Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashi Ward
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.
Nipponbashi
During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Activities
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Our pick of the best Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent location right next to Namba station. The hotel lobby is stunning. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Their breakfast buffet is amazing with many food choices
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our stay is amazing.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Honestly great place to stay. Room was perfect for what we needed and shower was very nice. Also, since it is connected to the station, it is very easy to get around the entire area and is close to some of the best shopping and food.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Excellent well-balanced breakfast, fast & professional responses from staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Amazing room, great facilities and excellent customer service. The sauna and spa was fantastic with unmatched views. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Nice hotel, convenience stay in Namba, and staff was excellent, very friendly, helpful and quick response. For sure stay again when travel to Osaka
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Osaka City Museum of Fine Art 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.
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).
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Osaka City Air Terminal 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.
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.
