Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Osaka
Summary
A merchant town that was once called the "kitchen of the world". Therefore, it is attractive with many generous people. Also, the comedy culture that is popular all over Japan is familiar, and all the prefectural residents love to have fun!
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 15 minutesKansai International Airport
From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 5 minutesOsaka Itami Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
2 hours 27 minutesShin-Osaka Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Expo'70 Commemorative Park
The venue for Japan World Exposition held in 1970. Even now, the "Tower of the Sun" is majestically stood in the large park, and you can feel the power of those days.
Dotonbori
It is a typical Osaka downtown area. Various restaurants are lined up and exhibiting their prosperity.
Foods recommended by locals
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Takoyaki
Speaking of Osaka, it must be "Takoyaki!" The hot and edible takoyaki is exquisite and is popular as a soul food in Osaka.
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Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is as popular as takoyaki. Mix cabbage and pork with the dough and bake it on an iron plate. Then, eat it with sauce or mayonnaise.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Osaka Prefecture sees little rain throughout the year, and the very high temperatures in the summer means it is essential to take precautions against the summer heat.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
51,621 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,204 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
722 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
568 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
261 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Vietnam
Nepal
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Osaka Prefecture: 29,465
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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