Yodogawa Travel Guide
Osaka
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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Top hotels in Yodogawa
karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower
There is a sauna for the guest and very clean and well organized
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Shin Osaka by IHG
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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
The hotel was lovely and clean, room ammenities were good, staff we’re brilliant breakfast was good. Really nice stay for 3 nights
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Staff are kind and courteous
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yodogawa
Kita
Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Osaka Shiki Theater. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Fukushima
Fukushima is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to explore sights like Osaka Central Wholesale Market.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
