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After packing, we checked out of our Airbnb apartment and left our luggage at Yamato luggage storage at Namba OCAT bus terminal. Our plan was to visit the\u0026nbsp;Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, which is one of the most spectacular and well-known aquariums in Japan before taking the airport limousine bus to Itami Airport.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOur return flight required us to transit at Narita International Airport in Tokyo. Our flight to Tokyo will depart from Itami Airport at 8.00 am. Since we have a very early flight to catch the next day, we decided to stay at \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2017\/07\/japan-2016-osaka-osaka-air-terminal.html\"\u003EOsaka Air Terminal Hotel\u003C\/a\u003E at Itami Airport for the night.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yAqkHWF53ps\/XhrQdfMP25I\/AAAAAAAAj9A\/yhh8sy7oSYghND4XD7diMTLyf9C0iUO6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_085909.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yAqkHWF53ps\/XhrQdfMP25I\/AAAAAAAAj9A\/yhh8sy7oSYghND4XD7diMTLyf9C0iUO6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_085909.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter leaving our luggage at the Yamato luggage storage counter, we bought our ticket for airport limousine bus to Itami Airport before heading to\u0026nbsp;Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. It costs 640 Yen per adult. The bus ticket can be used at any time on the day you bought it. You may want to check out the bus schedule above to plan your time. But please note that the luggage storage counter close at 6 pm. You will need to come back before 6 pm to collect your luggage.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UCtl3e2iO7o\/XhBWVKlNCxI\/AAAAAAAAj2o\/BDrr0MuAs-E_LeatwI_sf7jMbkX8XqwKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_094012.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UCtl3e2iO7o\/XhBWVKlNCxI\/AAAAAAAAj2o\/BDrr0MuAs-E_LeatwI_sf7jMbkX8XqwKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_094012.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe closest station to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is Osakako Station on the Chuo subway Line. From Osaka-Namba, we took the Hanshin Namba Line to Kujo (Osaka) Station. Then we transferred to the Chuo Line to Osakako Station. The entire journey takes about 19 minutes and costs 440 Yen.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nHowever, the cheaper way is to take the OsakaMetro Sennichimae Line from Namba (Subway) Station to Awaza Station and transfer to the Chuo Line to Osakako Station. It will take 26 minutes and costs 280 Yen.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kvX6nikcqkU\/Xhq4_0b_LxI\/AAAAAAAAj5w\/al1Y8fTDZV8XINl2q5jrzjf_zH-k0eOMQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_140941.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kvX6nikcqkU\/Xhq4_0b_LxI\/AAAAAAAAj5w\/al1Y8fTDZV8XINl2q5jrzjf_zH-k0eOMQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_140941.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R8TkyO09H5I\/XhBXDDO0QFI\/AAAAAAAAj2w\/ROXDzhlAxFo1XErsognRlQ-sLgDEAimeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0723.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R8TkyO09H5I\/XhBXDDO0QFI\/AAAAAAAAj2w\/ROXDzhlAxFo1XErsognRlQ-sLgDEAimeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0723.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nFrom Osakako Station, it is a five minutes walk to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, which is located inside Tempozan Harbor Village, an entertainment and shopping complex comprising of a mall, a ferris wheel, a Lego Discovery Center and an aquarium.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-X3I7-0OlZ2o\/Xhq8g_2IAWI\/AAAAAAAAj6I\/XJEX97x0F7klwyJSH2m1IIsTCN4kIaOHACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0727.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-X3I7-0OlZ2o\/Xhq8g_2IAWI\/AAAAAAAAj6I\/XJEX97x0F7klwyJSH2m1IIsTCN4kIaOHACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0727.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7DWLqiwu8Ss\/XgcS8JzPDhI\/AAAAAAAAjwQ\/zatnTxuGepMVOZtHxB9n6ms9xkwvLKQkwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_110325%25280%2529_mh1554372113650.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"958\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7DWLqiwu8Ss\/XgcS8JzPDhI\/AAAAAAAAjwQ\/zatnTxuGepMVOZtHxB9n6ms9xkwvLKQkwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_110325%25280%2529_mh1554372113650.jpg\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou will know that you have arrived at the Tempozan Harbor Village when you see a beautiful life-sized giraffe made with legos.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZbY1sSbeo3I\/Xhq7nmBLsOI\/AAAAAAAAj6A\/dq2-1pu-jdYpSfNWdGgmEYkPbsY8QidxACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0730.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZbY1sSbeo3I\/Xhq7nmBLsOI\/AAAAAAAAj6A\/dq2-1pu-jdYpSfNWdGgmEYkPbsY8QidxACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0730.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2CwW5r8pwKw\/Xhq7GbupplI\/AAAAAAAAj54\/v2tlXKBPvsgQOr-UP8XZ4o-Q_ktXnZ1KQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0735.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2CwW5r8pwKw\/Xhq7GbupplI\/AAAAAAAAj54\/v2tlXKBPvsgQOr-UP8XZ4o-Q_ktXnZ1KQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0735.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nAs you walked further in, you will find Tempozan Marketplace, a large mall with plenty of unique shops, fashionable restaurants and a casual food court.\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8mJahS7vYDo\/XhBUsv5ftgI\/AAAAAAAAj2U\/w4KvHNneIKAdMly3JD7pKbjiGyJKnrZuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0743.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8mJahS7vYDo\/XhBUsv5ftgI\/AAAAAAAAj2U\/w4KvHNneIKAdMly3JD7pKbjiGyJKnrZuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0743.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FtCh0fqZzGU\/XhBX-x8kl_I\/AAAAAAAAj24\/CKVKXj4t-nkp1eX4TA3DeMe0s5VvYYUggCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_101959.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FtCh0fqZzGU\/XhBX-x8kl_I\/AAAAAAAAj24\/CKVKXj4t-nkp1eX4TA3DeMe0s5VvYYUggCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_101959.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E600 Yen each\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe have our breakfast at Menya Kuramasa, a restaurant specializing in ramen. The price is pretty cheap but delicious. We had soy sauce flavored ramen which comes with two slices of Chashu, dried seaweed and bamboo shoots and scallions.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B0wRlQN4VnI\/XgcT2z3I39I\/AAAAAAAAjwg\/fjFJQJVOQ7IJcbKEyYQs_oNLBNHsu65IQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_113930%25280%2529_mh1554373202226.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B0wRlQN4VnI\/XgcT2z3I39I\/AAAAAAAAjwg\/fjFJQJVOQ7IJcbKEyYQs_oNLBNHsu65IQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_113930%25280%2529_mh1554373202226.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B-1hJ9y6mck\/XgcTc4erAwI\/AAAAAAAAjwY\/C-Ft9MlH_NsnWTBGmBC4vrGo-z79hMhRACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_125943_mh1554279833299.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B-1hJ9y6mck\/XgcTc4erAwI\/AAAAAAAAjwY\/C-Ft9MlH_NsnWTBGmBC4vrGo-z79hMhRACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_125943_mh1554279833299.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNext to the\u0026nbsp;Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, you will find a giant ferris wheel. Standing at 112.5 tall and 100 m in diameter, it is one of the largest ferris wheels in the world. It has 60 glass-walled gondolas and takes about 15 minutes to complete a ride. A ride on the ferris wheel will give you a panoramic view over Osaka Bay.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-y4mTa6_4SFM\/XgcRIwztxvI\/AAAAAAAAjv0\/QoY3By2_Cq4vcoFVlr-RnXrYBb3-oeQ8ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0749.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-y4mTa6_4SFM\/XgcRIwztxvI\/AAAAAAAAjv0\/QoY3By2_Cq4vcoFVlr-RnXrYBb3-oeQ8ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0749.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kny0Rw04V3c\/XgcVUcJxOHI\/AAAAAAAAjw0\/g2DmrCpq4lcCOTdzxZuCRywcemKauAd4ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_140424_mh1554380169574.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kny0Rw04V3c\/XgcVUcJxOHI\/AAAAAAAAjw0\/g2DmrCpq4lcCOTdzxZuCRywcemKauAd4ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_140424_mh1554380169574.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JDCipPO5EWY\/XgcV56eLDbI\/AAAAAAAAjxI\/1eTva05FGR4gWU7goZjAsHjM6CNnp_IXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_140501_mh1554380297471.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JDCipPO5EWY\/XgcV56eLDbI\/AAAAAAAAjxI\/1eTva05FGR4gWU7goZjAsHjM6CNnp_IXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_140501_mh1554380297471.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLocated close by Osaka Bay, the\u0026nbsp;Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is one of the largest aquariums in the world, featuring over 30,000 marine life and 620 species.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zAJUwYWbCh8\/XgcSDpeABEI\/AAAAAAAAjwE\/TC8KP7WhQB0Q1QiavTdLI5dY7mejpMnGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_103820.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zAJUwYWbCh8\/XgcSDpeABEI\/AAAAAAAAjwE\/TC8KP7WhQB0Q1QiavTdLI5dY7mejpMnGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_103820.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe normal operating hour is 10.00 am to 8.00 pm but may vary by season. Please check out the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kaiyukan.com\/language\/eng\/hours.html\"\u003Eopening hour on their website\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003Ebefore visiting.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"MsoTableGrid\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-padding-alt: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003E\n \u003Ctbody\u003E\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 17.15pt; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes; mso-yfti-irow: 0;\"\u003E\n  \u003Ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"background: rgb(250, 191, 143); border: 1pt solid windowtext; height: 17.15pt; mso-background-themecolor: accent6; mso-background-themetint: 153; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt; width: 478.8pt;\" width=\"638\"\u003E\u003Cdiv align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #262626; 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border-left: none; border-right: 1pt solid windowtext; border-top: none; height: 21.25pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;\" width=\"319\"\u003E\u003Cdiv align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"color: #262626; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;serif\u0026quot;; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003E600 Yen\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/td\u003E\n \u003C\/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr style=\"height: 21.25pt; mso-yfti-irow: 5; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003E\n  \u003Ctd style=\"border-top: none; border: 1pt solid windowtext; height: 21.25pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;\" width=\"319\"\u003E\u003Cdiv align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #262626; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;serif\u0026quot;; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003EChildren Under 3\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/td\u003E\n  \u003Ctd style=\"border-bottom: 1pt solid windowtext; border-left: none; border-right: 1pt solid windowtext; border-top: none; height: 21.25pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;\" width=\"319\"\u003E\u003Cdiv align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"color: #262626; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;serif\u0026quot;; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003EFREE\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/td\u003E\n \u003C\/tr\u003E\n\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe admission fee is as above. Various package ticket are available as well. Please refer to\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kaiyukan.com\/language\/eng\/ticket.html\"\u003E Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan website\u003C\/a\u003E for more details.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5gwKgI1xs0g\/Xhq9nQGm87I\/AAAAAAAAj6Q\/rITb7C6QfO0pLiB7Z0XNdyDHez_q5MCMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0759.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5gwKgI1xs0g\/Xhq9nQGm87I\/AAAAAAAAj6Q\/rITb7C6QfO0pLiB7Z0XNdyDHez_q5MCMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0759.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4MEyroISbT0\/XgcUs_YdqwI\/AAAAAAAAjws\/QgBkqFvNgIQPLmpSFfBQwT81gDQwR7OHgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/uri_mh1554379420047.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4MEyroISbT0\/XgcUs_YdqwI\/AAAAAAAAjws\/QgBkqFvNgIQPLmpSFfBQwT81gDQwR7OHgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/uri_mh1554379420047.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe aquarium has 27 different tanks in 16 main exhibit areas, each representing a specific region of the Pacific Rim, also known as the Ring of Fire area of the Pacific ocean. This is where many earthquakes and volcano eruptions occur.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe walk-through aquarium is easy to navigate around the aquarium as there is only one route\ntakes you through all the areas. You will basically start from the top at the eighth floor and gradually make your way down through the exhibits in a circular motion via a spiral ramp. This will makes you feel as though you were going deep down into the ocean.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EAqua Gate\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HB-bjAq2dKY\/XgcZ5nvWhgI\/AAAAAAAAjyA\/wU9tvIlcqKIqW_dAh4YTgNZQ7EmBu7wOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_104708.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HB-bjAq2dKY\/XgcZ5nvWhgI\/AAAAAAAAjyA\/wU9tvIlcqKIqW_dAh4YTgNZQ7EmBu7wOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_104708.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lAbGmucWHtU\/XgcYQdE3YrI\/AAAAAAAAjxo\/wPfbrUxdi_s5GgpOImRGrAGx40L0LKoEwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0763.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lAbGmucWHtU\/XgcYQdE3YrI\/AAAAAAAAjxo\/wPfbrUxdi_s5GgpOImRGrAGx40L0LKoEwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0763.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-arB8LvmdM0w\/XgcaNZ6crHI\/AAAAAAAAjyI\/CE4isfCxFoUETgaR5cTDHnrq7gxq6V6AwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_104724.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-arB8LvmdM0w\/XgcaNZ6crHI\/AAAAAAAAjyI\/CE4isfCxFoUETgaR5cTDHnrq7gxq6V6AwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_104724.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\n\n\nYou will begin your journey through the Pacific Ocean from Aqua Gate, an transparent glass tunnel where you can enjoy a spectacular walk underwater.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EJapan Forest\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kaJhyPei5UM\/XhBNfy_wRaI\/AAAAAAAAj1g\/2sQ_UjMlOVoWS6D1c49td1b_DSJDzOjSwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0773.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kaJhyPei5UM\/XhBNfy_wRaI\/AAAAAAAAj1g\/2sQ_UjMlOVoWS6D1c49td1b_DSJDzOjSwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0773.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-voHp9CKviHU\/XhBMv6QizQI\/AAAAAAAAj1Y\/PphllmKSEQYu4Z0jl8pibK00nN_LnxJuACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0775.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-voHp9CKviHU\/XhBMv6QizQI\/AAAAAAAAj1Y\/PphllmKSEQYu4Z0jl8pibK00nN_LnxJuACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0775.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XMUsD5irURI\/XhBOGtC2HdI\/AAAAAAAAj1o\/yuROMnNYUzM2SE5mnas2WoBjeRQT3hvjACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_115648.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XMUsD5irURI\/XhBOGtC2HdI\/AAAAAAAAj1o\/yuROMnNYUzM2SE5mnas2WoBjeRQT3hvjACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_115648.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPassing through the Aqua Gate, you will be greeted by lush greenery and waterfalls. Just as its name suggests, this exhibit area recreates a Japanese forest, complete with creatures that live near river such as otters, crabs, Japanese giant salamander and river fish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EAleutian Island\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mZAEYIfgqdc\/XhBQ4fnKpRI\/AAAAAAAAj2A\/fDEvgw7O5J8HrTca7JdG_t_6QEYq2Ug7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_120339.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mZAEYIfgqdc\/XhBQ4fnKpRI\/AAAAAAAAj2A\/fDEvgw7O5J8HrTca7JdG_t_6QEYq2Ug7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_120339.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TRIb0jSnzf8\/XhBPXj3lmoI\/AAAAAAAAj10\/8D7PR-yXNLwKJM7EgRDPUleP0ZS8u1pvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_120331.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TRIb0jSnzf8\/XhBPXj3lmoI\/AAAAAAAAj10\/8D7PR-yXNLwKJM7EgRDPUleP0ZS8u1pvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_120331.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNext, you will walk into the cold and harsh environment of the\u0026nbsp;Aleutian Islands, which is home to the Tufted Puffin, a medium sized Pelagic seabird.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EMonterey Bay\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Rlby61bcPcs\/XhBSVG_Y74I\/AAAAAAAAj2I\/UpX9o1xDrRcZWWDFZW0bdc9mRtW904j-wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_110819%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Rlby61bcPcs\/XhBSVG_Y74I\/AAAAAAAAj2I\/UpX9o1xDrRcZWWDFZW0bdc9mRtW904j-wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_110819%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XxXkWK8WR7o\/XhBLaiZFwNI\/AAAAAAAAj1I\/7Wgbo7ApXjMaUXxUBoJktDApSw0S3ukbgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_114002.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XxXkWK8WR7o\/XhBLaiZFwNI\/AAAAAAAAj1I\/7Wgbo7ApXjMaUXxUBoJktDApSw0S3ukbgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_114002.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IAM2kmGr-0s\/XhBY9HODB4I\/AAAAAAAAj3A\/3kYN9svY_bQNvxoxYhzu4hc_b_N4scJIQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0850.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IAM2kmGr-0s\/XhBY9HODB4I\/AAAAAAAAj3A\/3kYN9svY_bQNvxoxYhzu4hc_b_N4scJIQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0850.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nArriving at the cliff of California's coastline, you will get the chance to observe Largha Seals and California Sea Lions on both land and sea. Spanning from the 7th floor to 5th floor, the\u0026nbsp;Monterey Bay tank is long so the animals can swim freely up and down. And they certainly can swim really fast!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EEcuadorian Rainforest Area\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oeC0uEMRTOA\/XgcceeOnvRI\/AAAAAAAAjyU\/SZP3nOrR01ga5nCN9Hjlag9RsGH1a0sXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0813.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oeC0uEMRTOA\/XgcceeOnvRI\/AAAAAAAAjyU\/SZP3nOrR01ga5nCN9Hjlag9RsGH1a0sXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0813.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JpHCnetTeJ0\/XhBMHmLmnrI\/AAAAAAAAj1Q\/K-_UIXrIdt0xJU0Pg12nShwHCCrbOfg5wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0808.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JpHCnetTeJ0\/XhBMHmLmnrI\/AAAAAAAAj1Q\/K-_UIXrIdt0xJU0Pg12nShwHCCrbOfg5wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0808.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EThe Ecuadorian Rainforest Area is a South America tropical rain forest located directly on the equator. Here you will find the Capybara, the largest living rodent in the world, Iguana and a variety of Amazon river fish like the Arapaima and Red Piranha. We did not managed to take a closer look at the Capybara but from afar, it looks like a guinea pig. So adorable!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EGulf of Panama\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-J7bIsWjthtw\/XgcX488DbYI\/AAAAAAAAjxg\/1AQjSA3DNUksq7DFktkxOVlL_BOapBZdwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0799.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-J7bIsWjthtw\/XgcX488DbYI\/AAAAAAAAjxg\/1AQjSA3DNUksq7DFktkxOVlL_BOapBZdwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0799.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-181V1s56Ras\/XgcY4yLONBI\/AAAAAAAAjx4\/FtHDTNLqQZU9PEmo7EVE8kxjuRxKkUi2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_111120.