Daikoku 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
During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Top hotels in Daikoku
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Breakfast was amazing yet a bit pricey compared to what was available outside. The public bath is a game changer!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Wonderful staff, great location and a very comfortable and pleasant room"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Great location"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Staff are nice. However, not enough knowledge for Airline information."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Dated Western hotel features a chic interior design. Room quite small and a bit outdated. Maybe okay for 1 night stay. Bed and pillow are not as comfortable. Quite room. Convenient located next to Namba station and few minutes away from major shopping street, near Dotonbori. Staff members are friendly ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"The room was clean and roomy for Japan, nice bathroom and shower. Breakfast was excellent with lots of fresh items. Location right beside metro station."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Daikoku
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.
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).
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Soemon-cho
Soemon-cho is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dotonbori, a top place to visit in the area.
