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  Wikinfo | Osaka
Kansai International Airport is the main airport: it is a man-made rectangular island which sits off-shore in Osaka Bay and services Osaka and its surrounding satellite cities of Nara, Kobe and Kyoto.
Osaka International Airport in Itami still houses most of the domestic service from the metropolitan region: its proximity to the Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto city centers outweighs its noise restrictions.
Osaka people are considered by other Japanese to be rowdy and boisterous with a robust and coarse sense of humour, befitting people engaged in the commercial life of the region.
www.wikinfo.org /wiki.php?title=Osaka   (665 words)

  
 Airport Technology - Kansai International Airport (KIX/RJBB), Osaka Bay, Japan
Kansai International Airport (KIA) is pushing forward with an expansion programme that will include the construction of two new runways and a passenger terminal off the existing airport island.
The airport opened in September 1994 and is located in Osaka Bay, 35km south of the centre of Osaka, Japan.
The airport currently operates on a single 3,500m runway and is capable of handling up to 160,000 departures and arrivals per year.
www.airport-technology.com /projects/kansai   (641 words)

  
 JapanCorner - The Benihana Guide to Japan
Osaka became the official capital of Japan in the mid-7th century as a critical vehicle for foreign trade just at the time when Japan was first importing cultural traditions from China.
During the Tokugawa period (1603-1868) Osaka emerged as Japan's mercantile capital and when the city incorporated in 1889, the population was already nearly a half-million.
Two popular dishes to come out of Osaka include the tasty, 'okonomiyaki' which is a Japanese-style omlet and the infamous 'fugu' or pufferfish which is served raw but if not prepared correctly is poisonous.
www.japancorner.com /osaka.asp   (526 words)

  
 Osaka International Airport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
With the ongoing expansion of Kansai Airport and the opening of a third regional airport in Kobe, the Osaka metropolitan area is facing a surplus of flight slots.
While part of the reasoning behind this move is to reduce noise around the airport, many area residents have opposed the restriction as an unnecessary impediment on the airport.
The only direct rail connection to the airport is the Osaka Monorail, which stops in the northern suburbs of Osaka.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Osaka_International_Airport   (673 words)

  
 OSAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Kansai International Airport (KIX; 関西国際空港 Kansai-kokusai-kūkō) (commonly know as Osaka International Airport or Airport International Osaka) is the main international airport of Japan's Kansai region, including the cities of Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe.
All trains leave from the Kansai Airport station across the road from the arrivals hall; there is a clearly marked walkway on the 2nd floor.
Airport Limousine buses leave for various destinations throughout Kansai from the 1st floor directly outside the arrivals hall.
www.japaneselifestyle.com.au /travel/osaka_airport.html   (582 words)

  
 Osaka (Japan) airports page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Osaka has 2 main airports: Kansai and Itami.
The airport is constructed on an artificial island.
OSAKA (KIX) in 1998 : 19 161 035 passengers.
www.2747.com /2747/world/airport/osaka.htm   (63 words)

  
 Osaka travel guide - Wikitravel
Osaka was where merchants made and lost fortunes and received repeated warnings from the shogunate to reduce their conspicuous consumption.
The Westin Osaka 1-1-20 Oyodo Naka, Kita-ku [19].
Osaka has a dangerous reputation (by Japanese standards), but is still remarkably safe for a city of its size, and the overall level of crime is as low as in Tokyo or other Japanese cities.
wikitravel.org /en/Osaka   (4676 words)

  
 Tokyo International Airport
Tokyo International Airport (東京国際空港) is an international airport in the ward of Ota in Tokyo, Japan.
All international flights are moved to NTIA by the end of the year, and customs/immigration facilities are removed from the main terminal to allow it to accommodate more domestic passengers.
Haneda Airport is served by the Keihin Kyuko Railway and Tokyo Monorail.
www.japan-101.com /travel/tokyo_international_airport.htm   (626 words)

  
 Kansai International Airport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
After the protests surrounding New Tokyo International Airport (now Narita International Airport), which was built with expropriated land in a rural part of Chiba prefecture, planners decided to build the airport offshore.
The airport, however, emerged unscathed, mostly due to the use of sliding joints in its construction.
Since the airport is at its limit on "peak" times, a portion of Phase II, including the second runway, is scheduled to become operational on August 2, 2007.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kansai_International_Airport   (1587 words)

  
 The Urinals of Osaka Kansai International Airport   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Back as far as 1968, the Japanese Ministry of Transport recognized that the main airport serving Osaka was inadequate, and began the lengthy process of finding a site for a new, state of the art international airport.
In 1976, the Ministry decided to recommend building the airport on a man-made island in the Osaka Bay, with final approval by all concerned parties granted in 1984.
Kansai International Airport currently is a single-runway operation, with Runway 6/24 3500 metres in length, though there are plans in place to add up to two more runways as well as another passenger terminal, which will involve reclaiming more land, and is slated to be complete late in 2007.
www.urinal.net /osaka_airpt   (296 words)

