Soemon-cho 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.
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.
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.
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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Nidec Kyoto Tower Observation Deck Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Soemon-cho
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
The room and staff were excellent!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Will definitely stay here again, right in the central location of osaka station with malls, food, transportation but not Hilton prices.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The room is clean and comfy. The staffs are courteous. helpful .
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Room was clean Staff were helpful and friendly Liked that they had laundry facilities
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Great location for food and shopping. Easy to use the subway to sightsee in other parts of Osaka.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Great location easy walk to many food and drink spots. Very quick access to subway. Rooms slightly older but in good condition.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Soemon-cho
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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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).
