Guidebook for Tennōji-ku, Ōsaka-shi
Food Scene
Two storeys underground and three decades old, this shop is cramped and workmanlike, but locals queue for udon noodles made before your eyes. Cold noodles are the speciality; try refreshing nama-jōyu (with soy sauce, ground daikon (radish) and sudachi lime; ¥600) or tenzaru (with tempura; ¥1100). Order from the picture menu, and get hand-gestured eating instructions from the owner.
135 locals recommend
Umeda Hagakure
Two storeys underground and three decades old, this shop is cramped and workmanlike, but locals queue for udon noodles made before your eyes. Cold noodles are the speciality; try refreshing nama-jōyu (with soy sauce, ground daikon (radish) and sudachi lime; ¥600) or tenzaru (with tempura; ¥1100). Order from the picture menu, and get hand-gestured eating instructions from the owner.
This old establishment, founded in the 1500s, is located near Koraibashi Bridge. The shop was originally at the entrance of the castle of Yamato Koriyama, which is where it gets its name.
46 locals recommend
Kikuya confectionary
2-chōme-2-12 KōraibashiThis old establishment, founded in the 1500s, is located near Koraibashi Bridge. The shop was originally at the entrance of the castle of Yamato Koriyama, which is where it gets its name.
551 Horai is one of the most popular barbecue pork bun stores in Osaka, selling more than 110,000 buns every day.
195 locals recommend
551 Horai Ebisubashi honten
3-chōme-6-3 Nanba551 Horai is one of the most popular barbecue pork bun stores in Osaka, selling more than 110,000 buns every day.
A bustling commercial street that is representative of the Minami area of Osaka, always busy with playhouses and food shops from the Edo Period to today.
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardA bustling commercial street that is representative of the Minami area of Osaka, always busy with playhouses and food shops from the Edo Period to today.
An area located in the busy district of Minami, but still retaining the tranquil Naniwa atmosphere.
551 locals recommend
Hozenji Yokocho street
2 Chome-7-21 HigashishinsaibashiAn area located in the busy district of Minami, but still retaining the tranquil Naniwa atmosphere.
Chibō is one of Osaka's most famous okonomiyaki restaurants. It almost always has a line, but it moves fast because there is seating on multiple floors (though you might want to hold out for the coveted tables overlooking Dōtombori canal). Try the house special Dōtombori yaki, with pork, beef, squid, shrimp and cheese, and tonpei-yaki (omelette wrapped around fried pork).
119 locals recommend
Chibo Okonomiyaki Restaurant
1-chōme-5-5 DōtonboriChibō is one of Osaka's most famous okonomiyaki restaurants. It almost always has a line, but it moves fast because there is seating on multiple floors (though you might want to hold out for the coveted tables overlooking Dōtombori canal). Try the house special Dōtombori yaki, with pork, beef, squid, shrimp and cheese, and tonpei-yaki (omelette wrapped around fried pork).
Entertainment & Activities
Temma Tenjin Hanjo Tei is a permanent rakugo theater located in the north part of the precincts of Osaka Temmangu Shrine, which is famous for its Tenjin Festival.
112 locals recommend
Temma Tenjin Hanjo Tei
2-chōme-1-34 TenjinbashiTemma Tenjin Hanjo Tei is a permanent rakugo theater located in the north part of the precincts of Osaka Temmangu Shrine, which is famous for its Tenjin Festival.
A traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu, an area of white pebbles.
59 locals recommend
Osaka Noh Theater
2-chōme-3-17 NakazakinishiA traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu, an area of white pebbles.
A full-sized intellectual entertainment space for everyone, from children to adults.
87 locals recommend
Knowledge Capital
3-1 ŌfukachōA full-sized intellectual entertainment space for everyone, from children to adults.
Stepping out from the all-white foyer into the theater, you'll find yourself in a totally black space.
78 locals recommend
Sankei Hall Breeze
2-chōme-4-9 UmedaStepping out from the all-white foyer into the theater, you'll find yourself in a totally black space.
Osaka City Central Public Hall is one of Osaka's symbols, together with the tower of Osaka Castle. The hall, a classical building built in the Taisho period (1912 _ 1926).
307 locals recommend
Osaka City Central Hall
Nakanoshima-1-chōme-1 Kita WardOsaka City Central Public Hall is one of Osaka's symbols, together with the tower of Osaka Castle. The hall, a classical building built in the Taisho period (1912 _ 1926).
An exhibition center in the heart of the city, built to promote development of Osaka's small- and medium-sized companies.
85 locals recommend
MYDOME Osaka
2-5 HonmachibashiAn exhibition center in the heart of the city, built to promote development of Osaka's small- and medium-sized companies.
Round 1 is an arcade, karaoke place, bowling, sports area, billiard tables and more! It is opened till 6am, perfect place to stay all night!
147 locals recommend
Round One Kitashinsaibashi
3-chōme-6-18 MinamisenbaRound 1 is an arcade, karaoke place, bowling, sports area, billiard tables and more! It is opened till 6am, perfect place to stay all night!
