Motomatchi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Motomatchi
Popular places to visit
Namba Yasaka Shrine
A stage in the shape of a lion’s head, traditional Buddhist prayer halls, cherry blossom trees and a tug-of-war contest makes this one of Osaka most interesting temples.
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.
Activities
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
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
Our pick of the best Motomatchi Hotel Deals
HOTEL GRACERY Osaka Namba
The room was clean and comfortable, separate toilet and shower. The location is perfect, close to subway, a lot of things are reachable by walking. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They even offered to keep our luggage for free there after check out. I definitely recommend it and would love ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST
Pros: Friendly staff. The room is clean. The kitchen has basic equipments that you can make your own breakfast. It has a laundry & dryer in the room which is very convenient for families. There is a supermarket about 500m away from the hotel. Cons: It is about 1km from Dotonburi / Namba. It is not ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Newer business hotel. Room sizes are exactly what to expect from a business hotel. Room is clean and hotel is quiet. Only negative is the onsite steak house. We ordered a tomahawk, among other things, and it was absolutely awful.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Fine
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Super convenient, close to everything, very easy for access to airport and train stations to visit other areas like Kobe and Kyoto. Rooms are spacious and clean. Would definitely book here again.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean room, though tiny. Much of the service is self help besides check-in. An older staff member spoke very little English, but used a translation device and my little Japanese to help us transfer luggage. For the price it's a good value of you just want a place to sleep and feel safe.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Motomatchi
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).
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower 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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
