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Osaka Travel Special

Special feature: "Spending time in Osaka" Travel Special

Kawachi area: a town of history and industry

大阪の東部に位置する河内エリア。古代からの歴史や文化が受け継がれており、モノづくりの町として有名。

  • Experience aianplate

    Weld iron together to create your own original nameplate!

    Kawachi Manufacturing

    Experience welding, a basic manufacturing technique!
    Welder's Base (Omae Manufacturing) is a local workshop where anyone, from children to adults, can try welding. Choose your own iron lettering and create your own original nameplate! Rental space is also available.

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    Fujita Metal

    Kawachi Manufacturing

    Metalworking craftsmanship garnering global recognition
    They manufacture and sell high-quality products such as iron frying pans, and also have a showroom where you can tour the inside of the factory.

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  • Experience iiyamaomusubi

    Are you a mold enthusiast too? Make connections by making rice balls at an automotive press mold manufacturing factory.

    Kawachi Manufacturing

    A rare experience at a manufacturing site
    The company offers an experience of making rice balls using a rice ball mold inspired by Mt. Imori, which was developed using the same technology used in automotive press dies, as well as lunch in the company cafeteria and a tour of the Kanagata factory.

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    Lights up without batteries! Make a printed circuit board that lights up when you touch the ticket gate

    Hokusetsu Manufacturing

    Enjoyable even if you have no experience with electronics
    Place the completed circuit board on top of your IC card and touch the ticket gate to make the LED light up! Make your own original item that can also be used as a key chain or bag tag.

  • Experience monozukuripabiron

    Machipabi OSAKA

    Kawachi Manufacturing

    Osaka is home to many companies that continue to produce attractive products using their superior technological capabilities. Machipavi OSAKA is the place to search for companies where you can tour the manufacturing sites. Search for factories and showrooms that interest you on the website and experience the excitement of manufacturing that is unique to Osaka.

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    Osaka Prefectural Forest Hoshida Park Star Swing

    Kawachi Nature Activities

    A thrilling ride in the air on the Star Swing
    The symbol of the starry village, the land of the Tanabata legend. Take a thrilling walk through the air with the starry forest below you.

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    Hirakata Park

    Kawachi Entertainment

    Japan's oldest amusement park, beloved since the Taisho era
    It is the oldest continuously operating amusement park in Japan, and offers a wide variety of fun activities, including over 35 different attractions, an aquarium, and a summer pool.

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    Nozaki Kannon Jigenji Temple

    Kawachi History / culture

    Find peace of mind in a sacred place of flowers and prayers
    Since the Edo period, it has also appeared on the stage of Joruri and Kabuki plays, and became widely known throughout the country with the hit song "Nozaki Kouta" in the early Showa period.

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  • Experience nozakiminikare

    Zazen & Miniature Karesansui Experience - Here is a place where you can "gently put down the burdens you carry in your heart" as you walk through life.

    Kawachi Art History / culture

    When you want to calm your mind,
    The head priest will teach you the proper Zen meditation techniques, so even beginners can easily try it. You can also create a "mini karesansui" (dry landscape garden) that imitates the traditional Zen garden.

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    Yamano Sake Brewery Tour

    Kawachi Gourmet

    A long-established sake brewery in Katano that brews sake from the bounty of the foot of Mt. Ikoma
    This sake brewery in Katano, Osaka, has been in business since the end of the Edo period. Its sake is carefully brewed using underground water from the Ikoma Mountains and carefully selected sake rice, resulting in an excellent balance of aroma and flavor.
    In addition to an explanation about the sake produced at this historic sake brewery, which has been passed down through generations since the end of the Edo period, you will also receive a tour of the brewery and a brief tasting. A souvenir of sake is also included.

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    Daimon Sake Brewery Dining "Mukunetei"

    Kawachi Gourmet

    Exploring a new world of flavors suited to the times
    Founded in 1826, the company has refined traditional techniques using high-quality rice and pure water, and continues to brew sake rooted in townspeople culture. The company's sake brewing harmonizes with Japanese cuisine as well as cuisine from around the world, and has developed brands such as Daimon and Rikyuume.

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    Ishikiri Tsurugiya Shrine

    Kawachi History / culture

    Opening up the hope of recovery from illness
    This ancient shrine has long been worshipped as the "God of Denbo" and is affectionately known as "Ishikiri-san." In 2025, four parts of the shrine, including the main hall, were registered as national tangible cultural properties (buildings).

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