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-	'''Osaka''' (大阪市) is a city in [[Japan]] located in the [[Osaka Prefecture]]. As reported in [[2006]], Osaka is the third largest city of Japan (behind [[Tokyo]] and [[Yokohama]]) with more than 2,629,252 residents. This high population is said to be the product of a greatly established city with special developments offered for those coming for a stay, long-term and short, in the city.	+	'''Osaka''' (大阪市) is a city in [[Japan]] located in the [[Osaka Prefecture]]. As reported in [[2006]], Osaka is the third largest city of Japan (behind [[Tokyo]] and [[Yokohama]]) with more than 2,629,252 residents. This high population is said to be the product of a greatly established city with special developments offered for those coming for a stay, long-term and short, in the city.

-	Since the earliest days of the city, many [[Japanese companies]] have rooted in Osaka. The [[Port of Osaka]] makes for great distribution as well as a thriving economy. In the late 90’s many companies transferred to [[Tokyo]], the center of commercial business. However, there are still many early companies still calling Osaka the home of their headquarters.	+	Since the earliest days of the city, many [[Japanese companies]] have rooted in Osaka. The [[Port of Osaka]] makes for great distribution as well as a thriving economy. In the late 90’s many companies transferred to [[Tokyo]], the center of commercial business. However, there are still many early companies still calling Osaka the home of their headquarters.

-	Osaka also serves as the main educational division for the entire Osaka Prefecture, and surrounding areas. Many universities, high schools, and children's education facilities are located in the city. The dreams of many education driven residents from Japan include moving to this highly sought after education department.	+	Osaka also serves as the main educational division for the entire Osaka Prefecture, and surrounding areas. Many universities, high schools, and children's education facilities are located in the city. The dreams of many education driven residents from Japan include moving to this highly sought after education department.


	==History of Osaka==		==History of Osaka==
-	The history of the land known called Osaka is quite extensive with findings dating its beginnings as far back as the year [[642]]. While many believe the land is much more significant in times before that; the whole history is quite controversial.	+	The history of the land known called Osaka is quite extensive with findings dating its beginnings as far back as the year [[642]]. While many believe the land is much more significant in times before that; the whole history is quite controversial.

-	It wasn’t until [[1496]] that the land was officially called Osaka. According to the document written at that time, the city was actually titled Ozaka. Throughout time the (z) has been omitted, and replaced with an (s). The reason for this change is unclear.	+	It wasn’t until [[1496]] that the land was officially called Osaka. According to the document written at that time, the city was actually titled Ozaka. Throughout time the (z) has been omitted, and replaced with an (s). The reason for this change is unclear.

-	From [[1603]] to [[1867]] Osaka was a main city of Japan based on its oversized and well developed port. Many moved to the city to find reliable work in the factories and distribution center of the Osaka Port.	+	From [[1603]] to [[1867]] Osaka was a main city of Japan based on its oversized and well developed port. Many moved to the city to find reliable work in the factories and distribution center of the Osaka Port.

