Food Scene
Kura Sushi Suminoe Kitajima
2-chōme-5-15 KitajimaRevolving Sushi bar Kurasushi
Gusto
1-17 HigashikamikosakaCasual restaurant
Gyoza no Ohsho
5-chōme-18-25 NipponbashiCasual Chinese restaurant
ワンカルビ 住之江店
2-chōme-7-38 KitajimaKorean/Japanese style BBQ restaurant "Yakiniku"
Sightseeing
One of Japan's most renowned shrines, Sumiyoshi Taisha is the head of approximately 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan.
At the beginning of each year, more than 2 million worshippers visit the shrine to pray for health
and prosperity in the coming year.
Encompassed by natural beauty, the shrine grounds overflow with spiritual spots offering a profound sense of history,
such as the Sorihashi arched bridge (Taikobashi) - an emblem of Sumiyoshi Taisha - sacred trees over 1,000 years old,
numerous cultural properties, and the main shrine hall, which is a designated national treasure.
503 locals recommend
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
2-chōme-9-89 SumiyoshiOne of Japan's most renowned shrines, Sumiyoshi Taisha is the head of approximately 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan.
At the beginning of each year, more than 2 million worshippers visit the shrine to pray for health
and prosperity in the coming year.
Encompassed by natural beauty, the shrine grounds overflow with spiritual spots offering a profound sense of history,
such as the Sorihashi arched bridge (Taikobashi) - an emblem of Sumiyoshi Taisha - sacred trees over 1,000 years old,
numerous cultural properties, and the main shrine hall, which is a designated national treasure.
People have been living in Sakai since Japan's ancient Jomon period; they began building numerous Kofun starting in the fifth century. Known as Japan's largest keyhole-shaped tomb, Nintoku-tenno-ryo Kofun tells a tale of the development of culture since ancient times. Including partially collapsed mounds, Mozu Kofungun consists of 44 tombs, among them 22 keyhole-shaped tombs, 17 round tombs, and 5 square tombs. Originally the Tumuli numbered more than 100.
Mozu tombs
7-Daisencho Sakai WardPeople have been living in Sakai since Japan's ancient Jomon period; they began building numerous Kofun starting in the fifth century. Known as Japan's largest keyhole-shaped tomb, Nintoku-tenno-ryo Kofun tells a tale of the development of culture since ancient times. Including partially collapsed mounds, Mozu Kofungun consists of 44 tombs, among them 22 keyhole-shaped tombs, 17 round tombs, and 5 square tombs. Originally the Tumuli numbered more than 100.
Tsutenkaku Hon-dori Merchants' Association
This shopping street stretches for about 200 meters from Exit 3 of Ebisucho Station on Subway Sakaisuji Line and Tsutenkaku Tower. The atomosphere of Osaka in its good old days still remains here and there.
834 locals recommend
Shinsekai
Ebisuhigashi-8-2 Chome Naniwa WardTsutenkaku Hon-dori Merchants' Association
This shopping street stretches for about 200 meters from Exit 3 of Ebisucho Station on Subway Sakaisuji Line and Tsutenkaku Tower. The atomosphere of Osaka in its good old days still remains here and there.
Dotombori is filled with famous restaurants where you can enjoy classic Osaka foods like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, tetchiri (blowfish stew), and udon. Giant sculptures in the shape of crabs or blowfish add to the excitement, helping to immerse you in the buzzing market atmosphere that is a hallmark of this city. South of the bustling Dotombori area is the more old-fashioned Hozenji Yokocho, a traditional shopping street that's reminiscent of Osaka from the olden days.
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardDotombori is filled with famous restaurants where you can enjoy classic Osaka foods like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, tetchiri (blowfish stew), and udon. Giant sculptures in the shape of crabs or blowfish add to the excitement, helping to immerse you in the buzzing market atmosphere that is a hallmark of this city. South of the bustling Dotombori area is the more old-fashioned Hozenji Yokocho, a traditional shopping street that's reminiscent of Osaka from the olden days.
