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Osaka Travel Special

Special feature: "Spending time in Osaka" Travel Special

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    Ikoma Building

    Other areas in Osaka City

    A registered tangible cultural property towering over a street corner
    It features intricate designs such as a bay window with a pendulum motif and eagle sculptures installed in various places.

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    Cotton Industry Hall

    Osaka City Art

    A masterpiece of modern Japanese art and architecture
    It was built as a symbol of Osaka's prosperity from the Taisho era to the early Showa era, when it became the world's number one exporter of cotton products.

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    Tekijuku

    Osaka City History / culture

    The famous Fukuzawa Yukichi was also a student at the school.
    This private school was headed by Ogata Koan, a Dutch scholar and doctor, and the building is a designated national important cultural property.

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    Sankyuhashisuji

    Osaka City History / culture

    A road lined with 55 gas lamps
    A street that runs north-south between Midosuji and Sakaisuji. A walking path with retro streetscapes and gas lamps.

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    Bank of Japan, Osaka Branch

    Osaka City History / culture

    This Western-style building was modeled after the National Bank of Belgium and other buildings. Even now, more than 100 years later, it still exudes dignity along Midosuji. By making a reservation, you can tour the interior of the old building and the sales office in the new building.

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    Fujita Museum of Art

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    Admire the beauty of Eastern art
    This art museum has a collection of approximately 2,000 precious works, including nine national treasures such as the Yohen Tenmoku tea bowl and the painting of Xuanzang, and 53 important cultural properties.

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    Fujita Museum of Art Special Exhibition "Wataru - Coveted Imported Goods"

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    The Fujita Museum regularly hosts three different exhibitions, one of which is "Wataru - Coveted Imported Goods," which runs from April to June and will feature the National Treasure "Yohen Tenmoku Tea Bowl."
    The national treasure "Yohen Tenmoku Tea Bowl" on display is one of only three bowls in existence in the world, made during the Southern Song Dynasty in China.

    Photo: Yohen Tenmoku tea bowl (National Treasure)

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    Sanno Museum of Art

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    A wide range of paintings from Western to Japanese
    This museum houses exquisite artworks collected over half a century by the founder of Hotel Monterey.

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    Ikutama Shrine

    Osaka City History / culture

    It was originally located near the current Osaka Castle, but was moved to its current location when Toyotomi Hideyoshi built Osaka Castle. The main hall, which was rebuilt after the war, still retains the appearance of the "Ikukunitama-zukuri" style, which is rare nationwide.

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    Otsuki Noh Theatre

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    Experience the charm of traditional performing arts
    Enjoy the rare experience of standing on a Noh stage that was built in 1935 and is registered as a national tangible cultural property.

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    Otsuki Noh Theatre Special Noh Experience Program

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    Otsuki Noh Theatre was built in 1935 as the first Noh theatre with seating in Japan. Its Noh stage was registered as a "Registered Tangible Cultural Property (Structure)" in 2014. In addition to Noh performances, Otsuki Noh Theatre offers a variety of programs that allow you to experience Noh. You can enjoy a Noh performance on the stage, including a tour of the theatre including a Noh performer's explanation of Noh.

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    Otsuki Noh Theatre Noh Educational Program

    Osaka CityArtHistory and History / culture

    Otsuki Noh Theatre was built in 1935 as the first Noh theatre with seating in Japan. Its Noh stage was registered as a "Registered Tangible Cultural Property (Structure)" in 2014. In addition to Noh performances, Otsuki Noh Theatre offers a variety of programs for you to experience Noh. You can experience a Noh performance explanation by a Noh actor and a tour of the theatre, including backstage.

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