Title: Shinsekai Travel Guide: Best of Shinsekai, Osaka Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Shinsekai](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinsekai-Osaka-Hotels.0-n6277000-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Shinsekai Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Shinsekai.d6277000.Car-Hire-Guide)[Shinsekai Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinsekai.d6277000.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Shinsekai Travel Guide ## Osaka ![Shinsekai which includes a city as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277000/4042bbaa-36de-49af-bdfb-29b04158b2c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shinsekai which includes a city as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277000/4042bbaa-36de-49af-bdfb-29b04158b2c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shinsekai featuring night scenes, street scenes and outdoor eating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277000/1f349e07-b0e3-4a9d-a3e2-0d1d56b73b37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shinsekai which includes signage, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277000/329095e5-d05d-42b9-a4e8-43c88e9f9e59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shinsekai showing food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277000/3b9a8da5-a1ab-4ebf-a9e3-bab21d632130.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Shinsekai Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Osaka travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897) #### This Osaka neighbourhood, with a name that translates to New World, is a historic entertainment district with cultural, shopping and gastronomic attractions. The Shinsekai district showcases the industrious, forward-thinking spirit of Osaka. Explore streets lined with curio shops, taste local specialty foods and experience the entertaining activities this downtown region has to offer.Shinsekai, which means "New World," was first developed before World War II. Its northern half was modelled on Paris, as exemplified by the Eiffel-esque Tsutenkaku Tower. This industrial silver spire has become one of Osaka's iconic sights. Climb to its observation deck, 300 feet (90 metres) above the city streets, for a panoramic view of Osaka and beyond.Venture through Shinsekai's intimate lanes and admire the old-fashioned shopfronts, which are decorated with traditional lanterns. The shops and restaurants here sell typical Osakan goods and food at inexpensive prices.Try an Osakan favourite, kushikatsu, which is a deep-fried dish composed of skewered and battered foods. Savour chicken, pumpkin, asparagus and even ice cream prepared in this way. Adventurous eaters can sample the dangerous Japanese delicacy fugu, which is pufferfish with the poisonous elements carefully removed. Many restaurants are open 24 hours.At night, the streets come aglow with neon signs and Japanese lamps. Wander thoroughfares and backstreets to find your favourite sake bar. Play games of chance in a pachinko club, which contains hundreds of slot-like gambling machines.For a relaxing break, head to Shinsekai's local health resort, Spa World. This bath complex features a variety of themed rooms, each based on a different European and Asian culture. Rest in a wood-lined Finnish sauna and sink into a hot Japanese onsen.Within walking distance of Shinsekai is Tennoji Park, a quiet garden precinct. Enjoy a moment’s peace among the trees or visit Tennoji Zoo, which exhibits wildlife from around the globe.Shinsekai is also known as one of Osaka's seedier suburbs. However, this reputation is more a reflection of Japan's astoundingly low levels of crime than it is of the neighbourhood’s safety. Nonetheless, be vigilant if travelling alone at night and avoid the red light district to the south of the JR railway loop. Shinsekai is a short walk from Shin-Imamiya Station. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Spa World featuring a pool, rides and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204405/85c0cc26-c459-46a2-9ba5-a71118bb2e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa World 3.5/5(7 reviews) Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) ![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/3ac71a9c-cb7e-45d6-8b6e-3d8dd95e4a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsutenkaku Tower 4/5(88 reviews) Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) ![Shinsekai is a colorful area to the west of Tennoji Park packed with cheap shops and eateries and best known for its iconic Tsutenkaku Tower. #BVSBlue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/3a627f84-57d8-41cc-8487-2266d774e930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsutenkaku Hondori Shopping Street You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tsutenkaku Hondori Shopping Street during your stay in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinsekai-Hondori-Shopping-Street-Osaka.d553248635975913406.Attraction) ![Universal Studios Japan® showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan 4.5/5(88 reviews) Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) ![Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyocera Dome Osaka 4/5(16 reviews) Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48688375/8bcca182-8bfb-4571-9ef8-1e7ca81f1579.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket £57 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-universal-studios-japan-admission-ticket.a48688375.activity-details) ![The Universal Studio in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227085/e5ec5c42-5aee-4de0-82bc-b926a4b233f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation £124 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transportation.a227085.activity-details) ![Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47903859/ebe9fbad-cf4d-40d9-9ec4-db609321067d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osakafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details) ![Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47936368/4a7f0aa7-c8fa-4bae-a8ac-698128a51b42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket £8 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-teamlab-botanical-garden-entry-ticket.a47936368.activity-details) ![Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50333205/51fabc26-eee2-43f8-9b4a-f9516b1b4c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen £3 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-unveiled-a-self-guided-journey-through-japans-kitchen.a50333205.activity-details) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.activity-details) [See all activities in Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Shinsekai ![KOKO HOTEL Osaka Shinsekai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87821900/87821894/2421e67c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KOKO HOTEL Osaka Shinsekai 3-6-16 Ebisuhigashi Osaka Osaka £39 8 Feb - 9 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (336 reviews) Room was roomy and clean! Great staff! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=87821894&PinnedHotelID=87821894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £54 23 Jan - 24 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,483 reviews) Everything was fantastic! Location , ambiance, amenities, convenience, etc Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £76 4 Feb - 5 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 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 in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,147 reviews) Great stay close to Osaka Station. Rooms were small (but normal for the area), amenities were great, easy to walk to the station or subway. Breakfast was awesome - lots of options. I would stay again. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F02%2F2026&endDate=05%2F02%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) ![Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12570000/12565800/12565774/e982059a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba 1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka-fu £39 5 Feb - 6 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,296 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=12565774&PinnedHotelID=12565774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/48700af4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £120 2 Feb - 3 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,361 reviews) Clean room and great staff Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/030c2943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka £96 1 Feb - 2 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,298 reviews) Staffs were great Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6277000) [See all 4,679 properties in Shinsekai](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6277000) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Tennoji.dx6127694) ![Namba featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050895/fb20eee9-5588-4e8b-91c9-6e951bd42d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Namba 4.5/5(309 area reviews) Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Namba.dx6050895) ![Sennichimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/6d8c0a89-3e3f-4431-a6cf-287c46d647dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nanbasennichimae If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Nanbasennichimae.dx553248635976008542) ![If you’re looking for Sushi then this is definitely the place to come, the freshness and taste of the fish were exquisite. The place is quite small only seating about 10 so you might have to wait but it’s definitely worth it, the tuna, eel, sea bream and mackerel were superb. #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2697/07b765ca-c322-4ff3-9d77-89071b2cd691.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sennichimae If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Sennichimae.dx553248635389799365) ![Naniwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179180/0189be4e-d829-4094-97ae-de85da90f119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naniwa 4.5/5(82 area reviews) Dotonbori and Spa World are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Naniwa.dx179180) ![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes night scenes, signage and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/31f45956-cee0-484f-9659-4a7c4a05f4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Minami 4.5/5(27 area reviews) 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. 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