Kitahama
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 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.
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
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Kitahama
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Spacious - clean and well designed. Will only use this hotel from now on if/ when I visit Osaka again!
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our queen room was very clean and spacious! I appreciated the deep tub for a relaxing soak after our long flight.
Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room, convenience
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean and new, great views of osaka
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Our stay was perfect. The staff were friendly
Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kitahama
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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).
Minamisenba
While you're in Minamisenba, take in top sights like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and jump on the metro at Shinsaibashi Station to see more of the city.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
Kitahama
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Arima Onsen
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Nara Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Orix Theater
- Rokkosan Ski Area
- Osaka Station City
