Higashisumiyoshi-ku
Osaka
Visit Higashisumiyoshi-ku
Popular places to visit
Yanmar Stadium Nagai
Catch an event at Yanmar Stadium Nagai during your trip to Osaka. Check out 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. 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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Osaka: Lake Biwa, Moonlit Temple and Omi Highlights Day Trip
Top hotels in Higashisumiyoshi-ku
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Helpful staff, one of the best hotels in Osaka. Perfect location."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Very clean and great location next to Osaka station with lots of amenities around. You do need to navigate 2 sets of lifts and it can get busy so just need to watch time a little - especially around checkout at 12. It’s a huge hotel and immaculately kept. Good coffee machine at reception."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Great location. Easy access to transportation."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Kansai Airport Washington Hotel
"Bien situé Excellent déjeuner"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"飯店整體來說是不錯的 位置佳->近車站、附近吃東西買東西都很方便 房間佳->住的房型有比想像中大、很乾淨 暫放行李區佳->可以自行處理,買太多東西時,可先回來放置 但可惜的時,洗手間偶爾會聽咚咚的聲音"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower
"Bed was comfy but bath was small for someone who is tall. No drawer space at all"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Where to stay in Higashisumiyoshi-ku
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).
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Shiki Theater. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
Minami
Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Dōtombori Arcade. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.
Kita
Umeda Arts Theater and Natural Hot Spring Naniwanoyu are top sights in Kita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station to see more sights in the area.
