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Formerly known as Naniwa, the modern day site of Osaka was once Japan's capital city. This metropolis saw rapid industrialization in the late 1800s, but many of its historical architecture and traditions can still be found in and around the city today, making it the ideal destination for ancient history buffs.
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Onsen, Japanese for “hot spring,” is one of the oldest-recorded Osakan rituals. The purifying experience originates from Shintoism, an indigenous Japanese religion, and is believed to provide many health benefits, like joint alignment or strained muscle relief. Today, the city has many options for onsen that range from more traditional experiences to modernized takes on this ancient practice.
Bunraku ranks among Japan's greatest theatrical traditions, alongside Noh and Kabuki. It dates back to 17th century Osaka and features large handcrafted puppets that require three expert handlers who are visible, but dressed in all black. The National Theater in Osaka is one of few places to see traditional performances and historical displays of rare artifacts.
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Sumiyoshi Taisha is one of Japan’s oldest shrines, founded in the third century, and head shrine of more than 2,000 Sumiyoshi shrines in the country. It uses a unique architecture style known as Sumiyoshi-zukuri, characterized by the straight lines on its roofs, rather than the typical curved style.
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Just north of the city center, this tranquil waterfall has been used as a meditation site since about 592 AD. People flock here because it's known as one of the best spots in the Kansai Region to see the country's autumn foliage. The waterfall and surrounding park are perfect places to hit pause, be present, and appreciate your travels.
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This street is considered the first shotengai, or "covered market," in Osaka. At 2.6km, it's also the longest shopping street in the entire country, spanning the approximate length of 23 American football fields. When you go, make a pit stop to see Osaka Temmagu, a shrine just off the street that typically hosts Tenjin Matsuri, Osaka’s largest summer festival.
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Osaka is famous for these ball-shaped street snacks. Each tiny morsel is filled with minced or diced octopus, tempura scraps, pickled ginger, and green onion. Half the fun is seeing how they’re made, as they're heated inside a custom pan with individual dome-shaped impressions and flipped with two wooden sticks to create a perfectly cooked sphere.
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While the exact origin of sake predates recorded history, this fermented rice beverage has become synonymous with Japanese culture — in fact, it's the country's national drink. You can enjoy sake at a distillery to learn more about the brewing process, or if you're looking for something more casual, head to a local izakaya, similar to a pub or tavern.
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Gaming and e-sports are a large part of Japanese culture, but manual games like shogi were played long before modern video games. This two-person tabletop game is similar to Western or Chinese chess, but famously more difficult. Try your hand at this game at home to flex your strategic skills.
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