竈門炭治郎のうた
Composed by Go Shiina
Osaka (part 3 of 4)
Nestled in the Kansai region lies Osaka and its castle, an 1850s unification landmark admired by visitors year-round, especially in late March to May for a seasonal phenomenon called
“Hanami”
I am a fan of Bleach, a Shonen anime from the 2000s. Consumed by the thought of Byakuya Kuchiki's bankai, I was interrupted by the echoes of conversation and wind from the very moment I stepped off Osaka Station. Like Byakuya's bankai, my vision was blanketed by a sea of pink. My heart began to race. I couldn't wait to lose myself in cherry blossoms.
Hanami
Our train had just passed Yodobashi Umeda and its surrounding concrete jungle upon making a stop at Osaka Station. On the horizon was Osaka Castle, where all lines of people, rivers, boats, trees, cherry blossoms, and the scent of Okonomiyaki met. The castle was the star, with centuries of strength holding its beauty up high and guarded by the unwavered spirit of Osaka.
Oh. Did I mention there's a Make Your Own Cup Noodle at the Cup Noodle Museum? Aquarium? Or that nothing is better than eating fluffy pancakes surrounded by cherry blossom trees?
photos taken in 2017
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