Nakanoshima Travel Guide
Osaka
Visit Nakanoshima
Popular places to visit
Osaka International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Osaka International Convention Center during your trip to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Osaka Science Museum
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Nakanoshima Park
Visit Osaka’s first public park, a place to relax, share a coffee with friends, and enjoy the city skyline.
Osaka Central Public Hall
You can find out about the history of Osaka with a trip to Osaka Central Public Hall. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Osaka City Hall
After visiting Osaka City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
The National Museum of Art Osaka
You can study the exhibits at The National Museum of Art Osaka, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Lake Biwa, Moonlit Temple and Omi Highlights Day Trip
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Top hotels in Nakanoshima
Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier
"Loved my experience"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka, Vignette Collection by IHG
"Larger hotel in a great location. Very clean and tidy with helpful staff. Would recommend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Excellent stay. I was unable to leverage the spa area due to knee injury, but I will book once here again as it was close to central location of the city. Nice to have 711 onsite."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Overall the room was great, location of the hotel very convenient. The downside was more personal preference, the AC was not cold enough. Laundry facilities a plus. ice and water dispenser also nice."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Namba Oriental Hotel's best part is the location, central, middle of the buzz and very dynamic, you step out into a video game literally! I liked the cleanliness of the room, the hotel staff and the laundry facilities as well as breakfast. Would definitely recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"This hotel was amazing for the price! The rooms were very spacious and the hotel appears luxurious. Their AC is also on point :)"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nakanoshima
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Osaka Shiki Theater. 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 Osaka Shiki Theater. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Kitahama
Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
