Uploaded October 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Most in-depth Osaka Travel Guide! Osaka, renowned as Japan's culinary capital, is the star of this guide. Within, you'll uncover 30 best things to do, hidden secrets and must-visit locales meticulously handpicked by yours truly. Delve into the essence of Osaka with experiences ranging from savoring Endo Sushi and exploring Mr. Kanso to the thrills of USJ and the Takoyaki Museum. Indulge in the finest Kushikatsu, relish the ultimate Okonomiyaki encounter, ascend Abeno Harukas, and discover the pulsating beat of Osaka's nightlife in Shinsaibashi.
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Universal Studios Japan tickets:
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Real Mario Kart in Osaka tickets:
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Umeda Sky Building tickets:
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A good place to start in Osaka is Amerikamura, the funky hipster district commonly compared to Tokyo's Harajuku district with wacky shops like the Panbo Pancake Kebab shop, which makes for a delicious breakfast. Also bring you camera since this area is great for street photography and youth fashion.
Osaka Pub Crawl tickets:
go.reformatt.com/CNSJQu ($21 USD, 5% discount)
The most iconic place in Osaka is by far Osaka Castle. I highly recommend you make your way to the top floor in castle for some stunning views of Osaka and getting an idea how the ancient warlords used to live. Osaka Castle played a major role in the unification of japan during the sixteenth century.
If time permits, checkout Japan's biggest aquarium in Osaka called Kaiyukan which includes the great barrier reef collection and is about a 2 kilometer walk through the aquarium. I have never seen such a massive indoor fish tank in my life. Entrance sets you back 2300 yen or 21 US dollars since the aquarium is west of downtown Osaka it is a great idea to combine it with a visit to Endo Sushi, Osaka's best sushi located at the Osaka Fish Market, a sushi experience you will not regret!
Find the most fun attractions in Osaka:
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Find the cheapest hotels in Osaka:
go.reformatt.com/osaka-hotels _(From $20 USD)_
Buy Now - Japan Rail Pass (7, 14 or 21 days)
go.reformatt.com/a3oyDR ($215 USD, 10% discount)
► best purchase when travelling around Japan
Osaka like Tokyo is also known for having outrageous shops like the Longsoftcream, the longest ice cream in Japan for 500 yen or 4.75 US dollars this shop is located in Amerikamura, a place to meet really friendly and cool locals.
For the most mesmerizing views of Osaka head over to the Harukas 300 observatory deck at the Abeno Harukas building just east of Shinsekai. Entrance is 1500 yen or 14 US dollars, I do recommend you visit in the evening so you can see the sunset and night view of this incredible city with all it's blinking lights on its sky scrapers.
Buy Now - Abeno Harukas Observatory Tickets:
go.reformatt.com/ZN2gzI ($10 USD, 10% discount)
Like most tourists, a visit to the Dotonbori district is a must! Dotonbori includes the famous canal cruises, magnificent restaurants with crazy decorations and mouth-watering street foods like the Giant Japanese Scallops, Takoyaki and the massive Dotonbori Sandwich complete with Gyozas, Yakisoba and a ton of sauce.
In conclusion, I am often sad to hear that new visitors to Japan often skip Osaka for Tokyo and Kyoto, but I hope to have convinced you with this new travel guide to give Osaka a change as well. It is for good reason Osaka is called the kitchen of Japan.
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Most in-depth Osaka Travel Guide! Osaka, renowned as Japan's culinary capital, is the star of this guide. Within, you'll uncover 30 best things to do, hidden secrets and must-visit locales meticulously handpicked by yours truly. Delve into the essence of Osaka with experiences ranging from savoring Endo Sushi and exploring Mr. Kanso to the thrills of USJ and the Takoyaki Museum. Indulge in the finest Kushikatsu, relish the ultimate Okonomiyaki encounter, ascend Abeno Harukas, and discover the pulsating beat of Osaka's nightlife in Shinsaibashi.
Subscribe to my channel ► bit.ly/2aeuh9b for new videos!
*Download* my Osaka Master Map:
reformatt.com/osaka-travel-guide
► 100+ photos, detailed map, walking routes and bonus tips!
Universal Studios Japan tickets:
go.reformatt.com/FBbipu ($59 USD, 10% discount)
Real Mario Kart in Osaka tickets:
go.reformatt.com/wEX5ZM ($79 USD, 5% discount)
Umeda Sky Building tickets:
go.reformatt.com/Lir7eh ($10 USD, 5% discount)
Pocket Wifi rental for your Japan trip!
go.reformatt.com/mAwlBa ($5 USD per day, 10% discount)
► always stay connected with all your devices all over Japan!
A good place to start in Osaka is Amerikamura, the funky hipster district commonly compared to Tokyo's Harajuku district with wacky shops like the Panbo Pancake Kebab shop, which makes for a delicious breakfast. Also bring you camera since this area is great for street photography and youth fashion.
Osaka Pub Crawl tickets:
go.reformatt.com/CNSJQu ($21 USD, 5% discount)
The most iconic place in Osaka is by far Osaka Castle. I highly recommend you make your way to the top floor in castle for some stunning views of Osaka and getting an idea how the ancient warlords used to live. Osaka Castle played a major role in the unification of japan during the sixteenth century.
If time permits, checkout Japan's biggest aquarium in Osaka called Kaiyukan which includes the great barrier reef collection and is about a 2 kilometer walk through the aquarium. I have never seen such a massive indoor fish tank in my life. Entrance sets you back 2300 yen or 21 US dollars since the aquarium is west of downtown Osaka it is a great idea to combine it with a visit to Endo Sushi, Osaka's best sushi located at the Osaka Fish Market, a sushi experience you will not regret!
Find the most fun attractions in Osaka:
go.reformatt.com/pawjPc
Find the cheapest hotels in Osaka:
go.reformatt.com/osaka-hotels _(From $20 USD)_
Buy Now - Japan Rail Pass (7, 14 or 21 days)
go.reformatt.com/a3oyDR ($215 USD, 10% discount)
► best purchase when travelling around Japan
Osaka like Tokyo is also known for having outrageous shops like the Longsoftcream, the longest ice cream in Japan for 500 yen or 4.75 US dollars this shop is located in Amerikamura, a place to meet really friendly and cool locals.
For the most mesmerizing views of Osaka head over to the Harukas 300 observatory deck at the Abeno Harukas building just east of Shinsekai. Entrance is 1500 yen or 14 US dollars, I do recommend you visit in the evening so you can see the sunset and night view of this incredible city with all it's blinking lights on its sky scrapers.
Buy Now - Abeno Harukas Observatory Tickets:
go.reformatt.com/ZN2gzI ($10 USD, 10% discount)
Like most tourists, a visit to the Dotonbori district is a must! Dotonbori includes the famous canal cruises, magnificent restaurants with crazy decorations and mouth-watering street foods like the Giant Japanese Scallops, Takoyaki and the massive Dotonbori Sandwich complete with Gyozas, Yakisoba and a ton of sauce.
In conclusion, I am often sad to hear that new visitors to Japan often skip Osaka for Tokyo and Kyoto, but I hope to have convinced you with this new travel guide to give Osaka a change as well. It is for good reason Osaka is called the kitchen of Japan.
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