Title: Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! Holiday home in Osaka, near Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ## Photo gallery for Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! ![Dining - Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! (大阪市港区)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116521700/116521637/01173afc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! (大阪市港区)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116521700/116521637/03252062.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! (大阪市港区)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116521700/116521637/8ecfa0c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! (大阪市港区)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116521700/116521637/9290015e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious 131 sq.m.] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! (大阪市港区)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116530000/116521700/116521637/3dff23d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Universal CityWalk Osaka and Universal Studios Japan, Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! provides an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! Holiday home in Osaka, near Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Homes have 4 bedrooms and offer free WiFi and balconies. Guests will find kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request. Air-conditioned accommodation at Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station! offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ## About the area Minato, a neighbourhood in Osaka, is home to Spacious 131 sq.m.\] 10 min. drive to USJ! 10 minutes to Osaka Expo by train! Free parking available. 6 free rental bicycles! Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the station!. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Osaka Castle Park and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, while Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Universal Studios Japan are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kyocera Dome Osaka or Intex Osaka. 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