なんば駅

Nippombashi Sta.日本橋駅

Kintetsu Nippombashi Sta.近鉄日本橋駅Namba Sta.

なんば駅

Namba Sta.(Nankai)難波駅（南海）

JR Namba Sta.JR難波駅

Sakuragawa Sta.桜川駅

Shinsaibashi Sta.心斎橋駅

Nagahoribashi Sta.長堀橋駅

Nishiohashi Sta.西大橋駅

Yotsubashi Sta.四ツ橋駅

Dotombori Off Ramp

Minatomachi On&Off Ramp

Yuhigaoka On&Off Ramp

Yotsubashi On Ramp

Namba Off Ramp

Minatomachi Off Ramp

200m

Nagahori-dori St. 長堀通

1

2

3

4

5

I J K L

Sub

way S

akaisuji Line

Nippom

bashi DEN

-DEN

Town

(Electric&Electronic A

ppliances)

Hanshin E

xpressw

ay Loop R

oute

Nankai M

ain Line / Koya Line

Mid

o-suji Ave.

Naniw

a-suji Ave.

なにわ筋

Sennichimae-dori St.千日前通

Onami-dori St. 大浪通

Indoneshia

DotomborigawaRiver

Hanshin E

xpressw

ay Loop R

oute

Dotom

bori

bashi B

rg.

Eb

isub

ashi Brg.

Nippom-bashi Brg.

Subway NagahoriTsurumi-Ryokuchi Line

JR Yam

atoji Line

25

Sankyub

ashi-suji Ave.

CHUO-WARD中央区


KITA HORIESHINSAIBASHI

DOTOMBORI

MINAMI SEMBA

AMERICA MURA

MINAMI HORIE

Osaka Visitors' Info Center, Namba大阪市ビジターズインフォメーションセンター・難波

三休橋筋

Sakaisuji A

ve.

堺筋

御堂筋

松屋町筋

Kintetsu Nara & Osaka Line

Sub

way Yotsub

ashi Line

Sub

way M

idosuji Line

Shin KabukizaTheater新歌舞伎座

The Nat'l Bunraku Theatre国立文楽劇場

Namba Parks

LABI-1Yamada Denki

BIG STEPBIG CAT

TokyuHands

Crysta Nagahori(Underground Shopping Mall)

OPA

Tachibana-dori St.Mitsudera Temple

NISHI-WARD西区

Osaka Koseinenkin Kaikan大阪厚生年金会館ウェルシティ大阪

大阪松竹座　　Osaka Shochikuza Theater

B1 Kadoza Theater

Daiwa Roynet H.Yotsubashi

Dormy Inn Shinsaibashi

Cross H.Osaka

Dotombori H.

Midosuji H.Seika Theater精華小劇場

namBa HIPS なんばヒップス

Namba JinjaShrine難波神社

U.K.

Vietnam

Mitsu Koen Park御津公園（三角公園）

Tazaemon-bashi PierTOMBORI River Walk& Cruise

Suomachi-dori(Europe-dori)St.

Soemoncho St.

Ebisubashi-sujiShopping St.

Namba Walk(Underground Shopping Mall)

KamigataUkiyoe Museum

上方浮世絵館

Namba Nan Nan(Underground Shopping Mall)

Marui

BIC Camera

Korea

OsakaNichinichi Newspaper

Idemitsu NagahoriBldg.13F

NTT

Organic Building

Hoanji Temple

H.Le Botejour Namba

Osaka Fujiya H.

Business Inn Sennichimae H.

Azu Garden Nippombashi

H.Aldebaran

Yamatoya HontenH.Metro the 21

Kaneyoshi Ryokan

TORII Hallトリイホール

SENNICHIMAE

Osaka Floral Inn Namba

Namba Oriental H.

Business InnLiberty

Business Inn Namba

Capsule inn Namba

Grampus Inn Osaka

Spadio

Flexstay Shinsaibashi Inn

Dormy inn Namba

Comfort H.Osaka Shinsaibashi

Kuromon Ichiba Market黒門市場

Nansan-dori St. Hakimono-Tonyagai(Shoes Wholesaler's St.)

Sennichimae Doguyasuji St.

Osaka Pref. Gymnasium大阪府立体育会館

Japan Folk Art Museum日本工芸館

Namba Yasaka JinjaShrine

難波八阪神社

Swiss HotelNankai Osaka

Namba CITY

Osaka City Museum of Modern Art, Shinsaibashi Temporary Exhibition Space大阪市近代美術館（仮称）心斎橋展示室

Dotombori Gokuraku Showtengai道頓堀極楽商店街

Ebisu Tower

Matsuyam

achi-suji Ave．

308

Yoshimoto Shotengai /吉本笑店街

Business H.Nissei

H.Kuramoto

Dob

uike-suji Ave.

丼池筋

Shinsaibashi-suji

Shopping S

t.

Sammy EBISU Plaza /サミー戎プラザ

Osaka Namba Washington H.Plaza

Super H.Namba Nippombashi

Minato-Machi River Place湊町リバープレイス

Kuchinawazaka Slope口縄坂

H.Nikko Osaka

OCAT(Osaka City Air Terminal)

Takashimaya Dept. Store

TakashimayaDept. Store Annex

NTT

Shimanouchi Cathedral

Yotsubashi-suji A

ve.

四つ橋筋

The Sankei Newspaper Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater/なんばグランド花月

Kubota

Genshojizaka Slope源聖寺坂

LOFT

Sogo Dept.Store


1-2-3Osaka Semba

H.Villa FontaineShinsaibashi

Joshin NambaEisan Duty Free

Sawada Denki

China Mall Shanghai Shintenchi

Brand-nam

eB

outique Area

H.ILCUORENamba

Osaka Convention&Tourism Bureau

CITI Bank

Apple Store

Aiau-bashi Brg.

Hozenji-Yokocho Alley法善寺横丁

Naniwa Ward Office

Minatomachi Pier 湊町船着場

Namba HatchなんばHatch

Naniwa Tanken Cruise(River Cruise)なにわ探検クルーズ

Museum ofKamigata Comedy and Performing Arts

上方演芸資料館

base Yoshimoto

Minami Police

Chuo Indoor Pool

KintetsuNamba Sta.

近鉄難波駅

Namba Sta.なんば駅

Nippombashi Sta.日本橋駅

Kintetsu Nippombashi Sta.近鉄日本橋駅Namba Sta.

なんば駅

Namba Sta.(Nankai)難波駅（南海）

JR Namba Sta.JR難波駅

Sakuragawa Sta.桜川駅

Shinsaibashi Sta.心斎橋駅

Nagahoribashi Sta.長堀橋駅

Nishiohashi Sta.西大橋駅

Yotsubashi Sta.四ツ橋駅

Dotombori Off Ramp

Minatomachi On&Off Ramp

Yuhigaoka On&Off Ramp

Yotsubashi On Ramp

Namba Off Ramp

Minatomachi Off Ramp

200m

Nagahori-dori St. 長堀通

Osaka Shochikuza TheaterThe first western-style theater in Japan when it was built in 1923. One of the most impres-sive features of this theater, which is used mainly for Kabuki but also for Rakugo and various other kinds of drama, is the huge arch at the entrance. 蘂06-6214-2211 • Accessible from Osaka subway, Kintetsu and Nankai Namba stations.

MAP K-3

MINAMI Area

●Sukiyanen : Osaka dialect for “suki desu”(“like”, “love”). The correct way to say it is, “sukkyanen”.

