Asahi
Osaka
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.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Top hotels in Asahi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Well-maintained property walkable to Dotonbori - great location, top notch amenities, great breakfast selection, close to transport, etc. but it’s a box of a room which is standard in Japan so mentioning it seems irrelevant. However, it’s clean so what more could a traveler need.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Breakfast was very good, staff all friendly and helpful, clean room and facilities, excellent location is you want shopping, near train and bus stations. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 18 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 hotel with an amazing view of Osaka. Staff were helpful in booking restaurants and helping navigate around Osaka. The hotel is close to the metro station about a 6 minute walk and a few stops from Namba station. The hotel itself is clean and the rooms are spacious and plenty of room if travelling ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
Convenience
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Fantastic hotel all round! 100% would recommend. - Brilliant location right next to an underground station, only a few stops away from Namba or Umeda. - Very fast and easy check in with a machine and helpful staff. - Great facilities and amenities. I really liked the complimentary beauty products ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asahi
Kita
Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.
Kitahama
Unique features of Kitahama include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Osaka Exchange Building or Tekijuku while you're exploring the area.
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Yodogawa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Yodogawa. Spend some time visiting top spots like Juso-Ekimae Shopping Street, and catch the metro at Kanzakigawa Station or Nishinakajima-Minamigata Station to see more of the area.
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.
