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I never thought Osaka would feel so different from Tokyo. From the way people stand on the escalator (on the right instead of the left!) to the overall vibe—Osakans are definitely friendlier and more relaxed. It felt like a whole new side of Japan. We arrived early in the morning by sleeping Willer bus. First stop? The restroom, of course. After freshening up, we found a bus to Osaka Station, where we stored our luggage in coin lockers since we weren’t staying overnight. With that sorted, we grabbed breakfast and got ready for our first destination— Osaka Castle . Getting there was easy—a quick train ride and a short walk. The castle grounds were packed with tourists, but the scenery was stunning. We took tons of pictures, watched a monkey show (random but fun!), and soaked in the atmosphere. Feeling a bit hungry, we tried takoyaki for 800 yen , but… let’s just say it wasn’t the best we’ve had. Next stop— Dotonbori , the heart of Osaka’s entertainment district. The moment we arrived, t...