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
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
Kyoto/Osaka: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkakuji Day Tour
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Top hotels in Minato
ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower
"Don’t sleep ON that place go sleep AT that place. The area is great and the hotel is wonderful. And the view…. Was just there one night and regret not making Osaka and the ART hotel our home base for the trip. There’s always next time."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"The APA Hotel is very convinently located to public transportation making it easy together around Osaka. The rooms are small by US standards, if you have lots of luggage it could be hard to store. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were the worst I ever had in any hotel. They felt like a foam ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Train station, restaurants & shopping very convenient. Limousine Bus terminal close by. Room was very warm. AC wasn’t keeping room cool enough. No drawers or enough space to store things."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Location is close to trains and in a great walkable neighbourhood. Although close to busy areas, this location is quiet and facilities clean."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Free laundry"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Some cleaning staff stole my new burgundy dress and matching pair of heels during my stay. I realised once I left the hotel. I have since not heard back from the hotel about any lost items. It was an expensive dress and that was the one that got stolen from my room along with new heels."
Reviewed on May 23, 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 Aeon Mall Osaka Domecity 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
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.
