Asahi Travel Guide
Osaka
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 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.
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
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in Asahi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Near subway and shuttle to kix airpott
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our queen room was very clean and spacious! I appreciated the deep tub for a relaxing soak after our long flight.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The hotel was lovely and clean, room ammenities were good, staff we’re brilliant breakfast was good. Really nice stay for 3 nights
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Our stay was perfect. The staff were friendly
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Las habitaciones son pequeñas pero no es problema, el colchón es muy duro, toallas siempre limpias y tu camita bien arreglada después de regresar de un largo día de caminata. Frente a la estación de NANBA donde te puedes mover fácil para todos lados. 10/10
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Oriental Hotel Universal City
Staff helpful
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Asahi
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.
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.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Shiki Theater. 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 Sankei Hall Breeze and Osaka Shiki Theater. 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.
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.
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.
Asahi Travel Guide
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Market
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Orix Theater
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Osaka University
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Nara Kenko Land
