Visit Minami 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.
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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Tsutenkaku Tower
Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Nidec Kyoto Tower Observation Deck Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Minami Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our queen room was very clean and spacious! I appreciated the deep tub for a relaxing soak after our long flight.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The hotel was lovely and clean, room ammenities were good, staff we’re brilliant breakfast was good. Really nice stay for 3 nights
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Clean and new, great views of osaka
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Our stay was perfect. The staff were friendly
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
It's in an amazing location literally located next to the entrance to the subway. Staff was friendly, and the complimentary breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami 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 Osaka City Museum of Fine Art 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.
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Osaka City Air Terminal 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.
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).
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.
Minami Ward
- Sakai Green Museum Harvest Hill
- Big Bang
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Spa World
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Orix Theater
- Osaka Castle Park
- Mount Koyasan
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
- Osaka Station City
- Abeno Harukas
- Legoland Discovery Center
- Nara Kenko Land
