Higashi Ward
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites 1Day Bus Tour
Osaka: Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko 1-Day Bus Tour
Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha
Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Higashi Ward
Abeno
Abeno is well-liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Q's Mall and Abeno Harukas are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Nishitanabe Station or Minami-Tanabe Station to get around.
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Tennoji
Major railway hub in southern Osaka, Tennōji boasts shopping streets like Abenobashisuji and centers such as Mio and Kintetsu Department Store. Explore Shitennō-ji temple, Tennōji Park, and the iconic Tsutenkaku tower in Shinsekai district.
Namba
Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Naniwa
Enjoy the popular shops in Naniwa. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more of Osaka.
Minami
Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Tombori River Walk. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.
- Places of interest
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- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Nara Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Osaka University
- Shinsaibashi-suji
- Osaka Castle Park
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Nara Kenko Land
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Abeno Harukas
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Namba Parks