Guidebook for Naniwa-ku, Ōsaka-shi
Parks & Nature
The original Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto-gosho), built in AD 794 and replaced several times after being destroyed by fire, remains one of the city's most visited historic sites. Although the present building was constructed in 1855, it still impresses. Occupying a large (once-walled) enclosure near the heart of the city, the palace includes highlights such as its finely decorated gates, along with a chance to see a number of the palace's most important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library. While the lovely grounds of this Kyoto landmark are open to the public, the p
990 locals recommend
Kyoto Imperial Palace
3 KyōtogyoenThe original Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto-gosho), built in AD 794 and replaced several times after being destroyed by fire, remains one of the city's most visited historic sites. Although the present building was constructed in 1855, it still impresses. Occupying a large (once-walled) enclosure near the heart of the city, the palace includes highlights such as its finely decorated gates, along with a chance to see a number of the palace's most important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library. While the lovely grounds of this Kyoto landmark are open to the public, the p
It is one of the famous big parks in Japan.
You can enjoy playing soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis and so on.
In spring, enjoy hanami.
52 locals recommend
Expo’70 Commemorative Park General Sports Square
3 SenribanpakukoenIt is one of the famous big parks in Japan.
You can enjoy playing soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis and so on.
In spring, enjoy hanami.
Mino Falls
2-2 MinookoenIt is one of famous waterfalls.
It is a famous big park in Osaka. You can enjoy barbecue, camping and playing sports.
52 locals recommend
Ryokuchikoen
It is a famous big park in Osaka. You can enjoy barbecue, camping and playing sports.
Nara park.
It is the most famous big park in Nara.
You can enjoy with deer.
434 locals recommend
Nara Park
Nara park.
It is the most famous big park in Nara.
You can enjoy with deer.
Mount Rokko
Mount Rokko is close to the cities of Osaka and Kobe and to the hot springs of Arima Onsen.
From the top of Mt. Rokko one has a panoramic view of Osaka Bay or the wonderful night view over the city of Kobe.
In every season Mt. Rokko offers a spectacle of nature, along with places for dining and shopping.
76 locals recommend
Mount Rokkō
Mount Rokko
Mount Rokko is close to the cities of Osaka and Kobe and to the hot springs of Arima Onsen.
From the top of Mt. Rokko one has a panoramic view of Osaka Bay or the wonderful night view over the city of Kobe.
In every season Mt. Rokko offers a spectacle of nature, along with places for dining and shopping.
Drinks & Nightlife
HUB Shinsaibashi
2-chōme-6-14 ShinsaibashisujiYou can enjoy not only drinking but also watching soccer games.
Rooftop Bar OO
2-chōme-3-28 DōtonboriYou can enjoy drink on the roof top. There is a pool.
CLUB Palette(旧シュバル)
1-chōme-5-30 ShinsaibashisujiEnjoy drinking, dancing and music all night!
Its an interesting Literature Bar and food court where their guest become a real reader. One can find famous books/novels while sip a drink. You can drink and spend a quality time here. If you just want to read the books it is completely free of charge.
49 locals recommend
Bar Liseur
4-chōme-11-9 MinamisenbaIts an interesting Literature Bar and food court where their guest become a real reader. One can find famous books/novels while sip a drink. You can drink and spend a quality time here. If you just want to read the books it is completely free of charge.
Food Scene
すし処あかし
2-chōme-6-19 HigashishinsaibashiIf you like sushi, you should visit here.
Yakiniku Dondon America-mura
Yakiniku!!
裏なんば酒場 魚伝
9-17 NanbasennichimaeFish dishes!
Okonomiyaki!
Monjayaki!
So delicious!
It is popular for tourist.
171 locals recommend
Teppanyaki Dotombori Osaka honten
1-chōme-6-20 NanbaOkonomiyaki!
Monjayaki!
So delicious!
It is popular for tourist.
Ganso Ajiho
2-chōme-3-19 NishishinsaibashiTakoyaki bar. It is popular bar.
Surrounded by flowers, herb garden is ensconced in the mountain above the picturesque port city of Kobe.
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens are Japan’s largest herb gardens with about 75,000 herbs and flowers of about 200 kinds blooming throughout the year. There are 14 garden areas where visitors are welcomed by seasonal herbs and flowers arranged according to different themes.
83 locals recommend
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
1-chōme-4-3 KitanochōSurrounded by flowers, herb garden is ensconced in the mountain above the picturesque port city of Kobe.
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens are Japan’s largest herb gardens with about 75,000 herbs and flowers of about 200 kinds blooming throughout the year. There are 14 garden areas where visitors are welcomed by seasonal herbs and flowers arranged according to different themes.
This is a famous "Udon" restaurant .
