Explore the vibrant city of Osaka, Japan, and take a journey through time. Visit the city's ancient temples and shrines, explore its traditional markets, and experience the unique culture and history that has shaped this city for centuries. From the bustling streets of Doton
Osaka is a designated city in the Kansai region of Honshu in Japan. It is the capital of and most populous city in Osaka Prefecture, and the third-most populous city in Japan, following the special wards of Tokyo and Yokohama. With an estimated population of 2,816,247 as of October 1, 2025 and a population density of about 12,505 people per square kilometer, it is the largest component of the Keihanshin Metropolitan Area, the second-largest metropolitan area in Japan and the 10th-largest urban area in the world with more than 19 million inhabitants.