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OSAKA
Since Japan's first capital was established in Osaka in the
seventh century, Osaka has been the consistent leader in
Japanese culture. The Japanese traditional arts of the tea
ceremony and flower arrangement, and the world-famous
performing arts of Bunraku, Kabuki, and Noh originated and
were cultivated in Osaka.
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As
the city has been blessed with an abundance of products from
the sea and the mountains since olden times, Osaka has become
popular as a gourmet's paradise. The tastes of sushi,
globefish, eel, udon (noodles) and the like are extensive and
presented in original cooking styles. The city's many bridges
and the river cruises that operate on its waterways supports
Osaka's position as the ancient "water capital". The
city also boasts
a number of attractions and recreational facilities.
Particularly popular is the waterfront area which includes
Tenpozan Harbor Village, the Kaiyukan Aquarium, and O's (nside
the ATC complex). Other notable attractions include ORC 200,
Tsurumi Hana Port Blossom, Rinku Papara, and the Expo '70
Commemoration Park. Maishima Sports Island offers a place on
the city's outskirts where you can enjoy outdoor sports.
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