Spring Vacation Trip Osaka, Japan: Shitennoji (四天王寺) and the Osaka Museum of History (大阪歴史博物館)

Below are a few snapshots from my visit to Shitennoji (oldest officially administered temple in Japan). The interior of most of the buildings did not allow photography (that or I didn't deem it respectful to be taking pictures inside) so these are of the grounds and exterior. The weather was still amazing so as you can see the cherry blossoms were in full bloom and the sky was blue with just a few clouds. There was also this pond with a ton of turtles in it.

Shitennoji (四天王寺)

Website: http://www.shitennoji.or.jp/

Hours: 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Admission: Small fee for entering the center grounds (300 Yen)

Getting thereAccessible via the subway system (Shitennojimae Yuhigaoka Station or tennoji station are the closest I think)

What to bring/wear: Good walking shoes, a camera/camcorder if you want to take pictures.

Maps: http://goo.gl/maps/m6V5k

I also went to the Osaka Museum of History on the same day. I must say I was quite impressed with this museum. The detail in the models of the city and exhibits was done very well. There were also plenty of volunteers and staff around to man the hands-on exhibits. My friend and I played a traditional game and also put together some puzzles. A lot of the exhibits had text translated to English and Korean though not every exhibit has translations.

Osaka Museum of History (大阪歴史博物館)

Website: http://www.mus-his.city.osaka.jp/index.html

Hours: 9:30AM-5:00PM *Please Enter 30 Minutes Prior To Closing
Admission: Adults are 600 Yen each
Getting there: Subway Tanimachi Line and Chuo Line, “Tanimachi 4-Chome” Station, Close To Exit “9” or “2”
What to bring/wear: Good walking shoes, a camera/camcorder if you want to take pictures.
Layout of Exhibitions: http://www.mus-his.city.osaka.jp/eng/exhibitions/permanent.html