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-181V1s56Ras\/XgcY4yLONBI\/AAAAAAAAjx4\/FtHDTNLqQZU9PEmo7EVE8kxjuRxKkUi2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_111120.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe disappearing rainforest of Panama is home to Ring tailed Coati, long spine Porcupine fish and Bigeyed Solderfish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EAntarctica\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7qk6s4zjFqk\/XgcVjPFqtUI\/AAAAAAAAjw4\/HQeuhyNqOpI-GxiTJb8U-r2aXR8rnbnUACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_122301_mh1554379633707.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7qk6s4zjFqk\/XgcVjPFqtUI\/AAAAAAAAjw4\/HQeuhyNqOpI-GxiTJb8U-r2aXR8rnbnUACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_122301_mh1554379633707.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mVEkkerjzIQ\/XgcdIIiBbwI\/AAAAAAAAjyc\/GHY4EJ0WfNkENJflRwDeyeypZ__vjjDFgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0821.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mVEkkerjzIQ\/XgcdIIiBbwI\/AAAAAAAAjyc\/GHY4EJ0WfNkENJflRwDeyeypZ__vjjDFgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0821.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nWaiting for you at the ice shrouded Antarctica were several different species of penguins including King penguins, Gentoo penguins and Adelie penguins. You will enjoy watching the penguins frolicking on ice before sliding into the icy ocean water for a swim.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ETasman Sea\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oAM7ELExaIM\/XhBJaFrNHzI\/AAAAAAAAj00\/c27IrRJXd1oWz4or9bp1E7IGuixgZnFqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0824.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oAM7ELExaIM\/XhBJaFrNHzI\/AAAAAAAAj00\/c27IrRJXd1oWz4or9bp1E7IGuixgZnFqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0824.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BfJ7CGNgXu4\/XhBJ1HWLmFI\/AAAAAAAAj08\/JLLKGivV4fMTJTo_IGaNqP_Bl7SkDs-PwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0826.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BfJ7CGNgXu4\/XhBJ1HWLmFI\/AAAAAAAAj08\/JLLKGivV4fMTJTo_IGaNqP_Bl7SkDs-PwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0826.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q1DeCXB8hgI\/XhBaZnuOymI\/AAAAAAAAj3I\/W_gQ6UzJcT4KHOxwhF2IZFiKCdoi8JvEQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0884.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q1DeCXB8hgI\/XhBaZnuOymI\/AAAAAAAAj3I\/W_gQ6UzJcT4KHOxwhF2IZFiKCdoi8JvEQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0884.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe Tasman Sea is situated between Australia and New Zealand. In this exhibit, you will get the chance to see the Pacific White Sided Dolphins swimming and playing happily in the water.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qzIMsbBNul4\/XhBVhsJiQ8I\/AAAAAAAAj2g\/b77PxbFydo0f64ly547arzQMxGdwbMf5wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_112907%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qzIMsbBNul4\/XhBVhsJiQ8I\/AAAAAAAAj2g\/b77PxbFydo0f64ly547arzQMxGdwbMf5wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_112907%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nMoving on to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and enjoy watching hundreds of vibrantly colored fish swimming among the coral reefs.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPacific Ocean\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_35uvkJoYWE\/Xgceib1CBPI\/AAAAAAAAjyo\/Iue05bzhLUQ9MAqOyPZpHHP5142N83qzgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_124439_mh1554379873120.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_35uvkJoYWE\/Xgceib1CBPI\/AAAAAAAAjyo\/Iue05bzhLUQ9MAqOyPZpHHP5142N83qzgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_124439_mh1554379873120.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-eSa4w6mmGms\/XhrNIFDAZqI\/AAAAAAAAj8c\/U2vRdtzcQkUnXF3-3hxaLp5GzKC3OeSdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0855.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-eSa4w6mmGms\/XhrNIFDAZqI\/AAAAAAAAj8c\/U2vRdtzcQkUnXF3-3hxaLp5GzKC3OeSdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0855.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PUqSWslDlJM\/XhrNuXHWC5I\/AAAAAAAAj8o\/IS_N3MPje2oRTk-982VS0x71OVP8s_O-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0856.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PUqSWslDlJM\/XhrNuXHWC5I\/AAAAAAAAj8o\/IS_N3MPje2oRTk-982VS0x71OVP8s_O-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0856.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe huge central Pacific Ocean tank is the main highlight of the aquarium. It is nine metres deep and 34 metres long, containing 5,400 tons of water. There is a spinal ramp that goes around the central Pacific Ocean tank, all the way from the 6th floor to 4th floor.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-swD33ozl-Mk\/XhrOb06wu3I\/AAAAAAAAj80\/4FFgaJbzCKkvWz-VAQDxsSQ0kWmwu1rJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0872.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-swD33ozl-Mk\/XhrOb06wu3I\/AAAAAAAAj80\/4FFgaJbzCKkvWz-VAQDxsSQ0kWmwu1rJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0872.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-krSa3VhoVVA\/XhrMvlcODuI\/AAAAAAAAj8U\/nSSESUTzNMI5RvwGPB1gawmmX9fP0tzpwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0900.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-krSa3VhoVVA\/XhrMvlcODuI\/AAAAAAAAj8U\/nSSESUTzNMI5RvwGPB1gawmmX9fP0tzpwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0900.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe Pacific Ocean tank is home to two enormous whale sharks, eagle rays, sharks and a variety of fish. In total, there are about 1,500 creatures of about 60 species in this tank. But the rare gigantic whale sharks are undoubtedly the star attraction of the Pacific Ocean tank. It is certainly amazing to watch these majestic giants slowly and gracefully move through the water!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--nLNGecye5w\/XhrMEXYjVWI\/AAAAAAAAj8M\/Iw2rWJUPo18GJtcuFuWR9Z_Med4V22TKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_121328%2B%25283%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--nLNGecye5w\/XhrMEXYjVWI\/AAAAAAAAj8M\/Iw2rWJUPo18GJtcuFuWR9Z_Med4V22TKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_121328%2B%25283%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HZFT4YVbadU\/XhrNfNB_B9I\/AAAAAAAAj8k\/tKI5keFRLPQxu37kxvqsbiKueWV7JTceQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_121209%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HZFT4YVbadU\/XhrNfNB_B9I\/AAAAAAAAj8k\/tKI5keFRLPQxu37kxvqsbiKueWV7JTceQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_121209%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nAs the tank stretch over several floors, you will be able to see the animals from various angles - from the front, below or above. You will definitely enjoy observing the marine life from different depth and perspective. It feels just like you are standing right inside the middle of the ocean, surrounded by many sea creatures.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAround the dome shaped tanks, you will also find plenty of seats where you can sit and admire the Pacific ocean.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ESeto Inland Sea\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F2G5y6R7tEI\/XgcVsIpwBrI\/AAAAAAAAjxA\/kuJ2FUl82XoywgnVcfQddk6ystBpTqhEgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_123104_mh1554379731127.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F2G5y6R7tEI\/XgcVsIpwBrI\/AAAAAAAAjxA\/kuJ2FUl82XoywgnVcfQddk6ystBpTqhEgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_123104_mh1554379731127.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe Seto Inland Sea lies between the Japanese main island of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu. It is known for its thriving agricultural industry in Japan. You will find sea creatures like octopus, spiny lobster and red seabream here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ECoast of Chile\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K1_rG7RdyLk\/XhrB0iuFAII\/AAAAAAAAj6w\/gMWf5iqyjVgcDgF_Szf_QU9D0p0rbyu3QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_115646.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K1_rG7RdyLk\/XhrB0iuFAII\/AAAAAAAAj6w\/gMWf5iqyjVgcDgF_Szf_QU9D0p0rbyu3QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_115646.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EAt the Coast of Chile, you will find an enormous\u0026nbsp;schools of sardines gathering and swimming in spinal pattern.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ECook Straits\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sWCcSFaBE8Q\/XhrEmdTZSYI\/AAAAAAAAj7A\/sdu120eCGRoERFIb2BKnvHwbNAFC8Z79wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_130503.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sWCcSFaBE8Q\/XhrEmdTZSYI\/AAAAAAAAj7A\/sdu120eCGRoERFIb2BKnvHwbNAFC8Z79wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_130503.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6jRgDQzjUP0\/XhrC2RA5otI\/AAAAAAAAj64\/LRN7OvCrz6s7cfLRgwLSs2nW8mFf5cZHwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_125505.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6jRgDQzjUP0\/XhrC2RA5otI\/AAAAAAAAj64\/LRN7OvCrz6s7cfLRgwLSs2nW8mFf5cZHwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_125505.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\nSitting between the North and South islands of New Zealand, the Cook Straits is home to the loggerhead sea turtles, porcupine fish and scarlet wrasse.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EJapan Deep\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dnL2lbLS25Q\/XhBcmkfQ9GI\/AAAAAAAAj3U\/N0EPKjPoR_IsgWa1iRarxHKDLpOAkYR7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_121132.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dnL2lbLS25Q\/XhBcmkfQ9GI\/AAAAAAAAj3U\/N0EPKjPoR_IsgWa1iRarxHKDLpOAkYR7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_121132.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nLiving at 200 - 400 metres in depth beneath the Sea of Japan, the Japanese spider crabs are the largest variety in the world. Looking at these crabs just made me feel hungry!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EJelly fish\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hx-N7Le5zh8\/XgcfCaiCpbI\/AAAAAAAAjyw\/dXh4AELChrIhQLBD-LoPkORWNrPFQu7oQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_121637.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hx-N7Le5zh8\/XgcfCaiCpbI\/AAAAAAAAjyw\/dXh4AELChrIhQLBD-LoPkORWNrPFQu7oQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_121637.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GZLbrUhOndk\/XgcfS6Zq2CI\/AAAAAAAAjy4\/LHbXb-275ggr9equC6M2hjjCR3KHXWJdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_121723.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GZLbrUhOndk\/XgcfS6Zq2CI\/AAAAAAAAjy4\/LHbXb-275ggr9equC6M2hjjCR3KHXWJdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_121723.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLeaving the Japan Deep, you will enter a room that is completely dark and primarily light up by jellyfish. Pretty amazing!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ENew Interactive Area\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0LmDpKw-yUw\/XhrFZdauh9I\/AAAAAAAAj7I\/wjun2dAmsb8VPAaGVXWXBw0_NHQXskEpgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0933.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0LmDpKw-yUw\/XhrFZdauh9I\/AAAAAAAAj7I\/wjun2dAmsb8VPAaGVXWXBw0_NHQXskEpgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0933.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xJKTbuy5ZHE\/XhrIIFRC2tI\/AAAAAAAAj7k\/bRInnPlMSloaei0MkwIqmPBewYR3NEmfQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_133208_mh1554380005096%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xJKTbuy5ZHE\/XhrIIFRC2tI\/AAAAAAAAj7k\/bRInnPlMSloaei0MkwIqmPBewYR3NEmfQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_133208_mh1554380005096%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe New Interactive Area\u0026nbsp;allows visitors to see and possibly touch animals up close. It consists of 3 zones - the Arctic Zone, the Falkland Zone and the Maldives Zone. The Arctic Zone will provide you a fascinating encounter with the ringed seals playing amongst the ice in the pool. You will even get to see their restful sleep up close!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wYyuBoKVPMY\/Xhq_GLiHPwI\/AAAAAAAAj6Y\/PVVzaulWkZYj8z0RKYK_Hnzg7-l2dj_VwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0945.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wYyuBoKVPMY\/Xhq_GLiHPwI\/AAAAAAAAj6Y\/PVVzaulWkZYj8z0RKYK_Hnzg7-l2dj_VwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0945.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-x_AY8-gGaj8\/XgcRTV53VfI\/AAAAAAAAjv4\/KtkD6exFMOUkABNgNFnDOF2R0uCIiIbPgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0943.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-x_AY8-gGaj8\/XgcRTV53VfI\/AAAAAAAAjv4\/KtkD6exFMOUkABNgNFnDOF2R0uCIiIbPgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0943.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAt the Falkland Zone,\u0026nbsp;you will get the chance to see rock hopper penguins play and hop off the rocks up close, almost within arm's reach.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Cb5VjjceDI\/XhrASTPkIOI\/AAAAAAAAj6g\/4sBXrJVVgroHwOrowe2ybFr0lwHEO1oIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0948.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Cb5VjjceDI\/XhrASTPkIOI\/AAAAAAAAj6g\/4sBXrJVVgroHwOrowe2ybFr0lwHEO1oIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0948.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-a6Tqn9OnUEM\/XhrA0l5wf4I\/AAAAAAAAj6o\/1cWdseyzDx4_t97qmt_Px9B6hfKY9gsDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0949.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-a6Tqn9OnUEM\/XhrA0l5wf4I\/AAAAAAAAj6o\/1cWdseyzDx4_t97qmt_Px9B6hfKY9gsDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0949.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nThe Maldives Zone is one of the largest touch pools in Japan. This is where you can touch and feel the sharks and rays with your bare hands. Remember to wash your hands at the nearby sinks afterwards.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZAz89IkEAls\/XhrV81PUPAI\/AAAAAAAAj9Q\/a73lCZ-sxiMhwgSSD6MKjOC2ySI-WlZkQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0953.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZAz89IkEAls\/XhrV81PUPAI\/AAAAAAAAj9Q\/a73lCZ-sxiMhwgSSD6MKjOC2ySI-WlZkQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0953.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DsQuYVTb4pA\/XhrWg5VzuGI\/AAAAAAAAj9Y\/ZgQZz7hkshMMTUgTPnClnTKTJV8ioLhrwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_134628.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DsQuYVTb4pA\/XhrWg5VzuGI\/AAAAAAAAj9Y\/ZgQZz7hkshMMTUgTPnClnTKTJV8ioLhrwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_134628.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ydJd25DYH40\/XhrXf7D1gBI\/AAAAAAAAj9k\/xVpOYy19HMgZICLsMWFdFqsAJzcoblgJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0960.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ydJd25DYH40\/XhrXf7D1gBI\/AAAAAAAAj9k\/xVpOYy19HMgZICLsMWFdFqsAJzcoblgJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0960.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nRight behind the Maldives Zone, you will find a small area with several smaller tanks where various smaller creatures are kept.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WXwyu4vze0A\/XhrHSSLBhTI\/AAAAAAAAj7c\/0M8zk3dLT_sIWizLf2jG50-vTgMm3fQDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0964.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WXwyu4vze0A\/XhrHSSLBhTI\/AAAAAAAAj7c\/0M8zk3dLT_sIWizLf2jG50-vTgMm3fQDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0964.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nOverall, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is a great place to spend half a day with family and friends. The aquarium is well organized and will provide you a glimpse of the life deep within the Pacific Ocean. It takes us about 4 hours to see everything in the expansive tanks, including taking photos.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gD2ce3vZXmQ\/Xhq1vzLvboI\/AAAAAAAAj5Q\/_XaTfPgS5eMnCTZsmBbJRW_McFQZ7hulgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0741.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gD2ce3vZXmQ\/Xhq1vzLvboI\/AAAAAAAAj5Q\/_XaTfPgS5eMnCTZsmBbJRW_McFQZ7hulgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0741.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nIt was already way past noon when we left the aquarium and we were starving. So, we decided to have a quick lunch at KFC in Tempozan Marketplace.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mfkeofiQ84c\/Xhqzc3CvI5I\/AAAAAAAAj4w\/3lBgv9GPlNIVVG9OV9VQKNCiUIMsJFpfwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_132739.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mfkeofiQ84c\/Xhqzc3CvI5I\/AAAAAAAAj4w\/3lBgv9GPlNIVVG9OV9VQKNCiUIMsJFpfwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_132739.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice:\u003C\/b\u003E 690 Yen \/ set\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe ordered the chicken fillet burger set, which comes with Kernel ring potatoes (not sure what it is called) and a drink of your choice. The burger was delicious and it just taste so different from what we have in Malaysia. The meat is very tender, juicy and so much less greasy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LgjUhW80Xcs\/Xhq05KOLVFI\/AAAAAAAAj5I\/5MvHvMMwZiISmzNO-rmjc9nvHLswHBQKgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_132914.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LgjUhW80Xcs\/Xhq05KOLVFI\/AAAAAAAAj5I\/5MvHvMMwZiISmzNO-rmjc9nvHLswHBQKgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_132914.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nKernel ring potatoes is really good as well. The\u0026nbsp; potatoes are cut in twisted form and each piece of it is thick but crispy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4RzvYSrwa4w\/Xhq3gSyLPSI\/AAAAAAAAj5g\/m0ix9j6kblInXwXPyZOEZWX7nXd6d-yLwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_135126.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4RzvYSrwa4w\/Xhq3gSyLPSI\/AAAAAAAAj5g\/m0ix9j6kblInXwXPyZOEZWX7nXd6d-yLwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_135126.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nOh, by the way, all their chicken are 100% Japanese, so it will definitely be good!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter lunch, we took the train back to Namba Station and headed to OCAT where we took the airport limousine bus to Itami Airport. At Itami Airport, we checked into\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2017\/07\/japan-2016-osaka-osaka-air-terminal.html\"\u003EOsaka Air Terminal Hotel\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and took a short rest before going out for dinner.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-14VM2Oe7eKo\/XhrJqCy7ZlI\/AAAAAAAAj70\/A_WqTAPUIIgGWI1gG2mzyn06l8Dqj08WACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_182125.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-14VM2Oe7eKo\/XhrJqCy7ZlI\/AAAAAAAAj70\/A_WqTAPUIIgGWI1gG2mzyn06l8Dqj08WACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_182125.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mUpPcXlnPlk\/XhrJBSC0RzI\/AAAAAAAAj7s\/fiE4tlhHPzQtzBoByEdGesxit36MF-jvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190404_180408.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mUpPcXlnPlk\/XhrJBSC0RzI\/AAAAAAAAj7s\/fiE4tlhHPzQtzBoByEdGesxit36MF-jvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190404_180408.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nPrice: 1,650 Yen \/ set\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe had our dinner at a restaurant named Ganko at Itami Airport. The restaurant offers a variety of set meals, as well as Sushi and various items. We ordered their Tempura Zaru Soba set. I love the Tempura! They were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. But most importantly, non greasy at all!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter dinner, we did some souvenirs shopping at Itami Airport and went back to our room to pack. We tried to get to bed early but could not fall asleep. After spending 8 amazing day in Japan, we simply do not want to return home.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe woke up at 5.30 am the next morning and made our way to the JAL check in counters at 6 am. But we were way too early because the counters does not open until 6.30 am. Even so, it was better to be early than late. The queues at the check in counters was very long, so make sure you get there enough.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWith a heavy heart, we boarded the plane home. Thank you Japan for being so amazing! We will definitely come back again!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/1625734089518797203\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2020\/01\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-aquarium-kaiyukan.