Daikoku Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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. Visit 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.
Activities
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka
Our pick of the best Daikoku Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
We had a great experience here as a family. The location near Namba Station and Dotonbori made exploring Osaka so easy, and the room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Excellent value — we’d gladly stay here again!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Room was spacious and accurate as advertised.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
We are repeat guests at the hotel. It’s so conveniently located. The staff is exceptional and the rooms are clean. They accommodate you in the best way that they can. They complimentary coffee and tea packets to take to your room is great. We love the feature with the electric hot water pot in the ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Clean room, subway access right down stairs, 24/7 kobini right on the second floor.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Rooms were small but comfortable and clean. Great location near Dotonbori!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Daikoku
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
