Joto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese castle with a pond in the foreground and autumn foliage.

Stay near popular Joto attractions

Suwa Shrine

After visiting Suwa Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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Activities

The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

NZ$281
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

NZ$20
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

NZ$51
per adult
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Full-Day Bus Tour of Kyoto

Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest

NZ$74
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

NZ$206
per adult
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
teamLab, Resonating Microcosms in the Common Camellia Garden - Solidified Light Color, Sunrise and Sunset

TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket

NZ$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket
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Our pick of the best Joto Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$95 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$95
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,704 reviews)
"Clean, tidy room. Cool AC to come back to from the heat outside. I loved how easy it was to get new towels everyday during our stay. Convenient 7/11, laundry room, hot spas on the fourth floor. Easy walk to the JR line and access to the Subway!"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$181 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$181
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,670 reviews)
"Great price with easy access to everything as well as the subways."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$51 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$51
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$127 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$127
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$285 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$285
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,024 reviews)
"Hotel was quiet and good condition. Breakfast is not enough but every time refreshing by staff."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Cross Hotel Osaka（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

Cross Hotel Osaka（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）

4 out of 5
2-5-15 Shinsaibashi-suji Osaka Osaka-fu
The price is NZ$161 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$161
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,243 reviews)
"Well equipped"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Cross Hotel Osaka（ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS）
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Our guide on where to stay in Joto

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A bustling street at night with illuminated signs and traditional lanterns.

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).

A modern urban area with glass buildings, a bridge, and a waterfront.

Umeda

Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).

A bustling night scene along a river with illuminated buildings and a bridge in the background.

Shinsaibashi

You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.

A brightly lit street with colorful signs and a tall tower with illuminated text.

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.

A modern cityscape with tall skyscrapers, one featuring a circular architectural element.

Kita

Travellers love Kita for its popular shops, and you can see more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nakazakicho Station or Nakatsu Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.

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