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/1625734089518797203"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/1625734089518797203"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2020\/01\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-aquarium-kaiyukan.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-naMazqF-yKM\/XhrKmAzV-TI\/AAAAAAAAj78\/ZPzIkOBHaW4requRdACW93IJRE2zYn_lgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/20190404_124515_mh1554379907294%2B%25281%2529.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"1-chōme-1-10 Kaigandōri, Minato-ku, Osaka, 552-0022, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"34.6545182 135.4289645"},"georss$box":{"$t":"9.1324836999999981 94.1203735 60.1765527 176.7375555"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6786311366291918167.post-3366901536532102863"},"published":{"$t":"2019-12-28T00:05:00.008-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-06-25T23:00:33.431-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travels"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Kema Sakuranomiya Park"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9ZZaav84Z0k\/Xf8nKfVj5aI\/AAAAAAAAjqw\/b4Yi1aawsMsvL68O66fpLz0-ldjSWC-bgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0707.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9ZZaav84Z0k\/Xf8nKfVj5aI\/AAAAAAAAjqw\/b4Yi1aawsMsvL68O66fpLz0-ldjSWC-bgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0707.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPhoto By:\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/\"\u003EElin Chow\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLeaving \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-castle-park.html\"\u003EOsaka Castle Park\u003C\/a\u003E, we headed to Kema Sakuranomiya Park next. Located just a few hundred metres from Osaka Castle, Kema Sakuranomiya Park is a riverside park that is famous for cherry blossoms viewing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uUXfJ_JkMdk\/Xf8m0bnJ_SI\/AAAAAAAAjqo\/5OmAnHwabAYjthIea40xCH35eixLPmZPQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0690.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uUXfJ_JkMdk\/Xf8m0bnJ_SI\/AAAAAAAAjqo\/5OmAnHwabAYjthIea40xCH35eixLPmZPQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0690.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nGetting from \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-castle-park.html\"\u003EOsaka Castle Park\u003C\/a\u003E to\u0026nbsp;Kema Sakuranomiya Park is easy. The closest station is Sakuranomiya Station. To get to Sakuranomiya Station, you will need to walk to Morinomiya Station and take the JR Osaka Loop Line. It will take about 7 minutes and costs 160 Yen to get from Morinomiya Station to Sakuranomiya Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GyLJfU-1X3o\/Xf8s4xknJGI\/AAAAAAAAjrs\/JFkaXSfH4kIY3gT0MQTolDCvgRcfNquAgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0691.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GyLJfU-1X3o\/Xf8s4xknJGI\/AAAAAAAAjrs\/JFkaXSfH4kIY3gT0MQTolDCvgRcfNquAgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0691.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gEXqd0UK0PE\/Xf8sGCpGgqI\/AAAAAAAAjrk\/Me4p1dCVxp4d-A13Mlk0MgP1nUw4QEoDACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0699.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gEXqd0UK0PE\/Xf8sGCpGgqI\/AAAAAAAAjrk\/Me4p1dCVxp4d-A13Mlk0MgP1nUw4QEoDACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0699.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nStretching over four kilometres along the Ogawa river, Kema Sakuranomiya Park is one of the popular cherry blossoms viewing spots for the local Japanese people. There are over 4,500 cherry trees scattered within the park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-z8nTCJ3g3PE\/Xf8nYGC-oeI\/AAAAAAAAjq0\/5MGT64nZ6cU5uSIqUYhF13VxHClUiKKyACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0709.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-z8nTCJ3g3PE\/Xf8nYGC-oeI\/AAAAAAAAjq0\/5MGT64nZ6cU5uSIqUYhF13VxHClUiKKyACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0709.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\nThe park is a great place for strolling, cycling and jogging. You can enjoy a picnic or a relaxing stroll along the river under the flowering trees.There are lots of benches around the park where you can sit, take a rest and enjoy doing nothing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0NApyPhtnHI\/Xgb5FNeqb2I\/AAAAAAAAjs4\/BCa0ZXtmB6QpSkmrfpjmVnV2aive4kD6ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0705.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0NApyPhtnHI\/Xgb5FNeqb2I\/AAAAAAAAjs4\/BCa0ZXtmB6QpSkmrfpjmVnV2aive4kD6ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0705.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ouB-miOJRqs\/Xf8p168uh4I\/AAAAAAAAjrM\/I8afmvpn1PcUihaUpg0AVzldYuY8oRVKQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_120234.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ouB-miOJRqs\/Xf8p168uh4I\/AAAAAAAAjrM\/I8afmvpn1PcUihaUpg0AVzldYuY8oRVKQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_120234.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3kLquLV0hiI\/Xf8qdHp5vUI\/AAAAAAAAjrU\/hYKMxSSuqnwB7GarNj_HJzxiCPElaLEWACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_120306.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3kLquLV0hiI\/Xf8qdHp5vUI\/AAAAAAAAjrU\/hYKMxSSuqnwB7GarNj_HJzxiCPElaLEWACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_120306.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe did not take a stroll in the park, but rather we stood on a bridge that is located near Sakuranomiya Station and enjoyed looking down on the pink forest of cherry blossoms from the top. Surprisingly, the park does not attract as many foreign tourists as the nearby Osaka Castle. Most people we saw here were locals, thus the park is very quiet and serene.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe other way to enjoy the cherry blossoms along both side of the river is to take a river cruise. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osp.osaka-info.jp\/en\/facility\/detail?id=29\"\u003EOkawa Sakura Cruise\u003C\/a\u003E is a 25 minutes cruise that only operates during the cherry blossoms season. The boat departs at Hachikenyahama Harbour, in front of Temmabashi Station at every 10 to 20 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPrice for the cruise is 1,200 Yen for adult, 600 Yen for elementary school children and free for children under elementary school age. However, it is free for one child of elementary school age or under who is accompanied by an adult.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RS8qaTAGCQM\/XgcBm6BLcII\/AAAAAAAAjt0\/1ZmHYyiBexoWTLRfLB--O9NCSVfVMsb0QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_110142_mr1577514611465%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"750\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RS8qaTAGCQM\/XgcBm6BLcII\/AAAAAAAAjt0\/1ZmHYyiBexoWTLRfLB--O9NCSVfVMsb0QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_110142_mr1577514611465%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BG9dZg3HBps\/Xf8vk9o2qyI\/AAAAAAAAjr8\/HbIY3gE03xojEsMR6clpMVgOZ52_VcZbACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0717.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BG9dZg3HBps\/Xf8vk9o2qyI\/AAAAAAAAjr8\/HbIY3gE03xojEsMR6clpMVgOZ52_VcZbACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0717.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe cherry trees are illuminated at night from end of March to Mid April, so you can enjoy cherry blossoms during both day time and night time. Seeing cherry blossoms at night is an entirely different experience! We have enjoyed fantastic night view of cherry blossoms at \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/06\/japan-2019-tokyo-meguro-river-cherry.html\"\u003EMeguro River in Tokyo\u003C\/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/09\/japan-2019-kyoto-kyoto-botanical-garden.html\"\u003EKyoto Botanical Garden\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MYOf8gt3hUw\/Xf8q3VG9fNI\/AAAAAAAAjrc\/BbOOaMAf9Kc5oKIA0_gvMauxYYJUoAaJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0721.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MYOf8gt3hUw\/Xf8q3VG9fNI\/AAAAAAAAjrc\/BbOOaMAf9Kc5oKIA0_gvMauxYYJUoAaJACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0721.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe only stayed here briefly because it was a really chilly day. After taking some photos, we decided to head back to Namba Station to grab a late lunch. From Sakuranomiya station, we took the JR Osaka Loop Line to Tsuruhashi Station. Then transfer to OsakaMetro Sennichimae Line to Namba Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SR7qmcuEqqc\/Xgb6NTRvc9I\/AAAAAAAAjtE\/7rHQ_Gx_rhQecBL4MfVJWnHe7oktVzedwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_124959.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SR7qmcuEqqc\/Xgb6NTRvc9I\/AAAAAAAAjtE\/7rHQ_Gx_rhQecBL4MfVJWnHe7oktVzedwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_124959.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tv7mJNWEG8Y\/XgcCQ0BDsfI\/AAAAAAAAjt8\/dTkbgjn6ynMpTIGZhawva-rvFJzqMVsogCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_122937.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tv7mJNWEG8Y\/XgcCQ0BDsfI\/AAAAAAAAjt8\/dTkbgjn6ynMpTIGZhawva-rvFJzqMVsogCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_122937.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe had lunch at Sarashina Hirotaya, a restaurant that specializes in Udon and Soba noodles that is located near Namba Station. The restaurant is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. There was no English menu, so we have to take photo of what we want from their display outside and show it to their staffs to order our food. But the staffs were very friendly despite not being fluent in English.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HsLo5GVJ-gs\/Xgb-bANETzI\/AAAAAAAAjts\/B7-z5qM63A0BaOSYesjSZN07r3a4rr1sQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_123332.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HsLo5GVJ-gs\/Xgb-bANETzI\/AAAAAAAAjts\/B7-z5qM63A0BaOSYesjSZN07r3a4rr1sQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_123332.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E1,050 Yen\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FDLNYkP4eF4\/Xgb8VLVE0cI\/AAAAAAAAjtQ\/EQP3Tw7YoAMknbLawGHhL6NG36a_DBSRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_123250.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FDLNYkP4eF4\/Xgb8VLVE0cI\/AAAAAAAAjtQ\/EQP3Tw7YoAMknbLawGHhL6NG36a_DBSRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_123250.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E850 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI ordered udon noodle soup with beef while my husband ordered udon noodle soup with seafood. The\nsoup was rich in taste and deeply flavored and the price was fairly cheap. However the serving size is a little small. You might want to order their noodles-rice combination sets if you have a big appetite.\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yGcgZY0VJ5Y\/XgcDYQ7kgUI\/AAAAAAAAjuU\/LD2sWGtkiRQfFINNspzOjixJUv-EikE7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_130918.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yGcgZY0VJ5Y\/XgcDYQ7kgUI\/AAAAAAAAjuU\/LD2sWGtkiRQfFINNspzOjixJUv-EikE7gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_130918.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YYOLhPO1_eA\/Xf8oKYtgNBI\/AAAAAAAAjrE\/EELzWlhNgD0o-A9FcTQWT8Hh3j4HgG5JgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/uri_mh1574922974815.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YYOLhPO1_eA\/Xf8oKYtgNBI\/AAAAAAAAjrE\/EELzWlhNgD0o-A9FcTQWT8Hh3j4HgG5JgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/uri_mh1574922974815.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter lunch, we went to Namba Parks to take a walk. Namba Parks is a multi-level shopping, dining and entertainment complex near Nankai Namba Station. But we went back to our Airbnb apartment after walking around for 30 minutes as we were not interested in shopping.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe bought some drinks from the convenience store nearby and took a short rest at our apartment before heading out to \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2017\/03\/japan-2016-osaka-dotonbori-shinsaibashi.html\"\u003EDotonbori.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ky8UaGSjLJQ\/XgcD-SNHOCI\/AAAAAAAAjuc\/XBaLGBGSnJM7WSy98a5tJUtbtaP0pG8AwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_192929.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ky8UaGSjLJQ\/XgcD-SNHOCI\/AAAAAAAAjuc\/XBaLGBGSnJM7WSy98a5tJUtbtaP0pG8AwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_192929.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe had our dinner at an izakaya called Tayoshi Honten. The restaurant was pretty spacious and offers a variety of set meals and small dishes at an affordable price.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EChicken Karaage\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-crJ7wJ10DlQ\/XgcFZkMWNsI\/AAAAAAAAjus\/ptD1PTEiVzUD_BaHYWBroqlmjZvMHDI4QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_185448.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-crJ7wJ10DlQ\/XgcFZkMWNsI\/AAAAAAAAjus\/ptD1PTEiVzUD_BaHYWBroqlmjZvMHDI4QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_185448.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe ordered chicken karaage because you can never go wrong with fried chicken. The chicken was nicely fried and not too oily.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ESashimi Set\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Vtz6ZsReOwI\/XgcHNqM-fpI\/AAAAAAAAjvE\/rn2pfusXurcysiJw2DjOIKWr2s1LKufrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_185536.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Vtz6ZsReOwI\/XgcHNqM-fpI\/AAAAAAAAjvE\/rn2pfusXurcysiJw2DjOIKWr2s1LKufrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_185536.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nSashimi Set because my husband wanted to try the Sashimi in Japan. According to him, the fish were very fresh and taste really good.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EStir-Fry Noodles\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nmaw6aASR-I\/XgcIDufDOaI\/AAAAAAAAjvM\/hrdh-5126CkSBj8SjKuXn2tSHLU9pKiKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_190224.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nmaw6aASR-I\/XgcIDufDOaI\/AAAAAAAAjvM\/hrdh-5126CkSBj8SjKuXn2tSHLU9pKiKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_190224.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis was so much nicer than \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/11\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-expo-70.html\"\u003Ethe stir-fry noodles we had at Daikichi last night.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;It was not overly salty and the serving size was huge. We could not finish everything on the plate.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EGrilled Squid\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tplVzlQpiqs\/XgcK1-icihI\/AAAAAAAAjvs\/thSh_9Zu8UcdyE7dWpYPscQnq2UYTT_nQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_190325%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tplVzlQpiqs\/XgcK1-icihI\/AAAAAAAAjvs\/thSh_9Zu8UcdyE7dWpYPscQnq2UYTT_nQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_190325%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe also ordered grilled squid with sweet soy sauce, which we did not like it at all. It just taste so weird because it was sweet. We did not know it was seasoned with sweet soy sauce when we ordered. If we knew, we will definitely not order this.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EGrilled Hokke\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yhup7-ncruo\/XgcJIfYJg1I\/AAAAAAAAjvc\/tTRHI_dx77AmlZDg9gY_pRtZYCVzCS0FQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_190458%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yhup7-ncruo\/XgcJIfYJg1I\/AAAAAAAAjvc\/tTRHI_dx77AmlZDg9gY_pRtZYCVzCS0FQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_190458%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nHokke is a kind of mackerel that is very similar to Saba. It is a popular Izakaya dish that goes well with Sake or Shochu. Personally, I feel that Hokke taste better than Saba. I would really recommend anyone who is visiting Japan to try it.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/3366901536532102863\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-kema-sakuranomiya-park.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/3366901536532102863"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/3366901536532102863"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-kema-sakuranomiya-park.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Kema Sakuranomiya Park"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9ZZaav84Z0k\/Xf8nKfVj5aI\/AAAAAAAAjqw\/b4Yi1aawsMsvL68O66fpLz0-ldjSWC-bgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/DSC_0707.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kema Sakuranomiya Park, 1 Chome-10 Nakanochō, Miyakojima-ku, Osaka, 534-0027, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"34.7045827 135.51924099999997"},"georss$box":{"$t":"9.1825482000000029 94.210649999999958 60.226617200000007 176.82783199999997"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6786311366291918167.post-6252313440669968306"},"published":{"$t":"2019-12-21T23:53:00.005-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-10-14T18:01:44.067-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travels"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Osaka Castle Park"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ovtXRI_pVAE\/XfSF3uJOjvI\/AAAAAAAAjfs\/cDs_noDGnzo7l0fPh2PhGSwG1w6gd16wgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_105443.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ovtXRI_pVAE\/XfSF3uJOjvI\/AAAAAAAAjfs\/cDs_noDGnzo7l0fPh2PhGSwG1w6gd16wgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_105443.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPhoto By:\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/\"\u003EElin Chow\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nGood morning! It was the seventh day of our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Japan trip\u003C\/a\u003E. Our plan of the day was to visit the Osaka Castle Park, which is the second largest park in Osaka. A famous landmark in Japan, it is a popular tourist spot and a must-see attraction on every first-time visitor's list. We could not visit this attraction during our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-7d6n-osaka-kyoto-nara-kobe.html\"\u003Elast Japan trip\u003C\/a\u003E due to time constraints. So we must visit this time.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vuIjxBpq8Yo\/Xf8CpuZRG_I\/AAAAAAAAjoI\/RT89ZJ_jwbMArxVf0v27ocJ1rCb6lkktACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_144229.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vuIjxBpq8Yo\/Xf8CpuZRG_I\/AAAAAAAAjoI\/RT89ZJ_jwbMArxVf0v27ocJ1rCb6lkktACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_144229.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E725 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFor breakfast, we had the Rikuro Ojisan's cheesecake. This is our favorite cheesecake in Japan and you can only buy Rikuro Ojisan's cheesecake in Osaka. There are a few stores in Osaka but we bought this from their original store in Namba.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe love this cheesecake because it was very light and super fluffy. It was extremely mild tasting with no crust. It was so heavenly good that we can eat half a cake in one sitting!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dLFy4XvI7vg\/XfSN37jpUyI\/AAAAAAAAjgg\/n95epXPArMwi1jdOabolYBEaXe6KuA80gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0590.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dLFy4XvI7vg\/XfSN37jpUyI\/AAAAAAAAjgg\/n95epXPArMwi1jdOabolYBEaXe6KuA80gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0590.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe easiest way to get to Osaka Castle Park is by train. There are four train stations that are located within easy walking distance from the park. But the closest stations are Tanimachi Yon(4)chrome station along the Tanimachi and Chuo subway line and JR Osakajokoen station on the JR Loop Line.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFrom Namba Station, it is cheaper and more convenient for us to get to Tanimachi Yon(4)chrome Station instead of JR Osakajokoen station. To get to Tanimachi Yon(4)chrome Station, we have to take the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line to Hommachi Station first. At Hommachi Station, transfer to the Chuo Line to Tanimachi Yon(4)chrome Station. The entire journey takes about 17 mins and costs 230 Yen. From Tanimachi Yon(4)chrome Station, it is about 12 minutes walk to the Otemon gate, the main entrance of the park. You will know that you have arrive when you see tiled roof of the castle tower.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vIqY9SWWuQ0\/XfSWkvMCHNI\/AAAAAAAAjh8\/sVEX7awNk5cuUFJ_7brtXOkvr-rgRirDQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0593.