Guidebook for Naniwa Ward, Osaka
Sightseeing
First built in the 1580's on the order of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, Osaka Castle was the largest castle in Japan. By the time he died in 1598, Toyotomi had succeeded in crushing his enemies and unifying Jana under his command
After Toyotomi's death, Tokugawa Ieyasu seized power and established his shougunate government in Edo. In 1615, Tokugawa sent troops to Osaka where they not only defeated the Hideyoshi insurrectionist but destroyed Osaka Castle
The present Osaka Castle dates from 1931 and was extensively renovated in 1997. It's not massive as the original but is still impressive with its white walls, black and gold-leaf trim, and copper roof.
3465 locals recommend
Osaka Castle Park
Ōsakajō-1 Chuo Ward First built in the 1580's on the order of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, Osaka Castle was the largest castle in Japan. By the time he died in 1598, Toyotomi had succeeded in crushing his enemies and unifying Jana under his command
After Toyotomi's death, Tokugawa Ieyasu seized power and established his shougunate government in Edo. In 1615, Tokugawa sent troops to Osaka where they not only defeated the Hideyoshi insurrectionist but destroyed Osaka Castle
The present Osaka Castle dates from 1931 and was extensively renovated in 1997. It's not massive as the original but is still impressive with its white walls, black and gold-leaf trim, and copper roof.
Dotombori Glico Sign
Doton-Bori
It's famous place where enthusiastic fans dive when Hanshin Tigers get the pennant.
3588 locals recommend
Dotonbori
Dotonbori-9-1 Chome Chuo WardDoton-Bori
It's famous place where enthusiastic fans dive when Hanshin Tigers get the pennant.
The tower called "TUTENKAKU" is the symbol of Osaka. It is the same as Eiffel Tower in Paris.
2055 locals recommend
Tsutenkaku
1-chōme-18-6 EbisuhigashiThe tower called "TUTENKAKU" is the symbol of Osaka. It is the same as Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Getting Around
Namba Station
Nanba-5-chōme-10 Chuo WardTimes Namba Chuo
Nanbanaka-2 Chome-11 Naniwa WardEntertainment & Activities
Universal Studios Japan
SakurajimaOsaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
1-chōme-1-10 KaigandōriBilliards pool bar & darts J-BRIDGE
1-chōme-7-27 NipponbashinishiBilliard and darts
Parks & Nature
Sekiyacho Park
Shopping
Yamada Denki LABI1 Namba
2-chōme-11-35 NanbanakaElectrical Supply Store
Stussy
2-chōme-10-70 NanbanakaEssentials
2 Chome
Food Scene
カフェ・リオ
2-chōme-2-16 NipponbashinishiMaidreamin Osaka Nippombashi-Otaroad Store
4-chōme-16-15 NipponbashiMaid and cosplay cafe
メイドカフェ&ダイニングバー Milkcafe
Maid cafe and Dinning bar
21 locals recommend
Maid cafe & Dining bar Milk cafe
5-chōme-12-3 Nipponbashiメイドカフェ&ダイニングバー Milkcafe
Maid cafe and Dinning bar
Tempura Daikichi
2-chōme-10-25 Nanbanaka Tempura restaurant
Abeno Takoyaki Yamachan Namba
2-chōme-10-25 Nanbanakatakoyaki restaurant
Iwasankai Namba
2-chōme-5-1-60 NanbaIzakaya restaurant
タイ屋台バル ココナッツアイランド
13-18 Nanbasennichimae'Tai yatai baru'
only 1 mins from namba station.
Thailand restaurant.
'Osaka namba ziyuukenn'
only 3 mins from namba station.
very tasty carry restaurant.
130 locals recommend
Jiyuken
3-chōme-1-34 Nanba'Osaka namba ziyuukenn'
only 3 mins from namba station.
very tasty carry restaurant.
Sant-AnGeLo
5-chōme-1-60 Nanba'Santa anjero'
only 1 mins from namba station.
Italian restaurant.
Wanaka Namba
3-chōme-7-24 Nanba'wanaka'
only 4 mins from namba station. Takoyaki restaurant.
豚足のかどや
'tonsoku-no kadoya'
only 4 mins from namba station. yakitori restaurant.