Guidebook for Chūō-ku, Ōsaka-shi

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Guidebook for Chūō-ku, Ōsaka-shi

Food Scene

Deliciouse cake!! Here is Umeda. おいしい大阪梅田のケーキ屋! 맛 있는 오사카 우메다 케이크가 게! 大阪梅田美味蛋糕店 ! 大阪梅田美味蛋糕店
36 locals recommend
Qu'il fait bon
4-20 Ōfukachō
36 locals recommend
Deliciouse cake!! Here is Umeda. おいしい大阪梅田のケーキ屋! 맛 있는 오사카 우메다 케이크가 게! 大阪梅田美味蛋糕店 ! 大阪梅田美味蛋糕店
This restaurant is so cheep. and you can eat japanese traditional food or Osaka soul food Here is Nipponbashi 니혼바시에 있는 일본 전통 가정 요리 전문점. 日本橋統家常菜是日本橋店。 日本桥统家常菜是日本桥店
73 locals recommend
Maido-okini-shokudo Naniwa-Nippombashi-shokudo
1-chōme-17-20 Nipponbashi
73 locals recommend
This restaurant is so cheep. and you can eat japanese traditional food or Osaka soul food Here is Nipponbashi 니혼바시에 있는 일본 전통 가정 요리 전문점. 日本橋統家常菜是日本橋店。 日本桥统家常菜是日本桥店
This is little unusual "Takoyaki" stand-up style meal. You can eat right away in here! Please enjoy this :)
107 locals recommend
Hanadako
9-16 Kakudachō
107 locals recommend
This is little unusual "Takoyaki" stand-up style meal. You can eat right away in here! Please enjoy this :)
This is "Japanese noodles" restaurant. The price is reasonable . So please try this.
42 locals recommend
Yosuko Ramen sohonten
17-1 Dōyamachō
42 locals recommend
This is "Japanese noodles" restaurant. The price is reasonable . So please try this.
This is famous " Sio Japanese noodle" restaurant! The taste is really light. But the restaurant is always a long line.
55 locals recommend
Nishinakajima Shiogensui
3-chōme-6-24 Kikawahigashi
55 locals recommend
This is famous " Sio Japanese noodle" restaurant! The taste is really light. But the restaurant is always a long line.
This is "Negiyaki" restaurant ! But the restaurant is famous so I recommend you do reservation before entrance.
277 locals recommend
福太郎
2-chōme-3-17 Sennichimae
277 locals recommend
This is "Negiyaki" restaurant ! But the restaurant is famous so I recommend you do reservation before entrance.
This is "Kushikatsu" restaurant! Here feature is " manager's recommendation" This is change the menu every month. So I don't get bored with the restaurant!!
52 locals recommend
Yoneya Umeda head office
52 locals recommend
This is "Kushikatsu" restaurant! Here feature is " manager's recommendation" This is change the menu every month. So I don't get bored with the restaurant!!
This is "Udon" restaurant since 1946. It has been loved by many kind of people! Please enjoy this meal :)
64 locals recommend
Dotombori Imai
64 locals recommend
This is "Udon" restaurant since 1946. It has been loved by many kind of people! Please enjoy this meal :)
This is famous "Fried chicken" food stall. The stall use chicken of low calorie. So it is also popular with women.
61 locals recommend
Kinnotorikara Nambaebisubashi
1-chōme-5-12 Nanba
61 locals recommend
This is famous "Fried chicken" food stall. The stall use chicken of low calorie. So it is also popular with women.
This is a cafeteria . but the difference between this cafe and others is to be served meals considering health. I like it :)
48 locals recommend
RIVER CAFE
1-chōme-1-3 Shibata
48 locals recommend
This is a cafeteria . but the difference between this cafe and others is to be served meals considering health. I like it :)
This is "Yakitori" Japanese style bar. My recommend is "Kumano-tamagokakegohan".
40 locals recommend
熊の焼鳥
6-chōme-3-26 Tenjinbashi
40 locals recommend
This is "Yakitori" Japanese style bar. My recommend is "Kumano-tamagokakegohan".
601 locals recommend
Kani Doraku Dotombori Honten
1-chōme-6-18 Dōtonbori
601 locals recommend
At PABLO, a cake shop that originated in Osaka, they bake their cheese cakes for their customers, either rare or medium, not unlike customers ordering steaks in a restaurant. For those who like that melt in your mouth sensation we recommend rare, and for those who like a fluffy texture and a nice aroma, medium is your best choice.
179 locals recommend
Pablo
5-chōme-1-60 Nanba
179 locals recommend
At PABLO, a cake shop that originated in Osaka, they bake their cheese cakes for their customers, either rare or medium, not unlike customers ordering steaks in a restaurant. For those who like that melt in your mouth sensation we recommend rare, and for those who like a fluffy texture and a nice aroma, medium is your best choice.
This is Yakiniku (Korean BBQ) restaurant. The price is very nice for all you can eat for 90 min. and if you want also all you can drink. It's very popular so you need to call for a reservation.
168 locals recommend
298 Umeda
10-2 Dōyamachō
168 locals recommend
This is Yakiniku (Korean BBQ) restaurant. The price is very nice for all you can eat for 90 min. and if you want also all you can drink. It's very popular so you need to call for a reservation.
You don't have to go to Tsukiji in Tokyo for the freshest Sushi, we have Endo sushi right here is Osaka! Located at the main wholesale fish market go there early in the morning to make sure you get the freshest stuff!
101 locals recommend
Endo Sushi
1-chōme-1-86 Noda
101 locals recommend
