9 Chome Travel Guide
Osaka
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.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit 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.
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.
Nipponbashi
During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Things to do
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in 9 Chome
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Really friendly staff and Clean rooms."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"It's perfect for travelers!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Free laundry"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Some cleaning staff stole my new burgundy dress and matching pair of heels during my stay. I realised once I left the hotel. I have since not heard back from the hotel about any lost items. It was an expensive dress and that was the one that got stolen from my room along with new heels."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"It was just an amazing hotel for that price. Thank you team!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 9 Chome
Soemon-cho
Soemon-cho is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dotonbori, a top place to visit in the area.
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
