Great Places to Visit in Osaka ๐
๐ Nakanoshima Library ๐ Donated and built by the heirs of the Sumitomo family, a prominent Osaka financial clan, this library features a stunning Neo-Baroque exterior and an equally beautiful interior. ๐๏ธ ๐ No reservation is needed for a visit, but photography is not allowed in the special exhibitions. ๐ธ Nakanoshima Museum of Art ๐จ The new museum was designed by architect Katsuhiko Endo. ๐ From a distance, it looks like a floating black boxโserene and lightweight, standing out prominently among the classical buildings. ๐ฆ ๐There's a Monet exhibition going on right now, which will end on June 5th. ๐จ Children's Book Forest ๐ฒ ๐ Designed by Tadao Ando, this children's library is like a three-dimensional maze where kids can enjoy the joy of reading. There's a green apple sculpture at the entrance, symbolizing eternal youth. ๐ ๐ Reservations are required in advance. I bought some interesting souvenirs at the shop near the exit. ๐ #Osaka ๐๐