Otemae Travel Guide
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Museum of History
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Museum of History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Top hotels in Otemae
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
APA Hotel Osaka Temmabashi Ekimae
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Otemae
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.
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.
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.
Shinsaibashi
Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple.
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.