Hakatachō Travel Guide
Osaka
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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.
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.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Top hotels in Hakatachō
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Don’t do laundry here as there’s not enough dryers, but the public bath was very nice and on the same floor as the 7-11
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Excellent location, great staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent property and wonderful customer service.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
Had to change rooms because our room smelled of smoke. Nice laundry facilities. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Superb location, classic tower style hotel in the Kita area
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Great location to the train station, and downstairs has convenience store. Room and bed was good size for 2 adults and 1 toddler. Bathroom had a shower and tub. Would stay at hotel again.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hakatachō
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.
Konohana
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Konohana. If sightseeing is on the list, Universal Studios Japan is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sakurajima Station or Universal City Station to see more of the area.
Minato
Minato is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to explore sights like Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
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.
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.
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).
