Osaka navigation with area maps（Osaka sightseeing guide）

『Osaka Area Guide』

A walking guidebook for sightseeing in Osaka (Osaka sightseeing guide) that includes maps by area.
It is distributed free of charge at tourist information centers in Osaka city.
Please pick it up and take a look. Introducing local shops in Osaka.

September 30, 2024

  1. 【Overview】”OsakaAreaGuide”
  2. 【Umeda Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  3. 【Namba Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  4. 【Shinsaibasi Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  5. 【Tennoji Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  6. 【Tenjinbashisuji Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  7. 【Tsuruhashi Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  8. 【Shin-Osaka Area】Map/Sightseeing Spots
  9. 【Osaka Castle Area】Map/Sightseeing Area
  10. 【BayArea】Map/Sightseeing Area
  11. 【Osaka all Area】Sightseeing Area
  12. 【Kobe Area】Sightseeing Area
  13. 【Company profile】HYOJITO Co.,Ltd.

Overview of Osaka navigation with area maps”OsakaAreaGuide”（Osaka sightseeing guide）

Overview of Osaka navigation with area maps”OsakaAreaGuide”

Issue：September 30, 2024
Main distribution locations/stations：
・Namba Tourist Information Center (JTB Osaka Namba Store),
・Shin-Osaka Tourist Information Center
・Osaka Tourist Information Center,
　etc.
Overview：
This is a guidebook named ”OsakaAreaMap” (Osaka sightseeing navigation), which is an Osaka navigation with map that introduces recommended sightseeing spots, recommended restaurants, and hotels, with a focus on maps of Osaka city. They are distributed free of charge at tourist information centers, etc., so please pick one up and take a walk with a map in hand.

Basic Guide to Enjoy OSAKA

■Osaka Map

■Raliway Map

■TAXFREESHOPS.JP

 

Umeda／Kitashinchi area

The area around Umeda and Kitashinchi is full of downtown areas and commercial facilities, and is surrounded by skyscrapers and department stores, offering a variety of entertainment including shopping, gourmet food, and entertainment. Try sightseeing around Umeda and Kitashinchi with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

 

■Sightseeing spots

     
  空中庭園展望台   時空の広場  
  Kuchu Teien Observatory   Toki-no-hiroba（space-time square）  
  1-1-88 Oyodonaka, Kita-ku   5F Inside JR Osaka Station  
 

06-6440-3855

      
  From a height of 173m above ground, it is a spectacular spot where you can see the city of Osaka 360 degrees. The view is beautiful not only on a sunny day, but also at sunset and at night, making it a great spot for a date. If you purchase a ticket with a heart lock, you can also make a wish on the heart padlock.  

A large plaza that runs north and south of the station. A large golden clock and a silver clock are located on the north and south sides of the plaza, and are used as landmarks for meetings.

 

 

 

  
     

■Recommended businesses and stores

     
  露天神社   佳木山　太融寺  
  Tsuyunoten-jinjya／Ohatsu-tenjin   Kabokusan Taiyu-ji  
  2-5-4 Sonezaki, Kita-ku   3-7 Taiyujicho, Kita-ku  
  06-6311-0895   06-6311-5480  
     

 

     
  あべのたこやき　やまちゃん　梅田LUCUA店   白雲台グランフロント大阪店  
  AbenoTakoyaki Yamachan   Hakuundai grand front Osaka  
  3-1-3-B2F Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City   4-20-grand front Osaka South Museum7F Ofuka-cho, Kita-ku  
  06-6151-2497   06-6147-4129  
     

 

     
  焼肉の牛太　本陣　LINKSUMEDA店  

あべのたこやき　やまちゃん　梅田HEP FIVE

店

  
  Yakiniku no gyuta Honjin LINKSUMEDA   AbenoTakoyaki Yamachan UmedaHEP FIVE  
  1-1-8F Ofuka-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City   5-15 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6292-6029   06-6366-6082  
     

 

     
  会津屋梅田HEP　NAVIO店   たこ焼十八番梅田HEP　ナビオ店  
  Takoyaki  Aiduya Umeda HEP NAVIO   Takoyaki Juhachiban Umeda HEP NAVIO  
  7-10 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City   7-10-103 Kakuda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6867-7013   06-6867-7014  
     

 

       
  實光刃物リンクス梅田店      
  JIKKO-HAMONO

Lynx Umeda store

      
  1-1-2F Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City      
  06-6136-6565      
       

