Oimazato 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.

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.

Tsutenkaku Tower
Looming over the heart of Osaka’s central business district is one of the tallest structures in the city, where you can meet the god of happiness, Billiken.
Activities

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount

Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries
Our pick of the best Oimazato Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"The room was small but the beds were comfortable. The shower was terrible though. We liked the location."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Big hotel but easy to find once you're used to it. Located centrally of shopping and restaurants. Rooms were clean, staff were nice and helpful. Overall a pleasant experience. Definitely recommended!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Namba Oriental Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"An excellent choice for a central location in Osaka. Unusual British decor including a full replica church! Excellent breakfasts. Rooms comfortable but amenities (e.g. showers) slightly dated."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"This hotel is a really great value. There is a train station literally next to the front entrance. Lovely quiet neighborhood but only a short distance to the hustle and bustle of Dotobori. Daily housekeeping is a great perk and on site laundry too. The breakfast is nice but a little pricey, however ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oimazato

Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Tennoji Zoo while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.

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.

Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Soemon-cho
Soemon-cho is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dotonbori, a top place to visit in the area.

Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi 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.
