Shikitsuhigashi Travel Guide
Visit Shikitsuhigashi
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
Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner)
Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
Unveiling Osaka Dotonbori A Foodie Friendly Tour with Guide
Unveiling Osaka Dotonbori and Namba A Private Half Day Food Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Our pick of the best Shikitsuhigashi Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Shikitsuhigashi
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 Osaka City Air Terminal 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.
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Shitennoji Temple 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.
Shinsaibashi
Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji and Tombori River Walk.