 

Namba area

The area around Namba is a lively area full of fashion, shopping, and gourmet food. The area along the Dotonbori River is lined with glowing signs and neon lights, creating a lively scene at night. There are many restaurants where you can enjoy local flavors and shops selling domestic and foreign brands, attracting both young people and tourists. Try sightseeing around Namba with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

     
  難波八阪神社 ©(公財)大阪観光局   戎橋  
  Namba Yasaka-jinja   Ebisu Bridge  
  2-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa-ku    Dotonbori 1,Chuo-ku  
  06-6641-1149      
  It is a unique shrine with a large lion called “Shishiden”, and many people come from all over the country to see the lion. It is also famous as a power spot.   It is the most major bridge in Namba, located in the center of Dotonbori. From the top of the bridge, you can see the popular Glico signboard and Don Quijote Ferris wheel, and it is crowded with tourists every day.  
     

 

       
  法善寺水掛不動      
  Houzen-ji Mizukake-fudo      
  1-2-16 Namba, Chuo-ku      
  06-6211-4152      
  In the precincts of Sennichimae Hozenji Temple, you can visit various halls and Buddhas such as “Nishimuki Fudo Myoo”, which is affectionately known as “Mizukake Fudoson”, “Konpirado”, and “Ohatsu Okami” at any time. Ofudo-san, who has been sprinkled with water by many people and is covered in bright green moss, will bestow blessings on everyone without discrimination.      
       

■Recommended businesses and stores

     
  串かつ　おうじ　なんば千日前店   お好み焼　とんべえ  
  Kushikatsu Ouji NambaSennichimae   Okonomiyaki  Tonbe  
  2-11-9 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City   1-6-16 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6964-8634   06-6213-9689  
     

 

     
  黒門三平  

会津屋なんば店（NANBAなんなん）

  
  Kuromon Sanpei   Takoyaki  Aiduya Namba  
  1-22-25 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka   NambaNanNan  5 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6634-2611   06-6649-7708  
     

 

     
 

Burger Revolution Osaka Kuromon Ichiba

   カレーハウスCoCo壱番屋 難波戎橋店  
  Burger Revolution Osaka Kuromon Ichiba     
  2-12-22 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City   1-6-16 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6978-8130   06-6210-2555  
     

 

     
  たこ焼　十八番 SONS-DOHTONBORI  

ビックカメラなんば店

  
  Takoyaki Juhachiban
SONS-DOHTONBORI		   BicCamera Namba Store  
  1-8-26 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka City   2-10-1 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-4256-2818   06-6634-1111  
     

 

     
 

LABI1 LIFE SELECT なんば

   實光刃物 裏なんば店  
 

LABI1 LIFE SELECT Namba

   Jikko Hamono　

Ura Namba store (Doguyasuji)

  
  2-11-35 Namba Naka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City   9-11 Namba Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6649-8171   06-6567-9232  
     

 

     
 

FTC OSAKA

  

Carhartt WIP Store Osaka

  
 

FTC OSAKA

  

Carhartt WIP Store Osaka

  
  1-8-3 Minamihorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka City   1-8-18 Minamihorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka City  
 

06-6541-7400

   06-6532-9810  
     

 

     
  なんばダイニングメゾン   会津屋なんばウォーク店  
  NAMBA DiNiNG MAiSON   Takoyaki  Aiduya  
  5-1-18-7/8/9F Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City   1-5-8 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6633-1244   06-6212-1132  
     

 

       
 

實光刃物なんば店（９月開業）

      
  Jikko Hamono      
       

 

Shinsaibashi/Honmachi area

Try sightseeing around Shinsaibashi/Honmachi with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Recommended businesses and stores

       
  ブライトンベル御堂筋店      
  Brighton Bell Midosuji      
  3-6-14-B2 Minamihonmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka      
  050-5485-3182      
       

 

Tennoji／Shin-sekai area

The area around Tennoji and Shinsekai is an attractive area that combines culture and entertainment, and is home to a variety of tourist attractions such as Tennoji Zoo and Shinsekai Street. In addition, there are plenty of delicious street food and local restaurants, and Shinsekai has a retro atmosphere and Osaka gourmet specialties such as kushikatsu and takoyaki, giving you a sense of liveliness. Try sightseeing around Tennoji and Shinsekai with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

     
  天王寺公園   通天閣  
  Tennoji-Park   Tsuutenkaku  
  Chausuyama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City   1-18-6 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6761-1770 　Sanadayama Park Office   06-6641-9555  
  Not only can you experience seasonal flowers, plants, and trees throughout the year, but you can also have fun with Playville’s play equipment and playground. Abeno Harukas, Tennoji Zoo, and Shinsekai are also within walking distance.   An observation tower with a height of approximately 103 meters. A well-known symbol of Osaka. At your feet, a new world is spreading out where you can feel the deep, old-fashioned atmosphere of Osaka, and you can also enjoy Osaka’s famous gourmet food.  
     

