2016年9月15日木曜日

Tennoji Zoo, Shitennoji Temple, Osaka Castle


Tennoji Zoo, Shitennoji Temple, Osaka Castle

The Tennoji Zoo opened in January 1915 as the third zoo in Japan. It has remained popular ever since then with citizens as a place for recreation, culture and learning. Having expanded considerably over the years, the zoo currently houses about 1,000 animals of 230 different types in an area of about 11 hectares. As a welcome oasis in the midst of the metropolis of Osaka, the zoo now attracts more than 1.5 million visitors annually. The Tennoji Zoo, in addition to reproducing as closely as possible the original habitats and environments of animals, also serves as a kind of “ecological exhibition” to introduce to the public how these animals live.

大阪の天王寺動物園では広い敷地を悠々と歩くキリンやサイ、カバなどを見ることが出来ます。四天王寺や大阪城など大阪の名所はどこも豪快です。

Black Rhinoceros
Diceros bicornis
サイ
Diceros bicornis

Tennoji Zoo
天王寺動物園
Tennoji Zoo

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About Tennoji Zoo

Chimpanzee
Pan troglodytes
チンパンジー
Pan troglodytes

Whimbrel
Numenius phaeopus
チュウシャクシギ
Numenius phaeopus

Hippopotamus
Hippopotamus amphibious
カバ
Hippopotamus amphibious

Black Rhinoceros
Diceros bicornis
サイ
Diceros bicornis

Eland
Taurotragus oryx
エランド
Taurotragus oryx

Grant's Zebra
Equus quagga boehmi
グラントシマウマ
Equus quagga boehmi
Equus quagga boehmi

Reticulated giraffe
Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata
アミメキリン
Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata

Lion
Panthera leo
ライオン
Panthera leo
Panthera leo

Amur tiger
Panthera tigris altaica
アムールトラ
Panthera tigris altaica

King Penguin
Aptenodytes patagonicus
オウサマペンギン
(キングペンギン)
Aptenodytes patagonicus

Bactrian Camel
Camelus bactrianus
フタコブラクダ
Camelus bactrianus

Polar Bear
Ursus maritimus
ホッキョクグマ
Ursus maritimus

Asiatic Elephant
Elephas maximus
アジアゾウ
Elephas maximus

Spotted Pond Turtles
Geoclemys hamiltonii
ハミルトンガメ
Geoclemys hamiltonii

Helmeted Water Toad
Caudiverbera caudiverbera
ヘルメットガエル
Caudiverbera caudiverbera

African Clawed Frog
Xenopus laevis var. albino
アフリカツメガエル(アルビノ)
Xenopus laevis var. albino

Cobalt tree monitor
Varanus macraei
アオホソオオトカゲ
Varanus macraei

Freshwater minnow
Opsariichthys platypus
オイカワ
Opsariichthys platypus

Shitennoji Temple
四天王寺
Shitennoji Temple
Five Storied Pagoda, 五重塔

Chumon
Central gate
There are Nio Guardians in the gate.
中門
Shitennoji Temple

Nio Guardians
仁王像
Nio Guardians
Nio Guardians
Shitennoji (四天王寺, Shitennōji) is one of Japan's oldest temples and the first ever to be built by the state. It was founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku, who supported the introduction of Buddhism into Japan. Although the temple's buildings burned down several times throughout the centuries, they were always carefully reconstructed to reflect the original 6th century design. source

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Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle (Osaka-jo) was built by the hegemon Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who ruled Japan in the latter half of the 16th century, on the site of a temple called Ishiyama Hongan-ji. The construction work began in 1583 and most buildings such as the castle tower were completed in 1585. source

About Osaka Castle

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Japanese foods are good and safe.
Because of stricter food safety law by Japanese government, we have no worry about foods.

Sushi
寿司
Sushi

Asari no Miso Shiru ; Miso Soup with Asari Clams
あさりの味噌汁
Asari no Miso Shiru ; Miso Soup with Asari Clams

Okonomiyaki
Japanese-style pancake
お好み焼き
Japanese-style pancake

Pastry
菓子パン
Pastry

Anmitsu ; "Anmitsu" is a traditional Japanese dessert, particularly enjoyed during the summer
あんみつ
Anmitsu


