Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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 Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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
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.
Activities
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Our pick of the best Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Amazing hotel! Very clean, well maintained, friendly and helpful staff! One of the best features of this hotel is the LOCATION! Bus took us directly from KIX airport to the station next to hotel. From the hotel we had access to 2 of the main train/subway stations and had access to absolutely everywhere ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
Namba Oriental Hotel
"It was good value for what you get"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"The place is ok I guess for the price. Rooms are quite small. There was almost no space to layout the luggage. There is a small bar/coffee shop in the lobby but it’s hardly ever manned. Breakfast was just ok. Location is great and very close to shops and restaurants in Dotonburi. I will not stay ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"The room was nice, clean and nice and cool. The breakfast buffet was great even though we only had it for one morning but still the options were great. Getting to and from the hotel was really great with the subway being literally next door"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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 Tennoji Zoo 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).
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
