Osaka-Jo Hall : The largest hall in western Japan, consisting of an arena hall with a maximum capacity of 16,000 spectators, is located within the lush green Osaka Castle Park approximately 500 meters northeast of the dungeon. It was built in commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the construction of Osaka Castle, and its biggest feature is that it can provide a venue for a wide variety of events, including concerts. It is regarded as an international treasure for music lovers.

• http://www.unesco.org/new/fileadmin/MULTIMEDIA/HQ/ERI/pdf/IJD_DaytimeEdProgramG.pdf" rel="nofollow - Daytime Educational Programme  (English and Japanese)
• http://www.unesco.org/new/en/unesco/events/prizes-and-celebrations/celebrations/international-days/international-jazz-day-2014/artists-and-special-guests-in-osaka/" rel="nofollow - Artists and Special Guests participating in Osaka
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