Higashishinsaibashi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashishinsaibashi
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.
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: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries
Our pick of the best Higashishinsaibashi Hotel Deals
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
"The roof spa was an absolute delight. King room was spacious for Japan with a fridge and all the amenities you can ask for. I am going hiking for the next week and staff were incredibly helpful with holding our main luggage until just before our next reservation and then forwarding it for us."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
HOTEL THE FLAG Shinsaibashi
"Hotel the Flag was perfect for everything we wanted in Osaka. It was near the shopping mall, close to all the food spots we wanted, and the nightlife. The room was just spacious enough for two people and our big luggage. Staff was exceptionally helpful and kind, the breakfast buffet was delicious ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Excellent location and a great stay overall. The hotel has a shared bath (sento) for guests, which was a wonderful bonus. There is also a convenience store inside the hotel, making it very convenient. We had both breakfast and dinner at the hotel. The food was decent, although not particularly outstanding. ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"My stay at Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE Osaka was overall excellent. The hotel was very clean and well maintained, and the staff were consistently amazing—friendly, helpful, and efficient throughout my stay. I also really appreciated the convenient luggage storage and the smooth system for shipping bags ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"I love the area, its super convenient to restaurant, shopping place and dotonbori. I love the breakfast selection And the laundry was so usefuIl.think there's 3 don Quijote in the area. Will definitely check in here again."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Great staff and amenities!"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Higashishinsaibashi
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).
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Shiki Theater. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
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.
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 Umeda Arts Theater and NU Chayamachi.