Minato-Machi River PlaceMinatomachi River Place contains Namba Hatch, Japan’s largest standing hall with a capacity of approximately 1,500 people, an outside event plaza and numerous cafes and restaurants. 蘂06-4397-0571• Accessible from Namba stations on the Osaka subway network and Kintetsu l ine, and JR Namba station.

MAP J-3

Look, learn, play, buy and eat!! The Bayarea boasts the world’s best amusement park and aquarium, the highest viewing platform in Western Japan from which families and couples can enjoy the vista over Osaka Bay.

An Amusement Area in a Wonderful Location

●Omoroi : Osaka dialect for “omoshiroi” (“funny”). 26 27

BAY Area

BAY Area

MAP Q-2.R-2

MAP Q-2.R-2

MAP Q-2

MAP Q-2 MAP Q-3MAP Q-2

Environmentally-Friendly FacilitiesHelping to Solve Environmental problems

Osaka Aquarium “Kaiyukan”With 580 different species of marine life and 30,000 specimens — including a huge whale shark swimming in a massive tank — this aquarium is one of the largest in the world.蘂06-6576-5501 http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm• Accessible from Osakako station on the Osaka subway network.

Santa Maria CruisePassengers take in the sights of Osaka Bay during a 50-minute cruise on the Santa Maria, which is modeled after Columbus’s ship of the same name but built twice as large. A longer night cruise is also available but requires a reservation.蘂06-6942-5511http://www.suijo-bus.jp/language/english/santmaria.aspx• Accessible from Osakako station on the Osaka subway network.

Tempozan Marketplace Located on the eastern side of Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan next to the Santa Maria pier, Tempozan Market Place is a modern three-story shopping and entertainment complex containing dozens of restau-rants and nightclubs as well as a public events arena. In Naniwa Kuishimbo Yokocho (Greedy Guts Alley) visitors can find a range of uniquely Osaka cuisine.蘂06-6576-5501 http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/amusement/• Accessible from Osakako station on the Osaka subway network.

Suntory Museum Tempozan The museum, which was designed by renowned Osaka architect Tadao Ando, contains an IMAX theater showing 3D images on a huge 20m x 28m screen, a gallery exhibiting about 15,000 works of world-famous artists, such as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alfons Maria Mucha, a museum shop and a restaurant.蘂06-6577-0001 http://www.suntory.com/culture-sports/smt/ • Accessible from Osakako station on the Osaka subway network.

MAP R-2Universal Studios JapanTM

蘂06-6465-3000 http://www.usj.co.jp/e_top.html• Accessible from JR Universal City station.

Tempozan River FerriesThe Tempozan Ferry, which crosses the river from Tempozan to Sakurajima, is another great way to enjoy the water. 蘂06-6571-5919• Accessible from Sakurajima and Tempo-zan Park.

Captain LinePassengers on this shuttle get a good view of the back of Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan as they leave and then pass underneath a massive expressway bridge on their 10-minute ride to Universal City Port. 蘂06-6573-8222• Accessible from Kaiyukan Nishi (west) Pier and Universal City Port.

Maishima Plant Maishima Sludge Center

Maishima Plant (Waste Treatment Plant) /Maishima Sludge CenterThis waste treatment plant and sludge center, the exterior of which was designed by the late world reknowned environmental artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, provides an excellent opportunity to learn about waste treatment and recycling.

Maishima Plant蘂06-6630-3353

Maishima Sludge Center蘂06-6460-2830

http://www.city.osaka.jp/kankyojigyo/english/index.html

MAP P-1MAP P-2

Hollywood Dream-The RideBoard the roller coaster and select your favorite BGM. The coaster slowly climbs up, overlooking the city of Hollywood. Set free from gravity, you'll feel as if you were flying in the sky. The Studios' first roller coaster, lit up like a shooting star, is truly a "dream" attraction.

Fantastic WorldIn the spring of 2008 a whole new world will be born in the park. A fantastic variety of unique creatures will make their grand debut on our stage in a scale never yet seen before!

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-ManTM-The RidePut on your 3・D Spider -Vision goggles and join the world's favorite web slinger as he goes up against an army of twisted villains to rescue the Statue of Liberty. You'll race through the city in the most incredible action packed adventure ride ever-The Amazing Adventures of Spider-ManTM-The Ride.

It's Universal Studios JapanTM, the world-class movie theme park born of Hollywood films. Exciting attractions that recreate blockbuster hits. Thrilling rides. Energizing and authentic Hollywood shows and entertainment. It's a world apart that lets you escape your daily life.

THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF SPIDER-MANTM & 蘓 2008 Marvel Characters, Inc. All rights reserved.Universal elements 蘓 2008 Universal Studios.Universal Studios Japan and Universal indiciaTM & 蘓 Universal Studios. All rights reserved CR08-0042 / SA08-32


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MINATO-WARD港区

TAISHO-WARD大正区

KONOHANA-WARD此花区

SUMINOE-WARD住之江区

Nanko P

ort Town Line

(New

Tram)

MAISHIMA ISLAND(Sports Island)

YUMESHIMAISLAND

Kizugawa River

Kamome-ohashi Brg.

Tempozan-

ohashi Brg.

Osaka Port

SAKISHIMA ISLAND

Universal Studios JapanTM

ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンTM

Maishima Baseball Stadium舞洲ベースボールスタジアム

Universal City Portユニバーサルシティポート

Osaka Visitors' Info Center,Universal City

大阪市ビジターズインフォメーションセンター・ユニバーサルシティ

H.NIKKO Bayside OsakaAutocamp Site

Osaka Nanko Ferry Terminal(For Shikoku,Kyushu)

Osaka Nanko Kamome Ferry Terminal(For Kyushu,Okinawa)

Pier for Amami & Naha

Nanko Cosmo PierOsaka PortInt'l Ferry Terminal(For Shanghai,Busan)

Minato-

dori St.

172

Hokko-dori St.

Konohana-dori St.

H.FukuyaKameya Ryokan

Osaka CityCentral Gymnasium

大阪市中央体育館

Hokko Yacht Harbor北港ヨットハーバー

MaishimaPottery Village舞洲陶芸館

MaishimaSeaside Promenade舞洲シーサイドプロムナード

WTC Cosmo Tower

WTCコスモタワー

ATC Ageless CenterATCエイジレスセンター

ATC Green Eco PlazaATCグリーンエコプラザ

ATC(Asia & Pacific Trade Center)ATC（アジア太平洋トレードセンター）

Nanko Bird Sanctuary南港野鳥園

Osaka Maritime Museumなにわの海の時空館

Sportology Galleryスポートロジーギャラリー

Hyatt Regency Osaka

O's

Kaigan-dori St.

Yahataya Park

Nanko Fishing Park南港魚つり園

Kansai Electric Power Station,EL City Nanko関西電力南港発電所

Suminoe-dori St.

Osaka Food’s Outletおおさかフードアウトレット

Nam

ihaya-ohashi Tollroad

Wine Museum Osakaふれあい港館ワインミュージアム

Zepp Osaka

INTEX Int'l Exhibition Center,Osakaインテックス大阪

ATC Town Outlet MARE

TempozanPassengerTerminal

Nanko-ohashi B

rg.

Konohana-ohashi Brg.

