{"id":276,"date":"2022-09-17T18:59:41","date_gmt":"2022-09-17T18:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ijcb2023.iapr-tc4.org\/?page_id=276"},"modified":"2025-06-27T02:33:03","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T02:33:03","slug":"venue","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ijcb2025.ieee-biometrics.org\/venue\/","title":{"rendered":"About Osaka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Osaka, Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Osaka<\/strong>, Japan&#8217;s 3rd largest metropolis, following Tokyo and Yokohama, is a vibrant hub of culture, history, and commerce located on the island of Honshu. Known for its modern architecture, bustling nightlife, and delicious street food, Osaka offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese experiences. Key attractions include Osaka Castle, the Dotonbori entertainment district, and the famous Universal Studios Japan. It&#8217;s also a gateway to other iconic destinations like Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Four Seasons in Osaka\uff1cShort ver.\uff1e\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/78yBPiH55sg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Easy access<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Osaka is well-connected internationally and domestically, making it easy to reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Osaka is served by two major airports, offering convenient access for international and domestic travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kansai International Airport (KIX): Osaka\u2019s primary international airport, built on an artificial island in Osaka Bay, handles flights from major cities worldwide. Direct flights connect KIX to major cities in Asia, Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Oceania.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport, ITM): A domestic airport primarily serving flights within Japan. Connects to most major Japanese cities, including Tokyo (Haneda), Fukuoka, and Sendai. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both airports are well-connected to Osaka city center via train, bus, and taxi services. They are well-equipped with multilingual signage, helpful staff, and a range of amenities to ensure a smooth travel experience to Osaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By Train<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shinkansen (Bullet Train): Osaka&#8217;s Shin-Osaka Station is a key stop on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines, providing high-speed connections to Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expo 2025: Designing Future Societies for Our Lives<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Osaka is now hosting <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expo2025.or.jp\/en\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><u>Expo 2025<\/u><\/mark><\/a><\/strong>, a world exposition under the theme &#8220;Designing Future Society for Our Lives&#8221;, from April 13 to October 13, 2025. The event takes place on Yumeshima Island, a man-made island in Osaka Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expo 2025 is poised to be a transformative event, putting Osaka in the global spotlight and leaving a lasting legacy for innovation and international cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Osaka, Japan Osaka, Japan&#8217;s 3rd largest metropolis, following Tokyo and Yokohama, is a vibrant hub of culture, history, and commerce located on the island of Honshu. Known for its modern architecture, bustling nightlife, and delicious street food, Osaka offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese experiences. 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