In 1997, thanks to major renovations, Osaka Castle was reborn into the splendid structure it was during Hideyoshi Toyotomi's time. There are displays of precious historic materials and important cultural properties in the castle tower, which is now a history museum that uses images and dioramas to both teach and entertain. The 360 degree view from the 8th floor observation room is also amazing. Allow yourself to slip into a pensive mood and feel the weight of the castle's history as you see the turrets from the Tokugawa period and the gigantic stones in the wall that bring to mind how difficult it must have been to build it.
1375 locals recommend
Osakajo
Osakajo Chuo WardIn 1997, thanks to major renovations, Osaka Castle was reborn into the splendid structure it was during Hideyoshi Toyotomi's time. There are displays of precious historic materials and important cultural properties in the castle tower, which is now a history museum that uses images and dioramas to both teach and entertain. The 360 degree view from the 8th floor observation room is also amazing. Allow yourself to slip into a pensive mood and feel the weight of the castle's history as you see the turrets from the Tokugawa period and the gigantic stones in the wall that bring to mind how difficult it must have been to build it.
The only area of its kind in Osaka, downtown Tsuruhashi is bustling with activity and a lively atmosphere. The area from here to Ikuno Ward has deep ties with Korea and is known as Korea town or the international market. Here, restaurants serving yakiniku (Asian barbecue) and other Korean foods stand side by side with kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and sushi vendors using only the freshest ingredients. Uehommachi, on the eastern edge of the Uemachi Plateau, is a historical area and also a convenient transportation hub connecting to Iseshima and Nara.
つるしん広場
3-chōme-16-6 HigashiobaseThe only area of its kind in Osaka, downtown Tsuruhashi is bustling with activity and a lively atmosphere. The area from here to Ikuno Ward has deep ties with Korea and is known as Korea town or the international market. Here, restaurants serving yakiniku (Asian barbecue) and other Korean foods stand side by side with kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and sushi vendors using only the freshest ingredients. Uehommachi, on the eastern edge of the Uemachi Plateau, is a historical area and also a convenient transportation hub connecting to Iseshima and Nara.
Arts & Culture
The Abe Collection, which was assembled by former Toyobo Co., Ltd. president Abe Fusajiro and donated by Abe’s son Kojiro, consists of 160 works of Chinese painting and calligraphy. Among the collection’s works of art are four Important Cultural Properties, including Fu Sheng Expounding the Classic by Wang Wei, as well as numerous works that are essential in establishing the history of Chinese painting and calligraphy, for example Landscape with Pavilions by Yan Wengui. This world-renowned collection is one of the museum’s premier attractions.
567 locals recommend
Osaka City Art Museum
The Abe Collection, which was assembled by former Toyobo Co., Ltd. president Abe Fusajiro and donated by Abe’s son Kojiro, consists of 160 works of Chinese painting and calligraphy. Among the collection’s works of art are four Important Cultural Properties, including Fu Sheng Expounding the Classic by Wang Wei, as well as numerous works that are essential in establishing the history of Chinese painting and calligraphy, for example Landscape with Pavilions by Yan Wengui. This world-renowned collection is one of the museum’s premier attractions.
Osaka Museum of History
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeThe Osaka Museum of History
Shopping
りんくうプレミアム・アウトレット
3-28 RinkūōraiminamiRINKU PREMIUM OUTLETS
Namba Parks
2-chōme-10-70 Nanbanaka Shopping complex
Cocokara Fine
1-chōme-1-31 Nishisuminoepharmacy
Watts
1-chōme-1-31 Nishisuminoe100 yen shop
Takashimaya Osaka Store
5-chōme-1-5 Nanbadepartment store
UNIQLO Namba CITY shop
Nanba-5-chōme-1 Chuo WardUniqlo
MUJI
5-chōme-1-60 NanbaMUJI shop
Essentials
ダイエー住ノ江駅前店・イオンフードスタイル
1-chōme-1-41 Nishisuminoesupermarket
Getting Around
Suminoe Station
Nishisuminoe-1-chōme-1 Suminoe WardNankai line
Abikomichi Station
Shimizugaoka-3-chōme-14 Sumiyoshi WardHankai line