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- Country: Japan
- Mayor: Kunio HiramatsuOfficial Site: Mayor's Profile
- Language spoken: Japanese
- City population: 8,830,059 (Feb. 2008)IBO: Economic Indicators of Osaka
- Currency: Japanese Yen
- Country code: +81Time and Date: Osaka, Japan
- Area code: +6Time and Date: Osaka, Japan
- Time zone: JST (GMT/UTC + 09:00)Time and Date: Tokyo, Japan
- Airport code: KIX
- Climate: 4 seasonsLonely Planet: Osaka: When To Go
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- Autumn
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Osaka is the third largest city of Japan after Tokyo and Yokohama. It is located in the Kansai region and is the country's commercial capital. Osaka is known for its hub of prime companies, shopping districts, excellent food outlets and spectacular night life.TripAdvisor: Osaka, Japan Overview
History
Osaka used to be known as Naniwa.Japan-Guide.com: Osaka Travel Guide It became the seat of political and cultural civilization when China introduced their culture in the 5th century. Tokyo (then named Edo) took over its political power in the 17th century. After experiencing an economic decline in the 19th century, they were able to succeed and now withhold an excellent leadership in the country's trade and industryOsaka Prefectural Government: History of OsakaMahalo Suggests
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Osaka Questions
What is the most convenient and cost effective way to travel from Tokyo to Osaka with luggage? 1 AnswerThe train is the best way for you to make this trip (as opposed to bus or car). This link will give you a brief overview (including costs): http://wikitravel.o... read more
What do you think about young Japanese dispatched to farm and fish industries? 1 AnswerYes, this is a good idea. In the past, farming and fishing have been associated with the idea that these industries represent a Japan that was not new and inno... read more -



