The History of Osaka

Naniwa Kyo in the heart of modern Osaka was home to the first attempt to construct an Imperial palace in Japan on a Chinese model. The original burnt down in 686, but a second Naniwa palace was constructed on its ruins in the mid 700s. Ultimately it was the city of Heian, Naokhilto, that was chosen as the permanent capital in 794 CE. If you ever find yourself in Osaka, the historical museum there has a great replica of the throne room you can check out.