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Daily Life In Osaka

OSAKA, JAPAN - APRIL 3: Large crowds of international and domestic tourists pass through the historic Sakuramon Gate at Osaka Castle in Osaka, Japan, on April 3, 2026. The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) reports that inbound visitor numbers for the 2026 spring season have surpassed pre-pandemic records, significantly boosting the regional economy as the nation manages the logistical challenges of high-density 'over-tourism' at its most popular cultural heritage sites. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13533944
Date Taken	3 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Economy, Business and Finance
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

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