Minato Travel Guide

Osaka

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life as well as a small group of people
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life as well as a small group of people
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes interior views and marine life as well as a small group of people
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan featuring marine life and interior views as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

4.5/5(77 reviews)

Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel

Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel

This iconic Ferris wheel rises to great heights above Osaka Harbor and offers stellar views of the city's industrial skyline.

Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel
Osaka Bay Tower

Osaka Bay Tower

After visiting Osaka Bay Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Osaka Bay Tower
Mount Tempozan

Mount Tempozan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tempozan during your travels in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mount Tempozan
Tempozan Market Place

Tempozan Market Place

During your visit to Osaka, you can do some window-shopping at Tempozan Market Place. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Tempozan Market Place

Legoland Discovery Center

4/5(17 reviews)

Bring your family to Legoland Discovery Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Legoland Discovery Center

Things to do

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Rp1.239.014
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Rp43.144
per traveller
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Picture 6 for Activity Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Rp537.692
per adult
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

Rp768.131
per adult
Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights
Katsuo-ji Temple, Minoh Waterfall, Arashiyama Forest, & Nara Park

Katsuo-ji Temple, Minoh Waterfall, Arashiyama Forest, & Nara Park

Rp1.346.155
per adult
Katsuo-ji Temple, Minoh Waterfall, Arashiyama Forest, & Nara Park
The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Rp2.783.083
per adult
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
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Top hotels in Minato

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp992.909 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp992.909
Rp1.201.394 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,253 reviews)
"NPC staff"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
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)
"Great location and value. Hotel is older and bathroom smells of sewage. It is clean though, just old; it might be due to ventilation issues. No smart tv."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

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Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.445.062 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.445.062
Rp1.875.690 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,675 reviews)
"Clean and fresh friendly"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.924.853 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp1.924.853
Rp2.117.338 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (2,209 reviews)
"Nice and basic hotel. The room was clean but quite small for 4 members family. Good fit if you're traveling on a budget"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is Rp1.833.194 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.833.194
Rp2.218.164 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4-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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,634 reviews)
"A very hotel with a lot of tourists . Superb location however it is very packed . Standard small Japan hotel size."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
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 Rp775.752 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp775.752
Rp938.660 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! (2,026 reviews)
"Location is perfect! Lobby was chaotic, too much customers, it seems like there was always a tour group. Building needs to get updated."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
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Other neighbourhoods around Minato

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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.

Nishi
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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.

Naniwa
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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.

Fukushima
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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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Nishinari

Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.

Nishinari
Namba featuring a city

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).

Namba

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