Namba Hatch is a club presenting various genres of live music, such as rock, jazz, soul and hiphop.
166 locals recommend
Namba Hatch
1-chōme-3-1 MinatomachiNamba Hatch is a club presenting various genres of live music, such as rock, jazz, soul and hiphop.
A sporting center for various sports, including volleyball, basketball, judo and gymnastics. Classes for yoga and aerobics are also available.
89 locals recommend
EDION Arena Osaka
3-chōme-4-36 NanbanakaA sporting center for various sports, including volleyball, basketball, judo and gymnastics. Classes for yoga and aerobics are also available.
A hub of stand-up comedy culture, proudly presented by Yoshimoto Kogyo. Come experience entertainment provided by a wide variety of Yoshimoto comedians.
1331 locals recommend
Nanba Grand Kagetsu
11-6 NanbasennichimaeA hub of stand-up comedy culture, proudly presented by Yoshimoto Kogyo. Come experience entertainment provided by a wide variety of Yoshimoto comedians.
A theater where Bunraku, a traditional art of Japan that has been designated as one of the world's intangible cultural assets, can be enjoyed.
1339 locals recommend
National Bunraku Theater
1-chōme-12-10 NipponbashiA theater where Bunraku, a traditional art of Japan that has been designated as one of the world's intangible cultural assets, can be enjoyed.
A theater for performing arts, mainly for kabuki but including musicals and many other forms. There are many excellent restaurants with various specialties in the basement.
352 locals recommend
Osaka Shochikuza
A theater for performing arts, mainly for kabuki but including musicals and many other forms. There are many excellent restaurants with various specialties in the basement.
The largest standing-room live hall in western Japan, where many high-profile artists perform
102 locals recommend
Zepp Namba
2-chōme-1-39 ShikitsuhigashiThe largest standing-room live hall in western Japan, where many high-profile artists perform
The oldest Noh Theater in Osaka, which reached 80 years anniversary in 2008.
71 locals recommend
山本能楽堂 (Yamamoto Noh Theatre)
1-chōme-3-6 TokuichōThe oldest Noh Theater in Osaka, which reached 80 years anniversary in 2008.
This is a multi-purpose hall of a type that is rare in Japan, being constructed in the piloti style (elevated-floor style using special beams).
69 locals recommend
Morinomiya Piloti Hall
1-chōme-17-5 MorinomiyachūōThis is a multi-purpose hall of a type that is rare in Japan, being constructed in the piloti style (elevated-floor style using special beams).
A traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu (an area of white pebbles).
64 locals recommend
大槻能楽堂
Ａ-7 UemachiA traditional noh theater where the all-cypress main stage with hashi-gakari is surrounded by shirasu (an area of white pebbles).
A shoebox style concert hall with 821 seats. Sponsors about 30 original performances each year.
62 locals recommend
Izumi Hall
1-chōme-4-70 ShiromiA shoebox style concert hall with 821 seats. Sponsors about 30 original performances each year.
A multi-purpose arena with a maximum capacity of 16,000, built to commemorate the 400th anniversary since the construction of Osaka Castle.
222 locals recommend
Osaka-Jo Hall
3-1 ŌsakajōA multi-purpose arena with a maximum capacity of 16,000, built to commemorate the 400th anniversary since the construction of Osaka Castle.
A dojo (training hall) for Judo, Kendo and Naginata. The sound of drums echoes, announcing the start of rigorous training. The dojo is a place of loud shouting and plenty of sweat.
62 locals recommend
大阪市立 修道館
2-1 ŌsakajōA dojo (training hall) for Judo, Kendo and Naginata. The sound of drums echoes, announcing the start of rigorous training. The dojo is a place of loud shouting and plenty of sweat.
Be surprised by the huge whale shark. Smile at the drifting jellyfish. Various wonders of the sea are displayed in the tanks.
1923 locals recommend
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriBe surprised by the huge whale shark. Smile at the drifting jellyfish. Various wonders of the sea are displayed in the tanks.
The UFO-shaped dome with nine stories above ground and one underground hosts baseball games and concerts. There are also restaurants and shops.
273 locals recommend
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Chiyozaki-3-chōme-中2 Nishi WardThe UFO-shaped dome with nine stories above ground and one underground hosts baseball games and concerts. There are also restaurants and shops.
Universal Studios Japan®, covering a wide spectrum of entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events, is a world-class theme park.
4440 locals recommend
Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaUniversal Studios Japan®, covering a wide spectrum of entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events, is a world-class theme park.
The third zoo to be built in Japan, with a history of more than 90 years. The natural living environments are reproduced in the African Savanna Zone and the elephant barn, among others.
3058 locals recommend
Osaka Tennoji Zoo
1-108 ChausuyamachōThe third zoo to be built in Japan, with a history of more than 90 years. The natural living environments are reproduced in the African Savanna Zone and the elephant barn, among others.
