Joto
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 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.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Joto

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great experience
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Cleaan
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Courteous staff all very helpful. Didnt use the laundry service but if i stayed there longer i wouldve used it. Rooms were spotless and clean. Towel deliver daily. Even though i didnt use them. It was a great stay and the location wasnt too bad either.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Great location
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Very clean and the staff is very helpful. I liked my stay in this hotel accessible to what I wanted.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Joto

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.

Kita
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater 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.

Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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
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.

Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider a stop by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighborhood.

