Editorial photo #13533873 Economy, Business and Finance

Daily Life In Osaka

OSAKA, JAPAN - APRIL 3: Traditional chochin lanterns and a maneki-neko statue stand outside a shop in the Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street in Osaka, Japan, on April 3, 2026. Japan’s domestic hospitality and small-business sectors are navigating a complex recovery as rising operational costs, driven by a weak yen and high energy prices, challenge the traditional "cheap eats" model that attracts millions of international tourists annually. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13533873
Date taken: 3 April 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category: Economy, Business and Finance

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