Barbecue Garden

Maishima Arena舞洲アリーナ

Capt.Line,Pierキャプテンライン乗船場

500m

Lodge Maishima

Shorenjigawa River

Subway Chuo Line

Ajigawa River Tennis Garden

Maishima Sports Center forPersons with DisabilitiesAmity Maishimaアミティ舞洲

Maishima Heliport舞洲ヘリポート

H.Keihan Universal City

H.Kintetsu Universal City

Universal Citywalk OsakaTM

Suntory Museum Tempozanサントリーミュージアム天保山

Osaka Aquarium"Kaiyukan"海遊館

Tempozan Harbor Village

Art Grace Wedding Coast

H.Universal Port

Santa Maria,Capt. Line Pierサンタマリア・キャプテンライン乗船場

Ferris Wheel天保山大観覧車

Marketplace天保山マーケットプレース

Min

ato-

ohas

hi B

rg.

Ryokan Marusan

COSMO SQUARE

Maishima Plant

Osaka Pool大阪プール

Han

shin

Exp

ress

way

Wan

gan

Rou

te

Nanko-dori St.

UnderConstruction

Sakurajima Sta.桜島駅

Universal-City Sta.ユニバーサルシティ駅

Asashiobashi Sta.朝潮橋駅

Osakako Sta.大阪港駅

Cosmosquare Sta.

Nakafuto Sta.中ふ頭駅

Trade Center-Mae Sta.トレードセンター前駅

Port Town-Nishi Sta.ポートタウン西駅

Port Town-Higashi Sta.ポートタウン東駅

Ferry Terminal Sta.フェリーターミナル駅

Nankohigashi Sta.南港東駅

Nankoguchi Sta.南港口駅

Ajigawaguchi Sta.

Nanko-Minami On&Off Ramp

Nanko-Naka Off Ramp

Nanko-Naka On Ramp

Nanko-KitaOn&Off Ramp

Shimaya-HigashiOn Ramp

Tempozan On Ramp

Shimaya Off Ramp

Hokko-Nishi On&Off Ramp

Hokko JCT

Tempozan JCT

Tempozan Off Ramp

Universal City Off Ramp

Maishima Sludge Center

Osakako-Sakishim

a

Tunnel

MAP P-3

MAP P-1・2

MAP Q-4

MAP Q-4 MAP P-4

BAY Area

28 29

Sports, Concerts and Museums - Do something different on your holiday.

●Morkarimakka : Osaka dialect for “mokarimasu ka” (“are you making any money?”), although this phrase is known throughout Japan it is seldom used.

WTC Cosmo TowerThe 55-story Osaka World Trade Center Building towers over Osaka Bay, a fford ing v is i tors a panoramic view of Osaka City and its surrounding areas. On a clear day Awaji Island, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Kansai International Airport are visible. 蘂06-6615-6055 • Accessible from Trade Center-Mae station on the Nanko Port Town line (New Tram).

Maishima Sports IslandFeaturing facilities such as a baseball stadium and Maishima Arena which are used for International events, visitors can also find barbecues and log houses to he lp them en joy the i r t ime in the outdoors.蘂06-6460-9855• Accessible from Maishima Sports Island City Bus Stop.

KYOCERA Dome OsakaHome to the Orix Buffaloes baseball team, the stadium is also used for concerts and other events. 蘂06-6586-0106• Accessible from Dome-Mae Chiyozaki station on the Osaka subway network.

ATC (Asia & Pacific Trade Center)The Asia-Pacific Trade Center (ATC) is a huge facility consisting of the International Trade Mart (ITM) with its Mare outlet mall. Other features include the Ageless Center and the Green Eco Plaza, which propose solutions environmental problems and the aging of the population. 蘂06-6615-5230 http://www.atc-co.com/pdf/atc_eng.pdf• Accessible from Trade Center-Mae station on the Nanko Port Town line (New Tram).

INTEX (Int’l Exhibition Center) OsakaLocated on a 130,000m2 site and boasting 70,000m2 of exhibition space, INTEX Osaka with its 30-meter high dome is one of the largest expo facilities in Japan.蘂06-6612-8888 http://www.intex-osaka.com/index_e.html• Accessible from Nakafuto station on the Nanko Port Town line (New Tram).

Osaka Maritime MuseumThe glass-domed Osaka Maritime Museum,allows visitors to experience something of Osaka’s vibrant maritime history, including a full-size Higakikaisen trading ship replica. 蘂06-4703-2900http://www.jikukan.or.jp/index_english.html/• Accessible from Cosmosquare stat ion on the Osaka subway network and Nanko Port Town line (New Tram).


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200mShoman-inAizendo Temple

勝鬘院愛染堂

Oejinja Shrine

ShitennojimaeYuhigaoka Sta.四天王寺前夕陽ヶ丘駅

Tennoji Police

TENNOJI-WARD天王寺区

Gochikoin Temple JapaneseGarden

Yuya HojoTemple

RokujidoTemple

Stone Stage

GanzanDaishido

Temple

Uem

achi-suji Ave.

上町筋

Shitennoji Temple四天王寺

StoneGateway

Saidaimon,West Grand Gate

Nandaimon,South Grand Gate

Aizenzaka Slope愛染坂

Kiyomizuzaka Slope清水坂

Matsuyam

achi-suji Ave

．松屋町筋 Kiyomizudera

Temple

Tanimachi-suji A

ve.

谷町筋

Sub

way Tanim

achi Line

Tenjinzaka Slope天神坂

Yasui Jinja Shrine

Ousaka Slope逢阪


NTT

Ebisucho Sta.恵美須町駅

Nippombashi DEN-DEN Town

(Electric&Electronic Appliances)

Hanshin E

xpressw

ay Loop Route

Ebisucho On Ramp

Imamiya-Ebisu Jinja Shrine今宮戎神社

Ebisucho Sta.恵美須町駅

Naniwa Police

25

TsutenkakuHondoriShopping St.

Sub

way

Sak

aisu

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Han

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way

Han

kai L

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Shi

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Tsutenkaku Tower通天閣

Sak

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SHIN-SEKAI

堺筋

Shin-Imamiya Sta.新今宮駅

Isshinji Temple一心寺

Isshinji Theater

Chausuyama Burial Mound茶臼山古墳

Tennoji Zoo天王寺動物園

TENNOJI PARK天王寺公園

Jan-Jan Yokocho St.ジャンジャン横丁 Osaka Municipal Museum of Art

大阪市立美術館

Tea House

Horikoshi JinjaShrine

Tokokuji Temple統国寺

Shinsekai Gate

Bijutsukan-shita Gate

Keitakuen Garden慶沢園

Greenhouse Abetica(Underground Shopping Mall)

Osaka Visitors' Info Center,Tennoji大阪市ビジターズインフォメーションセンター・天王寺

Tennoji Toei H.Ave Tennoji H.

Tennoji Sta.(JR・Subways)天王寺駅 Tennoji Mio

JR Hanwa Line JR Osaka Loop Line

JR Kansaihonsen Line

Choganji Temple

25

Shitennoji Koshindo Temple

HoopOsaka Abenobashi Sta.大阪阿部野橋駅

Kintetsu Dept. StoreAbeno

Abeno-suji A

ve.

あべの筋

Tennoji Off Ramp

Tennoji Gate

Subway Midosuji Line

Hankai

Tramw

ay U

emachi

Line

JR Yamatoji Line

Tennojieki-Mae Sta.天王寺駅前駅

Abeno LuciasApollo Bldg.

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Tsutenkaku TowerVisitors to Tsutenkaku tower, which is one of the symbols of Osaka, are afforded a panoramic view of the city. It is said that visitors will have good luck if they rub the feet of the Billiken statue that is located there. 蘂06-6641-9555 • Accessible from Ebisucho and Dobutsuen-Mae stations on the Osaka subway network.