You don't have to go to Tsukiji in Tokyo for the freshest Sushi, we have Endo sushi right here is Osaka! Located at the main wholesale fish market go there early in the morning to make sure you get the freshest stuff!
Who doesn't love chicken? This reasonably priced restaurant specializes in chicken cooked in every way possible; fried, grilled, on skewers, you name it! Everything on the menu is only 280 Yen so it's easy to understand and a fun, cheap place to go for dinner or drinks. English menu available. They have many different locations in Osaka, look for the yellow and red sign outside.
136 locals recommend
Torikizoku Kintetsu Nippombashi
1-chōme-21-20 Nipponbashi
136 locals recommend
Who doesn't love chicken? This reasonably priced restaurant specializes in chicken cooked in every way possible; fried, grilled, on skewers, you name it! Everything on the menu is only 280 Yen so it's easy to understand and a fun, cheap place to go for dinner or drinks. English menu available. They have many different locations in Osaka, look for the yellow and red sign outside.
Real Napolitana Pizza with a Japanese twist. This restaurant only has counter seats and you order by buying a meal-ticket from the vending machine at the entrance. Some of the best pizza in Osaka and at a very reasonable price too. Also good for take-out.
61 locals recommend
ピッツェリア ダ ティグレ
1-chōme-18-13 Shinmachi
61 locals recommend
Real Napolitana Pizza with a Japanese twist. This restaurant only has counter seats and you order by buying a meal-ticket from the vending machine at the entrance. Some of the best pizza in Osaka and at a very reasonable price too. Also good for take-out.
Okonomiyaki! Monjayaki!
171 locals recommend
Teppanyaki Dotombori Osaka honten
1-chōme-6-20 Nanba
171 locals recommend
Okonomiyaki! Monjayaki!
Surrounded by flowers, herb garden is ensconced in the mountain above the picturesque port city of Kobe. Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens are Japan’s largest herb gardens with about 75,000 herbs and flowers of about 200 kinds blooming throughout the year. There are 14 garden areas where visitors are welcomed by seasonal herbs and flowers arranged according to different themes.
83 locals recommend
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
1-chōme-4-3 Kitanochō
83 locals recommend
Surrounded by flowers, herb garden is ensconced in the mountain above the picturesque port city of Kobe. Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens are Japan’s largest herb gardens with about 75,000 herbs and flowers of about 200 kinds blooming throughout the year. There are 14 garden areas where visitors are welcomed by seasonal herbs and flowers arranged according to different themes.
This is a famous "Udon" restaurant . The restaurant is committed to many things. So please, try it.
57 locals recommend
Marugame Seimen Kitashinsaibashi
3-chōme-8-14 Minamisenba
57 locals recommend
This is a famous "Udon" restaurant . The restaurant is committed to many things. So please, try it.
This is one of the best beef in the world that you can’t miss when you visit Kobe. Kobe beef comes from Tajima strain of wage castle in Hyogo prefecture. Kobe beef can be served as shabu-shabu, teppanyaki, Sashimi, sukiyaki and steak.
38 locals recommend
Kobe beef steak
2-chōme-1-17 Shimoyamatedōri
38 locals recommend
This is one of the best beef in the world that you can’t miss when you visit Kobe. Kobe beef comes from Tajima strain of wage castle in Hyogo prefecture. Kobe beef can be served as shabu-shabu, teppanyaki, Sashimi, sukiyaki and steak.
The restaurant is the most famous Kushikatsu restaurant. The restaurant here has a lot of proud to use good ingredients. So if Osaka tourism is the first time, please try it. And please be careful no double dipping in the sauce.
279 locals recommend
Kushikatsu Daruma Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-6-8 Ebisuhigashi
279 locals recommend
The restaurant is the most famous Kushikatsu restaurant. The restaurant here has a lot of proud to use good ingredients. So if Osaka tourism is the first time, please try it. And please be careful no double dipping in the sauce.
A historical restaurant working since 1936. People who are finding Japanese traditional taste, this place is right for them. Very beautiful and quite place. lunch time: 11:30am~3:30pm Dinner time: 5:30pm~11:00pm(last order 10:00pm)
87 locals recommend
SANGEN
87 locals recommend
A historical restaurant working since 1936. People who are finding Japanese traditional taste, this place is right for them. Very beautiful and quite place. lunch time: 11:30am~3:30pm Dinner time: 5:30pm~11:00pm(last order 10:00pm)
Riverside Terrace Nakanoshima PLACE: Nakanoshima Park Price: about5,000YEN~6,000YEN Open Season: August 1st~October 31st Open Time: 12:00~23:00 (9:00~23:00 on Sat & Sun) Reservation: No need to take a reservation Contact: TEL 06-6130-5489 リバーサイドテラス中之島
38 locals recommend
RIVERSIDE TERRACE
38 locals recommend
Riverside Terrace Nakanoshima PLACE: Nakanoshima Park Price: about5,000YEN~6,000YEN Open Season: August 1st~October 31st Open Time: 12:00~23:00 (9:00~23:00 on Sat & Sun) Reservation: No need to take a reservation Contact: TEL 06-6130-5489 リバーサイドテラス中之島

