🐙A journey of cute animals and delicious food I encountered in Osaka🐟💕

My trip to Osaka was filled with bustling city vibes, delicious food, and encounters with soothing animals. 😊
I'd like to share the charms I felt at each location. 🌈

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🐧 Sea Friends I Met at [Kaiyukan] 💙

Kaiyukan, located in Osaka Port, is famous as one of the world's largest aquariums. ✨
The first thing I saw upon entering was a majestically standing king penguin. 🐧❄️
Standing quietly in an icy world, it looked like the king of Antarctica. Its shiny feathers and gentle expression warmed my heart. 💛

And then there were the sea lions gliding swiftly through the water! 🐬
Their puffing bubbles were so cute, they brought a smile to my face just by watching them. ✨

I was also amazed by the sight of a giant ocean sunfish swimming leisurely. 😳!
Its leisurely movements were so soothing that I lost track of time as I gazed upon it.

Of course, there were the ever-popular clownfish too! 🐠💕
Their orange and white bodies glowed in the water, making it seem like a scene from a movie. 🎥

Finally, we saw a whale shark! 🦈💫
The sight of its massive body swimming leisurely was awe-inspiring, and it really brought home to us how vast the ocean is. 🌊

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🍣Fluffy and creamy takoyaki from Dotonbori Kukuru 🐙💓

After enjoying Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, it was time for some Osaka specialty takoyaki!
The takoyaki at Dotonbori Kukuru was crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.
The aroma of the mayonnaise and sauce is irresistible, and biting into a piping hot one brings me such joy! 💗
The red octopus-shaped packaging is super cute and photogenic! 📸✨

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🧅Wanaka's Takoyaki with Tons of Green Onions 💚

Next, we visited Wanaka. Their takoyaki is chock-full of green onions!! 🌿
The crunchy green onions, fluffy dough, and the aroma of their secret dashi stock are a perfect combination.
It's simple, yet so delicious you'll want to eat more than you can handle. 😋

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🍜Naniwa Soba's Soba Sushi Rolls 🍣✨

Our final stop was Naniwa Soba, a long-established Osaka restaurant.
"Soba sushi," made with soba noodles wrapped in nori seaweed, is elegant in both appearance and taste.
The aroma of the dashi broth and the crisp texture of the cucumber are exquisite. 🎶
Osaka's delicious foods are all unique and fun. 🍵💕

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🌟 Summary

After being comforted by the animals at Kaiyukan Aquarium,
and enjoying the flavors of Osaka in Dotonbori,
it truly was a "cute and delicious trip." 🐧🐙💖
No matter how many times I visit Osaka, there's always something new to discover!

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📍Spot Information
1. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (Minato Ward, Osaka City)
• Address: 1-1-10 Kaigan-dori, Minato Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
• Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (May vary depending on season and day of the week; admission is until 1 hour before closing)
• Details: An aquarium where you can meet king penguins, sea lions, giant ocean sunfish, and other sea creatures. 🐧🐬
2. Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru Main Branch (Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka City)
• Address: 1F Hakua Building, 1-10-5 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
• Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat, Sun, and Holidays 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Last Order: 8:30 PM, etc.) *Hours may vary depending on the store and season.
• What: Crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, these takoyaki are a popular Osaka specialty! 🍢
3. Takoyaki Douraku Wanaka Sennichimae Main Branch (Sennichimae, Chuo Ward, Osaka City)
• Address: 11-19 Sennichimae, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
• Business Hours:
• Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Varies by store)
• Sat, Sun, and Holidays: 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM (or 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM, etc.)
• What: This popular restaurant offers a wide variety of takoyaki, including those topped with plenty of green onions, and often sees long lines. 🌿
4. Soba Shabu Souhonke Naniwa Soba Shinsaibashi Main Branch (Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka City)
• Address: 1-4-32 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
• Business Hours:
• Monday-Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM (L.O. 10:00 PM)
• Sundays and Holidays: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM (L.O. 9:30 PM)
• Details: Enjoy stylish Japanese cuisine, including "soba-makizushi" (sushi rolls wrapped around soba noodles) 🍣

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