Explore Japan’s Cultural Heartland from Osaka to Hiroshima with This Detailed Double-Sided Map
This beautifully detailed map from ITMB captures the vibrant essence of Osaka, one of Japan’s most dynamic and historic cities, and the surrounding region of Western Japan, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, modern infrastructure, and spectacular landscapes.
Whether you’re navigating the bustling streets of Osaka, exploring the ancient temples of Kyoto and Nara, or planning a scenic rail journey across Hiroshima, Himeji, or Nagoya, this map is your essential companion.
🗾 What’s On the Map?
Side One: Osaka City Map
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Covers the city in detail from the Umeda district (north of Osaka Station) to Tennoji Station in the south.
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Major landmarks are clearly shown, including Osaka Castle, major rail lines, parks, and riverways.
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Includes:
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Inset map of the Kobe/Osaka metropolitan area
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Inset map of central Kobe for ease of urban navigation
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Side Two: Western Central Japan
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Broad-scale coverage from west of Hiroshima to east of Nagoya, ideal for longer trips.
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Features all motorways, highways, and rail lines, including Shinkansen routes
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Highlights cultural and natural attractions throughout:
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Himeji Castle
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Kyoto’s temple precincts
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Nara’s deer park and heritage sites
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Ise Grand Shrine
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Includes a detailed inset map of the Kyoto–Nara region – perfect for day trip planning
Key Features
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Accurate & easy-to-read city and regional mapping
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Fully indexed for convenient navigation
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Highlights transportation links including train stations and routes
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Tourist attractions clearly marked
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Bilingual where appropriate (with local place names and romanized spellings)
Laminated for Durability
We offer this map laminated with 80-micron gloss film, making it:
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Writeable & wipeable with whiteboard markers
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Ideal for using map dots to plan routes or mark favourite places
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Resistant to tearing and staining – perfect for repeat use while travelling
📌 Note: As this map is produced from a previously folded version, very light fold lines may be visible beneath the laminate.
🗺️ Technical Details
| Feature | Description |
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| Publisher | ITMB (International Travel Maps) |
| Scale | City: 1:12,500 / Region: 1:670,000 |
| Map Size | 690 mm (w) x 1000 mm (h) |
| Language | English with Japanese place names |
| Format | Laminated Wall Map |
Why This Map?
✔️ Perfect for travellers, expats, and Japanophiles
✔️ Combines both urban detail and regional overview
✔️ Includes lesser-known gems and major sights alike
✔️ Ideal for trip planning, teaching, and display
Whether you’re hopping between bullet trains or wandering Kyoto’s backstreets, this map delivers a clear and beautiful picture of one of Japan’s most rewarding regions.
Explore, discover, and plan with confidence – with the Osaka & Western Japan ITMB Map.
