Minato
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel
This iconic Ferris wheel rises to great heights above Osaka Harbor and offers stellar views of the city's industrial skyline.
Osaka Bay Tower
After visiting Osaka Bay Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Mount Tempozan
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tempozan during your travels in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Tempozan Market Place
During your visit to Osaka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tempozan Market Place. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Legoland Discovery Center
Bring the kids to Legoland Discovery Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Minato Hotel Deals
ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower
PROS = wonderful location from two train stations (5 min walk to either JR Bentencho or Osaka Metro Chuo); super spacious room with four beds; separate toilet and bath; FamilyMart across the hotel entrance; hotel is in a building that also houses a Burger King, McDonald’s, a French bakery, grocery ...
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great Location close to Namba station, clean room, professional and very helpful staff, 24 hour front desk support, bathrooms have great water pressure and water temperature control. TV screen has a home page with a lot of useful information. Spa and great view from the 40th floor pool deck. When ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Love the location, breakfast, cleanliness of the rooms and the very pleasant staff .
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
I stayed in a quad room. It was clean and there was ample space for 4. There were 2 wash basins and separate bath and toilet, so it was convenient. Room looks new and refurbished.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Quiet, Clean, and in a great spot for things to do. The check in/out process is super easy and straightforward. I will definitely stay here again when visiting Osaka!
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
This location was so convenient and close to everything. The staff are very helpful and friendly! Their additional perks were a huge bonus! Buffet, vending machines, coffee, laundry machines and luggage delivery. I would definitely stay here again when back in Osaka. Thank you for the wonderful ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Minato
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs, and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
Naniwa
Enjoy the popular shops in Naniwa. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more of Osaka.
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Nishishinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Dotonbori and Amerikamura, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Namba
Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
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- Other vacations you might like
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel
- Osaka Bay Tower
- Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium
- Osaka Culturarium Tempozan
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Arima Onsen
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nipponbashi
- Spa World
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Kobe Harborland
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Port of Kobe
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Mount Rokko