  
 Budget Traveller's Guide to Sleeping in the Osaka airport
I really liked this airport, to top it off...I left my bags with one of the massage ladies who was opening the store in the morning, went and got my tickets, came back and had time to get a fairly cheap massage.
I spent one night in Osaka [Kansai] airport-the international one -last week [the second week in January 2001].
The airport was clean, and except for the escalators and some construction on the 3rd floor it was relatively quiet.
www.sleepinginairports.net /asia/osaka.htm   (1898 words)

  
 BY PLANE, Osaka Tourist Information and Travel Guide at InfoHub.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
International arrivals are on the first floor of the sleek modern building, topped with a wave-like roof, where you'll also find the small Kansai tourist information centre (daily 9am-9pm; tel 0724/56-6025), a separate desk where you can make hotel reservations and several bureau de change booths.
Itami airport, 10km north of the city centre, is also known as Osaka International airport even though it no longer handles overseas flights.
From the airport there are regular buses into the city (25-50min depending on destination; ¥340-680) and also to Shin-Osaka Station (25min; ¥480), where you can connect to the Shinkansen.
www.infohub.com /Destinations/Asia/Japan/Osaka/71457.htm   (623 words)

  
 Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Osaka Kansai International Airport is located approximately 30 miles southwest of Osaka central, on an artificial island some three miles from the shore.
The airport can be reached by car from Osaka via a toll bridge connected to an expressway, which serves both the Hanshin and the Hanwa expressways.
A taxi rank is situated directly outside the airport building, with the journey time into the city taking 1 hour on average, longer during peak hours or when roads are congested.
parking.essentialtravel.co.uk /worldairport/japan/osaka.htm   (549 words)

  
 HANEDA AIRPORT - TOKYO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Haneda Airport - Tokyo International Airport (Japanese: 東京国際空港 Tōkyō Kokusai Kūkō) (IATA: HND, ICAO: RJTT) is an airport in Ota, Tokyo, Japan.
The international terminal is connected to the main terminal by a shuttle bus, which runs every five minutes during the day.
All international flights, except for those to Taiwan, Republic of China are moved to NTIA by the end of the year, and customs/immigration facilities are removed from the main terminal to allow it to accommodate more domestic passengers.
www.japaneselifestyle.com.au /tokyo/haneda_airport.htm   (716 words)

  
 Kansai International Airport guide, Osaka, Japan
This airport services a wide range of destinations, both domestic and international, with 72 cities and 32 countries total.
There is only one terminal in the airport, but it is housed in a huge building with an extensive array of services.
If you are leaving the airport by car, follow the road from the artificial island on which the airport is located to the toll-gate controlled bridge.
www.121airports.com /osakainternationalairport.htm   (511 words)

  
 Osaka Prefecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
September 1, 1956: Osaka City is promoted a city designated by government ordinance and thereby divided into 24 wards.
The population of Osaka Prefecture taken during the 2000 National Census is 8,804,806, or about seven percent of the total population of Japan, ranking second after Tokyo Prefecture.
The symbol of Osaka Prefecture, called the sennari byōtan or "thousand gourds," was originally the crest of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the feudal lord of Osaka Castle.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Osaka_Prefecture   (258 words)

  
 (Osaka) Kansai International Airport (KIX) - Airport Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Road access to the artificial island on which the airport is built is via a dedicated access bridge (with a toll gate on entry), connecting to an expressway, which serves all directions, off the Hanshin Expressway (Wangan Route) and the Hanwa Expressway, further inland.
Rail: The Kansai Airport Station is served by Japanese Railways trains; the limited express Haruka line runs to Kyoto (journey time: 1 hour 15 minutes) and other destinations, while the Kansai rapid service runs to Kyobashi (journey time: 1 hour 30 minutes) and other destinations.
The Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport (tel: (0)724 551 111) is the only hotel on the airport island and is connected directly to the terminal.
www.worldairportguide.com /airport/252/airport_guide/Far-East-Asia/Osaka-Kansai-International-Airport.html   (555 words)

  
 Osaka Travel Guide | Fodor's Online
Japan's second city in terms of industry, commerce, and technology, Osaka is known for its dynamic spirit, superb restaurants, and Bunraku puppet theater.
Osaka is still a merchant city, with many streets devoted to wholesale commerce.
Although Osaka may not have many sights of historical interest, it's a good, central starting point for trips to Nara, Kyoto, Koya-san (Mt. Koya), and Kobe.
fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=osaka@113&...   (318 words)

