Kitahama
Osaka
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Kitahama Hotel Deals
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
This hotel the rooms and the bathrooms were very spacious. Love the experience.
Reviewed on 2025/12/11
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Location of this hotel is good, building is just next to the bus terminal. So taking bus shuttle to airport is very convenient, highly recommended. No need drag yr heavy luggage to the train station, save lotsa times. Only bad thing is room super small, those carrying big luggage(28 inch-31inch) ...
Reviewed on 2025/12/15
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Location
Reviewed on 2025/12/13
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The hotel is conveniently located among many nice restaurants but in what seems to be a red light district so beware. Although it still means tourists are very safe because it is in Japan.
Reviewed on 2025/12/14
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
I stayed in a quad room. It was clean and there was ample space for 4. There were 2 wash basins and separate bath and toilet, so it was convenient. Room looks new and refurbished.
Reviewed on 2025/12/10
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Very clean, friendly staff. Great stay.
Reviewed on 2025/12/3
Other neighborhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider a stop by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
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.
Umeda
Major commercial and entertainment hub, Umeda offers shopping, dining, sports centers, and movie theaters. Don't miss the HEP Five Ferris wheel, Umeda Sky Building, and the underground city with retailers and eateries.
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.
Shinsaibashi
Discover Osaka's main shopping hub, featuring the covered Shinsaibashi-suji street and Amerika-mura, a youth culture hotspot. Shop at luxury brands and popular stores, easily accessible via subway stations.
Kitahama
- Osaka Exchange Building
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Arima Onsen
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nipponbashi
- Spa World
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Nara Park
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Umeda Sky Building
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Port of Kobe
- Mount Rokko
- Osaka Castle Park
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Meriken Park
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
