Nakanoshima Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nakanoshima
Popular places to visit
Osaka International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Osaka International Convention Center during your trip to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Nakanoshima Park
This inner-city oasis is Osaka’s first public park. It offers a calming green space to relax, enjoy some fresh air and view the city’s skyline from the river’s edge.
Osaka Science Museum
You can study the exhibits at Osaka Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Osaka. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Osaka Central Public Hall
You can find out about the history of Osaka with a trip to Osaka Central Public Hall. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Osaka City Hall
After visiting Osaka City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Osaka. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
The National Museum of Art Osaka
You can study the exhibits at The National Museum of Art Osaka, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Osaka. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Our pick of the best Nakanoshima Hotel Deals
Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier
"Lovely hotel, with great Onsen spa on the top floor. Quiet and convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka, Vignette Collection by IHG
"Highly recommend, fantastic place"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"No where did it state that if you wanted to use the public bath no tattoos were allowed until we checked in. Pool on roof is closed until mid July, and I saw if you wanted to use it - priced around 1000Y per hour. Bed was horrible. First hotel I've been to that didn't have umbrellas guests could ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Very convenient central location, connected to Osaka-Umeda station, and an easy train ride from anywhere in Osaka. Great views from upper floors and very quiet. Rooms are tiny and a bit cramped, but have all the amenities you’d expect. Laundry is a pain if you need it as they provide just 8 machines ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"Over all for the price and location"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Very clean room and the location was incredible. Close to night life and shopping. The major train station was a 4 minute walk away. For rainy season it was convenient to walk under a roofed mall to the entrance of the hotel."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Nakanoshima
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).
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Shiki Theater. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
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.
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.
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 Umeda Arts Theater and NU Chayamachi.