Drinks & Nightlife

here is popular night club Here is Namba.這裡是受歡迎的夜總會 這裡是難波여기에 인기있는 나이트 클럽입니다 여기 난바입니다ここでは人気のナンバのナイトクラブです这里是受欢迎的夜总会 这里是难波
768 locals recommend
Giraffe Osaka
7-9 Souemonchō
768 locals recommend
here is popular night club Here is Namba.這裡是受歡迎的夜總會 這裡是難波여기에 인기있는 나이트 클럽입니다 여기 난바입니다ここでは人気のナンバのナイトクラブです这里是受欢迎的夜总会 这里是难波
Osaka Night club
75 locals recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Osaka
3-6-南本町 中央区
75 locals recommend
Osaka Night club
here is popular night club Here is Namba.這裡是受歡迎的夜總會 這裡是難波여기에 인기있는 나이트 클럽입니다 여기 난바입니다ここでは人気のナンバのナイトクラブです这里是受欢迎的夜总会 这里是难波
95 locals recommend
Osaka Club Ammona
2-chōme-3-22 Higashishinsaibashi
95 locals recommend
here is popular night club Here is Namba.這裡是受歡迎的夜總會 這裡是難波여기에 인기있는 나이트 클럽입니다 여기 난바입니다ここでは人気のナンバのナイトクラブです这里是受欢迎的夜总会 这里是难波
You can enjoy drinking on the roof top. There is a pool.
89 locals recommend
Rooftop Bar OO
2-chōme-3-28 Dōtonbori
89 locals recommend
You can enjoy drinking on the roof top. There is a pool.
The theme is Showa era. Showa era is more than 30 years ago. It is very interesting bar. I want you to feel the charm of Showa era. I didn't live in Showa era, but I was attracted.
62 locals recommend
Hanbe Umedahankyuhigashidori
2-11 Dōyamachō
62 locals recommend
The theme is Showa era. Showa era is more than 30 years ago. It is very interesting bar. I want you to feel the charm of Showa era. I didn't live in Showa era, but I was attracted.
You can enjoy not only drinking but also watching soccer games.
425 locals recommend
HUB Shinsaibashi
2-chōme-6-14 Shinsaibashisuji
425 locals recommend
You can enjoy not only drinking but also watching soccer games.
It’s an interesting Literature Bar and food court where their guest become a real reader. One can find famous writer; like Gengetsu`s books/novels while sip a drink. You can drink and spend a quality time here. If you just want to read the books it is completely free of charge. Opening hours: 18:00~24:00 Fixed day off: Monday and Tuesday
49 locals recommend
Bar Liseur
4-chōme-11-9 Minamisenba
49 locals recommend
It’s an interesting Literature Bar and food court where their guest become a real reader. One can find famous writer; like Gengetsu`s books/novels while sip a drink. You can drink and spend a quality time here. If you just want to read the books it is completely free of charge. Opening hours: 18:00~24:00 Fixed day off: Monday and Tuesday

Sightseeing

Here is most famous street in Osaka!! Here is Dotonbori
357 locals recommend
Ebisu Bridge
Dōtonbori-1-chōme-6 Chuo Ward
357 locals recommend
Here is most famous street in Osaka!! Here is Dotonbori
It is Amazing view from here. You can see whole of Osaka city. Here is Umeda
1337 locals recommend
Umeda Sky Building
1-chōme-1-88 Ōyodonaka
1337 locals recommend
It is Amazing view from here. You can see whole of Osaka city. Here is Umeda
This is Osaka symbol. There is many Kushikatsu restaurant around here
2055 locals recommend
Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 Ebisuhigashi
2055 locals recommend
This is Osaka symbol. There is many Kushikatsu restaurant around here
The only area of its kind in Osaka, downtown Tsuruhashi is bustling with activity and a lively atmosphere. The area from here to Ikuno Ward has deep ties with Korea and is known as Korea town or the international market. Here, restaurants serving yakiniku (Asian barbecue) and other Korean foods stand side by side with kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and sushi vendors using only the freshest ingredients. Uehommachi, on the eastern edge of the Uemachi Plateau, is a historical area and also a convenient transportation hub connecting to Iseshima and Nara.
230 locals recommend
Tsuruhashi Station
2-1-20 鶴橋
230 locals recommend
The only area of its kind in Osaka, downtown Tsuruhashi is bustling with activity and a lively atmosphere. The area from here to Ikuno Ward has deep ties with Korea and is known as Korea town or the international market. Here, restaurants serving yakiniku (Asian barbecue) and other Korean foods stand side by side with kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and sushi vendors using only the freshest ingredients. Uehommachi, on the eastern edge of the Uemachi Plateau, is a historical area and also a convenient transportation hub connecting to Iseshima and Nara.
Osaka 's Mai - zu garbage disposal site. When I say the architecture of the world artist Hundertwasser, I can not say I will not introduce it here. It is neither an amusement park nor a love hotel. It is Osaka 's Mai - zu garbage disposal site. Towards the entrance of Mai zu (Mashima) reclaimed land in the west part of Osaka city. The theme park "USJ" is near, "It seems there are people who made a mistake. A strange coloring that red, yellow and black are mixed on the white outer wall. Structure that feels soft with curve. A red lightning pattern in a chimney says it imagines a flame of combustion.
60 locals recommend
高槻クリーンセンター
3-chōme-8-1 Maeshima
60 locals recommend
Osaka 's Mai - zu garbage disposal site. When I say the architecture of the world artist Hundertwasser, I can not say I will not introduce it here. It is neither an amusement park nor a love hotel. It is Osaka 's Mai - zu garbage disposal site. Towards the entrance of Mai zu (Mashima) reclaimed land in the west part of Osaka city. The theme park "USJ" is near, "It seems there are people who made a mistake. A strange coloring that red, yellow and black are mixed on the white outer wall. Structure that feels soft with curve. A red lightning pattern in a chimney says it imagines a flame of combustion.
Osaka castle In spring, you can enjoy sakura, blossom and hanami. In winter, you can enjoy seeing the Christmas lights.
1376 locals recommend
Osakajo
Osakajo Chuo Ward
1376 locals recommend
Osaka castle In spring, you can enjoy sakura, blossom and hanami. In winter, you can enjoy seeing the Christmas lights.
Dotonbori! You should visit there, if you want enjoy Osaka trip. There are many restaurants and shops.
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo Ward
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori! You should visit there, if you want enjoy Osaka trip. There are many restaurants and shops.
It is the most famous shrine in Kyoto. Many people go to pay a visit there on New Year's day.
867 locals recommend
Yasaka Shrine
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa
867 locals recommend
It is the most famous shrine in Kyoto. Many people go to pay a visit there on New Year's day.
Kobe Port Tower Famous as a symbol of Kobe, the Kobe Port Tower is a 108 m-high landmark tower located in Meriken Park. The world’s first building to feature a pipe structure, it was nicknamed the Steel Tower Beauty as a result of its unique structure and shape, reminiscent of an elongated Japanese drum, and was awarded a prize by the Architectural Institute of Japan in 1963
10 locals recommend
(株)住友倉庫 神戸支店ポートアイランド営業所国際流通センター
8-chōme-2-1 Minatojima
10 locals recommend
Kobe Port Tower Famous as a symbol of Kobe, the Kobe Port Tower is a 108 m-high landmark tower located in Meriken Park. The world’s first building to feature a pipe structure, it was nicknamed the Steel Tower Beauty as a result of its unique structure and shape, reminiscent of an elongated Japanese drum, and was awarded a prize by the Architectural Institute of Japan in 1963 
One of the landmarks in the Umeda district of Osaka. HEP FIVE is a shopping mall focused mainly on fashion. On the roof of the building is a large, red ferris wheel from which you can see the whole of the city. In the evening, you can enjoy the romantic night scenery, which has made HEP FIVE a popular date spot. Address: 5-15 Kakutacho Kitaku Osaka-shi
197 locals recommend
Hep Five Ferris Wheel
5-15 Kakudachō
197 locals recommend
One of the landmarks in the Umeda district of Osaka. HEP FIVE is a shopping mall focused mainly on fashion. On the roof of the building is a large, red ferris wheel from which you can see the whole of the city. In the evening, you can enjoy the romantic night scenery, which has made HEP FIVE a popular date spot. Address: 5-15 Kakutacho Kitaku Osaka-shi
 Studio Plaza Ai Would you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don’t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet. Package included with dressing: 9000 Suggested duration: 1~2 hours Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday: 12:00pm~5:00pm
17 locals recommend
Hotel Nikko Osaka
1-chōme-3-3 Nishishinsaibashi
17 locals recommend
 Studio Plaza Ai Would you like to take picture with Japanese kimono? Osaka is one of the historical city of Japan. When you are in Osaka trip, don’t miss to wear kimono. You can make an appointment on internet. Package included with dressing: 9000 Suggested duration: 1~2 hours Opening hour: Thursday~Tuesday: 12:00pm~5:00pm
日本橋ストリートフェスタ2018 開催地: 日本橋筋商店街、でんでんタウンなど 開催期間: 2018年3月18日(日)12:00~15:00 ※記載の開催時間は路上開放時間です。(堺筋の道路規制は11時~) ※開催時間は一部沿道イベントなど異なる場合がございます。 ※荒天中止、小雨決行 料金: 無料 お問い合わせ先: 日本橋ストリートフェスタ運営委員会 06-6655-1717
56 locals recommend
Nipponbashi
56 locals recommend
日本橋ストリートフェスタ2018 開催地: 日本橋筋商店街、でんでんタウンなど 開催期間: 2018年3月18日(日)12:00~15:00 ※記載の開催時間は路上開放時間です。(堺筋の道路規制は11時~) ※開催時間は一部沿道イベントなど異なる場合がございます。 ※荒天中止、小雨決行 料金: 無料 お問い合わせ先: 日本橋ストリートフェスタ運営委員会 06-6655-1717