 5 years have passed since Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident. I have visited various places of Japan to see the health consequence of the accident.
 Fortunately I have never found any impacts by the accident among Japanese creatures. As far as I know, nobody has health problem which is caused by the accident in Japan.
 Our Prime Minister Abe assures that "The situation is under control. The influence of the contaminated water is completely blocked within Fukushima. There are no health-related problems until now and there will never be health problems." He also said that "Tokyo is 250 kilometers away from Fukushima, and the kind of danger that you imagine does not exist in Tokyo. Tokyo is a very safe city."
 As PM Abe said, Osaka Prefecture is very far away from Fukushima, people in there have no concern about the nuclear power plant accident. People in there have already forgotten the accident, because they think radioactive materials cannot reach there.
 We know there is no problem for childbirth and child rearing in Osaka Prefecture. So people in there have no concern about the accident.
 I continue to visit various places in Japan to see the effects of the accident, because I can meet various creatures which are more sensitive to radioactive materials from the environment. It is important to see their health for our safety.


Public Health Network in Japan
公衆衛生ネットワーク
Public Health Network in Japan


2016年9月3日土曜日

Universal Studios Japan, Osaka

Universal Studios Japan, Osaka


 Universal Studios Japan is one of the biggest amusement parks of Japan. It located in Osaka prefecture, Japan. 
 Universal Studios Japan®, covering a wide spectrum of entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events, is a world-class theme park. Each area has it own view, and is a different world full of impressions. World class entertainment is brought together in this theme park which can be enjoyed by young and old alike, including exciting rides based on blockbuster Hollywood movies and wonderful shows with popular characters. In 2014, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ made its debut at Universal Studios Japan, reproducing the world from the Harry Potter™ stories on a magnificent scale.
 Now, Universal Studios Japan celebrates its 15th anniversary with the debut of the world's longest flying coaster, The Flying Dinosaur on  March 31st, 2016Under the theme of Re-born, a massive attack of attractions and events will immerse the visitors in excitement and utmost happiness.



今年で15周年を迎える大阪のユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンに世界最長、世界最大高低差のザ・フライング・ダイナソーがオープンしました。乗るには勇気が必要です。

The Flying Dinosaur
The Flying Dinosaur


Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan will be "RE-BOOOOOOOORN!" for its 15th anniversary.
ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン
Universal Studios Japan

About Universal Studios Japan

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These pictures were taken on July, 2016.

Yo-kai Watch restaurant
妖怪ウオッチレストラン
Yo-kai Watch restaurant

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man

Sesame Street Funky Party
Sesame Street Funky Party

Universal Studios Japan

JURASSIC PARK
JURASSIC PARK
JURASSIC PARK
JURASSIC PARK
JURASSIC PARK

The Flying Dinosaur
ザ・フライング・ダイナソー
The Flying Dinosaur
The Flying Dinosaur
The Flying Dinosaur

The Flying Snoopy
The Flying Snoopy

Hello Kitty
Hello Kitty

Minions
Minions
Minions

Universal RE-BOOOOOOOORN Parade
Universal RE-BOOOOOOOORN Parade
Universal RE-BOOOOOOOORN Parade

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Hogwarts castle

Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan

Shinkansen
Shinkansen

Japanese foods are good and safe.
Because of stricter food safety law by Japanese government, we have no worry about foods.


Shaved ice
Shaved ice

Soft drink
Soft drink

Pancake
Pancake

sandwich
sandwich

Cake
Cake

soup
soup

steak
steak

ice
ice

Una Don ; Eel Rice Bowl
うな丼
Una Don ; Eel Rice Bowl

Tenzaru Soba ; Tempura and Soba Noodles
天ざるそば
Tenzaru Soba ; Tempura and Soba Noodles

sandwich
sandwich


 5 years have passed since Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident. I have visited various places of Japan to see the health consequence of the accident.
 Fortunately I have never found any impacts by the accident among Japanese creatures. As far as I know, nobody has health problem which is caused by the accident in Japan.
 Our Prime Minister Abe assures that "The situation is under control. The influence of the contaminated water is completely blocked within Fukushima. There are no health-related problems until now and there will never be health problems." He also said that "Tokyo is 250 kilometers away from Fukushima, and the kind of danger that you imagine does not exist in Tokyo. Tokyo is a very safe city."
 As PM Abe said, Osaka Prefecture is very far away from Fukushima, people in there have no concern about the nuclear power plant accident. People in there have already forgotten the accident, because they think radioactive materials cannot reach there.
 We know there is no problem for childbirth and child rearing in Osaka Prefecture. So people in there have no concern about the accident.
 I continue to visit various places in Japan to see the effects of the accident, because I can meet various creatures which are more sensitive to radioactive materials from the environment. It is important to see their health for our safety.


Public Health Network in Japan
公衆衛生ネットワーク
Public Health Network in Japan