■Recommended businesses and stores

     
  アベノ珉珉   串かつ　おうじ　ジャンジャン横丁店  
  Abeno MINMIN   Kushikatu Ouji Janjan Yokocho store  
  1-6-1-B1F Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka City   3-2-22 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6649-5926   06-6684-9501  
     

 

     
  ダイコクロッカー   新世界かすうどん恵比須屋２号店  
  DAIKOKU LOCKER   Shinsekai Kasu Udon Ebisuya 2nd store  
  1-3-22 Taishi, Nishinari-ku, Osaka City   3-4-3 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6641-7666   06-6615-9323  
     

 

     
  丸天寿司   ビックカメラあべのキューズモール店  
  Maruten Sushi   BicCamera  Q’s MALL Store  
  3-2-16 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City   1-6-1-3F Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6641-8109   06-6631-1111  
     

 

     
  串かつおうじ動物園前店   あべのたこやき　やまちゃん本店  
  KushikatsuOji   AbenoTakoyaki Yamachan  
  3-2-25 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City   3-2-25 Ebisu Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6226-7340   06-6622-5307  
     

 

     
  新世界かすうどん恵比須屋本店   あべのたこやき　やまちゃん２号店  
 

Shinsekai Kasu Udon Ebisuya Main Branch

   AbenoTakoyaki Yamachan  
  1-22-1 Ebisu-higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City   2-3-53 Matsuzakicho, Abeno-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6556-7871   06-6626-6680  
     

 

     
  あべのたこやき　やまちゃん本舗   会津屋本店  
  AbenoTakoyaki Yamachan   Takoyaki Aiduya   
  2-3-53-2F Matsuzakicho, Abeno-ku, Osaka City    2-3-1 Tamade Nishi, Nishinari-ku,Osaka City  
  06-6622-3399   06-6651-2311  
     

 

Tenjinbashisuji area

Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street is 2.6km long and has about 800 stores, including old-fashioned restaurants and grocery stores. It is popular and lively as the kitchen of Osaka. There are tourist attractions nearby, such as Osaka Tenmangu Shrine and Kurashi no Konjakukan, making it a popular area. Try sightseeing around Tenjinbashi Shopping Street with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

     
  天神橋筋商店街   大阪天満宮  
  Tenjinbashisuji shopping street   Osaka Tenmangu Shrine  
  1～7 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka City   2-1-8 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka  
      06-6353-0025  
  Japan’s longest shopping street, approximately 2.6km long, with approximately 600 stores including clothing stores, restaurants, and entertainment stores. During the Edo period, it flourished as a temple town in front of Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, which is located on 2-chome and is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning.In the Meiji period, it developed into the shopping district it is today.  

In Osaka, it is affectionately known as “Tenma no Tenjin-san”, and its origin comes from the fact that Michizane Sugawara, an excellent scholar, is enshrined as the Tenjin deity.

 

 

 

 

 

  
     

■Recommended businesses and stores

       
  うなぎじん田      
  Unagi Jinta      
  7-6 Ikeda-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka City      
  06-6882-5115      
       

 

Tsuruhashi area

The area around Tsuruhashi is full of traditional shopping streets and restaurants, with a traditional downtown atmosphere. There are many Asian general stores and food stores, so you can enjoy the exotic atmosphere. Traditional festivals and events are also popular, and you can feel the warm atmosphere of the local people. Try sightseeing around Tsuruhashi with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

     
  鶴橋商店街   大阪・生野コリアタウン  
  Tsuruhashi shopping street   Osaka/Ikuno Korea Town  
  3 Higashikobashi, Higashinari-ku, Osaka City   5 Momodani, Ikuno-ku, Osaka City  
      06-6712-7150  
 

One of the best Korean towns in Osaka. It is a popular spot where you can experience the feeling of traveling to Korea while staying in Japan.