Jan-Jan Yokocho StreetThis small alley contains some 50 restaurants, including the kushikatsu (skewered fried food) res taurant that is famous for its sign saying, “don’t dip your food in the sauce twice”, as well as igo and shogi (Japanese chess) clubs. • Accessible from Dobutsuen-Mae and Ebisucho stations on the Osaka subway network and JR Shin-Imamiya station.

Shin-Sekai Osaka’s Shinsekai (New World) is a thriving area reminiscent of the downtown mood of Osaka during the 1950s/60s. It is famous for Tsutenkaku tower, Jan-Jan Alley and the huge blowfish lantern suspended above the street. 蘂06-6643-6322 http://www.shinsekai.ne.jp/en/index.html• Accessible from Ebisucho and Dobutsuen-Mae stations on the Osaka subway network.

Tennoji Zoo Only the third zoo in Japan when it was opened in 1915, Tennoji Zoo has approximately 900 specimens of approximately 230 different species of animals. In addition to elephants, lions and chimpanzees, the zoo has the only New Zealand kiwi in Japan, fishing cats and the ever-popular koalas. 蘂06-6771-8401 • Accessible from Dobutsuen-Mae and Tennoji stations on the Osaka subway network, JR Tennoji station.

Miyuki-Dori (Ikuno Korea Town) This 300m arcade, which stretches from Tsuru-hashi to Momodani stations, is filled with the smell of kimuchi (traditional Korean pickles) and chijimi. Korean supermarkets, restaurants, and shops dealing in Korean national costumes line the arcade. • Accessible from JR Tsuruhashi and Momodani stations and Kintetsu Tsuruhashi station.

Osaka Human Rights Museum(Liberty Osaka)The Osaka Human Rights Museum is an important museum that supports human rights and confronts national and international human rights abuses whether based on place of birth, nationality, gender, occupation or any others.蘂06-6561-8195 http://www.liberty.or.jp/topfile/human-top.htm• Accessible from JR Ashiharabashi station.

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Lifelike Habitats Make for All Day Excitement

A Human Rights Messagefrom Osaka

A Vibrant Downtown Area Full of Showa Period Culture

●Gottsui : Osaka dialect for “sugoku” (“very”), “hijou ni” (“extremely”) or “totemo” (“very”).

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Osaka is located at a latitude of 34°35'~46' degrees north and a longitude of 135°23'~36' degrees east. Although there is considerable seasonal variation, the climate is relatively warm.

■JR WEST・・・・・・・・Connects most parts of the Kansai area.Useful especially when traveling between cities or long distance.

■Private railways・・・Run by private railway lines including Kintetsu,Keihan.Nankai,Hankyu and Hanshin.Convenient when going to Kyoto,Osaka and Kobe not to mention Nara and Wakayama.

■Subway・・・・・・・・・・Available in Osaka,Kyoto and Kobe.Useful when traveling within cities.

Japan currency comes in 1,000, 2,000, 5,000 and 10,000 yen bills, and 1,5,10,50,100 and 500 yen coins.Major currencies including the US dollar and Euro can be exchanged at major banks and post offices, department stores, hotels and other facilities. Banks are open Monday to Friday from nine till three. The range of currencies dealt with varies from facility to facility. Please check with a tourist office or other source for more information.

Average rainfallAverage temperature

Climate

Currency & Foreign Exchange

●Yearly average rainfall and temperature

Prices quoted are averages; actual prices vary.

Discount Passes

How to use trains

How to use the Osaka Municipal Subway

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2 Tickets are bought at ticket machines near the entrances. Please refer to the price list next to the machine (listed in Japanese and English).

Entrances to the subway are marked with signs like this one.

3 Automatic ticket gates are installed at all subways. A gate opens when you insert a ticket. Retrieve you ticket after the gate opens and keep it unitil you get off at your destination.

4 Each station is displayed alphabetically and numerically. The alphabet represents the name of the subway line and a number represents the station number. Signs for stations are written in Both Japanese and English. Also check the bilingual information board in the train.

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●Recommended clothing for the seasons

Ticket machine

Price list

Button to switch to English.Price button.Button for child's fare.Insert cash,choose the type of card( m u l t i p l e - t r i p t i c k e t , o n e - d a y pass,No-My-Car-Day pass,Rainbow card ) and press the amount of your fare.

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A variety of discount passes are available for visitors to fully enjoy Osaka.These passes are convenient as there is no need to buy a ticket at each connection and save the money on your travels with no language problems!

The “One-Day Pass” offers an unlimited use of Osaka municipal transportation network.(Subway,NewTram, City Bus).Discounts are also given at some tourist facilities. Every Friday and on the 20th of every month(21st if 20th falls on a holiday or Sunday), you can use *a Special Ticket(No-My-Car-day Ticket).

Fare:Regular Ticket ¥850*Special Ticket(No-My-Car-Day Ticket) ¥6001-day pass for the Osaka

municipal transportation ne twork ( subway, New Tram, City Bus) which also provides entry to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

Fare: (From within Osaka City)High School Student and Older ¥2,400Elementaly School Studnts and younger ¥1,100

●One-Day Pass

A pass enables you to r ide on subways, private railways and buses throughout the Kansai district, such as Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, and Mt.Koya as well as Osaka.Discounts and coupons are available.

Fare :2day ticket Adult ¥3,800 Child ¥1,900

3day ticket Adult ¥5,000 Child ¥2,500

●Kansai Thru Pass

●Osaka Kaiyu TicketThe pass offers unlimited use of trains and buses in Osaka, as well as free admission to over 20 popular sightsee-ing facilities, including Osaka Castle Museum, a bay cruise and observato-ries. Discounts and special deals are also given at other facilities, restaurants and shops.Where to buy?: Osaka Visitors’ Informa-tion Centers (cf.P.40) or at major railway stations.

Fare:1-Day Pass ¥2,0002-Day Pass ¥2,700*2-Day Pass is available only to overseas visitors.

●Osaka Unlimited Pass

http://www.kotsu.city.osaka.jp/foreign/english/

http://www.pia-kansai.ne.jp/osp/en/(The site is to be open in mid-March or later.)

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■How to use public transporation

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Osaka Business Park大阪ビジネスパーク Osakajokoen

