Osaka is the second largest city in Japan, it is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. Mountains surround three sides of the prefecture and the west faces the arc-shaped Osaka Bay. Since it is close to former capitals of Japan Kyoto and Nara, it prospered as an important point for land and water transportation as well as a commercial city.
Osaka Castle, Osaka's best known sight. The castle is open to the public, and is easily accessible from Osakajokoen Station on the JR West Osaka Loop Line. It is a popular spot during festival seasons, and especially during the cherry blossom bloom (hanami), when the sprawling castle grounds are covered with food vendors and taiko drummers. The large indoor arena Osaka-jo Hall is also located within the grounds of the castle park.
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Osaka is the second largest city in Japan, it is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. Mountains surround three sides of the prefecture and the west faces the arc-shaped Osaka Bay. Since it is close to former capitals of Japan Kyoto and Nara, it prospered as an important point for land and water transportation as well as a commercial city.
