Osaka Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Osaka

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Known for its massive central tank featuring whale sharks and diverse marine ecosystems, entry is approximately ¥2400 for adults, ¥1200 for children aged 7-15, and free for children under 6 years old.

Universal Studios Japan
Known for its exciting rides and attractions themed around popular movies such as Harry Potter, Minions, and Jurassic Park, entry is around ¥8800 for adults, with discounts available for children and seniors; express passes are sold separately to skip lines.

Dotonbori
Known for vibrant nightlife, street food, iconic neon signs, and canal-side entertainment, entry is free.

Osaka Castle
Known for its historical significance, impressive architecture, and beautiful cherry blossom views in spring, entry is approximately ¥600 for adults, with discounted rates for children and seniors; special exhibition fees may apply.

Minami (Namba)
Known for its vibrant nightlife, bustling shopping streets like Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori, a wide variety of street food, entertainment venues, and iconic landmarks such as the Glico Running Man sign, entry is free.

Kuromon Ichiba Market
Known for fresh seafood, local street food, and a lively shopping atmosphere, entry is free.

Namba Parks
Known for its rooftop garden and unique architectural design blending nature with retail and dining options, entry is free.

Tempozan Ferris Wheel
Known for impressive panoramic views of Osaka, Osaka Bay, and the city skyline from a high vantage point, entry is around ¥800 for adults, with discounts available for children and seniors.

America Mura
Known for its unique mix of American pop culture, trendy shops, vibrant street art, and youthful nightlife in Osaka, entry is free.

Shitennoji Temple
Known for its status as one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples with historic architecture and peaceful gardens, entry is free.

Tsutenkaku Tower
Known for its iconic status as Osaka's symbol and its panoramic observation deck with city views, entry is ¥800 for adults and ¥400 for children to access the observation deck.

Umeda Sky Building
Known for offering spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of Osaka from its unique rooftop floating garden observatory, entry is it costs approximately ¥1500 for adults, with discounted rates for children and seniors; some combination tickets may include access to shops or restaurants.

Abeno Harukas
Known for being Japan’s tallest skyscraper, offering panoramic views from its observation deck, luxurious shopping at Kintetsu Department Store, and hosting a variety of cultural attractions including an art museum and a rooftop garden, entry is ¥1,500.

Nakanoshima Park
Known for its scenic riverside location with rose gardens and a peaceful urban retreat setting, entry is free.

Tennoji Park
Known for its combination of serene gardens, a zoo, and cultural museums in a central Osaka location, entry is free.

Osaka Museum of History
Known for its extensive exhibits detailing the history and development of Osaka city, including models and artifacts, entry is about 600 yen for adults, with discounted rates available for students and children.

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
Known for its distinct Sumiyoshi-zukuri architectural style and cultural significance as one of Osaka's oldest shrines, entry is free.