Minato
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Popular places to visit
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel
This iconic Ferris wheel rises to great heights above Osaka Harbor and offers stellar views of the city's industrial skyline.
Osaka Bay Tower
After visiting Osaka Bay Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Mount Tempozan
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tempozan during your travels in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Tempozan Market Place
During your visit to Osaka, you can do some window-shopping at Tempozan Market Place. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Legoland Discovery Center
Bring your family to Legoland Discovery Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Top hotels in Minato
ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower
PROS = wonderful location from two train stations (5 min walk to either JR Bentencho or Osaka Metro Chuo); super spacious room with four beds; separate toilet and bath; FamilyMart across the hotel entrance; hotel is in a building that also houses a Burger King, McDonald’s, a French bakery, grocery ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great central location with friendly staff and comfortable, clean rooms.
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Great amenities, good size room, splendid breakfast, good location
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Very good location good food and shopping centre …anything convenience..
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Quiet, Clean, and in a great spot for things to do. The check in/out process is super easy and straightforward. I will definitely stay here again when visiting Osaka!
Reviewed on 7 Dec, 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Excellent location. The breakfast was decent and quite delicious. Comfortable and convenient experience
Reviewed on 7 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minato
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower 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.
Fukushima
Fukushima is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to explore sights like Osaka Central Wholesale Market.
Nishishinsaibashi
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dotonbori to Amerikamura – discover Nishishinsaibashi, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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).
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- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Castle
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Arima Onsen
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Nipponbashi
- Spa World
- Kuromon Market
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- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Rokkosan Ski Area
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