Kitahama
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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
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
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Osaka Food Tour - 13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Top hotels in Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Nest Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
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.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
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.
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.
Kitahama
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Spa World
- Osaka Castle
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nara Park
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Kuromon Market
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Orix Theater
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Abeno Harukas