Parks & Nature

It is good for Pocket monster go!!hehe Osaka famous Pocket monster go spot
192 locals recommend
Ogimachi Park
1-chōme-1-21 Ōgimachi
192 locals recommend
It is good for Pocket monster go!!hehe Osaka famous Pocket monster go spot
Osaka casle
3465 locals recommend
Osaka Castle Park
Ōsakajō-1 Chuo Ward
3465 locals recommend
Osaka casle
Situated a stone’s throw from the bustling shopping district of Dotonbori is Hozenji Yokocho, an alleyway preserved in the style of 17th-19th century Imperial Japan. Step back in history to the Edo period by visiting this historical alley, which is filled with restaurants serving Japanese fare, and izakayas (traditional Japanese taverns). Also in Hozenji Yokocho is the statue of the spirit Fudomyoo, its moss-covered appearance is the result of visitors pouring water over it as a cleansing act.
212 locals recommend
Hosen-ji Temple
212 locals recommend
Situated a stone’s throw from the bustling shopping district of Dotonbori is Hozenji Yokocho, an alleyway preserved in the style of 17th-19th century Imperial Japan. Step back in history to the Edo period by visiting this historical alley, which is filled with restaurants serving Japanese fare, and izakayas (traditional Japanese taverns). Also in Hozenji Yokocho is the statue of the spirit Fudomyoo, its moss-covered appearance is the result of visitors pouring water over it as a cleansing act.
It’s Sakura season! That means the beautiful cherry blossoms are in full bloom or will be soon and the entire city flocks to parks and rivers with their co-workers or friends to drink, chat, eat, and of course look at the pretty flowers! I recommend Sakura-no-miya Park where you can walk along the river and see many trees. Also good at night when there are various street food vendors to be found.
49 locals recommend
Sakuranomiya Park
49 locals recommend
It’s Sakura season! That means the beautiful cherry blossoms are in full bloom or will be soon and the entire city flocks to parks and rivers with their co-workers or friends to drink, chat, eat, and of course look at the pretty flowers! I recommend Sakura-no-miya Park where you can walk along the river and see many trees. Also good at night when there are various street food vendors to be found.
Kinkaku-Ji Temple or the Golden Pavilion Kinkaku-ji (金閣寺 literally "Temple of the Golden Pavilion"), officially named Rokuon-ji (鹿苑寺 Literally "Deer Garden Temple"), is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most popular buildings in Japan, attracting a large number of visitors annually. It is designated as a National Special Historic Site and a National Special Landscape, and it is one of 17 locations making up the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto which are World Heritage Sites.
1389 locals recommend
Kinkaku-ji
Kinkakujichō
1389 locals recommend
Kinkaku-Ji Temple or the Golden Pavilion Kinkaku-ji (金閣寺 literally "Temple of the Golden Pavilion"), officially named Rokuon-ji (鹿苑寺 Literally "Deer Garden Temple"), is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most popular buildings in Japan, attracting a large number of visitors annually. It is designated as a National Special Historic Site and a National Special Landscape, and it is one of 17 locations making up the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto which are World Heritage Sites.
One of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto. Founded in AD 711 and dedicated to the goddess of rice-growing, Ukanomitama-no-mikoto, the shrine is still frequented by merchants and tradesmen who pray for prosperity. The main building dates from 1499 and features a spectacular four-kilometer-long avenue of bright orange "torii," or arches, each dedicated by a business (it takes some two-hours to travel past the 32,000 arches lining the route). Also notable are its many sculptures of foxes, reputed to be messengers of the gods. Hot Tip: Fortify yourself with the purchase of traditional Japanese fortune cookies from the shops and stands at the shrin
1229 locals recommend
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō
1229 locals recommend
One of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto. Founded in AD 711 and dedicated to the goddess of rice-growing, Ukanomitama-no-mikoto, the shrine is still frequented by merchants and tradesmen who pray for prosperity. The main building dates from 1499 and features a spectacular four-kilometer-long avenue of bright orange "torii," or arches, each dedicated by a business (it takes some two-hours to travel past the 32,000 arches lining the route). Also notable are its many sculptures of foxes, reputed to be messengers of the gods. Hot Tip: Fortify yourself with the purchase of traditional Japanese fortune cookies from the shops and stands at the shrin
Surrounded by the hills of central Honshu, Kyoto is one of Japan's largest cities and the educational hub of western Japan with several universities and higher educational establishments. Although one of Japan's great tourist destinations, it has managed to preserve much of the atmosphere of the past, having been the only major Japanese city to escape the devastation of WWII. Famous as the residence of the emperor and Japan's principal cultural center for almost 1,100 years, Kyoto today boasts numerous fine examples of sculptures, paintings, and other art forms in its many museums and galleries. The city is also home to centuries-old architecture, much of it influenced by Buddhism and found
1725 locals recommend
Nijo Castle
541 Nijōjōchō
1725 locals recommend
Surrounded by the hills of central Honshu, Kyoto is one of Japan's largest cities and the educational hub of western Japan with several universities and higher educational establishments. Although one of Japan's great tourist destinations, it has managed to preserve much of the atmosphere of the past, having been the only major Japanese city to escape the devastation of WWII. Famous as the residence of the emperor and Japan's principal cultural center for almost 1,100 years, Kyoto today boasts numerous fine examples of sculptures, paintings, and other art forms in its many museums and galleries. The city is also home to centuries-old architecture, much of it influenced by Buddhism and found
In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city. Visitors can enjoy a delightful stroll to the temple along quaint Tea-pot Lane with its small shops and craft stores. Founded in AD 790 and dedicated to the 11-headed Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy whose statue can be seen here, the existing buildings were erected after 1633 in the period of the third Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu, and stand mainly on a rocky outcrop high above the Otowa Waterfall. Highlights include the large terrace of the Main Hall, built on 30-meter-tall pillars with five rows of cross-beams and used as a stage
1521 locals recommend
Kiyomizu-dera
1521 locals recommend
