Shinchi Travel Guide

Osaka

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Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Japan® showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children

Universal Studios Japan

Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.

Universal Studios Japan
Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people

Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Dotonbori
Kyocera Dome Osaka

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.

Kyocera Dome Osaka
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life

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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Spa World featuring a pool, rides and interior views

Spa World

Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.

Spa World
Osaka Castle showing château or palace

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.

Osaka Castle

Things to do

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

£57
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

£2
per traveller
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

£10
per adult
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

£35
per adult
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights
The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

£126
per adult
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Picture 6 for Activity Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

£24
per adult
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
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Top hotels in Shinchi

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,689 reviews)
"We had a little bit of a hard time finding the entrance to the property because it’s was on the side of the building in the alleyway but it was flanked by a Lawsons AND a Sugi Pharamcy (both of which we visited several times during our 4 day stay. The check in is on Floor 2 and staff was very friendly ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundable
The price is £137 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£137
31 Aug - 1 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori ...
9/10 Wonderful! (882 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
The Rise Osaka Kitashinchi

The Rise Osaka Kitashinchi

4 out of 5
1-1-13, , Dojima, Kitaku, Osaka, Osaka (prefecture)
The price is £46 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£46
17 Aug - 18 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (476 reviews)
"The breakfast was good though not buffet style or selection variety (eg., Western or Japanese). The location is in Osaka city center and close to shops and transportation. However, the room is small, bathroom is tight, and work area barely fits a small MacBook. The hotel has paid laundry, no fitness ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Rise Osaka Kitashinchi
Hotel Intergate Osaka Umeda

Hotel Intergate Osaka Umeda

4 out of 5
2-5-2 Umeda, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £103 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£103
31 Aug - 1 Sept
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,082 reviews)
"Great hotel. Helpful staff, only downside was breakfast. Not catering to Westerners"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hotel Intergate Osaka Umeda
Aloft Osaka Dojima

Aloft Osaka Dojima

4 out of 5
2-chome-1-31 Dojimahama, Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka
The price is £149 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£149
17 Aug - 18 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (388 reviews)
"The only complaint would be a blaring alarm at about 7am stating “a few moments ago we stated there might be a fire but there is no fire”. Except they never had an announcement about a possible fire before that and they made the no fire announcement roughly 7 times. Everything else was great and ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Aloft Osaka Dojima
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is £58 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£58
17 Aug - 18 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,292 reviews)
"This APA looks and feels like a grand hotel. It's amazing. The onsen and breakfast buffet is excellent! Only a block from a subway/train station, and about 10 mins walk to Dontonburi. Choose this and you will have a great time."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinchi

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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).

Umeda
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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.

Honmachi
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Kita

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

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.

Kita
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Fukushima

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Fukushima is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to explore sights like Osaka Central Wholesale Market.

Fukushima
Osaka Castle featuring a city

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.

Chuo
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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.

Minamisenba

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