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vIqY9SWWuQ0\/XfSWkvMCHNI\/AAAAAAAAjh8\/sVEX7awNk5cuUFJ_7brtXOkvr-rgRirDQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0593.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nMeasuring 105.6 ha, Osaka Castle Park is an extensive public urban park located in the center of Osaka, consisting of vast expanse of greenery, gardens and open spaces, as well as cultural and sport facilities like Osaka Castle Hall, an arena, baseball field, a jogging track and Tenshukaku - the Main Tower of Osaka Castle. Access to the park grounds surrounding the castle is free and you are allowed to take as many pictures as you like. However, you will need to pay separate entrance fees if you want to enter the castle tower or Nishinomaru garden in the park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SsHvhheKy9E\/XfSMQg1F36I\/AAAAAAAAjgE\/puzGwPlW3ZkMcync_hfhcSm5pnYvs5D9ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0600.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SsHvhheKy9E\/XfSMQg1F36I\/AAAAAAAAjgE\/puzGwPlW3ZkMcync_hfhcSm5pnYvs5D9ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0600.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ubt93agy5PI\/XfSShrjJ2nI\/AAAAAAAAjhU\/lFC3-9oqbDU9G6M4DDifaRZ2TKeiXXjhgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0605.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ubt93agy5PI\/XfSShrjJ2nI\/AAAAAAAAjhU\/lFC3-9oqbDU9G6M4DDifaRZ2TKeiXXjhgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0605.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe massive castle tower is surrounded by secondary citadels, gates, turrets and impressive stone walls and moats. It is a very magnificent sight! Standing at 20 metres tall and 90 metres wide, the huge walls, which are laid in mosaic pattern, are a symbol of strong defence. It is estimated that 500,000 to 1 million large stones were used to construct the walls.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LeVVjqUV-Cs\/XfSaBwtl2lI\/AAAAAAAAjik\/hN2MyK_anvURjV5NqKrzWX7ieVBuUa41ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/uri_mh1554365990135.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LeVVjqUV-Cs\/XfSaBwtl2lI\/AAAAAAAAjik\/hN2MyK_anvURjV5NqKrzWX7ieVBuUa41ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/uri_mh1554365990135.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QsqOcvJQu98\/Xf8csjz2GEI\/AAAAAAAAjpw\/70DdsGfnxH4kovngZ38w73ml2IaqVGyUwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_100926.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QsqOcvJQu98\/Xf8csjz2GEI\/AAAAAAAAjpw\/70DdsGfnxH4kovngZ38w73ml2IaqVGyUwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_100926.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou can take a short boat ride around the moats if you want to take a closer look at the stone walls. The boat ride takes around 20 minutes and costs 1,500 Yen for adult, 750 Yen for children and 1,000 Yen for senior citizens.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LJCjwEKN_Qo\/XfSXykXuZMI\/AAAAAAAAjiM\/LJKua6wib2U5VZAKDUmiaruqBhpEGRkBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0617.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LJCjwEKN_Qo\/XfSXykXuZMI\/AAAAAAAAjiM\/LJKua6wib2U5VZAKDUmiaruqBhpEGRkBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0617.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l6Jgh-xhkaY\/XfSJTcYJMZI\/AAAAAAAAjf8\/aGgkcDs6e_wNJaBqFTniMAdUMKxtYaCPACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0622.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l6Jgh-xhkaY\/XfSJTcYJMZI\/AAAAAAAAjf8\/aGgkcDs6e_wNJaBqFTniMAdUMKxtYaCPACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0622.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6EXUccl7eow\/Xf8Ww4pyAlI\/AAAAAAAAjpY\/-qakeOavhq8WcRklrsgsU2dz32JbgLdIgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0636.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6EXUccl7eow\/Xf8Ww4pyAlI\/AAAAAAAAjpY\/-qakeOavhq8WcRklrsgsU2dz32JbgLdIgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0636.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWith changing seasonal scenery, Osaka Castle Park can be enjoyed throughout the year, but it is\nparticularly popular during spring cherry blossoms season and autumn foliage season. So do expect a huge tourist crowds, especially during the cherry blossoms season. But don't worry because the park is huge and you would not feel crowded as there are more than enough room for everyone.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VF_AUSig0rU\/XfSVo1K2rPI\/AAAAAAAAjh0\/vG1VghzL2z0KwNoFTO9_c65ChSuu2BM-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0626.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VF_AUSig0rU\/XfSVo1K2rPI\/AAAAAAAAjh0\/vG1VghzL2z0KwNoFTO9_c65ChSuu2BM-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0626.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2NZUvWszYPo\/Xf8TZnwx5vI\/AAAAAAAAjpE\/YCTMDzPl0v4vfXJikENN8SpN6EH4TPi5gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_102110.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2NZUvWszYPo\/Xf8TZnwx5vI\/AAAAAAAAjpE\/YCTMDzPl0v4vfXJikENN8SpN6EH4TPi5gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_102110.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4eOQFtzHWcY\/Xf8QtWXXTvI\/AAAAAAAAjo4\/7mYGsuJZHyAXGvL9za7Qg4WzmLtGVuDzwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_102638%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4eOQFtzHWcY\/Xf8QtWXXTvI\/AAAAAAAAjo4\/7mYGsuJZHyAXGvL9za7Qg4WzmLtGVuDzwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_102638%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nHome to over 3,000 cherry trees, the park transforms into an ocean of pink from late March to early April. It is known to be one of the most popular cherry blossoms viewing spots in Osaka. In fact, just like\u0026nbsp;Osaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park, Osaka Castle Park\u0026nbsp; is also ranked as one of \"100 best cherry blossom viewing spots\" in Japan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RaY8Lse2lmk\/XfSPmfx1KpI\/AAAAAAAAjg0\/44PYq1i6GXE9Pi2_Cmn6MOyAUTsfo-QhQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0629.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RaY8Lse2lmk\/XfSPmfx1KpI\/AAAAAAAAjg0\/44PYq1i6GXE9Pi2_Cmn6MOyAUTsfo-QhQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0629.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-g-IUsEdfFmE\/XfSTsoJSvNI\/AAAAAAAAjhk\/rcMubxwzIwEZO7CRyT6uIYTR25X6NBrDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0630.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-g-IUsEdfFmE\/XfSTsoJSvNI\/AAAAAAAAjhk\/rcMubxwzIwEZO7CRyT6uIYTR25X6NBrDgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0630.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-o7KJCJYbgAU\/Xf8B-4TGedI\/AAAAAAAAjoA\/1hPm9Zst81gFj-mPEErXN76GhEoxDVPbACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0634.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-o7KJCJYbgAU\/Xf8B-4TGedI\/AAAAAAAAjoA\/1hPm9Zst81gFj-mPEErXN76GhEoxDVPbACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0634.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe spacious lawn grounds are perfect for concerts and picnics. You might want to pack some lunch and enjoy a picnic under the flowering trees with your family and friends. There are often street performers or free concerts on the park grounds for you to enjoy. You will also find plenty of food stalls where you can grab some food.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-739Txbm3Woo\/Xf8VT4S0eJI\/AAAAAAAAjpQ\/Fv0KuoL7xp4w1ApSO1NdfDsRF43nZe8ggCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0615.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-739Txbm3Woo\/Xf8VT4S0eJI\/AAAAAAAAjpQ\/Fv0KuoL7xp4w1ApSO1NdfDsRF43nZe8ggCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0615.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HCkmu5pstpc\/Xf8gcHSE1gI\/AAAAAAAAjqI\/eolOk-byhQccKtT91Xmtw7Vi4a8VOhZbQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_101950-01_mh1554366690075.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HCkmu5pstpc\/Xf8gcHSE1gI\/AAAAAAAAjqI\/eolOk-byhQccKtT91Xmtw7Vi4a8VOhZbQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_101950-01_mh1554366690075.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HR9nMgi0M18\/Xf8fsgIPpnI\/AAAAAAAAjp4\/FSgZXb0NUksXF5CGsM9zGL10l3_BH8cXQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_103131_mh1554367506683%2B%25282%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HR9nMgi0M18\/Xf8fsgIPpnI\/AAAAAAAAjp4\/FSgZXb0NUksXF5CGsM9zGL10l3_BH8cXQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_103131_mh1554367506683%2B%25282%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TIdiJ2WBEo4\/Xf8AdkPaBJI\/AAAAAAAAjnw\/f9spZgRttnED2kJIbLxIjo7oqldTFFbZACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0646.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TIdiJ2WBEo4\/Xf8AdkPaBJI\/AAAAAAAAjnw\/f9spZgRttnED2kJIbLxIjo7oqldTFFbZACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0646.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nYou can easily spend a few hours roaming around the beautiful park. But please wear comfortable shoes because there will be a lot of walking to do. The main tower of the castle is fairly far from the train stations, which can be challenging for those with mobility issues. Even though the park is generally wheelchair accessible, there are steep slopes which you might find it difficult to push.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OrVt1VV8uog\/Xf7-8tYPOkI\/AAAAAAAAjno\/f0DtHTyLJp0oGbD3DdUmwyKCn7NtaUtfQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0648.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OrVt1VV8uog\/Xf7-8tYPOkI\/AAAAAAAAjno\/f0DtHTyLJp0oGbD3DdUmwyKCn7NtaUtfQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0648.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-phFmIConWHI\/Xf79QalesHI\/AAAAAAAAjng\/g5BMBn7Mzm8LFKa_KcyqT-QPLErZlSNwgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0651.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-phFmIConWHI\/Xf79QalesHI\/AAAAAAAAjng\/g5BMBn7Mzm8LFKa_KcyqT-QPLErZlSNwgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0651.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-hniW_Zn4xfw\/XfStug6c3uI\/AAAAAAAAjls\/4k7qUVZ9yWYfzLDTEFflcUiYzooSnM2wACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0653.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-hniW_Zn4xfw\/XfStug6c3uI\/AAAAAAAAjls\/4k7qUVZ9yWYfzLDTEFflcUiYzooSnM2wACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0653.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe centrepiece of the park is Osaka Castle Tower. From the outer edge of the park, it is about 15-20 minutes walk to the tower. Osaka Castle is probably the most visited castle in Japan, attracting more than 2.5 millions visitors every year. Although it is crowded, the park is huge and spread out, so we do not feel crowded at all.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nScattered around the castle tower, you will find thirteen structures, including several gates, gun power storehouse and turrets that are designated as Important Cultural Assets by the national government.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FgwsC3NGPIE\/XfSrqm0T7EI\/AAAAAAAAjlc\/XAif0EK40XoYucF78rLCSxbSq6tyrOOOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0661.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FgwsC3NGPIE\/XfSrqm0T7EI\/AAAAAAAAjlc\/XAif0EK40XoYucF78rLCSxbSq6tyrOOOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0661.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-napPDP0YPEU\/XfSpCQ2S1kI\/AAAAAAAAjlE\/E69ImrQW_302_oAiLHpY2f9PkToS0zFBgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0658.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-napPDP0YPEU\/XfSpCQ2S1kI\/AAAAAAAAjlE\/E69ImrQW_302_oAiLHpY2f9PkToS0zFBgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0658.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nStanding at 55 metres high, the castle tower appears to be five-storey structure on the outside, but it has eight-storey inside. A striking historical landmark surrounded by modern skyscrapers, it was destroyed and rebuilt a number of times because of fires and wars.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nEntrance to the castle tower is 600 Yen for adult and free for children under 15 years old. It houses a museum where you will find historical artifacts, colorful screen painting, samurai costumes that you can try for a fee, and a scale model of the original 16th century castle tower. There is also an observation deck at the top, offering panoramic view of Osaka city. But we did not pay to enter the tower because we were not interested in museum.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe castle tower is completely wheelchair accessible, with an elevator that you can use to access every floor. There are also shops inside if you wish to bring some souvenirs home.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U1ZD1WxRP8w\/XfSdOsnWAAI\/AAAAAAAAjjQ\/W1x6qBH7ssIgZx6bOOV53r2ho4QVYcKAACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0670.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U1ZD1WxRP8w\/XfSdOsnWAAI\/AAAAAAAAjjQ\/W1x6qBH7ssIgZx6bOOV53r2ho4QVYcKAACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0670.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZB9EuEEHKhk\/XfSblIZ6bXI\/AAAAAAAAji8\/nAcDbafTXBsjjTQwsMTMdilHAmfdIhyGQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0671.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZB9EuEEHKhk\/XfSblIZ6bXI\/AAAAAAAAji8\/nAcDbafTXBsjjTQwsMTMdilHAmfdIhyGQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0671.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLocated next to Sakura-mon Gate is Hokoku Shrine, a shinto shrine dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous samurai, general and politician. He was greatly known for his achievement to unify Japan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou will find a bronze status of Toyotomi Hideyoshi at the entrance of the shrine. Many people visit the shrine to wish for both success and good luck in their careers.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zs3Jmf5qZ34\/XfSltZqK6BI\/AAAAAAAAjkk\/OKoA-feTi0sfaCDtMABUSwpAf03TNV2GACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0674.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zs3Jmf5qZ34\/XfSltZqK6BI\/AAAAAAAAjkk\/OKoA-feTi0sfaCDtMABUSwpAf03TNV2GACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0674.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M67X0OqQOU0\/XfSksdcDnLI\/AAAAAAAAjkc\/XkAh_kgqXUY7GGjyGxeLc2qji0SHxpvmgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0677.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M67X0OqQOU0\/XfSksdcDnLI\/AAAAAAAAjkc\/XkAh_kgqXUY7GGjyGxeLc2qji0SHxpvmgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0677.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLeaving Hokoku Shrine, we headed to Morinomiya\u0026nbsp;Station to take the train to our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-kema-sakuranomiya-park.html\"\u003Enext destination\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; From here, it is about 20 minutes walk to Morinomiya\u0026nbsp;Station. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oJHn7gPRKbw\/XfSjhQs47oI\/AAAAAAAAjkU\/quP36bx3N-Q7KTkxm6Ml_0l4mhg8YHowgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0679.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oJHn7gPRKbw\/XfSjhQs47oI\/AAAAAAAAjkU\/quP36bx3N-Q7KTkxm6Ml_0l4mhg8YHowgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0679.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DKLTWvnbfbI\/XfSe1vzjMAI\/AAAAAAAAjjk\/-vCzqIZ81ukaX3JBkMFWZ2tOvfssdilCACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0681.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DKLTWvnbfbI\/XfSe1vzjMAI\/AAAAAAAAjjk\/-vCzqIZ81ukaX3JBkMFWZ2tOvfssdilCACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0681.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nIt was quite a long walk to Morinomiya Station. For people who have mobility problems, do not visit Osaka Castle Park from Morinomiya Station. You will need to climb up a fairly steep staircase in order to reach the park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-N_jy3NU0bM0\/XfSg1kZZGRI\/AAAAAAAAjjw\/l6EZARMKfOoZ8ocIGshkA8DViLlLpMWawCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0686.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-N_jy3NU0bM0\/XfSg1kZZGRI\/AAAAAAAAjjw\/l6EZARMKfOoZ8ocIGshkA8DViLlLpMWawCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0686.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7OR2wq2d5zQ\/XfSiW3LwtgI\/AAAAAAAAjkM\/9IIRISxO7ik8lDX4sJNayrGjzGASdJtgQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0689.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7OR2wq2d5zQ\/XfSiW3LwtgI\/AAAAAAAAjkM\/9IIRISxO7ik8lDX4sJNayrGjzGASdJtgQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0689.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThere is a flower and plant market in spring and fall near Morinomiya entrance of the park. Overall,\u0026nbsp;Osaka Castle Park is a nice place to spend a few hours with your family and friends. The castle grounds is extensive, so make sure you wear comfortable shoes because there will be quite a lot walking to do! Try to come as early as possible or late in the evening if you wish to avoid the crowds.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/6252313440669968306\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-castle-park.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/6252313440669968306"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/6252313440669968306"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/12\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-castle-park.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Osaka Castle Park"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ovtXRI_pVAE\/XfSF3uJOjvI\/AAAAAAAAjfs\/cDs_noDGnzo7l0fPh2PhGSwG1w6gd16wgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/20190403_105443.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"1-1 Ōsakajō, Chūō-ku, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"34.6873333 135.5259555"},"georss$box":{"$t":"9.1652987999999986 94.2173645 60.209367799999995 176.83454650000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6786311366291918167.post-565979463256728479"},"published":{"$t":"2019-11-24T01:19:00.011-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-10-21T23:21:03.852-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airbnb"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travels"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Osaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park + Osaka Airbnb + Dotonbori"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0bNTsnpVwTo\/Xawetb8S6hI\/AAAAAAAAi7k\/gJzj_84xCC8Tj9hQO57A1fnHoxB1AFE6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0549.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0bNTsnpVwTo\/Xawetb8S6hI\/AAAAAAAAi7k\/gJzj_84xCC8Tj9hQO57A1fnHoxB1AFE6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0549.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPhoto By:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/\"\u003E Elin Chow\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOn the sixth day of our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Japan trip\u003C\/a\u003E, we checked out of our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/08\/japan-2019-getting-from-tokyo-to-kyoto.html\"\u003EAirbnb apartment in Kyoto\u003C\/a\u003E and took the train from Kyoto Station to Osaka.\nThe fastest and cheapest way to \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2017\/02\/japan-2016-getting-from-kyoto-station.html\"\u003Eget from Kyoto Station to Osaka Station\u003C\/a\u003E is by the JR Special Rapid train on the JR Kyoto Line. The one way fare is 570 Yen and takes about 28 minutes. You can also take the Local and Rapid trains on the JR Kyoto Line, but it will take a little more time because they stop at more stations.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe took the Special Rapid train to Osaka Station. The train was very crowded even during non-peak hours. Please note that there are no dedicated luggage racks on these trains for you to put your luggage. So you have to hold on to them during the entire journey to Osaka, which was really a challenge on a crowded train.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe alighted at Osaka Station (also known as Umeda Station) in Osaka. At Osaka Station, we walked to Umeda Station and transferred to the Subway Midosuji Line to Osaka-Namba Station. Our plan for the day was to visit the Osaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park (Banpaku Kinen Koen) to see the cherry blossoms. But since it was too early for us to check in our Airbnb apartment, we decided to leave our luggage at \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2017\/05\/japan-2016-osaka-baggage-storage-at.html\"\u003EYamato Transport Service counter at OCAT\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; It costs 500 Yen per luggage.