Things to do in Higashi-osaka

Activities, attractions and tours

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What to do in Higashi-osaka

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Universal Studios Japan® featuring a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children

Universal Studios Japan

Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.

Universal Studios Japan
Dotonbori showing cbd and outdoor art as well as a large group of people

Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

Dotonbori
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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.

Kyocera Dome Osaka
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan featuring marine life

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Osaka Castle showing a castle

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 Castle
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Nipponbashi

During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.

Nipponbashi
Tsutenkaku Tower which includes street scenes

Tsutenkaku Tower

Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.

Tsutenkaku Tower
Spa World showing rides, interior views and a pool

Spa World

Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.

Spa World
Expo Commemoration Park which includes a statue or sculpture and a garden

Expo ’70 Commemorative Park

Stroll through peaceful gardens and visit fascinating museums at this expansive park, the site of the 1970 World’s Fair.

Expo ’70 Commemorative Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Higashi-osaka worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Higashi-osaka is explore Orix Theatre. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then discover more of the area's history and culture.
How do I spend a day in Higashi-osaka?
Start your adventures with a visit to Tennoji Zoo and Solaniwa-Onsen Osaka Bay Tower. Then, check out other parts of Higashi-osaka for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Higashi-osaka?
Orix Theatre is one of the top tourist attractions in Higashi-osaka and should be high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Higashi-osaka?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off many city highlights, such as Osaka Museum of History, National Bunraku Theatre and Fujita Art Museum. The average stay in Higashi-osaka is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Kyoto isn't far away.
Is Higashi-osaka a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Hanazono Central Park in the area, Higashi-osaka is very much a destination to experience on foot. Up for visiting some hip neighbourhoods a walkable distance from the city centre? Daito is around 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Higashi-osaka with kids?
Planning what to do in Higashi-osaka with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them entertained here.

What to do in Higashi-osaka for adults?
Asahi Breweries Suita Plant and Osaka-jō Hall are just a few of the things to do in Higashi-osaka. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Higashi-osaka?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Higashi-osaka is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Saint Maria Osaka Cathedral is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.

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