South Osaka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Osaka
Where to stay in South Osaka
Abeno
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about Abeno. Abeno Harukas and Q's Mall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nishitanabe Station or Minami-Tanabe Station to get around the larger area.
Ikuno
The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Ikuno. Korea Town and Tsuruhashi Shopping Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kita-Tatsumi Station or Minami-Tatsumi Station to get around the larger area.
Shinimazato
Even though there aren't top sights in Shinimazato, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Korea Town. Jump on the metro at Kintetsu Imazato Station to see more of the city.
Ojicho
Ojicho might not have many top sights, but Yanmar Stadium Nagai and Abeno Harukas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oimazato
While Oimazato may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Osaka Castle and Korea Town.
BAKURO - DOYANEN HOTELS
MAIDO - DOYANEN HOTELS
"Beds are just mattresses put on the floor. Ammenities were in a public common space, not at all convenient. The space to put shoes was extremely tiny, you take one step and it already transitions to the rest of the room. Water for the shower is shared with the sink and only one can be used at a time. ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
"Excellent hotel"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
R Residences Namba South 1
"AMAZING THANK YOU"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
WELLSTAY Osaka Shinimamiya
Guest house Laule'a Tennoji
"We had a really nice stay, grocery, convenience store, train station, food choices all within 1 to 2 min walk and larger grocery a few min away. Never saw any staff but place was clean and organized. Beds were nice, lots of hot water for 5 of us. Yes family friendly. Quiet neighborhood. Littl tough ..."
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Yanmar Stadium Nagai
Catch an event at Yanmar Stadium Nagai during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sumiyoshi Taisha
Find out about the history of Osaka with a stop at Sumiyoshi Taisha. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sumiyoshi Park
Pathways wind around grassy lawns, ornamental ponds, monuments and a playground in a park that was once part of the storied Sumiyoshi Taisha temple.
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.
Things to do
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
