Kitahorie Travel Guide
Osaka
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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 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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Katsuo-ji Temple, Minoh Waterfall, Arashiyama Forest, & Nara Park
Top hotels in Kitahorie
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Yes, clean room, spa is excellent, location a definite plus, convenient 7-11 store in the building for late snacks; breakfast buffet has many choices and really enjoyed it. The name ekimae resort speaks for the Jr namba station and behind the hotel the namba ocat; willrecommend this Apa ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
good environment
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great hotel with a great location right next to the station.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
It was a great stay, the room seems very clean
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Awesome hotel with the best price
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Oriental Hotel Universal City
If you’re booking this hotel you know what you’re looking for as it is in the Universal City Walk. It’s a great location but with other hotels also in the area you are not saving yourself any time for the crowds. I rated the breakfast low because we were in a frenzy to get into the partk.m and skipped ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitahorie
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
