Osaka City Area
One-Day. Osaka Castle-Shinsaibashi , America-Mura
Nishi Umeda is a newly developed area and its streets are lined with shopping and entertainment complexes. You can see performances by Shiki Theatre Company in Nishi Umeda.
Universal Studios Japan opened in 2001 March is a place for everyone to enjoy for a whole day! At the end of a busy day, you can relax at any hotel or inn nearby in Osaka.
- Dotombori, near Namba Sta. of Subway Midoh-suji line, is packed with tasty Osaka local food restaurants. Dotombori represents Osaka food culture, so-called 'Kuidaore' ( eat until you drop).
Kani(seafood) dishes, Chinese dishes, and any other international dishes are also surprisingly delicious.
- Enjoy eating and shopping at Tompozan Market place and ACT O'S. Both are packed with various kinds of shops and stores.
There are many shops with a long history in Dotombori.
Osaka Castle Park: Plum blossoms in February, cherry blossoms in early April.
Come to Rose Garden at Expo Park in early summer, you'll love the enchanting view of 4,000 rose shrubs in full bloom.