Nishi-ku, Administrative ward in central Osaka, Japan
Nishi-ku encompasses 5.2 square kilometers of urban terrain with the Kitsu River flowing through industrial and commercial zones.
The ward designation occurred in 1879, marking a significant step in Osaka's administrative organization during Japan's modernization period.
The Central Library, Public Record Office, and Culture Center for Children form a network of educational institutions serving the local population.
The transportation network includes Yotsubashi, Sennichimae, Chuo, and Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi subway lines connecting residents to different parts of Osaka.
The Kyocera Dome stands as a central facility hosting sports events, with numerous international airline offices establishing their presence in the district.
Location: Osaka
Inception: 1879
Website: https://city.osaka.lg.jp/nishi
GPS coordinates: 34.67639,135.48611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:45
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