Tsurumachi 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 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
Kyoto SKYBUS Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus
Osaka: Umeda Sky Building - Kuchu Teien Observatory Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Tsurumachi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great location
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Had a very nice stay
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Did not eat breakfast so can’t rate that. Everything else was very good. Check in very prompt. They were able to hold luggage. Very close to Osaka Station.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean, easy, friendly, and convenient. Perfect for my needs.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Friendly staff, good service, need more healthier choices
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Spacious rooms, great breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tsurumachi
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.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower 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.
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
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).
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Tsurumachi Travel Guide
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Market
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Kobe Harborland
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Orix Theater
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Meriken Park
- Osaka University
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