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EOsaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLocated 30 minutes north of Osaka City Center, Osaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park is\nlarge public park built on site of the Japan World Exposition from 1970, which is known to be the first World Exposition held in Asia. Over 75 pavilions were exhibited at the World Expo to show off the wonders of the world's countries and cutting edge corporations.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter the completion of the World Expo, most of the pavilions were removed and spacious grounds were converted to Expo 70' Commemorative Park with wide lawns and plazas lined by flowering plants and trees. It is also home to 5,000 cherry trees, which makes the park one of the most popular cherry blossoms viewing spot in Osaka.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZHvBfvoyTgM\/Xdj2MLv6YNI\/AAAAAAAAjJc\/HiCpi4YCzMAj7IuzQwZTscjL8kIS8ZAcQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0560.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZHvBfvoyTgM\/Xdj2MLv6YNI\/AAAAAAAAjJc\/HiCpi4YCzMAj7IuzQwZTscjL8kIS8ZAcQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0560.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gd9L0zjtdd0\/Xdo3RqStBBI\/AAAAAAAAjMg\/3Hg372nIJw8PFTSBrLm5PnVaJtj3C6PXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0420.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gd9L0zjtdd0\/Xdo3RqStBBI\/AAAAAAAAjMg\/3Hg372nIJw8PFTSBrLm5PnVaJtj3C6PXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0420.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe Expo 70' Commemorative Park is located right next to Bampaku-Kinen-Koen Station and can be easily reached by train from Central Osaka. From Osaka Namba Station, take the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line to Senri-Chuo Station. At Senri-Chuo Station, transfer to Osaka Monorail to Bampaku-Kinen-Koen Station. The journey will take about 51 minutes and costs 670 Yen per way.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bO2puTOChqE\/XawgP2Ae4dI\/AAAAAAAAi70\/HHEj31G51XsOjVaEIVS5qxemZ2ARxc7owCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0433.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bO2puTOChqE\/XawgP2Ae4dI\/AAAAAAAAi70\/HHEj31G51XsOjVaEIVS5qxemZ2ARxc7owCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0433.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe Expo 70' Commemorative Park is just a 5 minutes walk from Bampaku-Kinen-Koean Station via a footbridge. Located just opposite the Park's main gate is Expocity, which is known as one of the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the Japan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt comprises of a massive 3 storey indoor shopping complex with over 300 stores, offering fashion, luxury items, cosmetics, household goods and sport equipment from a variety of Japanese and international brands. Other entertainment facilities also include an Interactive Aquazoo, Nifrel, 109 Imax Cinema and the tallest ferris wheel in Japan. It is a great place to spend a day for families, especially if you have young children.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--gmZKUGQRxo\/Xdo5-iWkjTI\/AAAAAAAAjMw\/WRm9kw_Zqk8BmWSY3oCUGx8QroFZJyjXwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0434.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--gmZKUGQRxo\/Xdo5-iWkjTI\/AAAAAAAAjMw\/WRm9kw_Zqk8BmWSY3oCUGx8QroFZJyjXwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0434.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-T13GacvJX_E\/XawAW2i5IHI\/AAAAAAAAi5g\/xYPzS_6m_1EzQujFBKO3eEtd9yBFVwzBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_115445.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-T13GacvJX_E\/XawAW2i5IHI\/AAAAAAAAi5g\/xYPzS_6m_1EzQujFBKO3eEtd9yBFVwzBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_115445.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nEntrance fee to the Expo 70' Commemorative Park is 250 Yen for adult and 70 Yen for children. The park is open daily from 9.30 am to 5.00 pm, except Wednesday (except during cherry blossoms and autumn leaf seasons). During cherry blossoms season, the hour operation will be extended to 9.00 pm.\u0026nbsp; Please note that the park will be closed from December 28 to January 1.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ogKpaZyaq3E\/XawcnmWoeoI\/AAAAAAAAi7c\/a6pYIktcE3EO6AxQWKEyqnw2EimuJQPqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0446.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ogKpaZyaq3E\/XawcnmWoeoI\/AAAAAAAAi7c\/a6pYIktcE3EO6AxQWKEyqnw2EimuJQPqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0446.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7Sjjhgqlq7w\/Xdo76CIrtaI\/AAAAAAAAjNQ\/5gUzRObObF8cKo5G7_0JMOX9nfU9iR1wQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_125943_mh1554279833299.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7Sjjhgqlq7w\/Xdo76CIrtaI\/AAAAAAAAjNQ\/5gUzRObObF8cKo5G7_0JMOX9nfU9iR1wQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_125943_mh1554279833299.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPassing through the ticket gate, we were instantly greeted by the Tower of Sun. There are several other sculptures and artworks scattered around the park, but the Tower of Sun at the main entrance is biggest and most famous one. The bizarre structure is 70 metre tall and is the iconic symbol of the park, created by artist Taro Okamoto. In fact, you will be able to see it once you exit Bampaku-Kinen-Koen Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOn the tower, you will see red lightning flashes and three faces on its front and back, representing past, present and future.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M95yjwPLEDo\/XawLVK0eD5I\/AAAAAAAAi6Q\/tlPJEd6OfUU9CQyzsz4MC3U-WRyZtGPrgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_130103.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M95yjwPLEDo\/XawLVK0eD5I\/AAAAAAAAi6Q\/tlPJEd6OfUU9CQyzsz4MC3U-WRyZtGPrgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_130103.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dkbJKyokssw\/Xdji0YLmuNI\/AAAAAAAAjFA\/XNgvYEA2_zwFo7rqLEWjzD3JykWgzrJCQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_130043_mr1554280021963.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dkbJKyokssw\/Xdji0YLmuNI\/AAAAAAAAjFA\/XNgvYEA2_zwFo7rqLEWjzD3JykWgzrJCQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_130043_mr1554280021963.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2rU1m_9TtB8\/XdpGsIOYcKI\/AAAAAAAAjO0\/eb399n-gKgUItTv-5WqkUBfmQ-qBmJVMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0479.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2rU1m_9TtB8\/XdpGsIOYcKI\/AAAAAAAAjO0\/eb399n-gKgUItTv-5WqkUBfmQ-qBmJVMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0479.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3-IJYudShw4\/XawIjfk2KHI\/AAAAAAAAi54\/_kk-RFqAUPkw1iQ1vACvJpsu2SFdlIvyACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_132112.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3-IJYudShw4\/XawIjfk2KHI\/AAAAAAAAi54\/_kk-RFqAUPkw1iQ1vACvJpsu2SFdlIvyACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_132112.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe 264 hectares of grounds features large open spaces and lawns which are dotted with artworks and seasonal flowers display, making it a popular destination for enjoying nature. Surprisingly, the park was not crazily crowded when we visited, probably because it is located a little further outside Osaka, away from the main tourist area. In fact, there were hardly any foreign tourists in the park and most of the visitors were locals.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MwEKASsh3yU\/XawbpX1Vl7I\/AAAAAAAAi7M\/lgzRKcZLHKAeOm38ys3ikCwO__QVzoefQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0495.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MwEKASsh3yU\/XawbpX1Vl7I\/AAAAAAAAi7M\/lgzRKcZLHKAeOm38ys3ikCwO__QVzoefQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0495.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qEy3zywAJss\/XdpCgItnlfI\/AAAAAAAAjOI\/BPs0nd4kciw7kJke60ySFGwOLyyV0nfLQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_133210.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qEy3zywAJss\/XdpCgItnlfI\/AAAAAAAAjOI\/BPs0nd4kciw7kJke60ySFGwOLyyV0nfLQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_133210.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QoPjELbaMm0\/XdpEfEFvBfI\/AAAAAAAAjOc\/sF0C2CqiTVsiGTQGfk4nrwKe8vKr2a2CwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_133322.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QoPjELbaMm0\/XdpEfEFvBfI\/AAAAAAAAjOc\/sF0C2CqiTVsiGTQGfk4nrwKe8vKr2a2CwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_133322.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nYou can enjoy beautiful seasonal flowers no matter when you visit. We were extremely pleased to see that the tulips were in full bloom at the time when we visited. 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You can easily spend half a day strolling around the park and enjoying the nature. It is delightful to stroll through with something to see at every corner.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-THtB048gVks\/Xawkix8wNNI\/AAAAAAAAi8Y\/ltEp65DujvkngkFDQbkvGH9vpqIVDecvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0464.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-THtB048gVks\/Xawkix8wNNI\/AAAAAAAAi8Y\/ltEp65DujvkngkFDQbkvGH9vpqIVDecvwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0464.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EfFLbHDI7Fs\/Xdj8ai02xrI\/AAAAAAAAjKc\/HpAo7VdK3z4NI3GDssc-X50OyGpPQRGnQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0524.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EfFLbHDI7Fs\/Xdj8ai02xrI\/AAAAAAAAjKc\/HpAo7VdK3z4NI3GDssc-X50OyGpPQRGnQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0524.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nAlternatively, you can bring a bento box with you and enjoy a picnic on the spacious grass grounds while enjoying the beautiful blossoming flowers. The grounds are very open and uncrowded, with plenty of space for you to run around, kick a ball or throw a frisbee around. Just a perfect place for an outing with your family and friends.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DnAYvfnmcTY\/XawiV0jKlnI\/AAAAAAAAi78\/oFWy6_jMeIA67Od24pkl3JyQvpugp90jwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0477.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DnAYvfnmcTY\/XawiV0jKlnI\/AAAAAAAAi78\/oFWy6_jMeIA67Od24pkl3JyQvpugp90jwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0477.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nYou will also find a playground for children featuring a giant slide. Standing at 12 metres tall with a total length of 30 metres, kids will definitely love playing here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fL4J7QUeYtA\/XawkFuFljuI\/AAAAAAAAi8I\/sbGSj4Sd3vIGgrk22tdQkdqeokNiiao3wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0520.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fL4J7QUeYtA\/XawkFuFljuI\/AAAAAAAAi8I\/sbGSj4Sd3vIGgrk22tdQkdqeokNiiao3wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0520.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe park is also home to a number of museums such as the National Museum of Ethnology, the Japanese Folk Crafts Museum and Expo'70 Pavilion. The Expo'70 Pavilion is a one of the few former pavilion that was preserved from the World Expo. It was originally known as the Steel Pavilion before it was renovated and re-opened in 2010 to the public as a museum to commemorate the 40th anniversary of World Expo'70. Admission fee is 200 Yen for adults and free for children.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l0Db9LlEFag\/XawNswBQy9I\/AAAAAAAAi6Y\/fhAmvSyX0BMp5dI1NwdFEr1MopY65brTgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0530.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l0Db9LlEFag\/XawNswBQy9I\/AAAAAAAAi6Y\/fhAmvSyX0BMp5dI1NwdFEr1MopY65brTgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0530.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2Bw09vTqTxo\/XawPCeZuaMI\/AAAAAAAAi6s\/n2PV5BN25DkU-eb5vPJnvcxn1TCnr1mOACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0532.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2Bw09vTqTxo\/XawPCeZuaMI\/AAAAAAAAi6s\/n2PV5BN25DkU-eb5vPJnvcxn1TCnr1mOACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0532.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nNot far from the Expo'70 Pavilion, you will find a market selling different kinds of ceramics and pottery items. There were a few food stalls selling snacks as well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8blYmhQU1CM\/Xdjl3ws1t8I\/AAAAAAAAjF4\/t82TIGeXg14sOJfiAZaoaw-wpIhemqjtQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0538.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8blYmhQU1CM\/Xdjl3ws1t8I\/AAAAAAAAjF4\/t82TIGeXg14sOJfiAZaoaw-wpIhemqjtQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0538.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWalking to the center of the park, you will find the Dream Pond where you can rent a swan shaped pedal boat and paddle around.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qsI8KG-Zc8g\/Xawbuc0LZBI\/AAAAAAAAi7Q\/2zHb4-XezjIcuvnZ7NKmqouLY_EFbHh0ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0552.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qsI8KG-Zc8g\/Xawbuc0LZBI\/AAAAAAAAi7Q\/2zHb4-XezjIcuvnZ7NKmqouLY_EFbHh0ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0552.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fJygNKEESzA\/XawbKwwCIOI\/AAAAAAAAi7E\/286uKqdorxESZj8T1_rxIx4w8Jh8tahNQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_140659.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fJygNKEESzA\/XawbKwwCIOI\/AAAAAAAAi7E\/286uKqdorxESZj8T1_rxIx4w8Jh8tahNQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_140659.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nsSHoDEcGY4\/Xawl-I0YNUI\/AAAAAAAAi8s\/Z_WbNKdmg5kqoZ7kZt3wiKo5LOa738YjwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_140928.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nsSHoDEcGY4\/Xawl-I0YNUI\/AAAAAAAAi8s\/Z_WbNKdmg5kqoZ7kZt3wiKo5LOa738YjwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_140928.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThere are over 5,000 cherry trees of nine different varieties planted all across the park, with most of them concentrated around the southeastern plaza. From late March to early April every year, the park transformed into a breathtaking sea of pink as the cherry trees bloom, which also makes it one of the few cherry blossoms viewing site to be chosen as one of the \"100 Most Famous Cherry Blossoms Viewing Locations in Japan\".\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMost of the cherry trees have reached full bloom and that was certainly the highlight of our visit. We really enjoy walking on the wide paved path underneath the cherry blossoms in Spring. It was a pretty spectacular sight and unsurprisingly, you will find this area more crowded than the rest of park. You will lots of locals enjoying their picnic under the trees.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIn this area, you will also find a number of random food stands selling various street food, so you will never go hungry. The cherry trees will also be illuminated at night during the peak blooming season.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wq5U_DALBqE\/XdpGFKd5xRI\/AAAAAAAAjOs\/NWqzlTjK3-A4bdsB0ZouhfbDqPXGE6jFgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0557.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wq5U_DALBqE\/XdpGFKd5xRI\/AAAAAAAAjOs\/NWqzlTjK3-A4bdsB0ZouhfbDqPXGE6jFgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0557.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-b9-crnp0Nbo\/XdpFn7rzxAI\/AAAAAAAAjOk\/5nBlkAKMvykdzDxRy1pij_yRYnZFDq6NgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0555.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-b9-crnp0Nbo\/XdpFn7rzxAI\/AAAAAAAAjOk\/5nBlkAKMvykdzDxRy1pij_yRYnZFDq6NgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0555.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nOverall, the Expo 70' Commemorative Park is a great value for money. It is huge and you can easily spend an entire day here if you wish to explore all the attractions in the park. We did not managed to see the whole park because we only spent 4 hours here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DTVNGfM5OEY\/XdjosjRKXwI\/AAAAAAAAjGg\/Lm9tMWEWX6kGDv4mf0xPtzz2XG4TNhC1gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_150954.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DTVNGfM5OEY\/XdjosjRKXwI\/AAAAAAAAjGg\/Lm9tMWEWX6kGDv4mf0xPtzz2XG4TNhC1gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_150954.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gGaaA0rqr5c\/XdjsWSQ3MkI\/AAAAAAAAjHM\/7ln2TRUUVOEpPK2vbt-o2vG-o9WCMVMLgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_143709%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gGaaA0rqr5c\/XdjsWSQ3MkI\/AAAAAAAAjHM\/7ln2TRUUVOEpPK2vbt-o2vG-o9WCMVMLgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_143709%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLeaving the park, we took the train back to Osaka-Namba Station. It was late afternoon and we were already very hungry. After walking around, we decided to have our lunch at a Tempura chain called Ebinoya. There are a few branches in Osaka and we visited their Namba Park branch.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1XL9arjMFLc\/XdjrY7GzXYI\/AAAAAAAAjHA\/yzgpHpRVUzgfoJBC5JaxTpbM_6NloiKRQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_144436.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1XL9arjMFLc\/XdjrY7GzXYI\/AAAAAAAAjHA\/yzgpHpRVUzgfoJBC5JaxTpbM_6NloiKRQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_144436.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E950 Yen\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KysSqgFsfR8\/XdjqkOPHdjI\/AAAAAAAAjG4\/TChTzwSyZ-E3gYphdurfBLoX9Vu48jVLgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_144810.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KysSqgFsfR8\/XdjqkOPHdjI\/AAAAAAAAjG4\/TChTzwSyZ-E3gYphdurfBLoX9Vu48jVLgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_144810.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E1,058 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe restaurant serves a great variety of tempura set meals which usually comes with rice or soba noodles and Japanese clam soup. Food was terrific! The tempura were freshly fried upon order and they were really light, crispy and not greasy at all. I love the dipping sauce as well. It goes really well with the tempura.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nService was also quick and price was fairly affordable. I think this was one of the best tempura lunch we had in Japan so far.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter lunch, we collected our luggage from Yamato Transport Service counter at OCAT before heading to check in our Airbnb apartment located near Namba Parks. It is located in a residential area, off the main road, away from the noisy traffic.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6LKF0Yl7-3k\/XdjnGZ3x9WI\/AAAAAAAAjGQ\/9bN1ADa95actOEOZjiV-ploP-jaHKxo-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0573.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6LKF0Yl7-3k\/XdjnGZ3x9WI\/AAAAAAAAjGQ\/9bN1ADa95actOEOZjiV-ploP-jaHKxo-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0573.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nOur one bedroom studio apartment was pretty spacious by Japanese standard. Modernly furnished, it was well-equipped with everything that you will possibly need for a comfortable stay. The door opens to a long hallway leading to the living area, and to the right, you will find a separate toilet and bathroom.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UIhEB1IHK6s\/Xdop2zZDEzI\/AAAAAAAAjK8\/gUHgbcZ9yY8MLT7v5RcrCJnjmgXHaAo0wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0563.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UIhEB1IHK6s\/Xdop2zZDEzI\/AAAAAAAAjK8\/gUHgbcZ9yY8MLT7v5RcrCJnjmgXHaAo0wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0563.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe high-tech toilet is equipped with a washlet that comes with a sensor, which is able to detect our presence and automatically lifts the toilet cover up without touching. Toilet seat is also heated so we do not have to worry about the unbearable cold.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-t7mfZ9UvGc4\/XdouRHd__mI\/AAAAAAAAjLs\/D7Uf9aHmmG0rcOAa1IJcyeYUOGpD3SqhgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0584.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-t7mfZ9UvGc4\/XdouRHd__mI\/AAAAAAAAjLs\/D7Uf9aHmmG0rcOAa1IJcyeYUOGpD3SqhgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0584.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SmM7ksF24jI\/XdozFhB2B9I\/AAAAAAAAjME\/Ib1x_5MHmDgCQr-PNJUjwKJNdeVBE7UYgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0567.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SmM7ksF24jI\/XdozFhB2B9I\/AAAAAAAAjME\/Ib1x_5MHmDgCQr-PNJUjwKJNdeVBE7UYgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0567.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe bathroom consists of a changing room which is equipped with a sink and washing machine and an actual bathroom that comes with a shower and a small soaking tub. Shower gel and shampoo are provided as well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oASiGw1zDfE\/Xdo0bp8iV9I\/AAAAAAAAjMQ\/lmX3WgxDDicD8ejQlxLIraWqHTKRTBNlQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0585.