This is the place! Higashiosaka

Delight your senses Higashiosaka 8 Sceneries

Higashiosaka In order for those who are not familiar with the "8 Views" to first become acquainted with the "8 Views" and for those who are familiar with the "8 Views" to enjoy them to the fullest, we will introduce eight views by theme.

These themes are "Nostalgia," "Sacred Sites," "Culture," "Festival Events," "Petit Osaka," "Artisans," "Mount Ikoma," and "Great Views.

Please start from the theme you are interested in, as we have included a brief introduction of each theme as well as related articles.

1Retro

Nostalgic Scenery

A time-slip to the Showa era! Ishikiri Shrine and Ishikiri Sando Shopping Street

Ishikiri Tsurugiya Shrine ", affectionately called "Ishikirisan" in Kansai, is a shrine with a long history. ishikiri Tsurugiya Shrine(Ishikiri-jinja Shrine) is visited by a great many people from all over Japan. Especially, the "hyakudo" (hundred times worship) is very famous. The area around the shrine is lined with many restaurants, souvenir stores, and fortune tellers, making it a pleasant place to stroll.
Higashiosaka The city is one of the most famous spots in Japan, so why don't you come and visit?

2Rugby

Sacred Place Scenery

Hanazono is not only a rugby venue, but also a "mecca" for sports. Evolving into a Hanazono Park that everyone can enjoy even more!

Hanazono Rugby Stadium, the symbol of the city, is a "sacred place".
Opened in 1929, it has been Higashiosaka owned by the city since 2015. It is the home ground of the Hanazono Kintetsu Liners, a professional rugby team. It is also famous as the venue for the National High School Rugby Football Tournament, which is commonly known as "Hanazono". Along with Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium in Tokyo, it is considered a sacred place for rugby culture in Japan. It is also one of the match venues for the Rugby World Cup™ 2019.
In addition to this, the professional soccer team FC Osaka, whose hometown is the city of Higashiosaka , has been promoted to the J League (J3) from the 2023 season and regularly hosts official matches. In addition, players of the Osaka Zero Rocks Bulls, an independent league team from the Kansai region, play at Hanazono Central Stadium, which is adjacent to the rugby field, aiming for even greater heights.
Please visit Hanazono, which is evolving into not only a "sacred ground" for rugby, but also a "sacred ground" for sports that can be enjoyed by all.

3Culture

Cultural Scenery

SHIBA RYOTARO，TANABE SEIKO Great writer Roots of , I Higashiosaka have that.

Hanazono is also a town that was adored by two great writers, the Naoki Award-winning author SHIBA RYOTAROand the Akutagawa Award-winning author TANABE SEIKO.
SHIBA RYOTAROMr. Naoki, a Naoki Award-winning author, chose Higashiosaka as his final home. TANABE SEIKOMs. Kayo studied Japanese literature at Osaka Shoin Women's University (former Shoin Women's College) located at Higashiosaka .
What was the charm of Higashiosaka that attracted great writers?
Please come and Experience cultural attractions while thinking about various literary works.
In addition, please enjoy Higashiosaka from a slightly unexpected angle, such as the memorial museum for Junzo Miyamoto, Glico toy designer and Western-style painter, and the interdisciplinary environment where four universities are located.

4Matsuri

Festival Scenery

The gods of Kawachi Province, which have been passed down through myths and history since ancient times, are enshrined here.

In Japan, where people have long believed that gods dwell in all things, there are many different forms of festivals and rituals.
Higashiosaka Let's take a look at Ebessan's Tokaebisu, futon drums, Tsujiura, and so on. These are all associated with separate shrines located in Higashiosaka city.
Ebessan is at Fuse Ebisu Shrine (January), Futon-Daiko is at Hiraoka Shrine(October), which is the first shrine in Kawachi Province, and Tsujiura is at Hyotanyama Inari Shrine(throughout the year).

Festivals and traditional events have always played a very important role in connecting communities. That should be no different today.
The new coronavirus has made things difficult, but the outpouring of passion from the community has enabled us to continue. Let's feel that passion together.

5Konamon

Petit Osaka Scenery

Osaka specialties, Konamon, Nerimon, Agemon, everything.

You can of course enjoy Osaka's gourmet food at Higashiosaka
OkonomiyakiWe have all the Osaka specialties you can imagine: kushikatsu (skewers), udon, and more at Takoyaki.
Leave the local delicacies to us.
I've eaten my way through Osaka city. It's your first time in Osaka, but you want to visit a little off-the-beaten-track place. We recommend this to you.

6Factory

Craftsman Scenery

Craftsmen of Higashiosaka " supporting the City of Manufacturing

I don't think there is anything that can't be made at Higashiosaka " This is a story from a town factory in the city.
Higashiosaka The reason why Osaka is called a manufacturing town is because of the density of factories in the city. All processes can be completed in the city with short delivery times. This is the strength of Higashiosaka .
In a world where we take for granted the existence of things, it is the presence of these craftsmen that make the world possible. I would like everyone to feel once again how amazing and gratifying it is to be able to make things!

Let's go to Kouba!" held every November and the Monozukuri Tourism Program (hosted by the Osaka Monozukuri Tourism Promotion Association), Higashiosaka provides opportunities for visitors to casually experience the world of monozukuri.

7Ikomayama

Ikoma Mountain Scenery

Temples, shrines, hiking, and an amusement park on the mountain, "Ikomayama," a place of relaxation for citizens

Mt. Ikoma is a mountain with a long history, as recorded in the Chronicles of Japan.
Ikoma, which is recorded in the Chronicles of Japan. You may be thinking, "Isn't Mt. Ikoma Nara?" In fact, Higashiosaka plays a half of the role!
Higashiosaka Many school songs of municipal elementary schools use the word "Ikoma," and according to our staff's research, the percentage is about 65%! From this, Higashiosaka we can see the relationship between the city and Mt. Ikoma.
The view from the top is spectacular! There are 9 hiking courses, suitable for beginners and intermediate hikers.
There are also power spots and other fun spots to enjoy. Please come and experience a mountain that is close to home for the citizens.

8Amazing

Higashiosaka Superb view

From the hilltop, a spectacular view of the Osaka Plain and even Awaji Island in the distance on a clear day

City Hall is a skyscraper Higashiosaka .
Higashiosaka The view from the top of the mountain is spectacular, with a panoramic view of the buildings of Osaka City as well as the city of Osaka.
Higashiosaka Higashiosaka The east side of the mountain is slightly elevated, so there are many places that will surprise you with such a spectacular view! There are many places that will surprise you.
Whether you want to spend a fashionable time with your date, relax alone, or make memories with friends and family, there is sure to be a place to meet your needs.