Osaka is a major designated city in the Kansai region of Japan, serving as the capital of Osaka Prefecture on the island of Honshu. It is part of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto metropolitan area and has been a centre of commerce, industry and culture for centuries. Affordable, lively and accessible, Osaka is sometimes called "Japan's kitchen" because of its famed culinary scene, from street food to fine dining. Historically a port and hub of rice trade, the city has modernised into a leading economic and financial centre, home to multinational corporations and major universities. Visitors will find historic landmarks such as Osaka Castle and ancient temples alongside neon-lit entertainment districts and bustling shopping streets.
Location: Osaka Prefecture / Kansai region, Japan
Coordinates: 34.69, 135.5
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