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oASiGw1zDfE\/Xdo0bp8iV9I\/AAAAAAAAjMQ\/lmX3WgxDDicD8ejQlxLIraWqHTKRTBNlQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0585.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xXGCq-IIvFA\/XdotXVESOpI\/AAAAAAAAjLg\/aFrh6hgzzIkzmicYN5xFNuFlCGQ47dkuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0581.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xXGCq-IIvFA\/XdotXVESOpI\/AAAAAAAAjLg\/aFrh6hgzzIkzmicYN5xFNuFlCGQ47dkuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0581.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XiDttSFHOX4\/XdoxZ2IXnqI\/AAAAAAAAjL4\/--D_yR4r2sczQTHKsUFFJxKvB0RDCq2GACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0579.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XiDttSFHOX4\/XdoxZ2IXnqI\/AAAAAAAAjL4\/--D_yR4r2sczQTHKsUFFJxKvB0RDCq2GACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0579.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe main room serves as a living, dining and bedroom. The living area comes with a comes with sofa, small table and a balcony. Next to the living area is the kitchenette and sleeping area. The kitchenette is simply a counter with a sink and cabinets along the wall. There was no stove provided for cooking since you will be sleeping in the same room. I believe no one would like to stay in a room that smell of food. But basic cutleries and utensils are provided so that we can buy some food back to eat. There is a refrigerator as well for us to keep our drinks chilled.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\nThe sleeping area comes with a large comfortable double bed. It does not have a built in closet but it was not necessary for us.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis was by far one of my most favorite Airbnb apartment we had stayed in Japan. The location was great and it was really clean and quiet. We also like that it is fitted with digital lock so we do not have to carry the keys around with us.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter taking a short rest, we walked to Dotonbori for food and shopping. It has been three years since we last came here and we were surprised that so much have changed over the years. Dotonbori is still jam packed with restaurants and shops, but we find many of them were repetitive. Even so, it was still\ncrazily crowded with tourists.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-foYE8EWwNRE\/XdjmY5kuqJI\/AAAAAAAAjGA\/OMH1Zs9jk80IK0ANBYcONZBKl1Fd4F8GwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_173539.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-foYE8EWwNRE\/XdjmY5kuqJI\/AAAAAAAAjGA\/OMH1Zs9jk80IK0ANBYcONZBKl1Fd4F8GwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_173539.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhile strolling down the street, we noticed that there were quite a number of stalls and restaurants that specialize in Kobe Beef. We decided to try out Wanomiya Kobe Beef, which offers A5 grade Kobe Beef in different cuts. A5 is the highest grade of wagyu you can get in Japan, so naturally, it is the most expensive too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0HzsfC4LQfQ\/Xdjowrmx4NI\/AAAAAAAAjGk\/wTUxyWG-PYkPqi1ieN4YHj03WF6-FuANACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_174019.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0HzsfC4LQfQ\/Xdjowrmx4NI\/AAAAAAAAjGk\/wTUxyWG-PYkPqi1ieN4YHj03WF6-FuANACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_174019.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E2,800Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe ordered the tender red meat and got a small plate of it with about 6-8 pieces. It was served with a dipping sauce, which goes absolutely well with the meat. The meat was amazingly delicious with a melt-in mouth texture. We would definitely buy another plate of it if the price is not so expensive.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-V1c7oOzjRSg\/XdjvhvTrINI\/AAAAAAAAjIE\/E-OPgGQP2NkpUtnnJMV_1Xrp_ikC-mSQgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_192123.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-V1c7oOzjRSg\/XdjvhvTrINI\/AAAAAAAAjIE\/E-OPgGQP2NkpUtnnJMV_1Xrp_ikC-mSQgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_192123.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe had our dinner at an Izakaya named Daikichi. The restaurant is pretty small and has an open kitchen behind the counter. We were seated at a cramped table at the entrance.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe restaurant has an English menu with some photos. Some items on the menu are incorrectly or strangely translated to English, but at least, you will roughly know what you are ordering. The restaurant serves a variety of small dishes and price is pretty affordable. We spent 2,200 Yen for 5 small dishes. The good thing is you can try a lot of different dishes at the same time.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GDWzKXpRu04\/XdjydBAJxFI\/AAAAAAAAjIs\/te7ZZtHJv0Qo92xOB89zHeq1CNMkbXHHACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_184938.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GDWzKXpRu04\/XdjydBAJxFI\/AAAAAAAAjIs\/te7ZZtHJv0Qo92xOB89zHeq1CNMkbXHHACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_184938.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E200 Yen each\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFor drink, we ordered Oolong tea. Well, most of the Japanese will order alcohol at an Izakaya. After all, it is a Japanese-style pub meant for after-work drinking.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Hxsy_GaJiE\/XdjzSAF1DNI\/AAAAAAAAjI0\/PPgzjAz6lXYOyw53GJUeLz3iMeDS3w-NwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_185629.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Hxsy_GaJiE\/XdjzSAF1DNI\/AAAAAAAAjI0\/PPgzjAz6lXYOyw53GJUeLz3iMeDS3w-NwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_185629.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe ordered a plate of Sashimi to try. It was served with soy sauce, wasabi paste and seaweed. The Sashimi was very fresh and melt in mouth.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-en7ekAk6i3M\/Xdjx8kySMaI\/AAAAAAAAjIk\/QQXEgyWSKu8hYQI7vkfBLCBIjxobDiEFACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_190133.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-en7ekAk6i3M\/Xdjx8kySMaI\/AAAAAAAAjIk\/QQXEgyWSKu8hYQI7vkfBLCBIjxobDiEFACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_190133.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice:\u003C\/b\u003E 450 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTo fill our stomach, we ordered stir fried noodles. You can choose whether you like it sweet or salty.\nWe chose salty because we are not a fan of sweet sauce. But it was too salty to eat and we struggled to finish all of it.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vTD3KectG2g\/XdjvG1gualI\/AAAAAAAAjH8\/CkoWgjR4_0cYNp-uLuQcqXcgQZpJE6_2QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_190542.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vTD3KectG2g\/XdjvG1gualI\/AAAAAAAAjH8\/CkoWgjR4_0cYNp-uLuQcqXcgQZpJE6_2QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_190542.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPrice: 400 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe stir fry scallops was also salty and we had a hard time trying to finish the entire plate of it too. It seems that Izakaya food is usually more salty because it is meant to go well with beer or wine.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ey_peQ8xKN0\/Xdjw8aWKvXI\/AAAAAAAAjIc\/4jeijNs6xQ49W2hvmqK1z2OeY8LOgw-pwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_190837.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ey_peQ8xKN0\/Xdjw8aWKvXI\/AAAAAAAAjIc\/4jeijNs6xQ49W2hvmqK1z2OeY8LOgw-pwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_190837.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPrice: 120 Yen each\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe ordered fried chicken on skewer too because I am craving for fried food. The chicken was perfectly fried and well seasoned but a little oily.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cQf8c-3f_8A\/Xdjz4XXuTjI\/AAAAAAAAjI8\/mr4ogi2_7UcVVkZTSOn91lZkDGqoV2EMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190402_185931.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cQf8c-3f_8A\/Xdjz4XXuTjI\/AAAAAAAAjI8\/mr4ogi2_7UcVVkZTSOn91lZkDGqoV2EMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190402_185931.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E330 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe also had clam soup with sake broth to warm our body up in the cold weather. This was really nice. It was fresh and flavorful.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nmbSJIynHmw\/Xdj0KrHmZnI\/AAAAAAAAjJE\/x3c6ebHoM00mo8YU0MHj0we6j7NSLb6MQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_210042_mh1554298466118.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nmbSJIynHmw\/Xdj0KrHmZnI\/AAAAAAAAjJE\/x3c6ebHoM00mo8YU0MHj0we6j7NSLb6MQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_210042_mh1554298466118.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPrice: \u003Cb\u003E2,700 Yen\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter dinner, we walked aimlessly around the street; went into one of the supermarket and just happened to see these strawberries on sale. I bought these immediately because I have been wanting to try these pretty and large Japanese strawberries out.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZXakKLA5rv4\/Xdj0_U1YkII\/AAAAAAAAjJU\/C5338_j8H8wyjUs89CPcvc7aqHPqEgaJQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190403_210925.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZXakKLA5rv4\/Xdj0_U1YkII\/AAAAAAAAjJU\/C5338_j8H8wyjUs89CPcvc7aqHPqEgaJQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190403_210925.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe white strawberries taste like heaven! It smell very sweet and the skin is very soft and juicy. But the sweetness is not too overpowering or candylike. Instead it leaves a fresh aftertaste.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe light pink ones are slightly less sweet but the skin is very soft like the white ones as well. I actually love the pink ones more than the white ones because of its light sweetness\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe red ones, on the other hand, are sour sweet and not as soft as the white or pink ones.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/565979463256728479\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/11\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-expo-70.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/565979463256728479"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/565979463256728479"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/11\/japan-2019-osaka-osaka-expo-70.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Osaka: Osaka Expo 70' Commemorative Park + Osaka Airbnb + Dotonbori"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0bNTsnpVwTo\/Xawetb8S6hI\/AAAAAAAAi7k\/gJzj_84xCC8Tj9hQO57A1fnHoxB1AFE6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/DSC_0549.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Osaka, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"34.6937249 135.50225350000005"},"georss$box":{"$t":"34.4847959 135.17953000000006 34.9026539 135.82497700000005"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6786311366291918167.post-8314470580417832584"},"published":{"$t":"2019-10-12T00:11:00.006-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-10-14T18:07:30.728-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travels"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"[Japan 2019] Kyoto: The Philosopher's Path + Keage Incline"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZkEnw1q-pPk\/XX8zS09cTcI\/AAAAAAAAirM\/wxu5XXhc2t0VRUHWqmJVIF1J-lJ4rfGGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0250.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZkEnw1q-pPk\/XX8zS09cTcI\/AAAAAAAAirM\/wxu5XXhc2t0VRUHWqmJVIF1J-lJ4rfGGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0250.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPhoto By: \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/\"\u003EElin Chow\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe visited the Philosopher's Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi in Japanese) on the fifth day of our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N trip to Japan\u003C\/a\u003E. The Philosopher's Path is a walking trail in Kyoto that is famous for cherry blossom viewing. It is well known for its colorful foliage in autumn as well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dYBIQMZyop0\/XX820fkFtpI\/AAAAAAAAir8\/IERxCg5Me3UuXrw2vKPcAujqLtM4mls2QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_082911%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dYBIQMZyop0\/XX820fkFtpI\/AAAAAAAAir8\/IERxCg5Me3UuXrw2vKPcAujqLtM4mls2QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_082911%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E470 Yen (Sausage Muffin Set) | 500 Yen (Filet-O-Fish Set)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nWe started off at 8.30 am this morning and ate our breakfast at Mcdonalds ay Kyoto Station. Mcdonalds was crazily crowded during breakfast hours but luckily, we still managed to find two empty seats. I ordered the Filet-O Fish while my husband had the Sausage McMuffin set.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kDUXRCEqseg\/XX84O55Hl3I\/AAAAAAAAisI\/T4YDQEoZYAIRlM2Rxh0BFfRICw0CJM6_QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0223.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kDUXRCEqseg\/XX84O55Hl3I\/AAAAAAAAisI\/T4YDQEoZYAIRlM2Rxh0BFfRICw0CJM6_QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0223.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe Philosopher's Path is located in Northern Higashiyama district of Kyoto. The easiest way to get from Kyoto Station to the Philosopher's Path is by bus 5, 17 or 100. There are no train stations nearby.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI suggest taking bus 5 instead of bus 100 to get to Ginkakuji. Bus 100 is always crowded with local residents and tourists. From Kyoto Station, it will take about 25 minutes to get to Ginkakuji (depending on the traffic). You will need to alight at Ginkakuji-mae bus stop and the fare is 230 Yen.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFrom Ginkakuji-mae bus stop, it is about a 2 minutes walk to the Philosopher's Path. Simply follow the crowds or Google Maps to find your way there.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xIqr9CqJuCw\/XaE9mxy3O_I\/AAAAAAAAizo\/NgPVXHm9O_YuuLidKlcqDTSNwfpuweSwgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0254.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xIqr9CqJuCw\/XaE9mxy3O_I\/AAAAAAAAizo\/NgPVXHm9O_YuuLidKlcqDTSNwfpuweSwgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0254.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bUyfzRRZibY\/XX9CA062UTI\/AAAAAAAAitQ\/GKP735TFnxQo0_luB06FfFdu8BUEQFr3wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/uri_mh1554126444470%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1201\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bUyfzRRZibY\/XX9CA062UTI\/AAAAAAAAitQ\/GKP735TFnxQo0_luB06FfFdu8BUEQFr3wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/uri_mh1554126444470%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Philosopher's Path is one of the most popular cherry blossoms viewing spots in Kyoto. The two kilometres long stone paved path follows a canal which is lined by hundreds of cherry trees. It got its name from Nishida Kitaro, a 20th century Japanese philosopher and a professor at Kyoto University. He is said to walk this route to practice mediation everyday.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HTEeb559fZ4\/XaFmYgHQOZI\/AAAAAAAAi3A\/trYD5QrVmdspcGjUacuSGzTmtAWNU5UuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0245.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HTEeb559fZ4\/XaFmYgHQOZI\/AAAAAAAAi3A\/trYD5QrVmdspcGjUacuSGzTmtAWNU5UuwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0245.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rOmhhccxG9U\/XaFnlq-Io5I\/AAAAAAAAi3Q\/pcIJ4ik6HTsv2bQxTOaW-JDmHA93HocdgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0248.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rOmhhccxG9U\/XaFnlq-Io5I\/AAAAAAAAi3Q\/pcIJ4ik6HTsv2bQxTOaW-JDmHA93HocdgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0248.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThe path begins around Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and ends in the neighbourhood of Nanzenji and can be explored entirely by foot. You can start from either end, but we prefer to start at Ginkakuji since we planned to take the train back to Kyoto Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Nff24tsYRk\/XaFkIiNBqHI\/AAAAAAAAi2o\/Ar9W7Irr63gEjtcOL3_g2YtvCVcieLo0gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0252.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0Nff24tsYRk\/XaFkIiNBqHI\/AAAAAAAAi2o\/Ar9W7Irr63gEjtcOL3_g2YtvCVcieLo0gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0252.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nIn spring, both locals and foreign tourists flock here to see the beauty of the cherry blossoms, so it can get pretty crowded. The path has no opening or closing hours, which means you can do the walk at any time of the day you want. But you might want to do it early in the morning or late in the evening when the shrines and temples are not open if you wish to avoid the crowds.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1a9GNAWsNqg\/XX8z0YnW8zI\/AAAAAAAAirY\/qHTKnwZFEjQm1W8-PJGetGYfKMPDcWubACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0265.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1a9GNAWsNqg\/XX8z0YnW8zI\/AAAAAAAAirY\/qHTKnwZFEjQm1W8-PJGetGYfKMPDcWubACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0265.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VCJLBdVhAY0\/XaForAD-fpI\/AAAAAAAAi3Y\/ds8welPZ4x0Y32OT1UyixFLhZBO5QNAwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0260.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VCJLBdVhAY0\/XaForAD-fpI\/AAAAAAAAi3Y\/ds8welPZ4x0Y32OT1UyixFLhZBO5QNAwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0260.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nAlong the path, you will find plenty of restaurants, cafes and shops, as well as a number of smaller temples and shrines. Some of the temples and shrines have beautiful grounds and gardens but they are often skipped by visitors.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rIMS6vkDz9s\/XYXqL2YcMsI\/AAAAAAAAizA\/DyAf1jcQvCMPzaC9Fhe3vrUgafD60tMXwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_114408_mr1569032157685.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rIMS6vkDz9s\/XYXqL2YcMsI\/AAAAAAAAizA\/DyAf1jcQvCMPzaC9Fhe3vrUgafD60tMXwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_114408_mr1569032157685.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gyN-hscMuXM\/XX8z5ObtcNI\/AAAAAAAAirc\/4xCjXa88gJc0HCQckaLAd1nQnuDFfDR9gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0277.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gyN-hscMuXM\/XX8z5ObtcNI\/AAAAAAAAirc\/4xCjXa88gJc0HCQckaLAd1nQnuDFfDR9gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0277.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nHowever, you might not have the time to visit all the shrines and temples on this path. Most people would usually choose to visit some of the famous ones. Notable among all these are Ginkakuji, Honen-in, Eikan-do Zenrin-ji and Nanjenji. But we did not visit any of them because we were not interested in shrines and temples.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere are many side roads that lead to small shops that sell Kimonos, authentic local crafts and souvenirs. You will find yourself getting lost for hours in these shops.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f8sKpSDUWkE\/XYXXfGVfXbI\/AAAAAAAAiwQ\/a05G14bE_xorMwgxnjsjDMZAC9eo-fsAgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_114104.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f8sKpSDUWkE\/XYXXfGVfXbI\/AAAAAAAAiwQ\/a05G14bE_xorMwgxnjsjDMZAC9eo-fsAgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_114104.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5VP_uba91OQ\/XX9JRKJFZHI\/AAAAAAAAiuA\/tT6TqPtID9kAVr4TE2XxXdjwCezXPf2QQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_111349.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5VP_uba91OQ\/XX9JRKJFZHI\/AAAAAAAAiuA\/tT6TqPtID9kAVr4TE2XxXdjwCezXPf2QQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_111349.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hnmvmkik_Sk\/XaFJh5IzcpI\/AAAAAAAAi0Y\/_SOAaqoyloQN3TOIaILNSDW0HedZwODfwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0241.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hnmvmkik_Sk\/XaFJh5IzcpI\/AAAAAAAAi0Y\/_SOAaqoyloQN3TOIaILNSDW0HedZwODfwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0241.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mahix-_r5ak\/XaFKXJabD-I\/AAAAAAAAi0g\/_I0IMNdRcpM8vzLfRcIT1vh5tDyYjFIgACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0287.