In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city. Visitors can enjoy a delightful stroll to the temple along quaint Tea-pot Lane with its small shops and craft stores. Founded in AD 790 and dedicated to the 11-headed Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy whose statue can be seen here, the existing buildings were erected after 1633 in the period of the third Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu, and stand mainly on a rocky outcrop high above the Otowa Waterfall. Highlights include the large terrace of the Main Hall, built on 30-meter-tall pillars with five rows of cross-beams and used as a stage
It it one of the famous large parks. You can play soccer, tennis, baseball, basketball and so on. In spring, you can enjoy hanami.
124 locals recommend
Expo '70 Pavillion
1-1 Senribanpakukōen
124 locals recommend
It it one of the famous large parks. You can play soccer, tennis, baseball, basketball and so on. In spring, you can enjoy hanami.
The original Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto-gosho), built in AD 794 and replaced several times after being destroyed by fire, remains one of the city's most visited historic sites. Although the present building was constructed in 1855, it still impresses. Occupying a large (once-walled) enclosure near the heart of the city, the palace includes highlights such as its finely decorated gates, along with a chance to see a number of the palace's most important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library. While the lovely grounds of this Kyoto landmark are open to the public, the p
990 locals recommend
Kyoto Imperial Palace
3 Kyōtogyoen
990 locals recommend
The original Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto-gosho), built in AD 794 and replaced several times after being destroyed by fire, remains one of the city's most visited historic sites. Although the present building was constructed in 1855, it still impresses. Occupying a large (once-walled) enclosure near the heart of the city, the palace includes highlights such as its finely decorated gates, along with a chance to see a number of the palace's most important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library. While the lovely grounds of this Kyoto landmark are open to the public, the p
Byodo-in temple, one of 17 World Cultural Heritage sites in Kyoto, has a typical Jodo-Shiki teien (Pure Land garden) that consists of Amida-do (Ho'o-do) hall and a pond. Amida-do, a national treasure, stands facing east on Naka-jima island in Aji-ike pond. The layout was designed so that ancient aristocrats can make bow from the east side of the pond toward Amida-do that represents Pure Land, or the western paradise. Inside of Amida-do are a figure of Amida-Nyorai (Amitabha Tathagata) and 51 smaller Buddhist images playing musical instruments. The primary and smaller images as well as the canopy above Amida-Nyorai are national treasures. The inner walls once were painted colorfully to repres
232 locals recommend
Byodoin
Uji
232 locals recommend
Byodo-in temple, one of 17 World Cultural Heritage sites in Kyoto, has a typical Jodo-Shiki teien (Pure Land garden) that consists of Amida-do (Ho'o-do) hall and a pond. Amida-do, a national treasure, stands facing east on Naka-jima island in Aji-ike pond. The layout was designed so that ancient aristocrats can make bow from the east side of the pond toward Amida-do that represents Pure Land, or the western paradise. Inside of Amida-do are a figure of Amida-Nyorai (Amitabha Tathagata) and 51 smaller Buddhist images playing musical instruments. The primary and smaller images as well as the canopy above Amida-Nyorai are national treasures. The inner walls once were painted colorfully to repres
Nara park It is the most famous park in Nara. You can enjoy with deer.
434 locals recommend
Nara Park
434 locals recommend
Nara park It is the most famous park in Nara. You can enjoy with deer.
It is a famous big park in Osaka. You can enjoy barbecue, camping and playing sports.
52 locals recommend
Ryokuchikoen
52 locals recommend
It is a famous big park in Osaka. You can enjoy barbecue, camping and playing sports.
Mount Rokko Mount Rokko is close to the cities of Osaka and Kobe and to the hot springs of Arima Onsen. From the top of Mt. Rokko one has a panoramic view of Osaka Bay or the wonderful night view over the city of Kobe. In every season Mt. Rokko offers a spectacle of nature, along with places for dining and shopping.
76 locals recommend
Mount Rokkō
76 locals recommend
Mount Rokko Mount Rokko is close to the cities of Osaka and Kobe and to the hot springs of Arima Onsen. From the top of Mt. Rokko one has a panoramic view of Osaka Bay or the wonderful night view over the city of Kobe. In every season Mt. Rokko offers a spectacle of nature, along with places for dining and shopping.
Escape the noise and stress of Osaka with this relaxing, 7-hour, private day trip exploring the mountains and hot springs near Kobe. Ride in your private luxury vehicle into this mountain escape, enjoying the views from on top of Mount Rokko, visiting the nearby Kobe Botanical Gardens and soaking your worries away at Arima Onsen hot springs.
197 locals recommend
Arima Onsen
Arimachō Kita Ward
197 locals recommend
Escape the noise and stress of Osaka with this relaxing, 7-hour, private day trip exploring the mountains and hot springs near Kobe. Ride in your private luxury vehicle into this mountain escape, enjoying the views from on top of Mount Rokko, visiting the nearby Kobe Botanical Gardens and soaking your worries away at Arima Onsen hot springs.
Nagai Park has facilities for enjoying sports and the outdoors, including Nagai Stadium, the well-known venue for the Osaka International Ladies Marathon held every winter, and the 2002 FIFA World Cup preliminary games.
213 locals recommend
Nagai Park
1-1 Nagaikōen
213 locals recommend
Nagai Park has facilities for enjoying sports and the outdoors, including Nagai Stadium, the well-known venue for the Osaka International Ladies Marathon held every winter, and the 2002 FIFA World Cup preliminary games.
Mount Shosha is a temple complex with a history of more than 1000 years. It is located at the edge of Himeji City, and can be accessed from the city by bus and ropeway. Due to the preservation of its surrounding and absence of modern infrastructure, Mount Shosha is often used to film for historical movies and TV dramas. One of the Hollywood movie "The Last Samurai" was also partially shot here, around and in the halls of Mitsunodo.
35 locals recommend
Mount Shosha Ropeway
1199-2 Shosha
35 locals recommend
Mount Shosha is a temple complex with a history of more than 1000 years. It is located at the edge of Himeji City, and can be accessed from the city by bus and ropeway. Due to the preservation of its surrounding and absence of modern infrastructure, Mount Shosha is often used to film for historical movies and TV dramas. One of the Hollywood movie "The Last Samurai" was also partially shot here, around and in the halls of Mitsunodo.

