Naniwa

Osaka

Naniwa
Tsutenkaku Tower featuring a city and street scenes
Naniwa
Naniwa showing boating, a river or creek and a city
Spa World featuring a pool, interior views and a day spa
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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Naniwa Hotel Deals

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 NT$1,790 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
NT$1,790
NT$2,166 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! (2,297 reviews)
"great hotel but elevators take too long if you're on floors 21-23"

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,678 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$2,678
NT$3,476 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (1,455 reviews)
Confident and Comfortable
"Great Hotel. Good location for shopping and train station right next door 3rd time staying here in 9 years, next time in Osaka we will stay here again"

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

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 NT$5,090 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
NT$5,090
NT$6,439 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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! (1,276 reviews)
"Had an excellent stay. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
HOTEL GRACERY Osaka Namba

HOTEL GRACERY Osaka Namba

4 out of 5
1-4-4 Motomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
"Room size was small and couldn’t even fit two 145cm bags. Apart from that it was great"

Reviewed on 2025/7/28

HOTEL GRACERY Osaka Namba
Nest&Rise Osaka Namba Hotel

Nest&Rise Osaka Namba Hotel

3 out of 5
3-4-21 Shikitsuhigashi, Naniwa, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (284 reviews)
"Located very conveniently to multiple train stations, a lot of food choices around too."

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

Nest&Rise Osaka Namba Hotel
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 NT$3,482 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$3,482
NT$3,830 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! (1,174 reviews)
"The free breakfast was a lovely surprise and very delicious. Only serves breakfast on the weekends, which worked out well for us. They also provided nice treats and free gifts on arrival! It is right next to the Namba Station and Dotonburi was only one train ride away or you can easily walk it. Would ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Hiyori Hotel Osaka Namba Station
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Other neighborhoods around Naniwa

Namba featuring a city

Namba

4.5/5(906 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).

Namba
If you’re looking for Sushi then this is definitely the place to come, the freshness and taste of the fish were exquisite. The place is quite small only seating about 10 so you might have to wait but it’s definitely worth it, the tuna, eel, sea bream and mackerel were superb.
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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.

Sennichimae
Amerikamura featuring a city and street scenes as well as an individual femail

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.

Nishishinsaibashi
Tsutenkaku Tower which includes night scenes, signage and a city

Minami

4.5/5(59 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 featuring street scenes

Shinsaibashi

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Shinsaibashi
Osaka Science and Technology Museum showing modern architecture

Nishi

4.5/5(92 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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