A calm oasis amid the bustling streets, Nishinomaru Garden is a perfect spot to relax and take five. Pull up a bench and watch fellow parkgoers wander around the grounds.

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when in Chuo. Nishinomaru Garden is a good place to start here, but there are numerous other worthwhile places to experience. Osaka Castle, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and Osaka Science Museum are near the recreation and green space and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Hidden on a quite street, friendly staff, well sized room with all the amenities, less than 2 minutes walk from train station for easy access to places you want to see.

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Shimogyo Ward

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Jan 9 - Jan 13

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San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

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