OSAKA, Nov 11 (Information On Japan) –
A proposal has emerged to promote the working firm of Tsutenkaku Tower, an iconic image of Osaka’s Shinsekai district. As inbound tourism rebounds within the post-pandemic period, questions are rising over the way forward for this well-liked landmark.
The much-loved “image of Naniwa” may very well be approaching a serious turning level. It has come to gentle that there’s a proposal to promote the corporate working Tsutenkaku, situated in Shinsekai, Osaka. Nankai Electrical Railway is reportedly among the many potential patrons, although the sale value and timing stay undecided.
Takayuki Takai, President of Tsutenkaku Kanko: “We should protect Tsutenkaku for the following 100 and even 200 years. We’re exploring varied potentialities by negotiations with completely different firms. At this level, no concrete selections have been made.”
Tsutenkaku has develop into a favourite spot amongst worldwide vacationers as effectively. Though customer numbers plummeted in the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, final fiscal yr noticed roughly 1.37 million guests—surpassing pre-pandemic ranges. Standing at 108 meters, Tsutenkaku doesn’t match the Tokyo Skytree’s 634 meters in top, but it captivates guests with its uniquely Osaka allure.
The present proposal for a sale has emerged because the attraction’s income continues to develop. In response to sources, the plan goals to make sure long-term operations at Tsutenkaku, enhancing its financial impression on the encircling space. The thought of dismantling the tower is reportedly not into account.
Native Bakery Proprietor: “Tsutenkaku is a given right here. Shedding it could be completely unacceptable.”
Rickshaw Puller: “We make a residing with Tsutenkaku proper right here. If it’s for a optimistic future, I believe that’s good.”
Takai: “We’re having day by day discussions with varied firms. A type of conversations someway leaked out (laughs). Nothing has been determined as of now. It even makes me surprise, ‘Am I being pushed out?’ However I don’t shrink back from change. I all the time try to make the very best selections for Tsutenkaku and to satisfy that position.”
Supply: YOMIURI
