Chuo Travel Guide

Osaka

Osaka Castle featuring a city
Osaka Castle showing château or palace
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Popular places to visit

Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people

Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Dotonbori
Osaka Castle showing château or palace

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.

Osaka Castle
Kuromon Ichiba Market

Kuromon Ichiba Market

Follow scents of spices and smoked goods into the covered alleyway of this bustling food market. Its popularity with chefs has earned it the nickname Osaka’s Kitchen.

Kuromon Ichiba Market
Osaka Castle showing interior views as well as a small group of people

Osaka Castle Park

After visiting Osaka Castle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Osaka Castle Park
Namba Grand Kagetsu featuring street scenes, a city and shopping

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater

For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.

Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
Amerikamura

Amerikamura

Once a warehouse district selling imported goods, this “American Village” is now a fashionable retail and entertainment area popular with young locals.

Amerikamura

Things to do

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Rp834.925
per adult
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Rp1.124.448
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

Rp1.013.031
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Rp222.647
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Rp1.157.088
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Rp1.075.488
per adult
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park
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Top hotels in Chuo

Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi

Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi

3 out of 5
2-4-10, Minami-Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and value. Hotel is older and bathroom smells of sewage. It is clean though, just old; it might be due to ventilation issues. No smart tv."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

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Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.887.423 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.887.423
Rp2.076.165 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,201 reviews)
"Nice and basic hotel. The room was clean but quite small for 4 members family. Good fit if you're traveling on a budget"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi

Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi

3.5 out of 5
2-6-25 Minamisenba, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.202.605 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp1.202.605
Rp1.322.843 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (717 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Close to restaurant and shopping area. I will visit again!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Bespoke Hotel Shinsaibashi
Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba

3.5 out of 5
2-2-5 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo, Osaka
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Neat, friendly staffs"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

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Candeo Hotels Osaka Namba
Swissotel Nankai Osaka

Swissotel Nankai Osaka

5 out of 5
5-1-60 Namba Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
The price is Rp3.022.422 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp3.022.422
Rp3.756.870 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,392 reviews)
"nice hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Swissotel Nankai Osaka
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.214.356 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.214.356
Rp2.801.175 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,281 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great staff and amazing location"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
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Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

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Minamisenba

While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.

Minamisenba
Shinsaibashi which includes street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Travellers to Shinsaibashi praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple.

Shinsaibashi
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Honmachi

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Honmachi
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Minami

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

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.

Minami
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Nishishinsaibashi

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nishishinsaibashi
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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.

Sennichimae

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