Kitahama Travel Guide
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. Visit 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.
Top hotels in Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming throughout my stay, which made the experience even better. The location is also perfect — close to everything and very convenient for getting around. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
The room and staff were excellent!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 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 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The room is clean and comfy. The staffs are courteous. helpful .
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean, easy, friendly, and convenient. Perfect for my needs.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Great location for food and shopping. Easy to use the subway to sightsee in other parts of Osaka.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
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
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
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
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
