Title: Asahi Travel Guide: Best of Asahi, Osaka Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Asahi](https://expedia.co.uk/Asahi-Osaka-Hotels.0-n179153-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Asahi Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Asahi.d179153.Car-Hire-Guide)[Asahi Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Asahi.d179153.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Asahi Travel Guide ## Osaka ![Gold Japanese fish statue on top of Okayama castle in Okayama city, Japan. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179153/23b9e7b3-cf74-4d04-b84d-9b018c8789db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gold Japanese fish statue on top of Okayama castle in Okayama city, Japan. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179153/23b9e7b3-cf74-4d04-b84d-9b018c8789db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Asahi Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Osaka travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Universal Studios Japan® showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) ![Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502161/21fb291c-f481-479d-b19b-f726df0ac3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) ![Osaka Castle showing château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/ce2c4091-937f-410f-8c1d-a3a339589b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) ![Spa World featuring a pool, rides and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204405/85c0cc26-c459-46a2-9ba5-a71118bb2e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa World Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation £125 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/ebe9fbad-cf4d-40d9-9ec4-db609321067d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osakafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) ![Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49505043/fb6de5c7-abdf-44bf-9fb4-af79ad423000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes) £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shin-osaka-to-tokyo-bullet-train-shinkansen-tickets-2-hours-35-minutes.a49505043.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50173821/b771ce3e-fc4b-46c9-8a78-057ee0c87847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka £87 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiroshima-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.activity-details) [See all activities in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Asahi ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £49 18 Feb - 19 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,572 reviews) Very clean. No problems at all. 1 tiny thing, no lotion so bring your own Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179153) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £75 12 Feb - 13 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,230 reviews) Clean and convenient Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179153) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/030c2943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka £93 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,363 reviews) Amazing stay Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179153) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/48700af4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £115 5 Mar - 6 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,403 reviews) Nice room with a great view! Breakfast was really good. Amenities were great too but we didn't have enough time to use them. The shuttle service to the airport was a plus! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179153) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £67 13 Feb - 14 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,816 reviews) Food and close to hub Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179153) ![The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31970000/31967700/31967640/e856a79e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama 1-9-8 Kitahama Osaka Osaka £57 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,751 reviews) Room was very comfortable and the service was great as well. All in all great place to stay! 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You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Kita.dx6204264) ![At Umeda in Osaka, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050891/ac974cb9-b62b-4539-ac38-a866f3c84a26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shinchi 4.5/5(13 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Shinchi.dx6150668) ![Umeda which includes a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050891/286e2610-79bf-4d3f-a18b-1ea3ec60b634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Umeda 4.5/5(12 area reviews) Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Umeda.dx6050891) ![Yodogawa showing street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179155/a2547c6c-c2bc-4a47-923f-2932aa79e48f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yodogawa 4.5/5(40 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Yodogawa.dx179155) ![Osaka Castle featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/d65394ed-3715-4559-974d-33ffc952952e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuo 4.5/5(55 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Chuo.dx6347465) ![Cherry Blossoms, Sakura, under the bride in Osaka prefecture, Japan - 日本 大阪 本町 高架下の桜並木 川沿い ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204301/7967e01b-5150-4dee-81d3-69474d11c036.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Honmachi 4.5/5(10 area reviews) Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood. 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