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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 155 attractions in Osaka

See the wide range of habitats that make up the Pacific Rim on a tour of this fascinating aquarium, which takes you from one environment to another and lets you feel as though you’re underwater.

Attraction type: Aquarium
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 155 attractions in Osaka

The heart of Osaka nightlife, this area is filled with theaters, restaurants, cafes, bars, arcades and nightclubs.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 155 attractions in Osaka

This extremely popular theme park is equivalent to the Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando, and features shows, rides and restaurants based on famous movie themes, like Jaws, Back to the Future and Terminator.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Museum; Transportation museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 155 attractions in Osaka

Magic Building which you enter from the street at level three. The Sky garden is off to the south on a low rise southern block which you look down onto. It represents the lanscape and rural features...

Attraction type: Architectural building; Observation deck/tower; Landmark/point of interest; Other; Tourist/visitor center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 155 attractions in Osaka

Went there expecting to see the original castle.... it has been completely rebuilt and modernized inside... The films are worthwhile... as are the artifacts.... If in a time crunch skip this site.

Attraction type: Castle
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Observation deck/tower
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 155 attractions in Osaka

The oldest temple in Japan, built over 1,400 years ago, this temple is famous for its symmetrical design and even has an architectural arrangement named after it,”Shitenno-ji-style temple layout.”

Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Playground; Wildlife park; Zoo
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Mall
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Public transportation system
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Park; National park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Lookout
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 155 attractions in Osaka

One of the few places where bunraku, traditional Japanese pupper theater, can be enjoyed, this theater combines the latest in theater technology with architectural elements from the Edo period in Japan.

Attraction type: Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Bridge; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 155 attractions in Osaka
Attraction type: Other; Landmark/point of interest
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