  
 Bradmans ASIA / PACIFIC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Airport Osaka is accessible internationally from Kansai International Airport and domestically from Osaka International Airport (Itami).
Airport limousine bus There are regular airport limousine buses to and from Kansai and Itami that run from the Umeda area in the northern part of the city, as well as from selected points near major hotels in central and southern parts of Osaka.
To get to Osaka terminal in the northern part of the city, take the JR Express train, which arrives in just over an hour and costs [00a3]6.
www.bradmans.com /asia/osaka/gettingintotown   (301 words)

  
 Tokyo Narita Airport Guide - Tokyo
The airport has left luggage facilities available in both terminals, and lost property is handled by the NAA Service Centre located in both terminals.
The airport has a few activities located near the airport to keep passengers that are delayed for a few hours busy and entertained.
Passengers delayed at the airport for a few hours can can go on a guided tour of the airport, which must be booked in advance.
www.travel-library.com /airports/asia/japan/tokyo/tokyo_narita_airport.html   (742 words)

  
 Japan Hotels and Resorts - Ramada Kansai International Airport Hotel Osaka Japan
Ramada Kansai International Airport Hotel is proud to offer you world class service and superb accommodation.
In Ramada Kansai International Airport Hotel, 8th and 9th floors are reserved exclusively for Business Executives and Priority Club members.
It is our true desire to provide our international guests with an opportunity to appreciate a fine variety of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine arranged in a Japanese style, and Japanese vegetarian fare with a western flavor.
www.southtravels.com /asia/japan/holidayinnkansai/index.html   (669 words)

  
 Osaka : Planning a Trip : Getting There | Frommers.com
From Tokyo's Haneda and Narita airports, flight time is about 1 to 1 1/4 hours; at press time, the fare averaged ¥16,700 to ¥18,500 ($139-$154) one-way.
Slower is the JR rapid (JR Kanku Kaisoku), which travels from the airport to Tennoji and Osaka stations before continuing to Kobe.
If you're arriving in Osaka from Kobe or Kyoto, the commuter lines, which will deliver you directly to Osaka Station in the heart of the city, are more convenient than the Shinkansen, which will deposit you at out-of-the-way Shin-Osaka Station.
www.frommers.com /destinations/osaka/2928020009.html   (705 words)

  
 Discount Rates | Rihga Grand Hotel Osaka | Osaka Hotels
Approximately one hour.Kansai International Airport (KIX)From Osaka International Airport (ITM) 1.
Or use daily airport bus to and from the airport.
Osaka station is a 10 minutes walk, while 2 subway lines are only a 2 minutes walk from our door.
hotels.indo.com /asia/JP/osaka/11271235.html   (289 words)

  
 Osaka Hotels: Swissotel Nankai Osaka Hotel Official Site, Osaka Luxury Hotel
One of Japan's largest and most dynamic cities, Osaka is western Japan's center of finance and offers a wealth of historic and cultural attractions.
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka's Amrita Spa is the finest spa in Osaka, offering a broad range of treatments to enhance a feeling of well-being and includes a fully equipped gym and an indoor swimming pool.
Whether your next Osaka event is for 1000 guests or an intimate reception for ten people,  Swissôtel Nankai Osaka offers a wide choice of hotel banquet and meeting rooms of various sizes to meet your needs.
www.osaka.swissotel.com   (302 words)

  
 Osaka Airport Hotels - Hotels close to Osaka Airport
Our Osaka Airport Hotels offer complete services for the leisure and business traveler.
All Osaka Airport hotels have been inspected by our staff for quality and comfort.
Many of our Osaka Airport Hotels offer free airport shuttle as well as special Park and Fly packages with up to 14 days parking.
osaka.airporthotelservice.com   (191 words)

  
 Osaka Hotels - Discount Japan Hotel Accommodation by DirectRooms
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directrooms.com /japan/hotels/osaka-hotels/price1.htm   (357 words)

  
 Osaka International Airport - domestic airport in Itami, Japan
Osaka International Airport - domestic airport in Itami, Japan
Osaka International Airport (大阪国際空港) (IATA airport code: ITM) is an domestic airport in Itami, Japan and Toyonaka, Japan.
It faces competition from Kansai and will also face competition from Kobe Airport when that airport is completed.
www.japan-101.com /travel/osaka_international_airport.htm   (329 words)

  
 Imperial Hotel Osaka, Japan - Asia Travel Japan Hotels Reservation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
55 minutes from Kansai international Airport to JR Osaka Station.
25 minutes from Osaka international Airport to JR Osaka station.
•Average travel time to JR Osaka Station is 15 minutes, although actual times vary in accordance with traffic conditions.
www.asiatravel.com /japan/osaka/imperial_hotel_osaka/location.html   (221 words)

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