	In [[1956]], Osaka was designated a modern city of Japan when establishing a firm and solid government. While the city did convert to more modern practices many of the same Japanese traditions remain to be practiced.		In [[1956]], Osaka was designated a modern city of Japan when establishing a firm and solid government. While the city did convert to more modern practices many of the same Japanese traditions remain to be practiced.
		+
		+	==Wards of Osaka==
		+
		+	As a designated city area, Osaka is divided into 24 wards, including:
		+
		+	*[[Abeno-ku]]
		+	*[[Higashiyodogawa-ku]]
		+	*[[Higashisumiyoshi-ku]]
		+	*[[Miyakojima-ku]]
		+	*[[Naniwa-ku]]
		+	*[[Kita-ku]]
		+	*[[Konohana-ku]]
		+	*[[Hirano-ku]]
		+	*[[Tennoji-ku]]
		+	*[[Higashinari-ku]]
		+	*[[Ikuno-ku]]
		+	*[[Nishiyodogawa-ku]]
		+	*[[Suminoe-ku]]
		+	*[[Joto-ku]]
		+	*[[Minato-ku]]
		+	*[[Tsurumi-ku]]
		+	*[[Nishinari-ku]]
		+	*[[Sumiyoshi-ku]]
		+	*[[Taisho-ku]]
		+	*[[Asahi-ku]]
		+	*[[Chuo-ku]]
		+	*[[Fukushima-ku]]
		+	*[[Nishi-ku]]
		+	*[[Yodogawa-ku]]
		+
		+	==Economy==
		+
		+	Osaka’s economy today remains one of the most vital in Japan with more than 55% of the total GDP of Osaka Prefecture and more than 26% of the Kinki Region. The major industries in Osaka include commerce, service, and manufacturing with 30%, 25%, and 11% totals. The average per capita income is around 3.5 million Yen, and Osaka is currently ranked in the top 20 of world cities economically.
		+
		+	Because of Osaka’s long history as a commerce center in Japan, the country has long been a large financial center. Today, it is still home to the first brokerage firm in Japan, and the future exchange of Japan. Many major companies such as Sanyo, Sharp, and Panasonic still operate out of Osaka as well.
		+
		+	==Attractions==
		+
		+	Osaka has been the traditional home of many popular Japanese art forms including Buraku, Kabuki, and Manzai. In addition to rich fields of performers and theaters, Osaka is home to the following major attractions:
		+
		+	*[[Expoland]]
		+	*[[Osaka Aquarium]]
		+	*[[Tonnoji Zoo]]
		+	*[[Universal Studios Japan]]
		+	*[[Shin-Umeda City]]
		+	*[[Nakanoshima Park]]
		+	*[[Osaka Castle Park]]
		+	*[[Sumiyoshi Park]]
		+	*[[Tennoji Park]]
		+	*[[Nagai Park]]
		+	*[[Mitami Shrine]]
		+	*[[Sanko Shrine]]
		+	*[[Sumiyoshi Taisha]]
		+	*[[Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine]]
		+	*[[Osaka Dome]]
		+	*[[Osaka Prefecture Gymnasium]]
		+	*[[Nagai Stadium]]
		+	*[[Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Arcade]]
		+
		+	==Education==
		+
		+	Osaka’s education is divided amongst the city and the prefecture, with the City of Osaka taking charge of the elementary and junior high schools and the Osaka Prefectural Board of Education taking charge of the high schools. Many universities in Osaka have recently started moving to suburban neighborhoods to take advantage of larger spaces. Some of Osaka’s many universities include:
		+
		+	*[[Osaka University]]
		+	*[[Kansai University]]
		+	*[[Osaka University of Economics]]
		+	*[[Osaka Seikei University]]
		+	*[[Soai University]]
		+	*[[Osaka University of Arts]]

	==Transportation To Osaka==		==Transportation To Osaka==
-	* The fastest [[Japanese trains]] (the [[Nozomi]]) between Tokyo and Osaka make the journey in approximately one hour and thirty minutes.	+	* The fastest [[Japanese trains]] (the [[Nozomi]]) between Tokyo and Osaka make the journey in approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
	* [[Osaka International Airport]] is the main airport serving the city of Osaka directly with both domestic and international flights arriving and departing daily.		* [[Osaka International Airport]] is the main airport serving the city of Osaka directly with both domestic and international flights arriving and departing daily.

	==Points of Interest==		==Points of Interest==
-	*[[Osaka Castle]] - The Osaka Castle is referred to as “Japan’s Most Famous Castle” as it was a significant piece in the history of Japan uniting as a country. Built in the 16th century, the Osaka Castle still stands proudly drawing in millions of tourist interested in the real history of the country.	+	*[[Osaka Castle]] - The Osaka Castle is referred to as “Japan’s Most Famous Castle” as it was a significant piece in the history of Japan uniting as a country. Built in the 16th century, the Osaka Castle still stands proudly drawing in millions of tourist interested in the real history of the country.

-	*[[Bunraku]] - Traditionally, Osaka is known for its incredible displays of puppetry. Many famous puppet masters have been raised in this city and offer incredible shows in the theatres. This is actually the center of entertainment for the city of Osaka.	+	*[[Bunraku]] - Traditionally, Osaka is known for its incredible displays of puppetry. Many famous puppet masters have been raised in this city and offer incredible shows in the theatres. This is actually the center of entertainment for the city of Osaka.

	==External Links==		==External Links==

Wija at 11:10, 2 July 2008

Wija — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:10:06 GMT

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-	Osaka is a ~~[[Cities of Japan\|~~city]] in [[Japan]], located ~~at the mouth of~~ the [[~~Yodo River~~]] on [[~~Osaka Bay~~]], in the [[~~Kansai region~~]] ~~of the main island of~~ [[~~Honshū~~]].	+	'''Osaka''' (大阪市) is a city in [[Japan]] located in the [[Osaka Prefecture]]. As reported in [[2006]], Osaka is the third largest city of Japan (behind [[Tokyo]] and [[Yokohama]]) with more than 2,629,252 residents. This high population is said to be the product of a greatly established city with special developments offered for those coming for a stay, long-term and short, in the city.

