From the Editor Volume 1, Issue 2
Sayonara Gifu! The different side of Japan- Osaka Among other things, Osaka is the hometown of the baseball team the Hanshin Tigers. Actually I went to Osaka when I was about 16 but I don't remember much of the city. What I do know is that Osaka is very different from Tokyo with respect of their language and food as well as the personality of the people. I have gathered some information about Osaka so that we may be a little more prepared for what's
Nagoya, June 2005
waiting for us. Downtown Osaka is divided into two parts. The North (kita) or Umeda, is the shoping area and is a chic place for Osaka standards. And in the South (minami) or Namba where we are staying it is the "King" of downtown Osaka — the center of Osaka culture. I would not be surprised if you experience culture shock there because it is so loud, bright and packed with people. Just beside our hotel there is a famous comedy theater school. Many of the Japanese comedians come from Osaka. Manzai (two persons comedian act) and Shinki geki (theatrical comedy) are very popular. They will definitely make you laugh with their big gestures and strong characters through unexpected timing. (Continued on page 6)
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