Shopping
Grand Front Osaka in four towers opened on the north side of Osaka Station in April 2013, consisting of 266 shops and restaurants and offering walkability to Osaka's waterfront.
1198 locals recommend
Grand Front Osaka
4-Ofukacho Kita WardGrand Front Osaka in four towers opened on the north side of Osaka Station in April 2013, consisting of 266 shops and restaurants and offering walkability to Osaka's waterfront.
Please come over to the head store of the biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote, in Umeda! From brand goods to home appliances, we have an extensive selection of tax-exempt items.
434 locals recommend
Shopping: Don Quijote Umeda
4-16 KomatsubarachōPlease come over to the head store of the biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote, in Umeda! From brand goods to home appliances, we have an extensive selection of tax-exempt items.
Japan's longest shopping street stretches approx. 2.6 km to the north from Tenjimbashi to Tenjinbashi-Suji 7-chome.
540 locals recommend
Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street
6-chōme-7-Tenjinbashi Kita WardJapan's longest shopping street stretches approx. 2.6 km to the north from Tenjimbashi to Tenjinbashi-Suji 7-chome.
Office building from B2F to 23F accommodates a book store with the largest floor size in Kansai, restaurants and sundry stores. Dojima Yakushido is in the East square.
64 locals recommend
Ganko Dojima-Avanza
1-chōme-6-20 DōjimaOffice building from B2F to 23F accommodates a book store with the largest floor size in Kansai, restaurants and sundry stores. Dojima Yakushido is in the East square.
This facility stretches from Kitashinchi Station of JR and Nishi Umeda Station of subway towards the south.
63 locals recommend
Dojima Chika center(DOTICA)
1-chōme-6-1 DōjimaThis facility stretches from Kitashinchi Station of JR and Nishi Umeda Station of subway towards the south.
Stretching under eastern Osaka Station of JR line east to west, EST offers shops for young women from teens to the late twenties.
83 locals recommend
Est
3-25 KakudachōStretching under eastern Osaka Station of JR line east to west, EST offers shops for young women from teens to the late twenties.
An iconic department store that reopened in the spring of 2011 with more on offer.
319 locals recommend
Daimaru Museum Umeda
3-chōme-1-1 UmedaAn iconic department store that reopened in the spring of 2011 with more on offer.
Umeda Loft offers a wide variety of merchandise, from small items to large interior goods.
272 locals recommend
Umeda Loft
16-7 ChayamachiUmeda Loft offers a wide variety of merchandise, from small items to large interior goods.
A large-scale, multiple commercial complex located at Nishi-Umeda, in front of JR Osaka Station.
121 locals recommend
Herbis Osaka
2-chōme-5-25 UmedaA large-scale, multiple commercial complex located at Nishi-Umeda, in front of JR Osaka Station.
An Umeda landmark offering a range of shops and entertainment venues.
171 locals recommend
Herbis Plaza / Herbis Plaza Ent
2-chōme-2-22 UmedaAn Umeda landmark offering a range of shops and entertainment venues.
This high-quality commercial district includes exquisite brand name shops, gourmet restaurants and sophisticated venues.
61 locals recommend
The Hilton Plaza West
2-chōme-2-2 UmedaThis high-quality commercial district includes exquisite brand name shops, gourmet restaurants and sophisticated venues.
A popular discount store selling a huge range of electrical devices.
671 locals recommend
Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Umeda
1-1 ŌfukachōA popular discount store selling a huge range of electrical devices.
E-ma
1-chōme-12-6 UmedaA fashion hot spot boasting a wide selection of fine boutiques.
A new shopping zone for sophisticated adults has opened in the youthful district of Chayamachi.
372 locals recommend
NU Chayamachi
10-12 ChayamachiA new shopping zone for sophisticated adults has opened in the youthful district of Chayamachi.
A shopping center located at the terminal building of Hankyu Umeda Station.
152 locals recommend
Hankyu Sanban Gai
1-chōme-1-3 ShibataA shopping center located at the terminal building of Hankyu Umeda Station.
Whity Umeda
7-Komatsubarachō Kita WardHuge underground shopping mall in Umeda with more than 200 shops.
This underground mall of Umeda is built to recreate the streets of Europe, with a bright and open design.
82 locals recommend
Diamor, Osaka
Umeda-1-chōme-10 Kita WardThis underground mall of Umeda is built to recreate the streets of Europe, with a bright and open design.
Located at the center of Umeda, this facility boasts a huge red ferris wheel that's become the symbol of this commercial complex.
703 locals recommend
Hep Five
5-15 KakudachōLocated at the center of Umeda, this facility boasts a huge red ferris wheel that's become the symbol of this commercial complex.
One of Japan's largest department stores in its class covering a total area of 84,000 square meters.
797 locals recommend
Hankyu Umeda Honten
8-7 KakudachōOne of Japan's largest department stores in its class covering a total area of 84,000 square meters.
The new center of Umeda, Osaka, centered on the Umeda Sky Building. Enjoy dining, movies, and also the Floating Garden Observatory that allows visitors to view Osaka from 170 meters aboveground.
