Naniwa

Osaka

Naniwa
Tsutenkaku Tower showing street scenes and a city
Naniwa
Naniwa
Naniwa

Discover neon-lit entertainment areas, attend a festival at a colorful temple and watch sumo wrestlers in action at this ward in central Osaka. 

In the heart of Osaka, Naniwa is perfectly positioned for exploring the city’s blend of modern and traditional cultures. Naniwa is the original name of Osaka. The neighborhood was once the imperial capital of Japan. Flattened by bomb raids during World War II, the ward reinvented itself into an entertainment and retail neighborhood. Find streets lined with amusement arcades, pretty parks, shrines, specialty shops and lively bars.

Den Den Town, in the Nipponbashi district, attracts shoppers with its discount electronics, housewares and secondhand stores. Nearby Hakihaki Town specializes in footwear and has a shrine dedicated to Hakimono Jinja, the footwear goddess. Travel south to Shinsekai, where lanterns illuminate old-fashioned storefronts and 24-hour restaurants serve Osaka staples such as kushikatsu (deep-fried meat and vegetable skewers). Janjan Yokocho Alley has retro arcade rooms and affordable bars while Tsutenkaku Tower has great city views.

Make your way to the modern malls of Namba for more retail options. Namba City and Namba Parks are packed with the outlets of both popular Japanese and international fashion labels. Take a break from shopping to relax at the rooftop garden of Namba Parks. For something different, book tickets to watch sumo wrestling at Arena Osaka.

Dedicate time to visiting the ward’s temples. Nambayaska Shrine impresses visitors with an elaborate lion-shaped performance stage set alongside customary Buddhist temples. Imamiya Ebisu Shrine is a Shinto complex dedicated to the gods of financial success. Join thousands of devotees who come to pray for prosperity and enjoy a flamboyant parade during January’s Toka Ebisu Festival.

At the Osaka Human Rights Museum, exhibits highlight the city’s battles against the discrimination of minority groups, women and the LGBT community. Escape the bustling streets for a while at urban green spaces such as Kamomemachi Park and Naniwa Park.

Naniwa is served by several metro and train stations, including Daikokucho, Ebisucho, Imamiyaebisu and Namba. Get around the neighborhood on foot for the most rewarding experiences.


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Top hotels in Naniwa

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is P3,429 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P3,429
P4,150 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,239 reviews)
"The place was really cool! There was a small fee if you wanted to use the pool, but my room was cozy and had everything I needed."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hot Spring OSAKA HINODE HOTEL NIPPONBASHI

Hot Spring OSAKA HINODE HOTEL NIPPONBASHI

3.5 out of 5
Ebisu-nishi 1-2-10, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,325 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,325
P8,173 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (498 reviews)
"This is a wonderful hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Hot Spring OSAKA HINODE HOTEL NIPPONBASHI
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is P5,843 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,843
P7,585 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,443 reviews)
"Good location & nice environment. Would be great if coin laundry is available & room clean-up be more thoughtful, like not repeatedly giving us more & more toiletries that we did not use. Having said, overall speaking it’s still very good."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

5 out of 5
Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, 2-11-50 33, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
The price is P9,717 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P9,717
P12,292 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,251 reviews)
"The hotel is well located to go to Kansai airport. The hotel is very nice and the room with view is amazing!"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Hotel Taiyo

Hotel Taiyo

2.5 out of 5
1-2-23, Taishi, Nishinari-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in our ...
7/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"Best place and budget friendly, near to metro station"

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2025

Hotel Taiyo
Hiyori Hotel Osaka Namba Station

Hiyori Hotel Osaka Namba Station

4 out of 5
3-1-2 Nanbanaka, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,376 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,376
P8,114 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,166 reviews)
"Stayed three nights during World Expo. Breakfast was spectacular, huge assortment of hot and cold foot items, breads, soups, meats, seafood, salads, fruits, I can’t even name them all. Great for if you want to try new foods as well. The drink options were even spectacular, with more than basic water ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hiyori Hotel Osaka Namba Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Naniwa

Namba which includes a city

Namba

4.5/5(62 area reviews)

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).

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Sennichimae

If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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Minami

5/5(4 area reviews)

Minami is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Nipponbashi. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station.

Minami
Shinsaibashi showing street scenes

Shinsaibashi

Shinsaibashi is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Mitsutera Temple, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Osaka.

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Nishi

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Nishi

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