Otemae Travel Guide
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Museum of History
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Museum of History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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.
Things to do
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Nara, Arashiyama, Day Trip by Bus
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka: Amanohashidate, Ine Boat Houses & Miyama Day Trip
Top hotels in Otemae
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great motel, very busy elevators but nice amenities
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Lovely clean room with a nice view. Spacious for city centre
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Nice and clean. Conveniently located. There’s also a convenient store on basement which we loved. Only slightly inconvenient part was if you’re on any floor above 22 you have to take two elevators. First one to floor 22 then next one to your floor up to 30.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
Muy buena ubicación con lavandería gratis lo cual es muy conveniente. La habitación que nos tocó ya necesitaba una renovación.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Gorgeous hotel. Great location to walk to museums. The public bath on 31st floor is spectacular. 3 minute walk to lovely path along the river.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
I found the accommodation to be excellent, I would stay again if/when I come back to travel Japan.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otemae
Kitahama
Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.
Chuo
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. 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.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
