Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Nipponbashi
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nipponbashi, a favorite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Sites & History Day Trip
Osaka: Hotspots and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Esaka
Yodogawa
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. If sightseeing is on the list, Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of the area.
Kita
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater are top sights in Kita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station to see more sights in the area.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinchi
Visitors often come to Shinchi for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Nishi-Umieda Station.
Fukushima
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Fukushima. Osaka Central Wholesale Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to see more of the city.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Orix Theater
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Abeno Harukas
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater