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 Market

Kuromon 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 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 Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Rp1.137.746
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Rp840.214
per adult
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin

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

Rp1.019.448
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

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

Rp1.170.772
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount

Rp224.057
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Rp1.071.694
per adult
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park
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Top hotels in Chuo

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.886.722 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.886.722
Rp2.075.394 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (2,255 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
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! (1,001 reviews)
"已第二次入住，性價比高，地點方便，房間整潔，會再次入住"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

3.5 out of 5
1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Fully refundable
The price is Rp750.326 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp750.326
Rp907.793 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,053 reviews)
"The room is a bit small, which is typical for hotels in Japan, but the location is fantastic—just a 3-minute walk to Dotonbori. The morning breakfast buffet is also great."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama

3.5 out of 5
1-9-8 Kitahama, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,455 reviews)
"Breakfast was no sooo good Manless reception not sooo good Dining area was hot and airless There is no shopping and dining in walking distence Shuttle service was goog Room was cleaned"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.770.783 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.770.783
Rp2.240.108 total
1 Sept - 2 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! (1,299 reviews)
I would book this hotel again
"We had a great time, nice area, good breakfast and great amenities"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Osaka-Shinsaibashi

Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Osaka-Shinsaibashi

3 out of 5
4-chome-6-1, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Bed was not comfortable, too firm for my preference. The AC took a while to cool the room. Location was convenient as it’s a short walk to shopping and restaurants."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Osaka-Shinsaibashi
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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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