Shitennoji Temple

A high-rise observatory above Tennoji with wide views over Osaka and, on clear days, toward surrounding mountains and the bay.

Shinsekai and Tsutenkaku in Osaka, with access, map location and seasonal planning data for international visitors.

A covered food market in central Osaka known for seafood, produce, snacks and small restaurants.

Bright signs, food shops and canal-side walkways make Dotonbori one of Osaka’s distinctive urban scenes. Explore the streets around the bridges for a lively evening walk.

Osaka Castle rises above broad parkland and moats. Explore its exterior and surrounding grounds, then visit the museum inside for the history associated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi.

One of Japan’s oldest major shrines, recognised by its distinctive straight-roof architecture and arched Sorihashi bridge.

Two towers joined by the Floating Garden Observatory create one of Osaka’s most recognizable modern landmarks. Glass escalators cross the central void, while indoor and open-air decks look across Umeda toward the city, river and distant mountains.

Urban Camping Osaka Suminoe in Osaka, with access, map location and seasonal planning data for international visitors.