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mahix-_r5ak\/XaFKXJabD-I\/AAAAAAAAi0g\/_I0IMNdRcpM8vzLfRcIT1vh5tDyYjFIgACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0287.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-65ui6pkjSS0\/XaFYUbcLJ6I\/AAAAAAAAi1M\/vMUkeWKT6yMRQgTvlR2y7R3MhTwc4R6lwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_122221_mr1570851653134.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-65ui6pkjSS0\/XaFYUbcLJ6I\/AAAAAAAAi1M\/vMUkeWKT6yMRQgTvlR2y7R3MhTwc4R6lwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_122221_mr1570851653134.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAlong the path, you will also find a lot of small bridges across the canal where you can walk over and take some pictures. This will enable you to enjoy the beautiful scenery from a different perspective.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uX7HDDsa_Ko\/XaFcC5oKhlI\/AAAAAAAAi1w\/7kK8Qa0yzHoNOsOkVjjHVN4E6ipBTslSQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0290.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uX7HDDsa_Ko\/XaFcC5oKhlI\/AAAAAAAAi1w\/7kK8Qa0yzHoNOsOkVjjHVN4E6ipBTslSQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0290.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B0Vu1adq_E8\/XaFaxT55H1I\/AAAAAAAAi1g\/tJkJFuUdKI8YDMBD_b8HfrG4_MIFohVOgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0304.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B0Vu1adq_E8\/XaFaxT55H1I\/AAAAAAAAi1g\/tJkJFuUdKI8YDMBD_b8HfrG4_MIFohVOgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0304.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLocated across the bridge, on the other side of the path are mostly private homes. It will be nice to stay at one of these homes along the path.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kz3q73el0v8\/XX82BBN2q_I\/AAAAAAAAir0\/csIKOKCslU86YFWHrdp9MLW2xyV-Wzs6gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_105321%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kz3q73el0v8\/XX82BBN2q_I\/AAAAAAAAir0\/csIKOKCslU86YFWHrdp9MLW2xyV-Wzs6gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_105321%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice:\u003C\/b\u003E 350 Yen \/ piece\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFeeling a little hungry, we bought some steamed buns from one of the food stalls at a small shopping street leading to Ginkakuji. It was so delicious. Nothing makes a cold day feels better than a piping hot steam bun!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-omj1EgJ06vY\/XaFG3REzAVI\/AAAAAAAAi0I\/INLhB62HR8YrNTq4BSJA3FUsLHQcSf04QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0320.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-omj1EgJ06vY\/XaFG3REzAVI\/AAAAAAAAi0I\/INLhB62HR8YrNTq4BSJA3FUsLHQcSf04QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0320.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nAlong the way, there are also a number of vending machines along the way, as well as little food carts to get some snacks..\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VIitGKLo5Io\/XX8vX7S4TGI\/AAAAAAAAiq8\/tTJx61Miv_YhwtDkHZ4IYQzGEiQHGIhGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_122403.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VIitGKLo5Io\/XX8vX7S4TGI\/AAAAAAAAiq8\/tTJx61Miv_YhwtDkHZ4IYQzGEiQHGIhGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_122403.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIt takes about 30 minutes to complete the walk, but usually, most people will take longer than that. There are more than 500 cherry trees planted along the path. It was a mesmerizing sight with hundreds of cherry blossom in full bloom swaying back and forth in the cool April air, transforming the whole neighbourhood into an ocean of pink. You can easily easily spend a day wandering the cherry blossoms lined stone path while visiting the countless of shops, shrines and temples you found along the way.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mU5UpFfJiyM\/XX9GOJqPqPI\/AAAAAAAAito\/zcnbaGGL6OgmwuIoKntSrc9GOUtExqt1gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_120809.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mU5UpFfJiyM\/XX9GOJqPqPI\/AAAAAAAAito\/zcnbaGGL6OgmwuIoKntSrc9GOUtExqt1gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_120809.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\nAs there are plenty of photo opportunities along the way, we were \u003Cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003Estopping every few steps take photos. In the end, it took us about two hours to do the walk.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MGD3A8jZnJ0\/XaFZEm5gkOI\/AAAAAAAAi1U\/JOPTCxxDfi0ky90mFwJBVVG6PHaljvvcgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0313.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MGD3A8jZnJ0\/XaFZEm5gkOI\/AAAAAAAAi1U\/JOPTCxxDfi0ky90mFwJBVVG6PHaljvvcgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0313.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oK3c6QliNQI\/XaFd7E6LetI\/AAAAAAAAi14\/sA_x4EOfSqEJhk8b_R0wsHOKh5fTdG0IQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0306.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oK3c6QliNQI\/XaFd7E6LetI\/AAAAAAAAi14\/sA_x4EOfSqEJhk8b_R0wsHOKh5fTdG0IQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0306.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nAlong the way, you will find a lot of benches as well where you can sit down, take a rest and enjoy the scenery. There is also a newer side street that runs next to paved stone path that is wheelchair accessible.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tXNOyKMqvRs\/XaFNQEJRHOI\/AAAAAAAAi0w\/XjsaOuwqXlMeBAVEUouCEiajD2yRr1H6ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_111852.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tXNOyKMqvRs\/XaFNQEJRHOI\/AAAAAAAAi0w\/XjsaOuwqXlMeBAVEUouCEiajD2yRr1H6ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_111852.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-saj4VV7TbTU\/XaFu2EZnA4I\/AAAAAAAAi34\/u9d4uGZGmX4gmGc5FBJsp4Y6zb3GkR_iACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_121933_mr1570859974231.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-CCsW0a7HZzg\/XaFrCalAQgI\/AAAAAAAAi3o\/oXg4NMGrYzc5Loh1NGWoxptT5GT_1o9ngCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_124622.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Philosopher's Path is easily one of Japan's top scenic walk. We enjoyed listening to the sound of flowing water and chirping of the birds. The weather was rather unpredictable during spring. A warm and sunny day can turn cold and drizzly fast.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qh66AGbMsvM\/XaFWYouYznI\/AAAAAAAAi1E\/YosGGNTDNnQx4MxOaArgbpyUauVEb3FcQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0330.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qh66AGbMsvM\/XaFWYouYznI\/AAAAAAAAi1E\/YosGGNTDNnQx4MxOaArgbpyUauVEb3FcQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0330.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9_Hy98Jaf-8\/XaE-vE9QcSI\/AAAAAAAAizw\/ZsTg-v3XzX888mYy4qet744WqVob3Ro7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0343.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9_Hy98Jaf-8\/XaE-vE9QcSI\/AAAAAAAAizw\/ZsTg-v3XzX888mYy4qet744WqVob3Ro7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0343.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLocated at the end of Philosopher's Path is Nanzenji. Passing through a wooden gate, we entered at a large courtyard area with many scattered buildings and sub-temples.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EqPZPJBPxE4\/XX8_w4txdPI\/AAAAAAAAis4\/dL8aG9jt1pk0Ynx4I0GLnGjrY2ZIAMI3ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0352.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EqPZPJBPxE4\/XX8_w4txdPI\/AAAAAAAAis4\/dL8aG9jt1pk0Ynx4I0GLnGjrY2ZIAMI3ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0352.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAdmission to the spacious central temple grounds is free but separate fees will apply if you wish to enter the temple building, sub-temples and gardens. Comparing to many other famous temples in Kyoto, Nanzenji is definitely much less crowded.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe central grounds was very quiet and serene so you can really consider spending some time wandering around without entering the paid areas. I believe it will be quite an enjoyable experience too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Sz6sOflHW9M\/XaFAJctYFPI\/AAAAAAAAiz4\/Y6S62AlslCYx2-MwLGAjp6RoPiKiQ0iwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0355.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Sz6sOflHW9M\/XaFAJctYFPI\/AAAAAAAAiz4\/Y6S62AlslCYx2-MwLGAjp6RoPiKiQ0iwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0355.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dhwUvGYCPrU\/XX9A1kYjHxI\/AAAAAAAAitI\/iuKv7-_8cagy76HKsHZ3c9Er1hgIB8v5ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_121551.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dhwUvGYCPrU\/XX9A1kYjHxI\/AAAAAAAAitI\/iuKv7-_8cagy76HKsHZ3c9Er1hgIB8v5ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_121551.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UNtxVaHIWC4\/XX9MJMIAu3I\/AAAAAAAAiuU\/rmZ2T3Yay-8OEShpVlvvZw8Pak-MbxzdwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0358.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UNtxVaHIWC4\/XX9MJMIAu3I\/AAAAAAAAiuU\/rmZ2T3Yay-8OEShpVlvvZw8Pak-MbxzdwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0358.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4ypBUHRDvvA\/XaFBga5q1hI\/AAAAAAAAi0A\/Ik_xRIYJMBghNkFqInztiDZdj6fQHH9aACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0363.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4ypBUHRDvvA\/XaFBga5q1hI\/AAAAAAAAi0A\/Ik_xRIYJMBghNkFqInztiDZdj6fQHH9aACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0363.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nLeaving Nanzenji, we continue down a trail to Keage Incline, another famous cherry viewing spot in Kyoto.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BCw5Oat7Usw\/XX80XI01Q9I\/AAAAAAAAirs\/eL6LRgmi5G8YVkeJGATEewuLS7KbJ0EtACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0366.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-BCw5Oat7Usw\/XX80XI01Q9I\/AAAAAAAAirs\/eL6LRgmi5G8YVkeJGATEewuLS7KbJ0EtACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0366.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nKeage Incline is basically a disuse cargo railway that begins near Keage Station, which is located just 2 minutes walk away. The railway track is 582 metres long and about 10 minutes on foot. It was built for moving equipments and boats in the 1891, but was closed down in\u0026nbsp; 1948 due to the decrease in demand for transportation using ships.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M1UdqwxRGJg\/XX8-Gu0y9nI\/AAAAAAAAisw\/GMaAm-7nGIAL3AZR-CY-JHFpSrhmqSI9ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_132006.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-M1UdqwxRGJg\/XX8-Gu0y9nI\/AAAAAAAAisw\/GMaAm-7nGIAL3AZR-CY-JHFpSrhmqSI9ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_132006.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe railway track was later restored in 1977 to preserve its industrial heritage, and was designated as a National Heritage Site in 1996. It is now opened as a public space where people can take leisurely strolls. This is also a popular spot for wedding photography.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VRanYReTQiw\/XX9P9sFSejI\/AAAAAAAAiuk\/jdklqQzD7kIHhWs5NzszGl2ymbB7QildgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0379.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VRanYReTQiw\/XX9P9sFSejI\/AAAAAAAAiuk\/jdklqQzD7kIHhWs5NzszGl2ymbB7QildgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0379.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6wCEpk4SHoY\/XaF33XnNRLI\/AAAAAAAAi4c\/mIUBcmFGPEwLkomYy6Qmkwnn9eMrPF2wQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_132315_mr1570861504327.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6wCEpk4SHoY\/XaF33XnNRLI\/AAAAAAAAi4c\/mIUBcmFGPEwLkomYy6Qmkwnn9eMrPF2wQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_132315_mr1570861504327.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F28dqG1c6Gw\/XX9UYonNrsI\/AAAAAAAAiuw\/-uSSTldgZjgr01lCs4Y2UtsM8SlaWLJdACEwYBhgL\/s1600\/20190401_132559%25280%2529%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F28dqG1c6Gw\/XX9UYonNrsI\/AAAAAAAAiuw\/-uSSTldgZjgr01lCs4Y2UtsM8SlaWLJdACEwYBhgL\/s640\/20190401_132559%25280%2529%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nToday, Keage Incline is also one of the famous cherry blossoms viewing spots in Kyoto that is loved by both the locals and foreign tourists. Many tourists visit this area because it is located near to many of the famous shrines and temples like Heian Shrine, Nanzenji and Eikan-do Zenrin-ji.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rujhCYqF1fo\/XaFw37I23-I\/AAAAAAAAi4A\/TjxanmmEggQGAZ-dLkRkVPlxROmamAvWgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_133459.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rujhCYqF1fo\/XaFw37I23-I\/AAAAAAAAi4A\/TjxanmmEggQGAZ-dLkRkVPlxROmamAvWgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_133459.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qtfc8y2aFiA\/XYXSPSLFbKI\/AAAAAAAAiv4\/lnSYbqu-7NsOu1TxXbIQd5pxWd6_NOoKACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_133546.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qtfc8y2aFiA\/XYXSPSLFbKI\/AAAAAAAAiv4\/lnSYbqu-7NsOu1TxXbIQd5pxWd6_NOoKACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_133546.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZGmykbfhJ3Q\/XaF11C8zvLI\/AAAAAAAAi4I\/j1qtILpKg5sXyPh1GzPIbMZhSzRydi7cgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_133644.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZGmykbfhJ3Q\/XaF11C8zvLI\/AAAAAAAAi4I\/j1qtILpKg5sXyPh1GzPIbMZhSzRydi7cgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_133644.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere are various access point to the incline route. If you are arriving from Nanzenji, it will be an uphill walk to the Keage Station. The Keage Station is the highest point of the Incline. You will find beautiful rows of cherry blossom trees lined on both side of the railway track at the higher end. Just like the Philosopher's Path, most of the cherry trees here have not yet reached full bloom. But still, it was such a stunning sight to see!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_2g6w7OkF38\/XX88_7hYPII\/AAAAAAAAisg\/9tTGdFkZEmkymY2rmBOFJgcb6Ri1WxOCwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0389.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_2g6w7OkF38\/XX88_7hYPII\/AAAAAAAAisg\/9tTGdFkZEmkymY2rmBOFJgcb6Ri1WxOCwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0389.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe rail road is entirely unpaved, which makes it impossible to access with a wheelchair. It will be hard for people with walking disabilities to walk the railway track.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3IrxN6Mz-Oo\/XX9Kge977ZI\/AAAAAAAAiuI\/G24IWUKpnP0g8sT8py8GGYGVLtqgIr-XACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_134208.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3IrxN6Mz-Oo\/XX9Kge977ZI\/AAAAAAAAiuI\/G24IWUKpnP0g8sT8py8GGYGVLtqgIr-XACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_134208.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\nThe pink cherry blossoms create a stunning contrast to the old railway track. You will like walking through a pink tunnel of cherry blossoms. It was incredibly beautiful! But unfortunately, it started to drizzle again while we were halfway along the track. So we ran our way up, looking for shelter.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8d79nQAC-Rg\/XX9YyRtYtSI\/AAAAAAAAivE\/4GXB0CVNRp4mLkA27yj-8yHpfskCO_ZYQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0399.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8d79nQAC-Rg\/XX9YyRtYtSI\/AAAAAAAAivE\/4GXB0CVNRp4mLkA27yj-8yHpfskCO_ZYQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0399.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EEFqJq69sAM\/XX9D1wJYXWI\/AAAAAAAAitY\/FYwoCyL_Br4Xs0nXAKae2pT3dUoPdWkeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_140053_mh1554427535629.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1201\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EEFqJq69sAM\/XX9D1wJYXWI\/AAAAAAAAitY\/FYwoCyL_Br4Xs0nXAKae2pT3dUoPdWkeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_140053_mh1554427535629.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe rain stopped after 15 minutes. But the sky remained grey and gloomy while the wind blew fiercely on our face. The crowds have thinned out a little due to the sudden rain. It felt peaceful, but we left right as the sky was too grey to take any nice photos.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nOverall, it was quite an unique experience walking along a railway tracks covered with cherry blossoms. I really recommend visiting the Keage Incline together with the Philosopher's Path. We spent about 4 hours walking around and taking tons of photos in this area. But we would have stayed longer if the weather had been better.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7gjfLloM93w\/XYXYDtkXE3I\/AAAAAAAAiwg\/ptcDiRBXH9YdlnuqBOprLyyYDWs8Hy1gQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0409.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7gjfLloM93w\/XYXYDtkXE3I\/AAAAAAAAiwg\/ptcDiRBXH9YdlnuqBOprLyyYDWs8Hy1gQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0409.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nEnding our walk at Keage Station, we took the train back to Kyoto Station. To get from Keage Station to Kyoto Station, you will first need to take the Kyoto subway Tozai Line to Karusumaoike Station. Then transfer to Kyoto subway Karasuma Line to Kyoto Station. The journey will take about 15 minutes and costs 260 Yen.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E_-LXvIKRE8\/XYXXkWzUHAI\/AAAAAAAAiwU\/_f1zD2qbJqk8pBB0BCPT2qqACWfEdZeNgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/DSC_0410.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E_-LXvIKRE8\/XYXXkWzUHAI\/AAAAAAAAiwU\/_f1zD2qbJqk8pBB0BCPT2qqACWfEdZeNgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/DSC_0410.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWe had a late lunch at a Izakaya restaurant called Magobei. The restaurant is located at Miyako Michi, a shopping mall on the south west side of Kyoto Kintetsu Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wBSulPAMpLQ\/XYXZXXzwUZI\/AAAAAAAAiwo\/Z-xIRtQZ1tcKmBFHF9B1mm-qc6f6AcmkACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_135406.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wBSulPAMpLQ\/XYXZXXzwUZI\/AAAAAAAAiwo\/Z-xIRtQZ1tcKmBFHF9B1mm-qc6f6AcmkACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_135406.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nSince it was late afternoon, the restaurant was quite empty. It offers reasonable priced set meals that will leave you satisfied and happy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-L0YI7FCpVTQ\/XYXaPkFEOGI\/AAAAAAAAiww\/Hdk7u098gXQIIWFxeVp2Q_Hc-xZ7dgnPwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_140734.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-L0YI7FCpVTQ\/XYXaPkFEOGI\/AAAAAAAAiww\/Hdk7u098gXQIIWFxeVp2Q_Hc-xZ7dgnPwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_140734.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nI ordered a fried chicken cutlet set, which is served with some side salads, miso soup, pickles and rice. The chicken cutlet was nicely fried. Every piece of the meat is crispy on the outside but tender and juicy on the inside. The portion size was pretty huge as well and I have trouble finishing everything on the plate.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ETL0r3YFtWc\/XYXbWdPa21I\/AAAAAAAAixA\/bEoOXpgLZZ0VKMxQQNtD4kpEyoAN-VlvQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_140803.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ETL0r3YFtWc\/XYXbWdPa21I\/AAAAAAAAixA\/bEoOXpgLZZ0VKMxQQNtD4kpEyoAN-VlvQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_140803.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nMy husband ordered pan-fried salmon set, which served with side salads, miso soup, pickles, cold tofu and rice. The salmon was fresh but a little too salty. Nevertheless, it still goes really well with the rice.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter lunch, we spent the rest of the day shopping at Kyoto Station. You might want to read my \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/05\/japan-2019-snacks-beauty-shopping-haul.html\"\u003EJapan Haul post\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;if you are interested to know what we bought at Kyoto Station.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KGCOAcP9AdA\/XYXb3mFQnBI\/AAAAAAAAixI\/OlThjqndv483N5YbdK4p_kE4QQ54p56nwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_200835.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KGCOAcP9AdA\/XYXb3mFQnBI\/AAAAAAAAixI\/OlThjqndv483N5YbdK4p_kE4QQ54p56nwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_200835.