The restaurant is committed to many things.
So please, try it.
57 locals recommend
Marugame Seimen Kitashinsaibashi
3-chōme-8-14 MinamisenbaThis is a famous "Udon" restaurant .
The restaurant is committed to many things.
So please, try it.
This is one of the best beef in the world that you can’t miss when you visit Kobe. Kobe beef comes from Tajima strain of wage castle in Hyogo prefecture. Kobe beef can be served as shabu-shabu, teppanyaki, Sashimi, sukiyaki and steak.
38 locals recommend
Kobe beef steak
2-chōme-1-17 ShimoyamatedōriThis is one of the best beef in the world that you can’t miss when you visit Kobe. Kobe beef comes from Tajima strain of wage castle in Hyogo prefecture. Kobe beef can be served as shabu-shabu, teppanyaki, Sashimi, sukiyaki and steak.
The restaurant is the most famous Kushikatsu restaurant. The restaurant here has a lot of proud to use good ingredients. So if Osaka tourism is the first time, please try it. And please be careful no double dipping in the sauce.
279 locals recommend
Kushikatsu Daruma Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-6-8 EbisuhigashiThe restaurant is the most famous Kushikatsu restaurant. The restaurant here has a lot of proud to use good ingredients. So if Osaka tourism is the first time, please try it. And please be careful no double dipping in the sauce.
A historical restaurant working since 1936. People who are finding Japanese traditional taste, this place is right for them. Very beautiful and quite place.
lunch time: 11:30am~3:30pm
Dinner time: 5:30pm~11:00pm(last order 10:00pm)
87 locals recommend
ＳＡＮＧＥＮ
A historical restaurant working since 1936. People who are finding Japanese traditional taste, this place is right for them. Very beautiful and quite place.
lunch time: 11:30am~3:30pm
Dinner time: 5:30pm~11:00pm(last order 10:00pm)
Studio Plaza Ai
Would you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don’t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet.
Package included with dressing: 9000
Suggested duration: 1~2 hours
Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday: 12:00pm~5:00pm
17 locals recommend
Hotel Nikko Osaka
1-chōme-3-3 Nishishinsaibashi Studio Plaza Ai
Would you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don’t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet.
Package included with dressing: 9000
Suggested duration: 1~2 hours
Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday: 12:00pm~5:00pm
Riverside Terrace Nakanoshima
PLACE: Nakanoshima Park
Price: about5,000YEN~6,000YEN
Open Season: August 1st~October 31st
Open Time: 12:00~23:00
(9:00~23:00 on Sat & Sun)
Reservation: No need to take a reservation
Contact: TEL 06-6130-5489
リバーサイドテラス中之島
38 locals recommend
RIVERSIDE TERRACE
Riverside Terrace Nakanoshima
PLACE: Nakanoshima Park
Price: about5,000YEN~6,000YEN
Open Season: August 1st~October 31st
Open Time: 12:00~23:00
(9:00~23:00 on Sat & Sun)
Reservation: No need to take a reservation
Contact: TEL 06-6130-5489
リバーサイドテラス中之島
Sightseeing
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardDotonbori!
You should visit there, if you want to enjoy Osaka trip.
Osaka castle
In spring, you can enjoy hanami, seeing beautiful blossoms.
In winter, you can enjoy seeing the Christmas lights.
3465 locals recommend
Osaka Castle Park
Ōsakajō-1 Chuo WardOsaka castle
In spring, you can enjoy hanami, seeing beautiful blossoms.
In winter, you can enjoy seeing the Christmas lights.
Tsutenkaku!
Osaka symbol!!
There are many interesting restaurants and bars around it.
2055 locals recommend
Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiTsutenkaku!
Osaka symbol!!
There are many interesting restaurants and bars around it.
Kiyomizu temple
It is one of famous temples in Japan.
You should visit there at once.
In spring, beautiful blossoms covers Kiyomizu temple.
In fall, beautiful leaves covers it.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery.
1521 locals recommend
Kiyomizu-dera
Kiyomizu temple
It is one of famous temples in Japan.
You should visit there at once.
In spring, beautiful blossoms covers Kiyomizu temple.
In fall, beautiful leaves covers it.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery.
Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo WardKuromon Market!!
It is one of famous shrines in Kyoto. Many people go to pay a visit there on New Year's day.
143 locals recommend
Yasaka-Jinja Shrine Minami-romon Tower Gate
Gionmachi Minamigawa-509 Higashiyama WardIt is one of famous shrines in Kyoto. Many people go to pay a visit there on New Year's day.
Escape the noise and stress of Osaka with this relaxing, 7-hour, private day trip exploring the mountains and hot springs near Kobe. Ride in your private luxury vehicle into this mountain escape, enjoying the views from on top of Mount Rokko, visiting the nearby Kobe Botanical Gardens and soaking your worries away at Arima Onsen hot springs.