62 locals recommend
Shin Umeda City Wonder Square
1-chōme-1-20 ŌyodonakaThe new center of Umeda, Osaka, centered on the Umeda Sky Building. Enjoy dining, movies, and also the Floating Garden Observatory that allows visitors to view Osaka from 170 meters aboveground.
Collection of high-quality stores in the historical neighborhood of Kitasemba.
41 locals recommend
北浜プラザ
1-chōme-7-3 KōraibashiCollection of high-quality stores in the historical neighborhood of Kitasemba.
New landmark of Nakanoshima opened in November 2012. This 200m tall high-rise is home to offices, restaurants, shops, and the refurbished Festival Hall.
59 locals recommend
Nakanoshima Festival Tower
2-chōme-3-18 NakanoshimaNew landmark of Nakanoshima opened in November 2012. This 200m tall high-rise is home to offices, restaurants, shops, and the refurbished Festival Hall.
A gigantic wholesale district with more than 1,000 shops selling textile products, shoes, watches, jewelry, etc. There are many that also offer retail sales.
139 locals recommend
Semba Center Building
Senbachūō-1-1-chōme Chuo WardA gigantic wholesale district with more than 1,000 shops selling textile products, shoes, watches, jewelry, etc. There are many that also offer retail sales.
Largest daily sundries shop in Kansai, with everything from crafty items to everyday goods.
406 locals recommend
東急ハンズ Tokyu Hands
1-chōme-8-3 ShinsaibashisujiLargest daily sundries shop in Kansai, with everything from crafty items to everyday goods.
A new fashion building on Shinsaibashi-suji Street. This conspicuous building houses a variety of stores ranging from fashion clothing to cafés and restaurants.
69 locals recommend
ラ・ポルト心斎橋
2-3-23 ShinsaibashisujiA new fashion building on Shinsaibashi-suji Street. This conspicuous building houses a variety of stores ranging from fashion clothing to cafés and restaurants.
The biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote! To come visit Dotonbori-ten, try to find the landmark of Osaka Minami - the yellow ferris wheel!
575 locals recommend
Don Quijote
2-chōme-5-9 NishishinsaibashiThe biggest discount shop group in Japan, Don Quijote! To come visit Dotonbori-ten, try to find the landmark of Osaka Minami - the yellow ferris wheel!
A 150m-long shopping street lined with specialty stores with every cooking utensil and kitchen item available. The Doguyasuji Festival on Oct 9 is an event where various tools are on sale.
376 locals recommend
Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
14-5 NanbasennichimaeA 150m-long shopping street lined with specialty stores with every cooking utensil and kitchen item available. The Doguyasuji Festival on Oct 9 is an event where various tools are on sale.
A 730m-long underground shopping strip stretching from Sakaisuji to Yotsubashi suji.
10 locals recommend
クリスタ長堀 水時計広場
Minamisenba-2-chōme-4 Chuo WardA 730m-long underground shopping strip stretching from Sakaisuji to Yotsubashi suji.
A 20,000 sq. meter appliance store with approx. 800,000 items from appliances to books to toys.
518 locals recommend
Yamada Denki LABI1 Namba
2-chōme-11-35 NanbanakaA 20,000 sq. meter appliance store with approx. 800,000 items from appliances to books to toys.
Various brands from Tokyo, Osaka, and from overseas can all be found at this mall.
360 locals recommend
Namba Marui
3-chōme-8-9 NanbaVarious brands from Tokyo, Osaka, and from overseas can all be found at this mall.
One of the largest commercial districts in Osaka, packed with electrical equipment discount stores.
893 locals recommend
Osaka Nippombashi Denden Town
Nipponbashi-8-3-chōme Naniwa WardOne of the largest commercial districts in Osaka, packed with electrical equipment discount stores.
A popular underground shopping in the center of Minami with around 270 shops.
324 locals recommend
Namba Walk
1 Chome-3-Sennichimae Chuo WardA popular underground shopping in the center of Minami with around 270 shops.
BIC CAMERA Namba Outlet Store SAURUS2
2-chōme-10-1 SennichimaeMega department store of electric devices.
Shinsaibashi Bigstep
1-chōme-4-3 NishishinsaibashiA landmark entertainment building of America Mura.
A huge range of electronics including new and used PCs.
110 locals recommend
Sofmap Namba Zaurus2 hadokan
3-chōme-6-25 NipponbashiA huge range of electronics including new and used PCs.
A huge appliance store in Nippombashi selling a range of electronic and AV products.
85 locals recommend
ジョーシン 新大阪店
2-chōme-2-17 NishimiyaharaA huge appliance store in Nippombashi selling a range of electronic and AV products.
Namba City
5-chōme-1-60 NanbaA vast shopping mall located at Namba Station on the Nankai Line.
This shopping mall is an oasis in the city where people can enjoy trees and flowers while browsing boutiques.
