Mikuni 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.
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Top hotels in Mikuni

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Amazing hotel! Very clean, well maintained, friendly and helpful staff! One of the best features of this hotel is the LOCATION! Bus took us directly from KIX airport to the station next to hotel. From the hotel we had access to 2 of the main train/subway stations and had access to absolutely everywhere ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Overall, the hotel was good, location was excellent, but the rooms were quite small and less functional space in the rooms. If you are traveling with 2 or more large suitcases, it’s gonna get tough for you to walk around in the room."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon

Namba Oriental Hotel
"It was good value for what you get"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"The place is ok I guess for the price. Rooms are quite small. There was almost no space to layout the luggage. There is a small bar/coffee shop in the lobby but it’s hardly ever manned. Breakfast was just ok. Location is great and very close to shops and restaurants in Dotonburi. I will not stay ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"The room was nice, clean and nice and cool. The breakfast buffet was great even though we only had it for one morning but still the options were great. Getting to and from the hotel was really great with the subway being literally next door"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mikuni

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.

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.

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).

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.

Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Aeon Mall Osaka Domecity while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
