Some of my favorite things to do in Osaka! Osaka blends modern energy with rich history. Dive into street food in Dotonbori, explore iconic castles, shop in lively markets, and soak up the nightlife and quirky neighborhoods 🏯🍢🎉 #OsakaTravel #Japan...
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The iconic historic castle surrounded by beautiful gardens. Go early to avoid crowds and give yourself time to explore the beautiful gardens and yummy food stands!
Osaka Castle
Osaka's famous food hub and one of my favorite places in Japan! Go at night to enjoy the beautiful neon lights!
Dotonbori
Famous restaurant for Osaka’s signature okonomiyaki pancake! Great portions and super tasty!
Okonomiyaki Mizuno
The iconic crab restaurant with a giant moving crab sign. This is seafood heaven.
Kani Doraku Dotonbori Main Branch
Street style takoyaki famous for its melty octopus filled balls. So worth the wait!
Takoyaki Wanaka Dotonbori
One of my favorite ramen spots! This is the place with private booths! Located throughout Japan.
ICHIRAN Dotonbori -South Building-
Youthful, cool western-inspired district full of street art, cafes, and vintage shops. Give yourself time to windowshop!
Amerikamura アメリカ村
The iconic Pokemon Cafe in Osaka! Cute food and vibes, a must for all Pokemon fans!
Pokémon Cafe Osaka Shinsaibashi
One of Japan’s oldest temples with serene grounds and traditional architecture. A great place for a peaceful walk!
Shitennō-ji
One of the world’s largest aquariums, featuring a massive Pacific Ocean tank! The building is so fun and there's a lot to do in the area!
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Osaka’s version of Akihabara for anime, electronics, and collectibles.
Nipponbashi Denden Town
Theme park with Harry Potter, Minions, and rides for all ages. The only place to find Attack On Titan attractions, so this is definately a must for fans!
Universal Studios Japan
One of the most unique shrines featuring a giant lion head stage! This is a personal favorite of mine and worth it for a cool photo op!
Namba Yasaka Jinja
A cool and fairly new museum featuring a diverse collection. The museum is shapped like a black box and features works from iconic artist!
Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka (NAKKA)
The observatory is stunning! Great views and no wait time. Lot's of restaurants and shops to visit while here!