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E680 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAs we were still feeling full from our late lunch, we decided to get some take-away sushi from Sushi no Musashi for dinner. Sushi no Musashi is a casual conveyor belt sushi bar located at Asty Square, a shopping arcade near the Shinkansen ticket gates at Kyoto Station. It is considered as one of the best conveyor belt sushi in Kyoto with always a long queue in front of the restaurant.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou can either choose to wait in the line for a seat or take out at the front counter. The restaurant offers a great selection of sushi to go options, ranging from traditional sushi rolls, nigiri, makizushi and gunkan-maki.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VPsxLHoOWdw\/XYXcccDv05I\/AAAAAAAAixQ\/NXp1yM_VAi0QlldClSSp5pR6uND6q_NqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190401_200922.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VPsxLHoOWdw\/XYXcccDv05I\/AAAAAAAAixQ\/NXp1yM_VAi0QlldClSSp5pR6uND6q_NqACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190401_200922.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E315 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe sushi were very fresh and food quality were really good. But most importantly, the price was incredibly affordable as well. I would really recommend this restaurant to those who wish to try some good quality but affordable sushi in Kyoto.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/8314470580417832584\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/10\/japan-2019-kyoto-philosophers-path.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/8314470580417832584"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/8314470580417832584"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/10\/japan-2019-kyoto-philosophers-path.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Kyoto: The Philosopher's Path + Keage Incline"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZkEnw1q-pPk\/XX8zS09cTcI\/AAAAAAAAirM\/wxu5XXhc2t0VRUHWqmJVIF1J-lJ4rfGGgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/DSC_0250.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kyoto, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"35.011564 135.76814890000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"34.5958405 135.12270240000004 35.4272875 136.41359540000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6786311366291918167.post-3239118586291438312"},"published":{"$t":"2019-09-09T01:17:00.008-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-10-12T23:10:12.881-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travels"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"[Japan 2019] Kyoto: Kyoto Botanical Garden (Kyoto Shokubutsuen) Cherry Blossom Illumination"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dSAZduShzVs\/XXX6fycnZ8I\/AAAAAAAAipk\/E2iz9JcwmZUIX4_2ZVw2DyGn86Y42fw3gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0217.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dSAZduShzVs\/XXX6fycnZ8I\/AAAAAAAAipk\/E2iz9JcwmZUIX4_2ZVw2DyGn86Y42fw3gCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0217.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPhoto By: \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/\"\u003EElin Chow\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAfter dropping our bags at our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/08\/japan-2019-getting-from-tokyo-to-kyoto.html\"\u003EAirbnb apartment in Kyoto\u003C\/a\u003E,\u0026nbsp;we headed out to Kyoto Botanical Garden to see the cherry blossoms at night. The garden is one of the lesser known tourist attraction in Kyoto.\nIf you type \"Kyoto attractions\" on Google, there is a high possibility that Kyoto Botanical Garden will not be in the list.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nKyoto Botanical Garden is the oldest and most diverse botanical garden in Japan that is built on 240,000 metre square of land donated by the wealthy Mitsui family of bankers and financiers to commemorate the enthronement of Emperor Taisho in 1924.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe garden is located right next to Kamo river of Kyoto and easily accessible by train from Kyoto station. From Kyoto station, take the Karasuma Line subway to Kitayama station. The journey takes about 15 minutes and cost 290 Yen. From Kitayama station, it is a 5 minutes walk to Kyoto Botanical Garden.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-r0__TkGhxM8\/XWo0_iu3wdI\/AAAAAAAAil8\/Rs_B9AsN-msVm_A1VfIQR7Fy_R4HwKw2ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0163.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-r0__TkGhxM8\/XWo0_iu3wdI\/AAAAAAAAil8\/Rs_B9AsN-msVm_A1VfIQR7Fy_R4HwKw2ACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0163.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--sThqhA5fTQ\/XWoxXCQJuEI\/AAAAAAAAilY\/anw9Nz1lcfEljinI5lRSEUEEIzCRilPGgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_165315.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--sThqhA5fTQ\/XWoxXCQJuEI\/AAAAAAAAilY\/anw9Nz1lcfEljinI5lRSEUEEIzCRilPGgCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_165315.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAdmission fee to Kyoto Botanical Garden\u0026nbsp;is 200 Yen. You have pay an additional 200 Yen to access the conservatory. Tickets can be bought at the ticket machines at the entrance. The ticket allows for multiple entry on the same day. We did not buy the tickets for the conservatory since we visited quite late in the evening. The last admission to the conservatory is at 3.30 pm.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nKyoto Botanical Garden is open from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. But the opening hour is extended to 9.00 pm (last admission is 8.00 pm) during the cherry blossom light up season.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ujpsZrLnUcQ\/XWpGuBMt-8I\/AAAAAAAAinw\/QnxiOkHdUB0-p1n7FMpTz-qKdwYsjkouACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0183.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ujpsZrLnUcQ\/XWpGuBMt-8I\/AAAAAAAAinw\/QnxiOkHdUB0-p1n7FMpTz-qKdwYsjkouACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0183.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-e2VaUKJ_hkg\/XYXmvS6P5pI\/AAAAAAAAiyg\/M544KaXWEcUT8ghIk056scO3cd3W66J0QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_175935.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-e2VaUKJ_hkg\/XYXmvS6P5pI\/AAAAAAAAiyg\/M544KaXWEcUT8ghIk056scO3cd3W66J0QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_175935.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA hidden gem that is often overlooked by tourists, the garden features 120,000 plants of 12,000 species. It is divided into various sections - Hydrangea Garden, Bamboo Garden, European-style Garden, Bonsai Exhibit, Camellia Garden, Cherry Tree Grove, Flower Bed, Japanese Iris Garden, Japanese Native Plants, Lotus Pond, Nakaragi-no-mori Pond, Peony Garden, Perennial and Useful Plants, Sunken Garden and Ume Grove.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nInside the garden, you will also find one of the largest conservatory in Japan, which boasts a huge collection of 25,000 specimens across 4,500 different species. It is actually worth paying the extra 200 Yen to visit if you have the time.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ajjRng7fxRw\/XYXlvGzVavI\/AAAAAAAAiyY\/fFb5SvQN7NgqxTXQPZw4cNYFgWV6lCO0gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_180443_mr1567408230186.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ajjRng7fxRw\/XYXlvGzVavI\/AAAAAAAAiyY\/fFb5SvQN7NgqxTXQPZw4cNYFgWV6lCO0gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_180443_mr1567408230186.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nKyoto Botanical Garden can be enjoyed all year round as there are always something new and different to discover here. Cherry trees bloom throughout the garden in spring and Hydrangea in summer. In the fall, the leaves of maple trees turn bright crimson color and in the winter, the conservatory keeps its plants and flowers warm. Thus, it is very common for locals to visit 4 times a year to experience the beauty of each season.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5PEg6UpKsZI\/XWpI6c_h0pI\/AAAAAAAAin4\/nniM9Y0E-KAIy2lESHzTvlO-65Qyw8ztgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0181.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5PEg6UpKsZI\/XWpI6c_h0pI\/AAAAAAAAin4\/nniM9Y0E-KAIy2lESHzTvlO-65Qyw8ztgCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0181.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThe atmosphere is very calm and peaceful, which makes it a great place to escape the noise of the city. Enjoy a nice stroll around the garden and appreciate the beauty of nature. The wide open spaces in the garden provide good spots for picnic too. Inside the garden, you will also find a playground for children and a cafe where you can get some food and drinks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Que_eG59mE8\/XYXe8sHactI\/AAAAAAAAixg\/33JYP45r3-wtU5Lrn5kghTk3cYqDHWgwACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_180935_mr1567239157820.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Que_eG59mE8\/XYXe8sHactI\/AAAAAAAAixg\/33JYP45r3-wtU5Lrn5kghTk3cYqDHWgwACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_180935_mr1567239157820.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nEven though Kyoto Botanic Garden can be visited at any time of the year, the most popular time to visit will be spring and autumn.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sMsjvb5rlm8\/XYXgeS8E4VI\/AAAAAAAAixw\/NFVKKAW1TnMjfXLE4untw1JEGRZ1gaabACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_181119_mh1567408736705.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sMsjvb5rlm8\/XYXgeS8E4VI\/AAAAAAAAixw\/NFVKKAW1TnMjfXLE4untw1JEGRZ1gaabACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_181119_mh1567408736705.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nbaWJh5rgrg\/XYXh4oV2ixI\/AAAAAAAAix4\/3ijP_kGpnS4KvsgGNLOme5dTONK6-vpMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_121567239467235_20190331_181509_mr1567238369195_mh15672394669922403.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nbaWJh5rgrg\/XYXh4oV2ixI\/AAAAAAAAix4\/3ijP_kGpnS4KvsgGNLOme5dTONK6-vpMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_121567239467235_20190331_181509_mr1567238369195_mh15672394669922403.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0DEWVQIAgns\/XYXjuYukusI\/AAAAAAAAiyQ\/tdjZYb_4JWQz0iKGO4OrrUe1L1KK-YFJwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_181239_mr1567238039950.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-0DEWVQIAgns\/XYXjuYukusI\/AAAAAAAAiyQ\/tdjZYb_4JWQz0iKGO4OrrUe1L1KK-YFJwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_181239_mr1567238039950.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ufaHWzb7dBE\/XYXi2Wa3flI\/AAAAAAAAiyI\/EIxXhmXwNycw-HaGAYB1_U-ZSq07_hw3ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_181310%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ufaHWzb7dBE\/XYXi2Wa3flI\/AAAAAAAAiyI\/EIxXhmXwNycw-HaGAYB1_U-ZSq07_hw3ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_181310%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cAoSHpHC0I4\/XYXimPUrUiI\/AAAAAAAAiyA\/yBW8d-AtiMIzRZ_LXnerooF0ZAsNiC5KQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_182432.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cAoSHpHC0I4\/XYXimPUrUiI\/AAAAAAAAiyA\/yBW8d-AtiMIzRZ_LXnerooF0ZAsNiC5KQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_182432.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nWith little time to spare, we headed straight to the Cherry Blossom Grove where more than 500 cherry trees are grown. The variety of species here is immense and all of them are clustered together in the Cherry Blossom Grove. With different varieties of cherry trees blooming at different time, the blooming season here is usually much longer than anywhere else in the city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fR_eqTWmT60\/XYXndHPu0yI\/AAAAAAAAiys\/f_pkz9-Jtt4EBa4AjED3RRouVOE2SpeOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_172227.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fR_eqTWmT60\/XYXndHPu0yI\/AAAAAAAAiys\/f_pkz9-Jtt4EBa4AjED3RRouVOE2SpeOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_172227.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UHqRfpkC64E\/XYXndMWYGVI\/AAAAAAAAiyo\/PDdEdKfmV6E5184g8MSYLv2dxtZqFJb7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_183518.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UHqRfpkC64E\/XYXndMWYGVI\/AAAAAAAAiyo\/PDdEdKfmV6E5184g8MSYLv2dxtZqFJb7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_183518.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wYqsd3_slJQ\/XWpAcBeAKVI\/AAAAAAAAinY\/doMzwT1x2IMdrRVV11sILjzQ7kMqDNxdACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0213.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wYqsd3_slJQ\/XWpAcBeAKVI\/AAAAAAAAinY\/doMzwT1x2IMdrRVV11sILjzQ7kMqDNxdACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0213.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe garden is open late for cherry blossom night time illumination.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EMost of the cherry trees were still opening but not far from reaching the peak when we visited. Despite only a few trees bloom, while the majority are still budding, it was still a beautiful sight.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u0J04MGgRIY\/XYXoRyWZX3I\/AAAAAAAAiy4\/FdaDl2cj_80VER40iABVh_vpvDpo8h2OgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/20190331_183333.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u0J04MGgRIY\/XYXoRyWZX3I\/AAAAAAAAiy4\/FdaDl2cj_80VER40iABVh_vpvDpo8h2OgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s640\/20190331_183333.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XMkuV8JYIm8\/XWoxGuyRVAI\/AAAAAAAAilU\/GnCoCEh1wo8S69QoliAY5pJHOP50cnJNQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_183328.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XMkuV8JYIm8\/XWoxGuyRVAI\/AAAAAAAAilU\/GnCoCEh1wo8S69QoliAY5pJHOP50cnJNQCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_183328.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rv1YJfpbvYg\/XWozip-SCHI\/AAAAAAAAil0\/S4R-tb4WGrEdiyhsCxNDiyFZiiNZEKqzwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_183403.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rv1YJfpbvYg\/XWozip-SCHI\/AAAAAAAAil0\/S4R-tb4WGrEdiyhsCxNDiyFZiiNZEKqzwCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_183403.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WeBeO9Ew-28\/XXYIgZR3KOI\/AAAAAAAAiqo\/H9AmhCmUCa8d3eGCMKNaBc_aWu8i7D5NgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_183734.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WeBeO9Ew-28\/XXYIgZR3KOI\/AAAAAAAAiqo\/H9AmhCmUCa8d3eGCMKNaBc_aWu8i7D5NgCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_183734.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nBut surprisingly, the garden was\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;not crazily packed with people. We almost had the whole place to ourselves!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IvTbV2V-JoE\/XWo_I5-I5mI\/AAAAAAAAinA\/Xl-g8c55k4kZAazbOagSkjTVhejfriSjQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSC_0218.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1060\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-IvTbV2V-JoE\/XWo_I5-I5mI\/AAAAAAAAinA\/Xl-g8c55k4kZAazbOagSkjTVhejfriSjQCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSC_0218.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KlsT6lxSizk\/XWo19XDV1gI\/AAAAAAAAimE\/o0H6Ul6zL14LgN51UkIX8RV3JB9GgzLOwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_174410.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KlsT6lxSizk\/XWo19XDV1gI\/AAAAAAAAimE\/o0H6Ul6zL14LgN51UkIX8RV3JB9GgzLOwCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_174410.jpg\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MNfJRMRHPEM\/XWoxb_m2LNI\/AAAAAAAAilg\/8xtuBIeDL4gQ1u35c_nqCzXO5VIlLfpXgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_174534.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MNfJRMRHPEM\/XWoxb_m2LNI\/AAAAAAAAilg\/8xtuBIeDL4gQ1u35c_nqCzXO5VIlLfpXgCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_174534.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nUnfortunately, we could not cover all the gardens because it was already dark when we finished walking through the Cherry Blossom Grove. Anyway, Kyoto Botanical Garden is one of the most underrated attraction in Kyoto. The admission is really cheap, so it is really worth checking it out if you have some extra time in Kyoto.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5ATJcSxmejU\/XWo4dM7EBfI\/AAAAAAAAimU\/GEngsgCCc-kuhgLXPGec-Y14txne3C2JACLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_193132.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5ATJcSxmejU\/XWo4dM7EBfI\/AAAAAAAAimU\/GEngsgCCc-kuhgLXPGec-Y14txne3C2JACLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_193132.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe had our dinner at Fujiya, a well-established restaurant that is famous for their freshly kneaded buckwheat soba and freshly fried Tempura. The restaurant is located at Porta Dining, an underground shopping mall connected to Kyoto Station. Porta is a good place to go for lunch and dinner as it offers a number of affordable dining options ranging from Japanese food, to cafes, sandwiches shops and fast food outlets.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B3a3du4RCAA\/XWo6dKlT-bI\/AAAAAAAAimk\/tmK9KPFAEJYjKgv_eVdNBfb8Jm18dnsvwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_190916.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B3a3du4RCAA\/XWo6dKlT-bI\/AAAAAAAAimk\/tmK9KPFAEJYjKgv_eVdNBfb8Jm18dnsvwCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_190916.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E1,240 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMy husband ordered their Katsura combo set which comes with shrimp and vegetables tempura and chilled buckwheat noodles.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v58TewIUKMw\/XWo81fjYt3I\/AAAAAAAAim0\/G7djRE2KFAIofwhv9hKdlPYWXYUKe0kowCLcBGAs\/s1600\/20190331_190823.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v58TewIUKMw\/XWo81fjYt3I\/AAAAAAAAim0\/G7djRE2KFAIofwhv9hKdlPYWXYUKe0kowCLcBGAs\/s640\/20190331_190823.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C\/b\u003E1,380 Yen\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI had the Fujiya Bento because I was feeling really hungry. The combo set consists of Sashimi, shrimp and vegetables tempura, boiled and seasoned pickles, buckwheat noodles and rice. Food was really delicious! The tempura was addictively crispy and fluffy and non-greasy. We were not really a fan of the boiled and seasoned pickles. They just taste weird to us.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\n\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpRkWlLdqLU\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are interested to know more about our trip, you may want to check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/04\/japan-2019-9d8n-tokyo-kyoto-osaka-trip.html\"\u003E9D8N Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka Trip Itinerary + Overview\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the list of attractions that we had visited during our 9 days in Japan. For anyone planning your first trip to Japan but have no idea where to start, you should read my\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2016\/12\/japan-2016-how-to-plan-trip-to-japan.html\"\u003E\"How To Plan A Trip To Japan\"\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;post.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBe sure to follow me on\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Elin-Chow\/777618985627612?ref=hl\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elinchow\"\u003ETwitter\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the latest updates on my 9 days adventures in Japan! You might also want to check\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.my\/p\/travelogue.html\"\u003EMy Wanderlust\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;page for some of my other travel adventures."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/feeds\/3239118586291438312\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/09\/japan-2019-kyoto-kyoto-botanical-garden.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/3239118586291438312"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/6786311366291918167\/posts\/default\/3239118586291438312"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/elinchow.blogspot.com\/2019\/09\/japan-2019-kyoto-kyoto-botanical-garden.html","title":"[Japan 2019] Kyoto: Kyoto Botanical Garden (Kyoto Shokubutsuen) Cherry Blossom Illumination"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Elin Chow"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/06736926044647058319"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dSAZduShzVs\/XXX6fycnZ8I\/AAAAAAAAipk\/E2iz9JcwmZUIX4_2ZVw2DyGn86Y42fw3gCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/DSC_0217.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Shimogamo Hangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0823, Japan"},"georss$point":{"$t":"35.0487369 135.7627354"},"georss$box":{"$t":"9.5267024000000013 94.45414439999999 60.5707714 177.0713264"}}]}});