Hirano Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hirano 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.
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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Our pick of the best Hirano Ward Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Reviewed on 2 Sep. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hirano Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Dainenbutsu-ji Temple
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Nara Park
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Market
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Port of Kobe
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Abeno Harukas
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Osaka Castle Park
- Osaka Station City
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