大阪城公園

Matsuyamachi松屋町

Tamade 玉出Tamade 玉出

Kitakagaya北加賀屋

Higobashi肥後橋

Osakajokitazume 大阪城北詰　

Kunijima柴島Kunijima柴島

Kita-Senri 北千里

Moriguchi-Shi守口市

Itakano井高野

Kandai-Mae関大前

Suita吹田

Higashimikuni東三国

Ryokuchi-Koen緑地公園

Tsukaguchi塚口

Tsukaguchi塚口

Shin-Itami新伊丹

Itami伊丹

Itami伊丹

Higashi-Yodogawa

東淀川

Kadoma-Minami門真南

For Sanjo至三条

For Kyoto至京都

For Saito-Nishi 至彩都西

For Kawaramachi至河原町

For Kyoto至京都

For Kizu至木津

For Nara至奈良

For Nara至奈良

For Yoshino至吉野

For Nagoya,Kashikojima

至名古屋･賢島

Tsurumi-Ryokuchi鶴見緑地

Gamo-4-chome蒲生四丁目

Ogimachi扇町

Nakatsu中津

Nakatsu 中津

Mikuni三国

Toyonaka 豊中

Nakazakicho 中崎町

Sozenji崇禅寺

Nishinakajima-Minamigata西中島南方

Miyakojima都島

Miyakojima都島

Konoike-shinden鴻池新田

Kawachi-Kosaka河内小阪

Higashi-Hanazono東花園

Yaenosato八戸ノ里

Bishoen美章園

Koboreguchi　河堀口

Fuminosato文の里

Hirano 平野

Kire-Uriwari喜連瓜破 Deto

出戸

Nagahara長原

Yaominami八尾南

Taishibashi-Imaichi太子橋今市

Moriguchi 守口

Ashiharabashi 芦原橋Shiomibashi 汐見橋　　　

Dempo伝法

Ebie海老江 Fukushima

福島

Kanzakigawa神崎川

Kami-Shinjo上新庄Shimo-Shinjo

下新庄

Shojaku正雀

Ibaraki-Shi茨木市

Shin-Fukushima 新福島

Asashiobashi朝潮橋

Universal-Cityユニバーサルシティ

Sakurajima桜島

Maishima Sports Island舞洲スポーツアイランド

Yumeshima夢洲

Trade Center-Maeトレードセンター前

Tezukayama帝塚山

Asakayama浅香山

Sakai-Higashi堺東

Sumiyoshi-Koen住吉公園

Sumiyoshi-Torrimae住吉鳥居前

Goryomae御陵前

Higashi-Hagoromo

東羽衣

Ferry Terminalフェリーターミナル

Yodogawa淀川

Daimotsu大物

Tamagawa玉川

Imamiya-Ebisu今宮戎

Kizugawa木津川 Minami-Tatsumi

南巽

Kawachi-Amami河内天美

Kawachi-Matsubara河内松原Asaka

浅香

Sugimotocho杉本町

Tsurugaoka鶴ケ丘

Abikoあびこ

Nakamozuなかもず

Shinkanaoka新金岡

Yata矢田

Tobu-shijomae東部市場前

Hirano平野

Kyuhoji久宝寺

Momodani桃谷

Uehommachi上本町Shitennojimae

Yuhigaoka四天王寺前夕陽ケ丘

Teradacho寺田町

Temma　天満

Sakuranomiya桜ノ宮Sakuranomiya桜ノ宮

Sekime関目

Shigino鴫野

Takaido高井田

Takaido高井田

Sekime-Seiiku関目成育

Noe野江

Mozuhachiman百舌鳥八幡

Mozu百舌鳥

Hamadera-Koen浜寺公園

Suwanomori諏訪ノ森

Hamadera-Ekimae浜寺駅前

Ishizugawa石津川

Sakai堺

Sumiyoshitaisha住吉大社

Tamatsukuri玉造

Midoribashi 緑橋

Ebisucho恵美須町

Ibaraki茨木

Sakaishi堺市

OsakaAbenobashi大阪阿部野橋

OsakaAbenobashi大阪阿部野橋

Bentencho弁天町

Juso十三

梅田Umeda

梅田

JRNambaJR難波

Daikokucho大国町

Ashiharabashi 芦原橋Shiomibashi 汐見橋　　　

Daikokucho大国町

Taisho大正

Morinomiya 森ノ宮

Kyobashi京橋Nishikujo

西九条

Imamiya今宮

Hineno日根野

For Wakayamashi至和歌山市

For Wakayama至和歌山

Otori 鳳

Nagai長居

Rinku-Townりんくうタウン

Shin-Imamiya新今宮

Mikunigaoka三国ケ丘

Tsuruhashi鶴橋

Tsuruhashi鶴橋

Imazato今里

Awaza阿波座

Kujo九条

Yodoyabashi　　淀屋橋

Kitahama北浜

Temmabashi天満橋 Temmabashi天満橋

Hommachi本町

Shinsaibashi 心斎橋

Sakaisuji- Hommachi

堺筋本町

Nishi-nagahori西長堀

Dome-Mae Chiyozakiドーム前千代崎

Dome-Mae Chiyozakiドーム前千代崎

Nodahanshin野田阪神

Noda野田

Noda野田

Tanimachi6-chome谷町六丁目

Tanimachi4-chome 谷町四丁目

Tanimachi9-chome谷町九丁目

Nagahoribashi長堀橋

Nippombashi日本橋

Dobutsuen-Mae動物園前

Tennoji-Ekimae天王寺駅前

Abeno阿倍野

Yotsubashi四ツ橋

Minami-Morimachi南森町

Osakatemmangu大阪天満宮Osakatemmangu大阪天満宮

Tenjimbashisuji6-chome天神橋筋六丁目

Awaji 淡路

Esaka江坂

Senri-Chuo千里中央Hotaru-

gaike蛍池

For Takarazuka至宝塚

For Takarazuka至宝塚

For Shin-Kobe/Himeji至新神戸・姫路

For Sannomiya至三宮

For Sannomiya至三ノ宮

For Sannomiya至三宮

For Minoh至箕面

Ishibashi石橋

Yamada山田

Minamikata 南方

Izumisano泉佐野

Kaizuka貝塚

Kishiwada岸和田

Nishikinohama二色浜

Takojizo　蛸地蔵

Minami-Ibaraki 南茨木

Nishi-Umeda西梅田

Umeda　梅田

Higashi-Umeda東梅田

Banpaku-KinenKoen万博記念公園

Handai-Byoin-mae阪大病院前

Dainichi大日

Kadoma-Shi門真市

Kitashinchi 北新地 Kitashinchi 北新地

Osakako大阪港

Cosmosquareコスモスクエア

Nakafuto中ふ頭

Amagasaki尼崎

Amagasaki尼崎

Tengachaya天下茶屋

Tengachaya天下茶屋

Kishinosato-Tamade 岸里玉出

Namba難波

Nagata長田

For Gakkennaratomigaoka

至学研奈良登美ヶ丘

Fuse布施

Fuse布施

Nakamozu中百舌鳥 For Koyasan

至高野山For Izumi-Chuo

至和泉中央

Hago-romo 羽衣

Takashinohama高師浜

Suminoekoen住之江公園

Tsukamoto塚本

Osaka Airport大阪空港

Osaka Int'l Airport大阪国際空港

Kansai Airport関西空港

Kansai Int'l Airport関西国際空港

Shin-Osaka新大阪

Osaka 大阪　　

Tennoji 天王寺

JR Takarazuka Line JR宝塚線

Hankyu Takarazuka Line

阪急宝塚線 Hankyu Kyoto Line阪急京都線

Nakanoshima Line　　　　中之島線

Hankyu Senri Line

阪急千里線

Imazatosuji Line

今里筋線　　　

Imazatosuji Line

今里筋線　　　

Kintetsu Osaka Line

近鉄大阪線

Kintetsu Osaka Line

近鉄大阪線

Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line近鉄南大阪線

Osaka Monorail大阪モノレール

JR Kobe Line JR神戸線

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JR Tozai Line JR東西線

JR Kyoto Line JR京都線

JR Yamatoji Line JR大和路線

JR Hanwa Line JR阪和線

JR KansaiAirport LineJR関西空港線

JR Gakken-Toshi Line JR学研都市線

Osaka Higashi Line おおさか東線

Kintetsu Nara Line近鉄奈良線

Nankai Koya Line

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Chuo Line中央線

Chuo Line/Kintetsu Keihanna Line中央線／近鉄けいはんな線Chuo Line/Kintetsu Keihanna Line中央線／近鉄けいはんな線

