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A Guide to the City's Best Cultural Hangouts, Shops, Bars and Eateries
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Osaka is emerging from the shadows of Tokyo and Kyoto as a city that knows how to laugh, eat well and throw a great party. Rowdy, messy and always hungry, it manages to embody Japan's alluring spirit while redefining it for a new era. Osaka Story...
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Discover the best of Osaka in this vibrant travel guide to Japan's food capital, featuring the city's top cultural attractions, hidden gems, neighbourhoods, shops, bars and eateries.
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Osaka is emerging from the shadows of Tokyo and Kyoto as a city that knows how to laugh, eat well and throw a great party. Rowdy, messy and always hungry, it manages to embody Japan's alluring spirit while redefining it for a new era.
Osaka Story captures that identity – from temple to takoyaki stall – giving readers a multifaceted and immersive Osaka experience.
This book explores Osaka not just as a destination, but as a living narrative of Japan’s history and humour, and a centre of innovation. Each themed chapter tells the tale of Osaka's rich history, culture, and flavour to give you the full travel experience. Through storytelling, a curated list of must-visit places and stunning imagery, Osaka Story will act as both travel inspiration and a practical guide to the city for those planning their first visit, or returning to uncover more.
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ISBN: 9781741179637
Publisher: Hardie Grant Explore
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2027
Country: Australia
Imprint: Hardie Grant Explore
Illustration: Full-colour Photography and Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 170.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Steve Wide and Michelle Mackintosh have been obsessed with Japan since their first visit in the late 1990s. Based in Melbourne, Australia, they now call Japan their 'home away from home', spending at least three months of the year there. Michelle is a book and stationery designer, and illustrator. She has won numerous book design and graphic design awards both in Australia and internationally. Michelle has written multiple books on analogue correspondence and sustainable gift giving, she has a wrapping paper range sold in Japan and her work has been exhibited in Tokyo. Steve has a masters in creative writing and has written over 20 books. He is also a DJ with an indie radio show on 3RRR FM in Melbourne. He has toured with international bands and interviewed many music icons. Together, they have written, designed and illustrated over 10 books on Japan, some of which have been translated into multiple languages.
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