Osaka
Japan's kitchen and entertainment capital, famous for its food culture and Universal Studios.
About Osaka
Japan's kitchen and entertainment capital, famous for its food culture and Universal Studios.
Must-See Highlights
- Dotonbori District
- Osaka Castle
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Shinsaibashi Shopping Street
- Tempozan Ferris Wheel
Popular Attractions
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Umeda Sky Building
- Tennoji Zoo
- Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
- Osaka Museum of History
- Namba Grand Kagetsu
Photo Gallery
Dotonbori District
Osaka Castle
Universal Studios
Kuromon Market
Umeda Sky Building
Tempozan Ferris Wheel
Culture & Traditions
Osaka comedy (manzai)
Bunraku puppet theater
Traditional festivals
Street food culture
Karaoke and entertainment
Local dialect learning
Local Cuisine
Takoyaki (octopus balls)
Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes)
Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers)
Ramen variations
Sushi and sashimi
Street food in Dotonbori
Shopping & Souvenirs
Shinsaibashi shopping district
Dotonbori entertainment area
Umeda department stores
Namba Parks mall
Kuromon Ichiba market
Tennoji Mio shopping center
Practical Information
Transportation
Extensive subway network, JR trains, and buses. Osaka is well-connected to other cities via Shinkansen.
Accommodation
Luxury hotels in Umeda, budget options in Namba, and traditional ryokans throughout the city.