Higashisumiyoshi-ku
Osaka
Visit Higashisumiyoshi-ku
Popular places to visit

Yanmar Stadium Nagai
Catch an event at Yanmar Stadium Nagai during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

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Top hotels in Higashisumiyoshi-ku

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"We really enjoyed our stay at APA Osaka. It was an easy check-in through the machines in the lobby. The room was clean and a wide selection of amenities was provided. We were unable to use the pool/spa because my partner is tattooed, but no worries there. Though we elected to not have our room serviced, ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"The hotel is located next to the major stations and shopping district. Very good for going up to take a short rest or dropping off the shoppings before going out again. Hotel connections to the shopping district is great with B1F going to the train station directly and 1/F and 2F going to the shops ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Namba Oriental Hotel
"The laundry room was extremely useful and the vacuum packing machine was a plus. The room was a bit tight but it’s probably because we had 3 beds. Location of the hotel was convenient for food and shopping. The only negative about the location was the noise and sensory overload once you step outside. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Overall a great stay. Just one serious issue the power scenario in the room was terrible - only 1 USB port could be used at a time (2 total). Type 2 outlet only - so if you are equiped for Tokyo where type 1 seems to prevail you are in big trouble. To boot they even told us only 1 ‘appliance could ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Kansai Airport Washington Hotel
"Very good value for money, close to airport and free shuttle bus. Very helpful staff."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Absolutely beautiful hotel! It was located right next to a train station and family mart which was extremely helpful. The hotel had a free coffee and matcha machine which was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be returning on my next trip to Japan. The room was clean, staff was helpful, and ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashisumiyoshi-ku

Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Tennoji Zoo while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.

Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.

Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).

Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.

Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.

Naniwa
Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.