Arts & Culture

You can watch Japanese traditional show Here is Nipponbashi
1339 locals recommend
National Bunraku Theater
1-chōme-12-10 Nipponbashi
1339 locals recommend
You can watch Japanese traditional show Here is Nipponbashi
You can make your own noodle by yourself. It is special memory at Osaka!!
294 locals recommend
Cup Noodle Museum Osaka Ikeda
8-25 Masumichō
294 locals recommend
You can make your own noodle by yourself. It is special memory at Osaka!!
You can drink Whiskey free. I like here!! Osaka popular spot
149 locals recommend
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery
5-chōme-2-1 Yamazaki
149 locals recommend
You can drink Whiskey free. I like here!! Osaka popular spot
Kobe Harborland, a premier commercial and sightseeing destination. Kobe Harborland features an array of large-scale commercial sites, from department stores, superstores, and speciality shops to hotels. This new cityscape, with its seaside sightseeing spots, pier, and pedestrian bridge so perfectly suited to its Kobe surroundings, has gained growing popularity among local residents as well as fans of Kobe from around the world.
287 locals recommend
Kobe Harborland umie
1-chōme-7-2 Higashikawasakichō
287 locals recommend
Kobe Harborland, a premier commercial and sightseeing destination. Kobe Harborland features an array of large-scale commercial sites, from department stores, superstores, and speciality shops to hotels. This new cityscape, with its seaside sightseeing spots, pier, and pedestrian bridge so perfectly suited to its Kobe surroundings, has gained growing popularity among local residents as well as fans of Kobe from around the world.
Kifune Shrine is located among the hills of northern Kyoto. It is a shrine to the deities of water, and has recently been attracting attention as a power spot. In the winter, the shrine has a light-up event limited to days with snow. The snow-covered landscape that comes to light in these events is magical. Kifune Shrine usually has snow between ten and 15 days a year, so you'll be lucky if it the event happens during your visit! When the event is being held, it is announced on sites such as the shrine's official website and Facebook at 3:00 pm on the day.
196 locals recommend
Kifune Shrine
180 Kuramakibunechō
196 locals recommend
Kifune Shrine is located among the hills of northern Kyoto. It is a shrine to the deities of water, and has recently been attracting attention as a power spot. In the winter, the shrine has a light-up event limited to days with snow. The snow-covered landscape that comes to light in these events is magical. Kifune Shrine usually has snow between ten and 15 days a year, so you'll be lucky if it the event happens during your visit! When the event is being held, it is announced on sites such as the shrine's official website and Facebook at 3:00 pm on the day.
Hikone is a small city at the shores of Lake Biwa. It is famous for its castle. Hikone makes a pleasant 3-6 hour stop-over on a trip between Tokyo and Kyoto, or it could be just a side trip from Kyoto. Yume Kyobashi Castle Road located just outside Hikone Castle's outer moat, is a modern shopping street that has been recently redesigned to make it more castle-looking style with town houses from the Edo period with their white walls, black roofs and lattice doors. You can find boutiques, restaurants, cafes and even souvenir shops along the street.
223 locals recommend
Hikone Castle
1-1 Konkichō
223 locals recommend
Hikone is a small city at the shores of Lake Biwa. It is famous for its castle. Hikone makes a pleasant 3-6 hour stop-over on a trip between Tokyo and Kyoto, or it could be just a side trip from Kyoto. Yume Kyobashi Castle Road located just outside Hikone Castle's outer moat, is a modern shopping street that has been recently redesigned to make it more castle-looking style with town houses from the Edo period with their white walls, black roofs and lattice doors. You can find boutiques, restaurants, cafes and even souvenir shops along the street.

