Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Osaka
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Osaka, Japan — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Dotonbori.
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Top pick
Dotonbori
The food strip — Glico runner sign, river canals, late-night energy.
2.7 km from center
#2
Namba
Shopping arcades, theaters, the gateway to old Osaka.
3.0 km from center
#3
Umeda
Skyscrapers, the Sky Building, big-city Osaka.
21 min walk from center
#4
Tennoji
Park, temple, zoo — quieter local pace.
5.0 km from center
Getting around
Subway + JR Loop Line; the city is denser than it looks.
A 1-day subway pass is ¥820. JR Pass holders ride the JR Loop free.