Asahi 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 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.

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.
Activities

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Asahi Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
In a good location, with Lawson connected to the lobby. The room was small
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Located near Osaka station. Below the hotel is a shopping mall with plenty of food selection. Room is well cleaned. Check-in is using automated system.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Great location
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
very good location and freindly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Asahi

Kita
Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.

Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.

Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).

Yodogawa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. Spend some time visiting top spots like Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata 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.

Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