197 locals recommend
Arima Onsen
Arimachō Kita WardEscape the noise and stress of Osaka with this relaxing, 7-hour, private day trip exploring the mountains and hot springs near Kobe. Ride in your private luxury vehicle into this mountain escape, enjoying the views from on top of Mount Rokko, visiting the nearby Kobe Botanical Gardens and soaking your worries away at Arima Onsen hot springs.
Providing some of the best views over Osaka, particularly of the port area and the Tempozan Harbor Village in which it's located, the massive Tempozan Ferris Wheel is one of the largest such attractions in Asia. At more than 112 meters tall and with a diameter spanning 100 meters, this huge ferris wheel has been in operation since 1997 and offers a thrilling 17-minute journey that is especially enjoyable at night when the wheel is lit up in a variety of different colors dictated by the weather (orange when sunny weather is predicted, green for clouds, and blue for rain). Hot Tip: Thrill seekers can opt for one of the special "see-through-bottom" cars for an incredible all-round view of Osaka
629 locals recommend
Tempozan Ferris Wheel
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriProviding some of the best views over Osaka, particularly of the port area and the Tempozan Harbor Village in which it's located, the massive Tempozan Ferris Wheel is one of the largest such attractions in Asia. At more than 112 meters tall and with a diameter spanning 100 meters, this huge ferris wheel has been in operation since 1997 and offers a thrilling 17-minute journey that is especially enjoyable at night when the wheel is lit up in a variety of different colors dictated by the weather (orange when sunny weather is predicted, green for clouds, and blue for rain). Hot Tip: Thrill seekers can opt for one of the special "see-through-bottom" cars for an incredible all-round view of Osaka
One of the landmarks in the Umeda district of Osaka. HEP FIVE is a shopping mall focused mainly on fashion. On the roof of the building is a large, red ferris wheel from which you can see the whole of the city. In the evening, you can enjoy the romantic night scenery, which has made HEP FIVE a popular date spot.
197 locals recommend
Hep Five Ferris Wheel
5-15 KakudachōOne of the landmarks in the Umeda district of Osaka. HEP FIVE is a shopping mall focused mainly on fashion. On the roof of the building is a large, red ferris wheel from which you can see the whole of the city. In the evening, you can enjoy the romantic night scenery, which has made HEP FIVE a popular date spot.
Arts & Culture
Osaka Museum of History
4-chōme-1-32 ŌtemaeOsaka history museum
If you are interested in anime, you should visit there.
355 locals recommend
Animate Osaka Nippombashi
1-chōme-1-3 NipponbashinishiIf you are interested in anime, you should visit there.
National Bunraku Theater
1-chōme-12-10 NipponbashiJapanese Literature Theater
You can enjoy watching Manzai. Manzai means a comedy dialogue between two people.
1331 locals recommend
Nanba Grand Kagetsu
11-6 NanbasennichimaeYou can enjoy watching Manzai. Manzai means a comedy dialogue between two people.
Kobe Harborland, a premier commercial and sightseeing destination.
Kobe Harborland features an array of large-scale commercial sites, from department stores, superstores, and speciality shops to hotels. This new cityscape, with its seaside sightseeing spots, pier, and pedestrian bridge so perfectly suited to its Kobe surroundings, has gained growing popularity among local residents as well as fans of Kobe from around the world
287 locals recommend
Kobe Harborland umie
1-chōme-7-2 HigashikawasakichōKobe Harborland, a premier commercial and sightseeing destination.
Kobe Harborland features an array of large-scale commercial sites, from department stores, superstores, and speciality shops to hotels. This new cityscape, with its seaside sightseeing spots, pier, and pedestrian bridge so perfectly suited to its Kobe surroundings, has gained growing popularity among local residents as well as fans of Kobe from around the world
Shopping
America Village
2 Chome-11-Nishishinsaibashi Chuo WardThere are many clothe shops.
Daimaru Shinsaibashi
1-chōme-7-1 ShinsaibashisujiIt is a big shopping mall.
Entertainment & Activities
Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaUniversal Studio Japan
Enjoy it all day.
Kaiyukan Hall
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriOsaka aquarium
There is the biggest aquarium in the world.
Osaka Tennoji Zoo
1-108 ChausuyamachōTennoji zoo!!
Hirakata Park
1-1 HirakatakōenchōHirakata amusement park!!
Nagai Stadium
1-1 NagaikōenSoccer games are held there.
Kishiwada Port Festival fireworks display 2017
•The date: Saturday, July 29, 2017
•Holding time: From 19:40 to 20:30
•Stormy weather cancellation (light wind and rain are held.) There is no postponement;).