Nagahori Tsurumi-Ryokuchi Line長堀鶴見緑地線

Nanko Port Town Line （New Tram）

南港ポートタウン線（ニュートラム）

Nankai Airport Line南海空港線

Nankai 　　Shiomibashi Line

南海汐見橋線

Hankai Tramway 阪堺電軌

Hankai Tramway阪堺電軌

JR Yumesaki LineJRゆめ咲線

Hanshin namba Line阪神なんば線Hanshin namba Line阪神なんば線

Hanshin Nishi-Osaka Line

阪神西大阪線

Hanshin Main Line

阪神本線

Han

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Itami Line

阪急伊丹線

Hankyu Kobe Line　　　阪急神戸線　　

Sanyo Shinkansen 　Line 山陽新幹線 Tokaido Shinkansen Line 東海道新幹線

JR Osaka Loop Line JR大阪環状線

JR Osaka Loop Line

JR大阪環状

Keihan Main Line 京阪本線

Nakanoshima Line中之島線（Under construction）

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Yotsubashi Line 四つ橋線

Sennichimae Line千日前線

Sakaisuji Line堺筋線

Imazatosuji Line今里筋線

JR Lines JR線

Shinkansen Lines新幹線

Other Railway Linesその他の鉄道Transfer Station

Chuo Line 中央線

Nagahori Tsurumi-Ryokuchi Line長堀鶴見緑地線

Nanko Port Town Line (New Tram)南港ポートタウン線（ニュートラム）

Hanshin Namba Line阪神なんば線（Under construction）

Osaka Higashi Lineおおさか東線（Under construction）

■Kansai Tourism Information Center TEL.072-456-6025■Osaka Prefecture international Tourism clearing Center　TEL.06-6625-2189■Kyoto City Tourism Information Center TEL.075-343-6655■Nara City Tourism Information Center TEL.0742-22-3900■Kobe City Tourism Information Center TEL.078-322-0220

Osaka Railway and Subway Map

Shin-Osaka (JR Shin-Osaka Station)TEL.06-6305-33118:00~20:00

Umeda (JR Osaka Station)TEL.06-6345-21898:00~20:00

Namba(Subway Namba Station)TEL.06-6211-35518:00~20:00

Tennoji(JR Tennoji Station)TEL.06-6774-30778:00~20:00

Universal City(JR Universal-city Station)TEL.06-4804-3824 9:00~20:00

The Osaka Visitors' Information Centers provide you with the latest information on Osaka's tourist attractions, shopping, restaurants, and accommodations. The centers also offer you guidebooks and maps.●Open all year round, excluding 12/31～1/3.●Visitors' Information Center, Universal City is open all year round.

Tourist Information

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Central Wicket中央改札口

To Subway Sta.→地下鉄へ

TIS Ticket Officeみどりの窓口

JR Info.CenterJR案内所

Koen(Park)Gate公園口

NorthGate北口

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JRユニバーサ

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H. Kintetsu Universal Cityホテル近鉄ユニバーサル・シティ

H. KeihanUniversal Cityホテル京阪ユニバーサル・シティ

Universal City Walk OsakaTM

ユニバーサル・シティウォーク大阪 TM

UniversalStudiosJapanTM

Gateユニバーサルスタジオ・ジャパンTMゲート

H. Nikko Bayside Osaka

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改札口

Subway Namba Sta.地下鉄なんば駅

Municipal Access Guide Office市営交通案内

←ToJR Namba Sta.OCAT

To Kintetsu Namba Sta.　近鉄難波駅

Namba WalkNamba Walkなんばウォーク

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Officeきっぷ売場

PedestrianCrossing横断歩道

Pedestrian Brg.歩道橋

JR Osaka StationJR大阪駅

Float Court

South Wicket

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Upward Escalatorエスカレーター

City BusTerminal

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ShinkansenCentral Exit新幹線中央出口

←To Subway Sta.　地下鉄へ

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Noodle Shop うどん店TAXI

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Set against the natural beauty of Mt. Rokko and with a romantic seaside atmosphere, Kobe has a distinctly Western feel that sets it apart from other cities in Japan. More than ten years have passed since the Great Hanshin Earthquake and the glittering new city is testimony to the resilience of the spirit of the city’s residents.

Take a Stroll through this Exotic Seaport http://www.feel-kobe.jp/english/index.html• JR Shinkansen Shin-Osaka~Shin-Kobe (approx. 13 min.)• JR Osaka~Kobe (approx. 25 min.)• Hankyu Umeda~Sannomiya (approx. 30 min.)• Hanshin Umeda~Sannomiya (approx. 30 min.)

Kitano IjinkanLocated on the hills overlooking Kobe port, this area contains 34 European-style houses built as residences for early foreign settlers, including Weathercock House and Moegi House.• 15 min. on foot from JR, Hanshin and Hankyu Sannomiya stations or the Kitano Ijinkan stop on the City Loop Bus.

神戸

Kobe

Sakai is known for its keyhole shaped ancient burial mounds that date back to the 5th century. The city was also home to Sen no Rikyu, the greatest master of the tea ceremony. Traditional Japanese sweets are still made in the city, and the scenery within the city still bears some resemblence to the Sakai of the middle ages, especially on account of the moats that still exists around the burial mounds.

A Font of Cultural Heritagehttp://www.city.sakai.osaka.jp/index_en.html• Nankai Namba~Sakai-Higashi (approx. 20 min.)

The Tomb of Emperor NintokuSaid to have been built during the 5th century, the keyhole shaped tomb of Emperor Nintoku is said to be the largest of its kind in the world. There are 47 tombs in the Mozu burial mound group located within a 4km square site.• 5 min. on foot from JR Mozu station.

堺Sakai

Kansai is Japan’s tourist Mecca. There are five registered World Heritage areas, in addition to countless areas of natural beauty, numerous hot springs and several national parks. Many of these areas can be reach on half day or day trips from Osaka, so why not leave your heavy baggage behind and go and enjoy the sites.

Surrounded by forests and natural beauty, the city of Kyoto has a tranquility that is conducive to a quiet stroll through its historic streets that are lined with stately buildings full of character.

A Beautiful City with aRich Heritagehttp://www.kyoto.travel/• JR Shinkansen Shin-Osaka~Kyoto (approx. 14 min.)• JR Osaka~Kyoto (approx. 30 min.)• Hankyu Umeda~Kawaramachi (approx. 45 min.) • Keihan Yodoyabashi~Sanjo Keihan (approx. 55 min.)

京都

Kyoto

In Nara boasts many beautiful locations, such as Asuka, where Buddhist culture first became established, and the expansive Nara Park. In addition, there are beautiful walkways that wind their way around the base of the mountains and places such as Hase, Murou and Yoshino, which is famous for its cherry blossoms.

The Oldest Capital in Japanhttp://narashikanko.jp/english/e_hp.html• JR Osaka~Nara (approx. 60 min.)• Kintetsu Namba~Nara (approx. 40 min.)

The Great Buddha (Daibutsu) of NaraLocated in the Todaiji temple complex, the 15m high Daibutsu weighs 250 tons, is one of the largest gold leaf-covered bronze statues of the Buddha in the world and is housed in what is reputedly the largest wooden building in the world. • 10 min. on foot from Kintetsu Nara station.

奈良

Nara

Osaka — the Hub of Japan’s Tourist Meccas

Kiyomizu TempleDating back to 778, Kiyomizu, which literally means “pure water”, takes its name from the waterfall within the temple complex. The temple is famous for the huge veranda that is supported by hundreds of pillars and juts out over the hillside to offer impressive views of the city.• Accessible from the Kiyomizu-michi stop on the City Bus Gojozaka route that leaves from JR Kyoto station.

