The plan was to check out the Osaka Castle, tour the Osaka River through the Aqua-Liner and explore the Namba area (south). This day is relatively relaxed compared to the other days. We were only able to do the Osaka Castle and Aqualiner. What’s interesting is that I discovered the answer to the question “Who is Hideyoshi Toyotomi?” Google it and you’ll find out who he is but we’ve seen where he lives! Or at least a reproduction of his former empire. It is good to note that they have a free English audio tour guide just like Tony the fictional audio guide character in the Empire State Building.
Next on the list is a tour around Osaka City’s river system via the Aqua-Liner. At first, I was adamant on taking the river tour because of the cost (1,880 yen for adults and 940 yen for children). No regrets, both are a must see in a visit to Osaka.
In the evening, JML’s brother and cousins based in Kyoto and Nagoya in Japan visited and treated us for coffee in Starbucks in the Namba area. The Caffe Latte taste is consistent but the price is X3.
Our trip is more than 50% complete and day 4 promises to be equally exciting.
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