Higashi Ward
Osaka
Visit Higashi 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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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.
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
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Sites & History Day Trip
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
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Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
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.
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).
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.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
- Places of interest
- Higashi Ward Star Rating Hotels
- Nearby Osaka Neighborhood Hotels
- Higashi Ward Hotel Brands
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Nipponbashi
- Intex Osaka
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Nara Park
- Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Osaka Station City
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Umeda Sky Building
- Orix Theater
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Yanmar Stadium Nagai
- Abeno Harukas
- Nara Kenko Land
- Namba Yasaka Shrine
- Osaka University
- Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
- Amerikamura