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.
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
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Top hotels in Ikuno
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"- [ ] From the irritating self check-in that had a person over our shoulder and did require finally a person check in because my passport wouldn’t read on their automatic scanner, this was a penny pinching place that I would avoid. - [ ] The location of this place was great since one could walk to ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"It is centrally located but a pain to get to (walking all the way around a building). Rooms are a little small for luggage so be strategic about what you're packing. Very flexible in terms of luggage storage"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Awesome hotel and location is the best for those who want to explore the Namba area. It was very family-friendly and trendy hotel."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Great experience for the first time in Osaka"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Staffs were friendly and super helpful. We needed to transfer luggages to a different hotel from Osaka to Tokyo. And they have a paid service at reception that offers this. The coin laundry service and room cleaning were great as well!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
"located near food and train stations. It was clean, and pretty good price."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ikuno
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.
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.
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).
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.
Soemon-cho
Soemon-cho is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dotonbori, a top place to visit in the area.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
