"Osaka was traditionally considered Japan´s economic hub. By the Kofun period (300–538) it had developed into an important regional port, and in the 7th and 8th ...
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centuries it served briefly as the imperial capital. Osaka continued to flourish during the Edo period (1603–1867) and became known as a center of Japanese culture. Following the Meiji Restoration, Osaka greatly expanded in size and underwent rapid industrialization. In 1889, Osaka was officially established as a municipality.
Today´s Osaka is a major financial center of Japan. It is home to the Osaka Securities Exchange and the multinational electronics corporation Panasonic. Landmarks in Osaka include Osaka Castle and Shitennō-ji." - (en.wikipedia.org 24.09.2019)
- Latitude34.69361114502
- Longitude135.50193786621
- Population2592413