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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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Naniwacho Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Naniwacho
Kita
Explore Nakanoshima Park, Yodogawa riverside park, and numerous other green spaces, while visiting attractions like Osaka Temmangu Shrine and Osaka Science Museum. Enjoy shopping at Hanshin Department Store and easily navigate with multiple transport options.
Umeda
Major commercial and entertainment hub, Umeda offers shopping, dining, sports centers, and movie theaters. Don't miss the HEP Five Ferris wheel, Umeda Sky Building, and the underground city with retailers and eateries.
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Spa World
- Arima Onsen
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nara Park
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Kobe Harborland
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Mount Rokko
- Umeda Sky Building
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Meriken Park
- Nara Kenko Land
- Port of Kobe
- Abeno Harukas
- Osaka Castle Park
- Kobe Tower
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park