Th heart of Osaka's nightlife:

Namba Yasaka Jinja.: A unique shrine featuring a giant lion head. Ebisu Bashi-Suji Shopping Street: A covered arcade with endless shops & souvenirs. Dotonbori & Ebisu Bashi: Osaka’s famous neon-lit canal area. Don’t forget to take a photo with the Glico Running Man sign! Hozenji Yokocho & Hozenji Temple: A hidden gem traditional alleyway with old izakayas & a moss-covered Buddha. Kuromon Market 🍣🍢 – Known as "Osaka's Kitchen," this lively market is a must-visit for street food lovers. Try fresh sushi, grilled seafood, wagyu skewers, and seasonal treats.

A covered arcade with endless shops & souvenirs.

Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street in Osaka is a bustling retail paradise that has been drawing crowds since the Edo period. Spanning eight blocks and roughly 600 meters long, this covered arcade is a must-visit for shopaholics. From traditional kimono shops to modern boutiques, you can shop 'til you drop while experiencing Japan's love for consumer retail. Don't forget to take a break at the neon-lit Dotonbori Bridge nearby for a taste of Osaka's vibrant atmosphere. So, grab your wallet and get ready for a shopping adventure at Shinsaibashi-Suji!

A 10-minute walk from Abeno Harukas brings you to Shinsekai, a retro district inspired by Paris & New York in the early 1900s. Here, you'll find:

Tsutenkaku Tower 🗼: Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, it offers multiple observation decks (88m high) with 360° city views. Billiken Shrine: Touch Billiken's feet for good luck. Historical Exhibits & Souvenir Shops. Kushikatsu Street Food: Try deep-fried skewers of meat & vegetables, Osaka's specialty. 💰 Entrance Fee: Observation Decks: 900 JPY | Tower Slider: 1,000 JPY ⏳ Visit Duration: 1 - 1.5 hours

Abeno Haruka 

Just 15 minutes by train or 10 minutes by taxi, head to Abeno Harukas, the tallest building in Japan. The Harukas 300 Observatory offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

💰 Entrance Fee: 1,500 JPY (Observatory) | Free access to certain floors ⏳ Visit Duration: 30 min - 1 hour

Umeda Area
Best for shopping & transport connections, less touristy but can be a maze to navigate.

Osaka Shinkansen Station, great area to stay for early shinkansen.

Shin-Osaka Station is a major railway hub in Osaka, Japan, serving as the western terminus of the Tōkaidō Shinkansen line from Tokyo and the eastern terminus of the San'yō Shinkansen. Located about 3 km from Ōsaka Station, it was built in 1964 to avoid running Shinkansen lines into the city center. With convenient connections to other stations via the JR Kyoto Line and subway Midōsuji Line, Shin-Osaka Station is a bustling interchange point for travelers heading in and out of Osaka.

A 15-minute walk leads you to Den Den Town, Osaka’s answer to Akihabara. This is the paradise for anime, gaming & tech lovers:

Animate Osaka Nipponbashi: The biggest anime goods store in the area. Retro gaming & second-hand stores. Otaku cafes & themed shops. 💰 Free to explore (but budget for shopping!) ⏳ Visit Duration: 30 min - 1 hour