Guidebook for Naniwa-ku Osaka
Sightseeing
Osaka International Peace Center
2-1 ŌsakajōMuseum about the horrors of World War II.
Kobe
Harbor city, recovered from 1995 earthquake.
Himeji
Site of Japan's most beautiful feudal castle.
Nara
Japan's first permanent capital.
Koyasan
Atmospheric temple mountain.
Grand Front Osaka
4-Ofukacho Kita WardShopping complex north of Osaka Station.
National Bunraku Theater
1-chōme-12-10 NipponbashiVenue for Japanese puppet theater plays.
Osaka Station City
3-chōme-1-3 UmedaAttractive complex around Osaka Station
Northern downtown of Osaka. Kita offers an abundance of shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment, including several department stores and an expansive network of underground shopping malls.
277 locals recommend
Umeda
Umeda Kita WardNorthern downtown of Osaka. Kita offers an abundance of shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment, including several department stores and an expansive network of underground shopping malls.
Abeno Harukas
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiTallest skyscraper in Japan with observation deck.
Shitennoji
1-chōme-1-11-18 ShitennōjiOne of the oldest temples in Japan.
Osaka Museum of History
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeWell done museum about the city's history.
Sumiyoshi Taisha, Kisshōden
Sumiyoshi-2-chōme-9 Sumiyoshi WardHead shrine of all Sumiyoshi Shrines.
Japan's most famous landmarks ! Dating back to 1597 and since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits
3465 locals recommend
Osaka Castle Park
Ōsakajō-1 Chuo WardJapan's most famous landmarks ! Dating back to 1597 and since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriOne of Japan's most impressive aquariums.
Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaPopular theme park at Osaka's waterfront.
I was telling myself that I would not shop during my trip to Osaka. Think again.... such a long shopping street with so many shops! Thoroughly enjoyed myself.
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardI was telling myself that I would not shop during my trip to Osaka. Think again.... such a long shopping street with so many shops! Thoroughly enjoyed myself.
must go ! and eat sushi and crab .. lots of choices for shopping cloth and Japanese green tea.. reasonable price
850 locals recommend
Shinsaibashisuji
Shinsaibashisuji Chuo Wardmust go ! and eat sushi and crab .. lots of choices for shopping cloth and Japanese green tea.. reasonable price
They seem to have more porcelain than ceramic pieces.
413 locals recommend
The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka
1-chōme-1-26 NakanoshimaThey seem to have more porcelain than ceramic pieces.
the surrounding is nice with canal, bridge and modern buildings. among the beautiful buildings are the city hall and public library.
45 locals recommend
Nakanoshima
the surrounding is nice with canal, bridge and modern buildings. among the beautiful buildings are the city hall and public library.
An average zoo I should say but still worth to visit. Might not be a good time to be during winter time as the weather can sometime spoiled your mood as you cannot enjoy the trip.
3058 locals recommend
Osaka Tennoji Zoo
1-108 ChausuyamachōAn average zoo I should say but still worth to visit. Might not be a good time to be during winter time as the weather can sometime spoiled your mood as you cannot enjoy the trip.
Mount Tenpō
A big ferris wheel.
Shinsekai Toei
2-chōme-2-8 EbisuhigashiUnderrated culinary heaven!
Entertainment & Activities
It's true to come for a whole day, lots to see n play and my gal had a blast even tough we could only stay or 4 hours! A must go place for kids!
378 locals recommend
Kids Plaza Osaka
2-chōme-1-7 ŌgimachiIt's true to come for a whole day, lots to see n play and my gal had a blast even tough we could only stay or 4 hours! A must go place for kids!
Food Scene
Western style food that is actually fantastic. A small, it’s Japan, and very eclectic setting with walls decorated with canvas paintings created by the owner.
22 locals recommend
Kuma Cafe
Western style food that is actually fantastic. A small, it’s Japan, and very eclectic setting with walls decorated with canvas paintings created by the owner.
Authentic Japanese haute cuisine. Amazing!Probably the best place to discover Japanese cuisine as a foreigner. A delicious multi course menu was served and every dish explained by the chefs or owner.
25 locals recommend
kaiseki TAMA
1-chōme-13-17 ItachiboriAuthentic Japanese haute cuisine. Amazing!Probably the best place to discover Japanese cuisine as a foreigner. A delicious multi course menu was served and every dish explained by the chefs or owner.
Love the quiet and elegant environment at a good location which is easy to reach.
32 locals recommend
Fujiya 1935
2-chōme-4-14 YariyamachiLove the quiet and elegant environment at a good location which is easy to reach.
Shopping
Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardFresh Food Paradise