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INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES OSAKA JAPAN 090 Kate Robson Teacher INSIDER’S TIP: Bikes and pedestrians share the footpath in Osaka, even along Shinsaibashi shopping mall. So be sure to look both ways before deciding to cross. LOCAL DELICACY: Osaka is famous for its okonomiyake — a savoury pancake covered in a thick barbecue sauce, mayonnaise and fi sh fl akes, which ‘dance’ as they melt. Most places will even cook the okonomiyake on a hot plate in front of you, or you can do the cooking yourself. BEST PLACE TO HANG OUT WITH THE LOCALS: The izakaya (Japanese style pub) around Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. Here you can practise your Japanese with the locals who stop by for a drink after work. FAVOURITE/RECOMMENDED SIDE-TRIP: Nara is only a half-hour train trip away, and is famous for its Giant Buddha and deer which roam the streets. Girls in kimono Sumo wrestlers at the Tokyo Grand Sumo tournament OSAKA FROM THE AIRPORT CBD 38km from Kansai International Airport Travel time 50 mins by car Taxi Approx ¥16,000 (AU$188.50) Limousine bus Every 45 mins at ¥880 (AU$10.40), takes 50 mins Nankai Express Train Every 30 mins from ¥1,390 (AU$16.40), takes 30 mins ON THE GO 1. The subway It’s easy to use, effi cient and clean. 2. Bicycle Many of the hotels offer their guests the option of hiring a bicycle to get around the city. TOKYO JAPAN Yuji Imaizumi Chef de cuisine at Sushi SORA, Mandarin Oriental BEST BREAKFAST: K’shiki at the Mandarin Oriental for Asian-inspired dining. Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast while admiring the breathtaking views from the 38th fl oor, where the restaurant is located. You must try the special omelette. MUST-BUY GIFT: Edo kiriko (cut glass), very delicate Japanese glassware. The process is considered a traditional art which is handed down over generations. MUST-EAT: Of course, my place — Sushi SORA . BEST PLACE TO HANG OUT WITH THE LOCALS: Imperial Palace gardens — it used to be Edo Castle during the Edo era hundreds of years ago. It’s a nice place to walk or jog and it’s within walking distance from the Mandarin Oriental hotel. MOST UNUSUAL THING TO DO: Learn Bushido, the warrior way of life, from a real samurai master in Nihonbashi. TOKYO FROM THE AIRPORT CBD 66km from Narita Airport Travel time 60–90 mins by car Taxi Approx ¥20,000 (AU$235.50) Limousine bus ¥3,000 (AU$35.30), takes 60–90 mins JR Narita Express Every 30–60 mins at ¥3,000 (AU$35.30); takes 60 mins ON THE GO 1. The subway Easy to use, effi cient and clean. 2. Shinkansen The bullet train is super-fast, clean and effi cient. It can take anything from minutes to hours to get to another prefecture.
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