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WakayamaPrefecture

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●Shaanai : saka dialect for “shikata ga nai” (“it can’t be helped”)(“que sera, sera” in Spanish). 30 31

Located on the shore of Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, Otsu is the capital of Shiga Prefecture, which stretches out to the southwest. To the east is the lake, while to the west lie the beautiful Mt. Hiei and Mt. Otowa. Many people visit the areas to view the “eight sights of Omi”.

Enjoy the Natural Beauty of Japan’s Largest Lakehttp://info.biwako-visitors.jp/biwakonotabi/english/menu.html• JR Osaka~Otsu (approx. 40 min.)

大津

Otsu

Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, Wakayama with its majestic coastline and towering forests has long been the destination of countless pilgrims making their rounds of the sacred sites, including Mt. Koya and the three holy Kumano mountains, which have now all been registered as World Heritage Sites.

A Treasure Trove of History, Culture and Scenic Beautyhttp://kanko.wiwi.co.jp/world/english/index.html• JR Osaka~Wakayama (approx. 60 min.)• Nankai Namba~Wakayama (approx. 70 min.)

Encompassing Areas of DiverseScenerywithin Mie, Nara andWakayama Prefectures

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山Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

A Fusion of Natural Beauty,History and Culture

Meiji Memorial Forest Mino Quasi-National ParkRenowned for its waterfall and beautiful autumn leaves, the area also features hot springs and Katsuoji temple, which dates back to the Nara Period (710~794) and is popular due to its close proximity to Osaka.• Accessible from Hankyu Mino station.

Loved by the People of Osakafrom Ancient Times

Yoshino KumanoNational ParkAnother of Kansai’s World Heritage Areas, the Yoshino Kumano National Park takes in parts of Mie, Nara and Wakayama prefectures and features scenery ranging from mountains and rivers right down to the coastline.http://www.biodic.go.jp/english/jpark/np/yosino_e.html

Ise Shima National ParkWith its many islands and the countless deep coves typical of a rias coastline, Ise Shima National Park boasts beautiful natural scenery, islands renowned for their cultivation of pearls and many historic sites, such as Ise Jingu Shrine.http://www.biodic.go.jp/english/jpark/np/isesima_e.html

The home of the famous all-female Takarazuka Revue, Takarazuka, with its hot springs, gently flowing rivers and beautiful trees developed from the Kamakura Period (1192–1333) as a spiritual site with many temples and shrines, as a lodging station on the Arima Highway connecting Arima with Osaka, and as a health resort.

An Historic City with anAll-Female Dancing Troupehttp://www.hyogo-tourism.jp/english/takarazuka/index.html• Hankyu Umeda~Takarazuka (approx. 35 min.)• JR Osaka~Takarazuka (approx. 25 min.)

宝塚

Takarazuka

Known also as “white heron castle”, probably on account of its white plastered walls, it was the first site in Japan to be registered by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage. Other sites to note include Engyoji temple, which was built on Mt. Shosha over 1,000 years ago and is one of the three most important training centers of the Tendai sect.

Beautiful Himeji Castle http://www.himeji-kanko.jp/en/index.html• JR Shinkansen Shin-Osaka~Himeji (approx. 29 min.)• JR Osaka~Himeji (approx. 60 min.)• Hankyu/Hanshin Umeda~Sanyo Himeji (approx. 90 min.)

姫路

Himeji

Mount KoyaMount Koya (Koyasan) is the center of Shingon Buddhism, a Buddhist sect that was introduced into Japan by Kobo Daishi (a.k.a. Kukai), one of the most significant personalities in Japan's religious history. A total of 117 temples are spread among and Kongobuji Temple the main temple complex, which is located in a basin 1,000m above sea level. • Accessible by cable car from Gokurakubashi station on the Nankai Koya line.

World Heritage Site Lake BiwaCovering an area of 674km2, Lake Biwa is Japan’s largest lake, accounting for 1/6 of Shiga Prefecture in terms of area and serves as the source of fresh water for the entire Keihanshin region. • 15 min. on foot from JR Otsu station.

Himeji CastleBuilt 400 years ago, Himeji Castle is representative of Japan and in addition to being registered as a World Heritage Site, eight buildings within the complex have been designated national treasures (for example the main tower and the small eastern tower) while 74 have been designated important cultural assets.• 15 min. on foot from JR or Sanyo Himeji stations or 5 min. by bus to Himejijo Otemonmae.

World Heritage Site Takarazuka RevueIchizo Kobayashi, the founder of Hankyu Railway was the inspiration behind the creation of the Takarazuka Revue, where the all-female cast also plays the roles of men. • 5 min. on foot from Hankyu or JR Takarazuka stations.

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Exploring CulturalBackgrounds

Revealing the Origin of Instant Noodles

Matsushita Electric House of HistoryThis museum was opened in 1968 as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (Panasonic). In addition to learning about Konosuke Matsushita’s management philosophy, visitors can view a range of historic and innovative Panasonic products.蘂06-6909-0106 http://panasonic.net/history/house_of_history/• Accessible from Keihan Nishisanso station.

A Museum Revealing the PioneeringSpirit of Konosuke Matsushita

National Museum ofEthnology (MINPAKU)The National Museum of Ethnology is basically a research institute with a museum. Over the years, in its efforts to investigate and facilitate the understanding of people with different cultural backgrounds, the museum has acquired an extensive collection of more than 250,000 artifacts and electronic, audio-visual and printed materials that it has now made available to the public.蘂06-6876-2151 http://www.minpaku.ac.jp/english/• Accessible from Bampaku Kinen Koen station on the Osaka Monorail.

The Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen MuseumIt is said that instant noodles have changed the eating habits of millions of people throughout the world. In this museum, in addition to learning about the history of the invention of instant noodles and their creator Momofuku Ando, visitors can make their own one-of-a-kind packages of instant noodles from scratch by making, steaming, seasoning and frying the noodles and finally placing them in their own personally designed packaging. 蘂072-752-3484 • Accessible from Hankyu Ikeda station.

Osaka’s Innovative DNA and Museumsthat Delve into Human Culture

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Minimum charge for single accommodation (including tax and service charges):★: Up to ¥7,000 ★★: Up to ¥8,000 ★★★: Up to ¥10,000 ★★★★: Up to ¥15,000 ★★★★★: From ¥15,000

Osaka is home to some of the world,s foremost hotels, as well as many reasonably priced accommodations. With approximately 45,000 rooms available throughout the city, there is something to suit every visitor

,s budget and comfort level.


