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Real Name: Guillermo "El Tio" Chavez
Lives In: Lost Island, ID
Member Since: Mar 15, 2003
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Eclectic Osaka

by ChuckG - last update: Jul 24, 2003

The Osaka Castle and much more !

Osaka Castle
The growth of Osaka into a major commercial center dates back to 1586 when Toyotomi Hideyoshi build his castle.
Power Plant

Industrial Era

In the 1920's, Osaka became a major industrial powerhouse with numerous factories.
View from the castle

Today

After being almost entirely destroyed during the second world war, Osaka became the third largest city in Japan and one of its major culinary center. Numerous futuristic buildings have been built all over and the nighlife is thriving.

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ChuckG's Osaka Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 3 - Photos: 3
 
RestaurantsHotels & Accommodations
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Transportation
Tips: 1
Local Customs
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 2 - Photos: 1
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips

ChuckG's Osaka Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
COLORFUL OSAKAMay, 2003 6
A tour of Osaka CastleMay, 2003 6
Surprising ceremonyMay, 2003 8

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