Hirano Ward
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 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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Nipponbashi
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Nipponbashi, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Things to do
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
Osaka's Best and Brightest by Private Vehicle
Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya
Arashiyama & Yasaka Shrine & Nara & Todaiji Day Trip from Osaka
Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Local Eateries)
Top hotels in Hirano Ward
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Reviewed on 13 May,2024
Reviewed on 13 May,2024
Reviewed on 13 May,2024
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Other neighbourhoods around Hirano Ward
Abeno
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about Abeno. Q's Mall and Abeno Harukas are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nishitanabe Station or Minami-Tanabe Station to get around the larger area.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Shitennoji Temple 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).
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 Nipponbashi 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.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Intex Osaka
- Nipponbashi
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Orix Theater
- Spa World
- Nara Park
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Abeno Harukas
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Osaka Station City
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Namba Parks
- Tennoji Zoo
- Amerikamura