Asahi
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. Check out 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.

Nipponbashi
During your trip to Osaka, you can do some window-shopping at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses.
Things to do

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries
Asahi Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Public bath is really cozy.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Great location, good sized
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon

Namba Oriental Hotel
Love the hotel and service excellent
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Good location
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Great hotel next door to a subway entrance, an excellent bakery and a Konbini. All staff were very professional and helpful. I would definitely stay here again. Room cost was terrific value. They also do luggage forwarding.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asahi

Kita
Explore Nakanoshima Park, Yodogawa riverside park, and numerous other green spaces, while visiting attractions like Osaka Temmangu Shrine and Osaka Science Museum. Enjoy shopping at Hanshin Department Store and easily navigate with multiple transport options.

Shinchi
Visitors often come to Shinchi for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Nishi-Umieda Station.

Umeda
Major commercial and entertainment hub, Umeda offers shopping, dining, sports centers, and movie theaters. Don't miss the HEP Five Ferris wheel, Umeda Sky Building, and the underground city with retailers and eateries.

Yodogawa
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. If sightseeing is on the list, Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of 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 a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

