Interesting+Facts+About+Osaka


 * Osaka is Japan's srcond largest city.
 * Osaka translates to "large hill" or "large slope".
 * It is in the Kansai Region.
 * Osaka is the thirteenth largest city in the world.
 * Almost all of Osaka's historical monuments were destroyed in World War II bombing raids.
 * Osaka has many different types of stores.
 * It served as capital many times due to its status as a popular port with lots of trade opportunities.
 * It has a population of about 10.5 million people.
 * Unlike Tokyo, Osaka does not have a flashy economy, it has more of earthy, friendly feeling to it.
 * Osaka is home to the first Universal Studios outside of the United States.
 * It's known as the birthplace of Kabuki and Bunraku theatrics.
 * During World War II, many of their buildings and tourist attractions were destroyed and rebuilt after the war.
 * The National Bunraku Theater of Japan provides English translations through headphones.
 * Symphony Hall and Izumi Hall are the largest music halls in Osaka, providing classical and pop music events quite often.
 * Koshein stadium is where their beloved baseball team plays.
 * Restaurants and shopping malls are very popular here. But most shopping consists of bargaining down the price.