2406 locals recommend
Namba Parks
2-chōme-10-70 NanbanakaThis shopping mall is an oasis in the city where people can enjoy trees and flowers while browsing boutiques.
A mall dedicated to fashion that's directly connected to Subway Shinsaibashi Station.
510 locals recommend
Shinsaibashi Bigstep
1-chōme-4-3 NishishinsaibashiA mall dedicated to fashion that's directly connected to Subway Shinsaibashi Station.
A long-established department store with branches located around the world.
829 locals recommend
Takashimaya Osaka Store
5-chōme-1-5 NanbaA long-established department store with branches located around the world.
This department store is housed in a massive neo-gothic style building designed by Vories.
794 locals recommend
Daimaru Shinsaibashi
1-chōme-7-1 ShinsaibashisujiThis department store is housed in a massive neo-gothic style building designed by Vories.
The largest bus terminal in western Japan, directly connected to the Namba Station of JR Line. Adjoining are offices, restaurants, shopping facilities, plus a full-scale rooftop garden.
668 locals recommend
Osaka City Air Terminal Building (OCAT)
1-chōme-4-1 MinatomachiThe largest bus terminal in western Japan, directly connected to the Namba Station of JR Line. Adjoining are offices, restaurants, shopping facilities, plus a full-scale rooftop garden.
A unique, vibrant area in the Minami area of Osaka that is the centre of Kansai's youth culture.
606 locals recommend
America Village
2 Chome-11-Nishishinsaibashi Chuo WardA unique, vibrant area in the Minami area of Osaka that is the centre of Kansai's youth culture.
Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
1409 locals recommend
Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
2-chōme-2-22 ShinsaibashisujiShinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, which runs east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is the best-known shopping area in Osaka, and an enduring symbol of the city.
The mall is lined with popular brand-name stores selling women's, men's and kid's wear, sports equipment and outdoor gear.
99 locals recommend
MITSUI OUTLET PARK OSAKA TSURUMI
2-chōme-7-70 MattaōmiyaThe mall is lined with popular brand-name stores selling women's, men's and kid's wear, sports equipment and outdoor gear.
Located on the shore of Okawa River (former Yodo River) that flows through Osaka, the water capital. A complex facility consisting of OAP Tower & Plaza, Imperial Hotel Osaka.
91 locals recommend
Osaka Amenity Park
1-chōme-8-30 TenmabashiLocated on the shore of Okawa River (former Yodo River) that flows through Osaka, the water capital. A complex facility consisting of OAP Tower & Plaza, Imperial Hotel Osaka.
Built with a breathtaking view of the sea, ATC has many showrooms of furniture, interior goods, housing equipment, as well as outlet malls and game arcades.
154 locals recommend
ATC - Asia-Pacific Trade Center
2-chōme-1-10 NankōkitaBuilt with a breathtaking view of the sea, ATC has many showrooms of furniture, interior goods, housing equipment, as well as outlet malls and game arcades.
Starbucks
The largest outlet shopping center in western Japan.
Located from B2F to 14F of Abeno Harukas, the tallest building in Japan.
2395 locals recommend
Abeno Harukas
1-chōme-1-43 AbenosujiLocated from B2F to 14F of Abeno Harukas, the tallest building in Japan.
A shopping mall with Kansai's first SHIBUYA109 ABENO collection of fashion brands popular among girls in their teens and 20s.
316 locals recommend
Abeno Q's Mall
1-chōme-6-1 AbenosujiA shopping mall with Kansai's first SHIBUYA109 ABENO collection of fashion brands popular among girls in their teens and 20s.
Connected to Abeno Lucias next door and only 3 minutes from Tennoji Station.
16 locals recommend
Kin'ei Aporobiru
1-chōme-5-1 AbenosujiConnected to Abeno Lucias next door and only 3 minutes from Tennoji Station.
Connected to Tennoji Station of JR, Mio is a 12-story shopping center with more than 240 shops.
319 locals recommend
Tennoji Mio Plaza
10-39 HideninchōConnected to Tennoji Station of JR, Mio is a 12-story shopping center with more than 240 shops.
Everything Else
The new center of Osaka with premises of 26 hectares. An aggregation of not only corporate offices, but also halls, theaters, shops and sports facilities.
72 locals recommend
Osaka Business Park Station
Shiromi-1-chōme-3 Chuo WardThe new center of Osaka with premises of 26 hectares. An aggregation of not only corporate offices, but also halls, theaters, shops and sports facilities.
The Ikkyu Onsen, located near Universal Studios Japan, uses 100 percent natural hot spring water.
104 locals recommend
上方温泉一休癒の間
5-chōme-9-31 TorishimaThe Ikkyu Onsen, located near Universal Studios Japan, uses 100 percent natural hot spring water.
A new commercial complex, located on the site where Aijitsu Elementary School stood through its long history, houses various shops and restaurants that support the lifestyle of working adults.
42 locals recommend
Yodoyabashi Odona
4-chōme-1-1 ImabashiA new commercial complex, located on the site where Aijitsu Elementary School stood through its long history, houses various shops and restaurants that support the lifestyle of working adults.
