Kitahama
Osaka





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.

Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.

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.
Things to do

Kyoto Shore Excursion from Osaka with Japanese Guide

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Top hotels in Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama

Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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.

Chuo
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.

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).

Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.

Shinsaibashi
Shinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nara Park
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Orix Theater
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Abeno Harukas