Visit Naniwacho
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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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 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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Our pick of the best Naniwacho Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Naniwacho
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 Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Station City. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Herbis Plaza and Dojima Yakushido. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Yodogawa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. Spend some time visiting top spots like Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of the area.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Arima Onsen
- Osaka Castle
- Spa World
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Nara Park
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Osaka Station City
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Meriken Park
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Osaka Castle Park