•Traffic regulation: Available (vehicle approach is prohibited in around Jizohamachou, Kishiwada until from 18:00 to 22:00)
•A launching place: The opposite bank of one ward of Jizohamachou, Kishiwada-shi Hannan Konan quay
•A getting off station: South Coast Wada Station
岸和田港まつり花火大会2017
•開催日： 2017年 7月29日（土曜日）
•開催時間： 19：40 ～ 20：30
•荒天中止（軽い雨風なら開催されます。延期はありません。）
•交通規制：あり（18：00～22：00迄 岸和田地蔵浜町周辺は車両進入禁止）
•打ち上げ場所： 岸和田市地蔵浜町阪南港南１区岸壁の対岸
•下車駅： 南海岸和田駅
Kishiwada Port Festival fireworks
55 locals recommend
花火大会会場
Kishiwada Port Festival fireworks display 2017
•The date: Saturday, July 29, 2017
•Holding time: From 19:40 to 20:30
•Stormy weather cancellation (light wind and rain are held.) There is no postponement;).
•Traffic regulation: Available (vehicle approach is prohibited in around Jizohamachou, Kishiwada until from 18:00 to 22:00)
•A launching place: The opposite bank of one ward of Jizohamachou, Kishiwada-shi Hannan Konan quay
•A getting off station: South Coast Wada Station
岸和田港まつり花火大会2017
•開催日： 2017年 7月29日（土曜日）
•開催時間： 19：40 ～ 20：30
•荒天中止（軽い雨風なら開催されます。延期はありません。）
•交通規制：あり（18：00～22：00迄 岸和田地蔵浜町周辺は車両進入禁止）
•打ち上げ場所： 岸和田市地蔵浜町阪南港南１区岸壁の対岸
•下車駅： 南海岸和田駅
Kishiwada Port Festival fireworks
Ninja Cruise URL: http://ninja-cruise.com/
“Ninja Cruise” is an Osaka sightseeing tour, where passengers can dress in ninja costumes and enjoy the view of the Water Metropolis from the river.
Schedule : ★From June 3rd to November 28th
Operation: Saturday&Sunday/（1）10:00am, Monday&Tuesday/（4）2:30pm
We will operate with more than 3 people.
Please arrive at the dock at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
*Operations may be canceled depending on weather and water conditions.
*The departure time may be delayed due to weather or boarding procedures.
Price :
Adult : 4,500 yen Child : 3,500 yen
*Children : 2 years old or older up to the age of a sixth grader
59 locals recommend
忍者船 Ninja Cruise
Ninja Cruise URL: http://ninja-cruise.com/
“Ninja Cruise” is an Osaka sightseeing tour, where passengers can dress in ninja costumes and enjoy the view of the Water Metropolis from the river.
Schedule : ★From June 3rd to November 28th
Operation: Saturday&Sunday/（1）10:00am, Monday&Tuesday/（4）2:30pm
We will operate with more than 3 people.
Please arrive at the dock at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
*Operations may be canceled depending on weather and water conditions.
*The departure time may be delayed due to weather or boarding procedures.
Price :
Adult : 4,500 yen Child : 3,500 yen
*Children : 2 years old or older up to the age of a sixth grader
Yao Kawachi Ondo festival
The site: Kyuhoji green tract of land (featuring athletic stadium and rubber-ball baseball place).
Access: The nearest station is JR Kyuhoji station: about 10 minutes walk to north, or Kintetu Kyuhojiguchi station: about 15 minutes walk to south.
A period Saturday, September 9, 2017 and Sunday on the 10th.
10:00-20:30
The charge Free.
Inquiry Yao Kawachi Ondo festival promotion association
072-994-5741
URL: http://www.yaokawachiondo.com/
50 locals recommend
Kyuhouji Green Space
323 Nishikyūhōji
Yao Kawachi Ondo festival
The site: Kyuhoji green tract of land (featuring athletic stadium and rubber-ball baseball place).
Access: The nearest station is JR Kyuhoji station: about 10 minutes walk to north, or Kintetu Kyuhojiguchi station: about 15 minutes walk to south.
A period Saturday, September 9, 2017 and Sunday on the 10th.
10:00-20:30
The charge Free.
Inquiry Yao Kawachi Ondo festival promotion association
072-994-5741
URL: http://www.yaokawachiondo.com/
Would you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don`t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet.
Package included with dressing: ￥9000
Suggested duration: 1~2 hours
Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday, 12:00pm~5:00pm
65 locals recommend
写真スタジオ プラザアイ
3-chōme-3-10 MinamisenbaWould you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don`t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet.
Package included with dressing: ￥9000
Suggested duration: 1~2 hours
Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday, 12:00pm~5:00pm