Visit Naka Ward
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
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour
Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
Naka Ward Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Naka Ward
Abeno
Abeno is well-liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Abeno Harukas and Abeno Seimei Shrine 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.
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.
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).
Minato
You might enjoy the shopping while in Minato. Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Asashiobashi Station or Bentencho Station to see more of the city.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Umeda Sky Building
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Port of Kobe
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Abeno Harukas
- Shinsaibashi-suji
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
- Osaka Castle Park
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Namba Yasaka Shrine
- Namba Parks