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 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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Kyoto/Osaka: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkakuji Day Tour
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Top hotels in Asahi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Fantastic experience at this APA Hotel. The location is perfect for exploring, with easy access to public transit, restaurants, and shops. The room was impeccably clean and the bed was very comfortable. A special shoutout to the staff, who were always welcoming and friendly. Great value!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Great hotel, super convenient for the station, access is a little unusual as you take a lift from floor 2 to 9 for check in then a different set of lifts to the bedroom levels, this sits on top of the links umeda mall, so there’s a plethora of shopping and eating options right there,"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"I was very comfortable. Thank you"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Staff was kinds and hotel was clean."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Had a great stay! I would recommend to anyone staying in Osaka. Loved the convenience of the metro station being right outside the hotel door and a decent commute to all the notable locations like Dotombori or even USJ. Traveling to Kyoto wasn’t bad either. 45-55mins on the metro. Staff came in and ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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.
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.
Umeda
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).
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.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