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HOTEL Access to Kansai from Kansai International Airport

Senri Hankyu HotelSheraton Miyako Hotel OsakaShigisan Kanko HotelShin Osaka Sunny Stone HotelShin Osaka HotelShin-Osaka Esaka Tokyu InnShin-Osaka Station Hotel, HonkanShin-Osaka Sun Plaza HotelSunny Stone HotelSuper Hotel City Osaka Natural SpaSuperhotel Namba NipponbashiSwiss Hotel Nankai OsakaTennoji Toei HotelThe Committee for Creation of Osaka International Guest HouseThe New Otani OsakaThe Ritz-Carlton OsakaThe Westin OsakaU-Community HotelUmeda DormitoryUmeda OS HotelVia Inn Shin-OsakaViale OsakaVilla FontaineWashington Hotel PlazaWeekly Mansion Otemae HotelWel City OsakaWORK HOTEL TAKATSUKIYamanishi Welfare Memorial HallYamatoya Honten

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06-6941-111106-6343-700006-6440-111106-6784-3000090-5650-945806-6312-127106-6327-611106-4705-241106-6241-111006-6303-811106-6949-447106-6532-6385072-686-328806-6315-186806-6211-3587

http://www.senri-htl.co.jp/2003_e/index.html/index.htmlhttp://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/osaka/english/index.htmlhttp://www.shigisan.co.jp/en/index.htmlhttp://www.sunnystonehotel.co.jp/pc/sunny_3/index.htmlhttp://www.shinosakahotel.com/index_e.htmlhttp://www.esaka-i.tokyuhotels.co.jp/index.phphttp://www.st-hotel.jp/english/honkan.html－http://www.sunnystonehotel.co.jp/pc/index.htmlhttp://www.superhotel.co.jp/osakaspa/osakaspa.htmlhttp://www.superhotel.co.jp/s_hotels/nihonbashi/nihonbashi.htmlhttp://www.swissotel.com/osaka/http://www.toei.co.jp/hotel/tennouji/

http://www.11.ocn.ne.jp/̃otomari/

http://www.osaka.newotani.co.jp/english/http://www.ritz-carlton.co.jp/http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1061&language=en_UShttp://www.u-community.co.jp/index.htmlhttp://www.ne.jp/asahi/umeda/dormitory/index.htmlhttp://www.oshotel.com/e/index.htmlhttp://shinosaka.viainn.com/http://www.viale-osaka.com/http://www.hvf.jp/eng/http://shinosaka.wh-at.com/index.htmlhttp://www.wmt-osaka.jp/otemae/index.htmlhttp://kapara.jp/hotel5.htmlhttp://www.workhotel.jp/english/index.htmhttp://www.hirakataryoiku-med.or.jp/kaikan_top.htmlhttp://www.yamatoyahonten.co.jp/bilingual/english/indexeng.html

■Major Limousine Bus Routes （As of November 1, 2007.）

■Railways (JR West/Nankai)

JR West and Nankai Railway both have stations at Kansai International Airport that can be accessed from the 2nd floor of the airport terminal building.

￥1,80085min.

JR Nara Stn.

￥88045min.

Namba(OCAT)

￥1,30050min.

Kintetsu Uehommachi

Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka

￥4,000165min.

Tokushima￥5,000215min.

Takamatsu Stn.

￥1,30060min.

Tenpozan(Kaiyukan)

￥1,30075min.

Universal Studios Japan

Hotarugaike Stn.

Shin-Umeda City(The Westin Osaka)

￥1,300

from Hotel New Hankyu50min.

Osaka Stn.Hotel New HankyuHerbis OsakaHilton Osaka

OBP(The New Otani Osaka)

Shinsaibashi(Hotel Nikko Osaka)

(Cross Hotel Osaka)

Kintetsu Nara Stn.

(Nara Hotel)

Rokko Island(Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel)

Amagasaki

SakurajimaKyobashi

Nishikujyo

Nanko Ferry Terminal

DOjima (ANA Hotel Osaka)

Tenri Ichinomoto

Chayamachi(Hotel Hankyu INT)

Subway Nakatsu(Ramada Osaka)

Universal City Walk Osaka(Hotel Kintetsu Universal City)

Universal City Stn.West(Hotel Nikko Bayside Osaka)

Hanshin Expressway Ikeda Line

Nishi Meihan Expressway

Kinki E

xpressway

Hanshin E

xpressway

Wangan Line

Sakai Semboku Toll Road

Hanshin Expressw

ay Wangan Line

Daini S

hinmei E

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Kobe-A

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aruto Expressw

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Meishin Expressway

JR Kobe Line

Nankai Rapi:t

JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service

Airport Express Haruka

KansaiInternational Airport

￥1,00040min.

JR Wakayama

Kansai-Airport

Osaka

￥1,160

Shin-Osaka

￥2,470

Tennoji

￥1,760

Namba

￥1,390

Kyoto

￥2,980

Wakayama

￥860

Airport Express Haruka (Transfer at Shin-Osaka)Approx. 80min. on New Rapid Service

Sannomiya

￥2,810

To Takarazuka

To Himeji

To Nagoya

To Shingu

Nara

￥2,390

￥1,70080min.

Osaka Airport

￥1,800Nonstop 65min.

Kobe Sannomiya

￥3,000130min.+

Himeji Stn.

Nishi Umeda(The Ritz-Carlton Osaka )

￥2,300

Kyoto Stn.

110min.

Takamatsu Expressway

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P.36 S-1P.36 S-1－

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P.21 K-4P.21 K-4P.25 O-3

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P.13 C-2P.16 D-4P.16 D-2－

P.16 D-1P.17 F-3P.36 S-1－

P.21 K-1P.36 S-1－

P.21 J-1－

P.17 G-2P.21 L-3

• The Airport Express Haruka does not stop at JR Osaka station. • Fares and the times are indicative only. (Transit time of 5 min. 　　　included where applicable.)• The fare shown for the Airport Express Haruka is for an unreserved 　　　seat.

JR Osaka Loop Line

Wakayamashi

￥840

Universal-city

￥2,310Airport Express Haruka (Transfer at Nishi-Kujo)

Approx. 55min. on the JR Yumesaki Line

Airport Express HarukaApprox. 50min.

Rapid Service on the Kanku LineApprox. 65min.

Airport Express Haruka Approx. 75min.

Airport Express Rapi:tApprox. 35min.

Airport Express Haruka Approx. 35min.

Airport Express Haruka(Transfer at Tennoji St.)Approx. 70min. on the Yamatoji Rapid

Express (Transfer at Izumisano)Approx. 40min. on a Limited Express

Kanku Rapid Service(Transfer at Hineno)Approx. 40min.

Tel :Please contact the hotels directly for more information.


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JR Osaka Station ‒ the Gateway to Kansai

Kansai International Airport ‒ Busy 24-Hours a Day.

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way M

idosuji Line

Osaka Visitors' Info Center, Shin-Osaka大阪市ビジターズインフォメーションセンター・新大阪

Osaka Visitors' Info Center, Shin-Osaka大阪市ビジターズインフォメーションセンター・新大阪

HIGASHIYODOGAWA-

WARD東淀川区

YODOGAWA-WARD淀川区

JR Sanyo-Shinkansen Line

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新御堂筋

Yodogawa-dori St.

淀川通

H. LaforetShin-Osaka

Chisan H. Shin-Osaka

Shin-OsakaSunny Stone H.

Hankyu Kyoto Line

Shin-Osaka H.

Shin-Osaka Washington H. Plaza

New Osaka H.

Dormy-inn Shin-OsakaSen-i City

Mielparque Osaka

Shin-Osaka Sunplaza H.

Mielparque Hallメルパルクホール

H. Claiton Shin-Osaka

Shin-Osaka Station H.

Shin-Osaka Youth Hostel

H. Shin-Osaka

Via Inn Shin-Osaka

Osaka Corona H.

　　JR Tokaido-Shinkansen Line

Osaka Water Museum水道記念館

H. Oaks Shin-Osaka

H. Consort

KOKO Plaza

　　

JR K

yoto Line

200m

JR Shin-Osaka Sta.JR新大阪駅

Shin-Osaka Sta.新大阪駅

Higashimikuni-Sta.東三国駅

Nishinakajima-Minamigata Sta.

西中島南方駅

Higashi-Yodogawa Sta.

JR東淀川駅

Minamikata Sta.南方駅

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