Otemae
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Osaka Museum of History
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Museum of History, a museum with a storied past, during your travels 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 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.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Top hotels in Otemae
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
Very clean, beautiful view and friendly staffs.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
APA Hotel Osaka Temmabashi Ekimae
Lovely staff, clean and
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
only a few minutes from namba station
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Will definitely stay here again, right in the central location of osaka station with malls, food, transportation but not Hilton prices.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Phenomenal stay. Will be back again soon. Loved it
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean, easy, friendly, and convenient. Perfect for my needs.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Otemae
Kitahama
Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Otemae
- Otemae University
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Nara Park
- Umeda Sky Building
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Orix Theater
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Abeno Harukas
- Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater
