Minato
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Legoland Discovery Center
Bring the kids to Legoland Discovery Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Mount Tempozan
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tempozan during your travels in Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Tempozan Market Place
During your visit to Osaka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tempozan Market Place. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries
Minato Hotel Deals
ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower
The room was nice, except our bed sheets had a blood stain on them, so that was gross. The staff was friendly, but a miscommunication and misunderstanding amongst them led to me and my husband lugging around 3 suitcases to the airport during rush hour. The laundry services were nice at first, but ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
This hotel is perfect for Osaka close to train subway and bus. It has public bath and great restaurants.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent check in. So helpful with local advice. Breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Very convenient location.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Good location close to good links across the city and Kyoto
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Excellent location and the free amenities were great touch! The staff were so friendly and helpful, I would return to stay here again!
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minato
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.
Naniwa
Enjoy the popular shops in Naniwa. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more of Osaka.
Nishishinsaibashi
Nishishinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Dotonbori and Amerikamura, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.
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.
Namba
Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Shinsaibashi
Discover Osaka's main shopping hub, featuring the covered Shinsaibashi-suji street and Amerika-mura, a youth culture hotspot. Shop at luxury brands and popular stores, easily accessible via subway stations.
