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.
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.
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.
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: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Our pick of the best Honmachi Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Amenities were good and had everything oneay need.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Will definitely stay here again, right in the central location of osaka station with malls, food, transportation but not Hilton prices.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Room was clean and great location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Room was clean Staff were helpful and friendly Liked that they had laundry facilities
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
N/A
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Everything was above and beyond
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Honmachi
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.
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.
Kitahama
Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.
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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