Famous brand name shops are concentrated in the crossing section of Midosuji and Nagahori Dori.
850 locals recommend
Shinsaibashisuji
Shinsaibashisuji Chuo WardFamous brand name shops are concentrated in the crossing section of Midosuji and Nagahori Dori.
Konamon Museum is a place where you can eat, learn about and make Takoyaki: Osaka's soul food.
154 locals recommend
Dotombori Konamon Museum
1-chōme-6-12 DōtonboriKonamon Museum is a place where you can eat, learn about and make Takoyaki: Osaka's soul food.
A retro downtown area of southern Osaka, famous for Tsutenkaku, Janjan Yokocho Alley and a giant blowfish lantern sign.
834 locals recommend
Shinsekai
Ebisuhigashi-8-2 Chome Naniwa WardA retro downtown area of southern Osaka, famous for Tsutenkaku, Janjan Yokocho Alley and a giant blowfish lantern sign.
Arts & Culture
An arena theater hall seating 1,704, specifically designed for classical concerts.
158 locals recommend
The Symphony Hall
2-chōme-3-3 ŌyodominamiAn arena theater hall seating 1,704, specifically designed for classical concerts.
A section of the townscape of Osaka in the late Edo Period is recreated to perfection. There are also exhibits and introductions of the townscapes and housing of the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods.
518 locals recommend
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
6-chōme-4-20 TenjinbashiA section of the townscape of Osaka in the late Edo Period is recreated to perfection. There are also exhibits and introductions of the townscapes and housing of the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods.
A museum for kids where they can experience many different activities and workshops.
378 locals recommend
Kids Plaza Osaka
2-chōme-1-7 ŌgimachiA museum for kids where they can experience many different activities and workshops.
Shiki Theatre Company, Japan's largest theatrical company, whose musicals such as "Cats," "Mamma Mia!" and "The Phantom of the Opera" are highly popular.
52 locals recommend
Osaka Shiki Theater
2-chōme-2-2-22 UmedaShiki Theatre Company, Japan's largest theatrical company, whose musicals such as "Cats," "Mamma Mia!" and "The Phantom of the Opera" are highly popular.
Presents various performances, centered on theater and Takarazuka revues, but also musicals, classical music, operas, ballets, etc.
108 locals recommend
Umeda Art Theater
19-1 ChayamachiPresents various performances, centered on theater and Takarazuka revues, but also musicals, classical music, operas, ballets, etc.
With 200 experiential exhibits themed on "Space and energy" as well as science shows and a planetarium this museum can be enjoyed by the entire family.
699 locals recommend
Osaka Science Museum
4-chōme-2-1 NakanoshimaWith 200 experiential exhibits themed on "Space and energy" as well as science shows and a planetarium this museum can be enjoyed by the entire family.
Owns approximately 2,000 pieces of oriental ceramics, including the Ataka Collection. Of these, two are national treasures, and 13 are important cultural assets.
413 locals recommend
The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka
1-chōme-1-26 NakanoshimaOwns approximately 2,000 pieces of oriental ceramics, including the Ataka Collection. Of these, two are national treasures, and 13 are important cultural assets.
A museum with a collection and exhibition of tea ceremony utensils collected for over 50 years by Mr. Teiichi Yuki.
98 locals recommend
Yuki Museum of Art
3-chōme-3-9 HiranomachiA museum with a collection and exhibition of tea ceremony utensils collected for over 50 years by Mr. Teiichi Yuki.
Approximately 5,000 items of oriental antiquities collected by Denzaburo Fujita, a wealthy merchant of the Meiji Era, and his descendants.
85 locals recommend
Fujita Museum
10-32 AmijimachōApproximately 5,000 items of oriental antiquities collected by Denzaburo Fujita, a wealthy merchant of the Meiji Era, and his descendants.
A unique museum that introduces the life and achievements of 107 Osaka-based entrepreneurs through the exhibitions of their memorabilia and other personal items.
54 locals recommend
大阪企業家ミュージアム
1-chōme-4-5 HonmachiA unique museum that introduces the life and achievements of 107 Osaka-based entrepreneurs through the exhibitions of their memorabilia and other personal items.
An exhibition room in the basement introduces current vibrant works. A silver gate representing bamboo at the entrance leaves a strong impression.
701 locals recommend
The National Museum of Art, Osaka
4-chōme-2-55 NakanoshimaAn exhibition room in the basement introduces current vibrant works. A silver gate representing bamboo at the entrance leaves a strong impression.
About 30 powerful leading corporations and organizations that represent Japan introduce cutting-edge technology related to daily lives in an easy-to-understand manner.
108 locals recommend
OSTEC Exhibition Hall
1-chōme-8-4 UtsubohonmachiAbout 30 powerful leading corporations and organizations that represent Japan introduce cutting-edge technology related to daily lives in an easy-to-understand manner.