Shopping

It is good for shopping!! Here is Namba
360 locals recommend
Namba Marui
3-chōme-8-9 Nanba
360 locals recommend
It is good for shopping!! Here is Namba
Here is super convenient mall. You can buy all. It is good for Souvenir Here is Dotonbori
1472 locals recommend
Don Quijote Dotombori
7-13 Souemonchō
1472 locals recommend
Here is super convenient mall. You can buy all. It is good for Souvenir Here is Dotonbori
Here is famous Shopping Mall. You can go here on your foot. Here is Shinsaibashi
829 locals recommend
Takashimaya Osaka Store
5-chōme-1-5 Nanba
829 locals recommend
Here is famous Shopping Mall. You can go here on your foot. Here is Shinsaibashi
This is "Japanese shumai " gift shop. It is sooo delicious!!! I recommend here to buy gift for your friend ! Try this!
60 locals recommend
551 Horai JR Osaka Station shop
3-chōme-1-1 Umeda
60 locals recommend
This is "Japanese shumai " gift shop. It is sooo delicious!!! I recommend here to buy gift for your friend ! Try this!
This is a souvenir of Osaka. The name is "Tsukigesho". And the dough is very soft. Please try this.
38 locals recommend
青木松風庵 堺本店
1-chōme-1-21 Midorigaoka Minamimachi
38 locals recommend
This is a souvenir of Osaka. The name is "Tsukigesho". And the dough is very soft. Please try this.
EXPOCITY is located on a site spread out over approximately 172,000 ㎡ in front of Bampaku-kinen-koen Station on the Osaka Monorail close to central Osaka, and is a large-scale, mixed-use complex fusing entertainment and shopping centered around Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport EXPOCITY with eight large-scale entertainment facilities and 305 stores.
239 locals recommend
EXPOCITY
2-1 Senribanpakukōen
239 locals recommend
EXPOCITY is located on a site spread out over approximately 172,000 ㎡ in front of Bampaku-kinen-koen Station on the Osaka Monorail close to central Osaka, and is a large-scale, mixed-use complex fusing entertainment and shopping centered around Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport EXPOCITY with eight large-scale entertainment facilities and 305 stores.
store with rich variety of products in stock and furniture items on display. store with outlet furniture corner.
50 locals recommend
Nitori Shinsaibashi America Mura shop
2-chōme-9-28 Nishishinsaibashi
50 locals recommend
store with rich variety of products in stock and furniture items on display. store with outlet furniture corner.
ユニクロ は、「ユニクロ」の店・ブランド名で、実用(カジュアル)衣料品の生産販売を一括して展開する日本の会社である。 UNIQLO is a Japanese company that collectively develops production and sales of practical (casual) clothing items under the brand name "UNIQLO". There is sale and discounts on most of the weekend. You can do Tax-Free shopping here any time.
334 locals recommend
UNIQLO Shinsaibashi
1-chōme-2-17 Shinsaibashisuji
334 locals recommend
ユニクロ は、「ユニクロ」の店・ブランド名で、実用(カジュアル)衣料品の生産販売を一括して展開する日本の会社である。 UNIQLO is a Japanese company that collectively develops production and sales of practical (casual) clothing items under the brand name "UNIQLO". There is sale and discounts on most of the weekend. You can do Tax-Free shopping here any time.
Loft is a popular Japanese variety store that sells a wide range of fashionable household items and everyday necessities.They have an amazingly diverse range of products, from stationery and kitchen utensils to cosmetics, suitcases, furniture and ornaments. Everything is stylish and high quality here, which has made Loft the go-to store for many quality-conscious shoppers in Japan.
39 locals recommend
Tower Records Namba
12-22 Nanbasennichimae
39 locals recommend
Loft is a popular Japanese variety store that sells a wide range of fashionable household items and everyday necessities.They have an amazingly diverse range of products, from stationery and kitchen utensils to cosmetics, suitcases, furniture and ornaments. Everything is stylish and high quality here, which has made Loft the go-to store for many quality-conscious shoppers in Japan.
Lucua is located right next to Osaka station. Big mall with 11 floors, many shops and restaurants. Close to the tourist information center as well. You can find most of the local Japanese brand there. So if you wants a fashionable Japanese souvenir and unique pieces to add to your wardrobe, this place is for you. We actually enjoyed the non-clothing stores that sell stationery, trinkets and home stuff. You will get a view on Osaka from the park on the 10th or 11th floor.
47 locals recommend
Osaka Station 4 Building
47 locals recommend
Lucua is located right next to Osaka station. Big mall with 11 floors, many shops and restaurants. Close to the tourist information center as well. You can find most of the local Japanese brand there. So if you wants a fashionable Japanese souvenir and unique pieces to add to your wardrobe, this place is for you. We actually enjoyed the non-clothing stores that sell stationery, trinkets and home stuff. You will get a view on Osaka from the park on the 10th or 11th floor.
Denden Town Denden Town is the Akihabara of Osaka. It is a giant strip mall chocked full of electronic shops, bookstores, toy and collector goods stores, and even costume shops! You can find virtually anything in Denden Town, but it is most famous for its electronic shops. They have literally dozens of well-stocked electronic shops. If you want the newest and flashiest electronics, go no further. If you are looking for cheaper used electronics, If you are into anime or games, Denden Town is your dream place. There r many hobby shops that sell everything, from statues to costumes. also a popular area for Japan’s famous maid cafes. If you are a collector of anime goods, you will find here.
893 locals recommend