-	~~The city is~~ the ~~capital~~ of [[Osaka ~~Prefecture~~]]. ~~Often dubbed~~ the [[~~second city~~]] ~~of Japan~~, ~~Osaka was historically~~ the commercial ~~capital of Japan~~, ~~and to date~~ the ~~heart~~ of ~~Japan's second largest, and the world's ninth largest metropolitan area of [[Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto]], whose population is 17,220,000~~.	+	Since the earliest days of the city, many [[Japanese companies]] have rooted in Osaka. The [[Port of Osaka]] makes for great distribution as well as a thriving economy. In the late 90’s many companies transferred to [[Tokyo]], the center of commercial business. However, there are still many early companies still calling Osaka the home of their headquarters.

-	~~A unique title that the city of~~ Osaka ~~holds is~~ the ~~first place in Japan~~ for ~~day to night~~	+	Osaka also serves as the main educational division for the entire Osaka Prefecture, and surrounding areas. Many universities, high schools, and children's education facilities are located in the city. The dreams of many education driven residents from Japan include moving to this highly sought after education department.
-	~~population ratio of 141%~~, ~~a depiction of Osaka~~'s ~~economic- and commerce-centric character. While at night time the population ranks third place~~ in the ~~country at 2~~.~~6 million, in daytime it surges~~ to ~~3.7 million, second only~~ after ~~[[Tokyo]]~~.	+

-	Osaka is ~~traditionally considered~~ the ~~"nation'~~s ~~kitchen" or~~ the ~~gourmet food capital~~ of Japan.	+
		+	==History of Osaka==
		+	The history of the land known called Osaka is quite extensive with findings dating its beginnings as far back as the year [[642]]. While many believe the land is much more significant in times before that; the whole history is quite controversial.
		+
		+	It wasn’t until [[1496]] that the land was officially called Osaka. According to the document written at that time, the city was actually titled Ozaka. Throughout time the (z) has been omitted, and replaced with an (s). The reason for this change is unclear.
		+
		+	From [[1603]] to [[1867]] Osaka was a main city of Japan based on its oversized and well developed port. Many moved to the city to find reliable work in the factories and distribution center of the Osaka Port.
		+
		+	In [[1956]], Osaka was designated a modern city of Japan when establishing a firm and solid government. While the city did convert to more modern practices many of the same Japanese traditions remain to be practiced.
		+
		+	==Transportation To Osaka==
		+	* The fastest [[Japanese trains]] (the [[Nozomi]]) between Tokyo and Osaka make the journey in approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
		+	* [[Osaka International Airport]] is the main airport serving the city of Osaka directly with both domestic and international flights arriving and departing daily.
		+
		+	==Points of Interest==
		+	*[[Osaka Castle]] - The Osaka Castle is referred to as “Japan’s Most Famous Castle” as it was a significant piece in the history of Japan uniting as a country. Built in the 16th century, the Osaka Castle still stands proudly drawing in millions of tourist interested in the real history of the country.
		+
		+	*[[Bunraku]] - Traditionally, Osaka is known for its incredible displays of puppetry. Many famous puppet masters have been raised in this city and offer incredible shows in the theatres. This is actually the center of entertainment for the city of Osaka.
		+
		+	==External Links==
		+	* [http://www.city.osaka.jp/english/ Official Site] (English)
		+	* [http://www.city.osaka.jp/ Official Site] (Japanese)
		+
		+	[[Category:Japanese Cities]]

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Osaka is a [[Cities of Japan|city]] in [[Japan]], located at the mouth of the [[Yodo River]] on [[Osaka Bay]], in the [[Kansai region]] of the main island of [[Honshū]].

The city is the capital of [[Osaka Prefecture]]. Often dubbed the [[second city]] of Japan, Osaka was historically the commercial capital of Japan, and to date the heart of Japan's second largest, and the world's ninth largest metropolitan area of [[Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto]], whose population is 17,220,000.

A unique title that the city of Osaka holds is the first place in Japan for day to night
population ratio of 141%, a depiction of Osaka's economic- and commerce-centric character. While at night time the population ranks third place in the country at 2.6 million, in daytime it surges to 3.7 million, second only after [[Tokyo]].

Osaka is traditionally considered the "nation's kitchen" or the gourmet food capital of Japan.