This Osaka Prefectural museum collects, conserves and exhibits materials and documents on Kamigata (the old name of the Kyoto-Osaka area) comedy and performing arts.
70 locals recommend
Osaka Prefectural Museum of Kamigata Comedy and Performing Arts Wahha Kamigata
12-7 NanbasennichimaeThis Osaka Prefectural museum collects, conserves and exhibits materials and documents on Kamigata (the old name of the Kyoto-Osaka area) comedy and performing arts.
Museum for ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints) which mainly houses and displays a collection of popular Kabuki actor prints from the Bunka and Bunsei eras (late in the Edo period).
254 locals recommend
Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum
1-chōme-6-4 NanbaMuseum for ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock prints) which mainly houses and displays a collection of popular Kabuki actor prints from the Bunka and Bunsei eras (late in the Edo period).
Exhibits and introduces coin and order (decoration) production processes, coins and medals of honor from Japan and abroad, and art objects.
281 locals recommend
Mint Museum
1-chōme-1-79 TenmaExhibits and introduces coin and order (decoration) production processes, coins and medals of honor from Japan and abroad, and art objects.
A museum researching and introducing the history of Osaka, built on the ruins of Naniwa Nagara Toyosaki-no-miya with a history of more than 1,350 years.
979 locals recommend
Osaka Museum of History
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeA museum researching and introducing the history of Osaka, built on the ruins of Naniwa Nagara Toyosaki-no-miya with a history of more than 1,350 years.
The former Suntory Museum was renamed as the Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan in 2013. Exhibitions of various kinds are displayed in the gallery.
135 locals recommend
Osaka Culturarium Tempozan
1-chōme-5-10 KaigandōriThe former Suntory Museum was renamed as the Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan in 2013. Exhibitions of various kinds are displayed in the gallery.
Parks & Nature
The park includes Osaka Castle Tower (Osaka Castle Museum), the Nishinomaru Garden, an ume (plum) orchard, the Osaka-jo Hall, and a Japanese archery ground.
1376 locals recommend
Osakajo
Osakajo Chuo WardThe park includes Osaka Castle Tower (Osaka Castle Museum), the Nishinomaru Garden, an ume (plum) orchard, the Osaka-jo Hall, and a Japanese archery ground.
One of the best-known parks in Osaka, with much history. There are many must-sees within the park, including a Japanese garden, a kofun (burial mound), an art museum, a water square and a rose arch.
3058 locals recommend
Osaka Tennoji Zoo
1-108 ChausuyamachōOne of the best-known parks in Osaka, with much history. There are many must-sees within the park, including a Japanese garden, a kofun (burial mound), an art museum, a water square and a rose arch.
Sightseeing
The Central Wholesale Market is an approximately 10-minute walk from Noda Station on JR Loop Line or Tamagawa Station on the Sennichimae subway Line.
41 locals recommend
大阪市中央卸売市場綜合直売協同組合
1-chōme-1-86 NodaThe Central Wholesale Market is an approximately 10-minute walk from Noda Station on JR Loop Line or Tamagawa Station on the Sennichimae subway Line.
High-class nightlife district, representative of the Kita area of Osaka, that has thrived as an information exchange location for businessmen.
175 locals recommend
Kitashinchi Station
1-3-1 梅田High-class nightlife district, representative of the Kita area of Osaka, that has thrived as an information exchange location for businessmen.
Known by the nickname Tenma-no-Tenjin-san. Enshrines Sugawara-no-Michizane, the god of learning. Famous for the Tenjin Festival held every year on July 24th and 25th.
155 locals recommend
Osakatemmangu Station
Tenjinbashi-2-chōme-5 Kita WardKnown by the nickname Tenma-no-Tenjin-san. Enshrines Sugawara-no-Michizane, the god of learning. Famous for the Tenjin Festival held every year on July 24th and 25th.
Chayamachi is the Osaka Kita area's most popular downtown district for young people. There is an array of shops, including eateries, amusement spaces, variety shops, and boutiques.
38 locals recommend
Chayamachi
Chayamachi is the Osaka Kita area's most popular downtown district for young people. There is an array of shops, including eateries, amusement spaces, variety shops, and boutiques.
Taiyuji Temple is a long-established temple founded by Kukai, also known posthumously as Kobo-Daishi (774-835 A.D.).
33 locals recommend
Taiyu-ji Temple
3-7 TaiyūjichōTaiyuji Temple is a long-established temple founded by Kukai, also known posthumously as Kobo-Daishi (774-835 A.D.).
A well-known bridge in Osaka, commonly called the "Lion Bridge." It is noted for its classical lampposts. It also features grand stone steps leading to Nakanoshima Park.
34 locals recommend
Naniwabashi Station
Nakanoshima-1-chōme-1 Kita WardA well-known bridge in Osaka, commonly called the "Lion Bridge." It is noted for its classical lampposts. It also features grand stone steps leading to Nakanoshima Park.
