Floating Gardens of Osaka

When dearest J suggested we go see the Floating Garden Observatory in Osaka, he hadn't realized these “gardens” were located at the very top of the Umeda Sky Building. At about a whooping 50^th floor, it proved to be a test for his willpower. He had thought these would be nice water gardens at ground level, not the nice relaxing walk he thought it would be. The garden itself was not made of beautiful flowers, but was rather made up of the skyscraper jungle spreading out on the horizon. Tiny ants of cars made their ways busily between buildings.

It took a bit of imagination to visualize the garden, but it was still a nice day and provided a gorgeous view of our surroundings.

There was also a small counter where you could order your initials and those of your loved one engraved on a Love Lock. With lock in hand, you would head on up to the observatory and lock it up on a fence to ensure your ever lasting love.

Did we play the game? Of course we did.