Joto 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 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.
Nipponbashi
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nipponbashi, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Top hotels in Joto
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean room, helpful staff and excellent facilities. The rooms are deceptively efficient. They were a little off putting as someone used to US hotels, but even for someone who is very obese i wad able to confortably stay in my room.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent check in. So helpful with local advice. Breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Very convenient location.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Good location close to good links across the city and Kyoto
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Excellent location and the free amenities were great touch! The staff were so friendly and helpful, I would return to stay here again!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Good hotel. Clean room and nice breakfast. Not to close to JR station. Plenty of restaurants near by.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Joto
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.
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.
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. 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.
