About Osaka

Lively and bustling, Osaka has a population in constant motion. People hurry through the streets, speak rapidly in expressive conversations, and have intense civic pride. The city rivals Tokyo—as the locals will attest— in nightlife and entertainment, but with a more casual attitude. Osaka has the ultramodern lifestyle you want to experience in Japan, but without the intensity of a megacity. People are friendly and welcoming to international visitors, and they readily share their passions for shopping, sports, and inventive cuisine.