Osaka and Linking Up
Today’s uploaded photos are from my visit to Osaka, in the Kansai region of Japan. Osaka is a popular travel spot for several reasons, and much like anywhere else in Japan, Osaka has a very interesting historical background. There are lots of Buddhist temples, as well 大阪城（おおさかじょう：Osaka Jou) Osaka Castle, which is very well preserved and absolutely beautiful to look at. I Didn’t get to spend a lot of time in Osaka, but then again I’m nowhere near as crazy about the place as some people I know. Check out my pictures from Osaka (link here, as well as in the top banner under pictures).
Also, I’d like to mention that I am looking for others with interest in Japan that have blogs or sites to trade links with. Networking our sites not only increases the amount of traffic we can potentially receive, but also allows us to expand our knowledge and understand the different perspectives at which we all deal with learning the Japanese language and Japanese culture.
I’ve already established 3 link trades so far. These are great sites and I’d appreciate it if you have interest to go check them out:
Sanokame.com: A very informative fellow from Sweden who has some great stuff to say about Japanese entertainment, as well as design and technology in general.
NeilDuckett.com: A fellow ‘gaijin’ living in Tokyo, Japan with a rather extensive blog packed full of pictures, Japan employment information, and links to many other great Japanese weblogs.
DannyChoo.com: A huge online community for those interested in Japanese culture, anime, idols, and otaku related information.
Of course, all these links are in the side bar, and I’m hoping to see YOURS there soon as well.
Cheers.
May 12th, 2008 at 11:21 pm
I went to Osaka Castle Xmas 2006 and recognise that view. One of the highlights in Osaka for me was Osaka Castle …. might dig some photos up soon. Thanks for the inspiration!
Keep up the good work on the blog man, i’m enjoying it.
May 12th, 2008 at 11:47 pm
I want to visit Osaka one day, I wonder if that fish is real gold?
May 13th, 2008 at 8:30 am
hi, gordon here. nice photos u have there.
i’ve gotten your e-mail as well and added you to my blogroll.
will make it a habit to drop by here often as well. cheers. ^^
May 13th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
Neil: Osaka Castle has to be one of the best preserved Castles I’ve seen, and the architecture is simply amazing with the giant stone walls. I don’t know many other castles (if there are any others) that were built in the same style.
Rayz: You have to visit Osaka, your shirt says so hahahaha. “A promise is a promise!” and I dono about the fish… I’ll look into it.
Gordon: Thanks for the support. Glad you enjoyed the photos, and there are definitely lots more to come. Cheers =)
May 14th, 2008 at 11:36 am
Nice shot from Osaka Castle. Keep up the good work!
Billy West
http://www.sevententotokyo.com
I’ll put your blog in my site’s blog and website list.
May 14th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
Thanks so much Billy! =) Got your site up on my blogroll and I’ll definitely be stopping by often and commenting.
Cheers,
Andrew
May 15th, 2008 at 10:50 pm
just curious but have you visited practically all of japan during the 2 months you were there?
May 16th, 2008 at 2:36 am
Haha not quite pete. I didn’t even leave the main island of Honshu, let alone get through all of it. Japan might seem tiny compared to Canada. But man is there a lot of ground to cover, and so much worth seeing!