Well known to local people as "Kita-no-Ebessan (Ebisu shrine in the north area of downtown Osaka)," Horikawa Ebisu Shrine overflows with worshipers on the day of the Toka Ebisu Festival.
29 locals recommend
Horikawa Ebisu Shrine
5-chōme-4-17 NishitenmaWell known to local people as "Kita-no-Ebessan (Ebisu shrine in the north area of downtown Osaka)," Horikawa Ebisu Shrine overflows with worshipers on the day of the Toka Ebisu Festival.
In Minami-mido, nicknamed "Minami-no-mido-san," is a stone monument inscribed with a haiku of Basho, a phenomenal haiku poet.
30 locals recommend
Nanba Betsuin (Minamimido) Temple
4-chōme-1-11 KyūtarōmachiIn Minami-mido, nicknamed "Minami-no-mido-san," is a stone monument inscribed with a haiku of Basho, a phenomenal haiku poet.
Located in Dosho-machi, known as the town of medicine, and worshipped as the god of health and medical treatment.
34 locals recommend
Sukunahikona Shrine
2-chōme-1-8 DoshōmachiLocated in Dosho-machi, known as the town of medicine, and worshipped as the god of health and medical treatment.
A shrine beloved by the public under the nickname Zama-san, worshipped as an ancient deity of residence protection, travel safety, and safe delivery.
14 locals recommend
Ikasuri Shrine
4-chōme-渡辺-3 KyūtarōmachiA shrine beloved by the public under the nickname Zama-san, worshipped as an ancient deity of residence protection, travel safety, and safe delivery.
A main street representative of Osaka. The Midosuji Parade, one of the major events of Osaka, is held on this street every year in October.
27 locals recommend
Kyūtarōmachi, 3-chōme−5−１７
A main street representative of Osaka. The Midosuji Parade, one of the major events of Osaka, is held on this street every year in October.
The tour, the first of its kind in Japan, offers a novel way of enjoying the cityscape of Osaka: that from aboard an amphibious bus. The attraction perfectly suits Osaka, the city of waterways.
62 locals recommend
Osaka Duck Tour
1-2 KitahamahigashiThe tour, the first of its kind in Japan, offers a novel way of enjoying the cityscape of Osaka: that from aboard an amphibious bus. The attraction perfectly suits Osaka, the city of waterways.
Namba Yasaka Shrine has long been worshipped as the tutelary deity of the Namba district. The shrine was once flourishing, possessing shichido garan and 12 attached temples.
347 locals recommend
Namba Yasaka Shrine
2-chōme-9-19 MotomachiNamba Yasaka Shrine has long been worshipped as the tutelary deity of the Namba district. The shrine was once flourishing, possessing shichido garan and 12 attached temples.
Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardA glorious food marketplace with 180 wholesale and retail shops.
Renowned temple founded in Namba by the priest Gyoki in 744. The present main building, constructed in 1808, was the venue for the first Osaka Prefectural Assembly.
176 locals recommend
Mittera Temple
2-chōme-7-12 ShinsaibashisujiRenowned temple founded in Namba by the priest Gyoki in 744. The present main building, constructed in 1808, was the venue for the first Osaka Prefectural Assembly.
The shrine of the guardian god of Osaka Castle, with ties to the Toyotomi family. Its vicinity was the residence of the makers of comma-shaped beads and gems in ancient times.
26 locals recommend
Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine
2-chōme-3-8 TamatsukuriThe shrine of the guardian god of Osaka Castle, with ties to the Toyotomi family. Its vicinity was the residence of the makers of comma-shaped beads and gems in ancient times.
A symbol of Naniwa, also known as the Eiffel Tower of Osaka. On the 5th floor, there is an observatory with a view of Osaka.
2055 locals recommend
Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiA symbol of Naniwa, also known as the Eiffel Tower of Osaka. On the 5th floor, there is an observatory with a view of Osaka.
Known as Ebessan, an Ebisu shrine of Osaka that provides prosperity, worshipped for business success. Approximately one million people visit on Tooka Ebisu (festival around January 10th).
468 locals recommend
Imamiya Ebisu Shrine
Ebisunishi-1-chōme-6 Naniwa WardKnown as Ebessan, an Ebisu shrine of Osaka that provides prosperity, worshipped for business success. Approximately one million people visit on Tooka Ebisu (festival around January 10th).
Japan's first full-fledged Buddhist temple, constructed 1,400 years ago by Shotokutaishi. The Tennoji-bugaku (dance) of the temple is one of Japan's significant intangible folk cultural assets.
1112 locals recommend
Shitennoji
1-chōme-1-11-18 ShitennōjiJapan's first full-fledged Buddhist temple, constructed 1,400 years ago by Shotokutaishi. The Tennoji-bugaku (dance) of the temple is one of Japan's significant intangible folk cultural assets.
The head of more than 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines nationwide and the most popular shrine in Osaka for New Year's visits.
503 locals recommend
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
2-chōme-9-89 SumiyoshiThe head of more than 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines nationwide and the most popular shrine in Osaka for New Year's visits.