Osaka Hotels

The kitchen of the world, a city of laughter and gourmet food

Osaka Castle and garden pond

The kitchen of the world, a city of laughter and gourmet food

Osaka, which flourished as a merchant town, is known as a city of gourmets, where you can enjoy everything from B-grade gourmet food like takoyaki and okonomiyaki to high-end cuisine. It is also a vibrant city, a center of comedy culture.

見どころ・観光スポット

Osaka Castle

This famous castle was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The view from the castle tower is spectacular, and the cherry blossoms in spring are also spectacular.

ベストシーズン：Spring (cherry blossoms) and Autumn

Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi

This downtown area is famous for its Glico sign. Enjoy eating takoyaki, kushikatsu, and other foods while walking around.

ベストシーズン：All year round

Universal Studios Japan

A theme park where you can experience the world of Hollywood movies. The Harry Potter area is extremely popular.

ベストシーズン：All year round

Tsutenkaku/Shinsekai

Shinsekai is home to Tsutenkaku, the symbol of Osaka, and is the birthplace of kushikatsu. This area is full of old-fashioned downtown atmosphere.

ベストシーズン：All year round

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

This is the head shrine of the approximately 2,300 Sumiyoshi shrines across the country. It is the Kansai region's largest shrine for the number of first shrine visits of the year.

ベストシーズン：All year round

Tempozan and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

One of the world's largest aquariums. The highlight is the huge tank where whale sharks swim.

ベストシーズン：All year round

今の季節のおすすめ（winter）

December-February

🌸季節の見どころ

・Midosuji illuminations
・Osaka Castle Illumination
・New Year's visit (Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine)

🎉イベント・祭り

・Osaka Festival of Lights (December-January)
・Toka Ebisu Festival (Imamiya Ebisu Shrine, January)
・Setsubun Festival (at each shrine)

🍜旬のグルメ

・Tetchiri (blowfish hotpot)
・Crab dishes
・Oden

💡 旅のヒント：This is the season when illuminations are beautiful. There are plenty of indoor facilities so you can enjoy it even on cold days.

アクセス情報

It takes about 30-45 minutes by train from Kansai International Airport to downtown Osaka. The JR Osaka Loop Line provides easy access to major destinations. The subway network is also extensive.

旅のヒント

✓Use the Osaka Amazing Pass to save money on sightseeing spots
✓The taste of takoyaki varies depending on the store, so we recommend trying them all.
✓Bargaining is part of the shopping district culture
✓Subway and private railways are complicated, so a transfer guide app is essential
✓Stand on the right side of the escalator (opposite from Tokyo)