 

 

 

   This area is located about a 15-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Shopping Street and consists of Miyuki-dori Shopping Street, Miyuki-dori Higashi Shopping Street, and Miyuki-dori Central Shopping Arcade. We sell Korean food, miscellaneous goods, and goods from K-POP artists, so you can experience Korean culture.  
     

 

Shin-Osaka area

Try sightseeing around Shin-osaka with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■AreaMap

■Recommended businesses and stores

       
  たこ焼　十八番　西中島本店      
  Takoyaki　Juhachiban Nishinakajima      
  3-17-17 Nishinakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City      
  06-6306-1853      
       

 

Osaka Castle area

There are many spots around Osaka Castle that tell the story of Osaka’s history, such as Osaka Castle, Naniwa Palace Ruins, and the History Museum. Try sightseeing around Osaka Castle with the Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps in hand.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

       
  大阪城      
  Osaka Castle      
  1-1 Osaka Castle, Chuo-ku, Osaka City      
  06-6941-3044      
  It is considered one of Japan’s three great castles, along with Edo Castle and Nagoya Castle. It is extremely magnificent and worth seeing, and if you climb the top of the castle tower, you can enjoy a wonderful view.      
       

 

Bay area

There are many tourist attractions around the bay area, such as Kaiyukan Aquarium, Tempozan, and cruise ships. Please try sightseeing around the Bay Area with the Osaka Navigation (Osaka Navi) guidebook with map “OsakaAreaGuide” in hand.

■AreaMap

■Sightseeing spots

     
  ベイエリア　©(公財)大阪観光局   海遊館　©(公財)大阪観光局  
  BayArea   Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan  
      1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6576-5501   06-6576-5501  
 

Yumeshima, the venue for the 2025 Osaka Expo, Universal Studios Japan, and Kaiyukan Aquarium are all located here, and the night view is also a famous photo spot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

   The huge aquarium, known as the Symbol Tower, displays an impressive variety of marine life. Powerful shows featuring whale sharks and dolphins are also popular, and can be enjoyed by both children and adults. There are also plenty of opportunities to learn and experience the ocean, including themed exhibits and an edutainment corner. This is an attractive aquarium where you can feel the mystery of the sea, and many people visit it.  
     

■Recommended businesses and stores

     
  あべのたこやき　やまちゃん　USJ店   会津屋ユニバーサル・シティウォーク店  
  Abeno Takoyaki Yamachan   Takoyaki Aiduya  
  6-2-61 Shimaya, Konohana-ku, Osaka City   6-2-61-411 Shimaya, Konohana-ku, Osaka City  
  06-6467-5225   06-6467-1622  
     

 

     
  たこ焼十八番ユニバーサルウォーク店   会津屋天保山店  
  Takoyaki Juhachiban universal walk store   Takoyaki Aiduya　Tenpo-san  
  6-2-61 Shimaya, Konohana-ku, Osaka City   1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka  
  06-6467-5918   06-6576-5817  
     

 

Osaka all area

Osaka is known as the world’s kitchen and gourmet city, with its unique food culture and cheerful people. There are also tourist attractions such as Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and Tsutenkaku, where you can feel the fusion of history and modernity. The way people speak the Osaka dialect also attracts tourists. Try sightseeing in Osaka with Osaka Area Guide, an Osaka navigation (Osaka sightseeing navigation) guidebook with maps.

■Sightseeing spots

     
  生駒山からの大阪の夜景   万博記念公園  
  Night view of Osaka from Mt. Ikoma   Expo’70 Commemorative Park  
      1-1  Senri banpakukouen,Suita City  
      0120-1970-89　  
 

Since ancient times, Mt. Ikoma has been a key point connecting Yamato and Namba and a landmark for people. It is also a mountain of relaxation where you can enjoy beautiful nature and night views.

 

 

   This park was created to commemorate the success of the Japan World Exposition held in 1970. Centered around the Tower of the Sun, there is a natural and cultural garden, a Japanese garden, the National Museum of Ethnology, and the Osaka Japanese Folk Crafts Museum.  
     

 

Kobe area

■Recommended businesses and stores

       
  アクアリウムとアート アトア      
  AQUARIUM×ART ATOA      
  7-2 Shinminatocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City      
  078-771-9393