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

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Top hotels in Ikuno

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great location
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room, helpful staff, great lively location nearby shops and the metro.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Great location, easy to get to everywhere with trains downstairs. It rained a few days while were we there but we had no problems because the trains were downstairs and we also travel through the underground walkways. Very convenient with tons of restaurants nearby and a supermarket downstairs that ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Great clean and nice
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Nice room, although compact but not tiny. Comfy beds and nice quality linens. Polite staff. We didn't take the breakfast option, but we had a small fridge & kettle in the room to make our morning coffee. Nice central location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Very good hotel, clean rooms and friendly English speaking staff.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ikuno

Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Osaka City Museum of Fine Art 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.

Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.