Osaka Nippombashi Denden Town
Nipponbashi-8-3-chōme Naniwa Ward
893 locals recommend
Denden Town Denden Town is the Akihabara of Osaka. It is a giant strip mall chocked full of electronic shops, bookstores, toy and collector goods stores, and even costume shops! You can find virtually anything in Denden Town, but it is most famous for its electronic shops. They have literally dozens of well-stocked electronic shops. If you want the newest and flashiest electronics, go no further. If you are looking for cheaper used electronics, If you are into anime or games, Denden Town is your dream place. There r many hobby shops that sell everything, from statues to costumes. also a popular area for Japan’s famous maid cafes. If you are a collector of anime goods, you will find here.
Amerikamura In the 70s, all the warehouses in this area were transformed to sell clothes, books, records and many secondhand items brought over from the West Coast in the States. The media picked up on the uniqueness of the area and thus Amerikamura (Amemura), meaning American Village, was born. In the daytime, Amemura is a fun place to shop around and by night, it’s full of people frequenting the many bars and nightclubs. The little area is located just minutes away from the large Shinsaibashi shopping arcade and it is a must see for everyone who loves to people watch.
543 locals recommend
スポタカ心斎橋BIGSTEP本店
1-chōme-6-14 Nishishinsaibashi
543 locals recommend
Amerikamura In the 70s, all the warehouses in this area were transformed to sell clothes, books, records and many secondhand items brought over from the West Coast in the States. The media picked up on the uniqueness of the area and thus Amerikamura (Amemura), meaning American Village, was born. In the daytime, Amemura is a fun place to shop around and by night, it’s full of people frequenting the many bars and nightclubs. The little area is located just minutes away from the large Shinsaibashi shopping arcade and it is a must see for everyone who loves to people watch.
Kuromon Market The Kuromon Ichiba market is well known for the freshness of its foods, catering to restaurants and households for over 190 years. Also known as Osaka’s Kitchen, this incredibly lively place is the main shopping area for fish, meat and vegetables. With the influx of tourists, there are plenty of restaurants serving fresh sushi, grilled fish, meat and shellfish. Other foods are served out of little stalls filling the market with mouth-watering aromas. Head over to the market, wander around and eat whatever entices you.
2932 locals recommend
Kuromon Market
Nipponbashi-1-chōme-16 Chuo Ward
2932 locals recommend
Kuromon Market The Kuromon Ichiba market is well known for the freshness of its foods, catering to restaurants and households for over 190 years. Also known as Osaka’s Kitchen, this incredibly lively place is the main shopping area for fish, meat and vegetables. With the influx of tourists, there are plenty of restaurants serving fresh sushi, grilled fish, meat and shellfish. Other foods are served out of little stalls filling the market with mouth-watering aromas. Head over to the market, wander around and eat whatever entices you.
Doton Plaza is a recently opened shopping mall at the east end of Dotonbori shopping street. It has many different shops and restaurants and is a nice one-stop destination to do all you shopping in one go.
50 locals recommend
K-Uno
2-chōme-15-10 Shimanouchi
50 locals recommend
Doton Plaza is a recently opened shopping mall at the east end of Dotonbori shopping street. It has many different shops and restaurants and is a nice one-stop destination to do all you shopping in one go.
It is a big shopping mall.
794 locals recommend
Daimaru Shinsaibashi
1-chōme-7-1 Shinsaibashisuji
794 locals recommend
It is a big shopping mall.
Namba Walk, stretching over 715m from east to west, lies with the Subway Midosuji Line Namba Station as the pivot and forms one extensive and straight shopping avenue, from the Subway Nippombashi Station on the east to the JR Namba Station on the west. The avenue, consisting of two aisles of the north street and the south street, is divided into three major zones. The five open spaces, such as "Whale Park", are areas for people to stay and enjoy, with symbolic monuments, and are used to host various seasonal events. The "Art Park" on 1st Avenue hosts the Chicago Gallery where people walking through the avenue can enjoy replicas, in the form of porcelain panel paintings, art works of Chicago.
324 locals recommend
Namba Walk
1 Chome-3-Sennichimae Chuo Ward
324 locals recommend
Namba Walk, stretching over 715m from east to west, lies with the Subway Midosuji Line Namba Station as the pivot and forms one extensive and straight shopping avenue, from the Subway Nippombashi Station on the east to the JR Namba Station on the west. The avenue, consisting of two aisles of the north street and the south street, is divided into three major zones. The five open spaces, such as "Whale Park", are areas for people to stay and enjoy, with symbolic monuments, and are used to host various seasonal events. The "Art Park" on 1st Avenue hosts the Chicago Gallery where people walking through the avenue can enjoy replicas, in the form of porcelain panel paintings, art works of Chicago.

Essentials

Drag store!! Here is Dotonbori
104 locals recommend
Sugi Drug Dotombori East
Dōtonbori-1-chōme-2 Chuo Ward
104 locals recommend
Drag store!! Here is Dotonbori
Bank Osaka station
14 locals recommend
MUFG Bank Umeda-Chuo Branch
8-47 Kakudachō
14 locals recommend
Bank Osaka station
Convenience store
142 locals recommend
Lawson
2-chōme-4-15 Nakazaki
142 locals recommend
Convenience store