Taste and see the tourist hotspots of Osaka

Curated for first-time visitors to Osaka, this sightseeing plan will take you through the city’s major attractions. Enjoy getting to know the area by foot, while also tasting all the incredible cuisine the city has to offer. From modern highlights, to classic Showa period sightseeing spots such as Namba, Shinsekai, and Tsuruhashi, this trek is the ultimate overview of Osaka.

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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-05-08
- Takoyaki Wanaka
  
  11:00
- Don Quixote ferris wheel
  
  12:00
- Dragon Ramen Dotonbori Store (Kiryu Ramen)
  
  13:00
- Tsutenkaku
  
  14:00
- Kushikatsu Daruma
  
  15:15
- Tsuruhashi Koreatown
  
  17:00

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DAY1

- Takoyaki Wanaka
  
  11:00
  
  30min
  
  Takoyaki Octopus Dumplings
  
  One of the best places to try Osaka’s famous takoyaki is right here, at this locally loved and rather famous takoyaki restaurant. Once a sweet shop, it now serve piping hot dishes of takoyaki serve with a delectable array of toppings.
  
  Address
  
  Osaka Osakashi Chuou-ku Nambasennichimae 11-19
  - Takoyaki Wanaka
  - Takoyaki Wanaka
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  30min
- Don Quixote ferris wheel
  
  12:00
  
  30min
  
  Don Quixote
  
  For a better view of the city, make your way to the Don Quixote shopping complex in the heart of Osaka’s Dotonbori. At the top of the centre is where you’ll find a towering ferris wheel offering incredible 360 degree views of the city and river below.
  
  Address
  
  Osaka Osaka-shi Chuo-ku Nishishinsaibashi 2-5-9
  - Don Quixote ferris wheel
  - Don Quixote ferris wheel
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  30min
- Dragon Ramen Dotonbori Store (Kiryu Ramen)
  
  13:00
  
  30min
  
  With its classic Showa-era vibe, this ramen joint is a must not miss lunch time stop off. Located in the heart of downtown Dotonbori, this ramen restaurant serves up a variety of different offerings, however one unique bowl to sample is the Koran inspired kim-chi topped ramen.
  
  Address
  
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  - Dragon Ramen Dotonbori Store (Kiryu Ramen)
  - Dragon Ramen Dotonbori Store (Kiryu Ramen)
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  30min
- Tsutenkaku
  
  14:00
  
  60min
  
  Observation Tower
  
  Towering over the Shinsekai area of Osaka is where you’ll find Tsutenkaku. Built originally as an ode to the Eiffel Tower, this structure was sadly quite damaged during a fire in the 1940s, but was rebuilt after the war. Today it features an impressive observation deck and is surrounded by restaurants as well as other numerous tourist attractions.
  
  Address
  
  Osaka Osakashi Naniwa-ku Ebisuhigashi 1-18-6
  
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  - Tsutenkaku
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  15min
- Kushikatsu Daruma
  
  15:15
  
  30min
  
  Kushiage/Kushikatsu Fried Skewer Cuisine
  
  To really soak up the city’s lively atmosphere, head to Kushikatsu Daruma, a Kushi-age (fried skewer) restaurant for a quick snack. Once your done take your time exploring the area, as there are plenty of food stands and other various retail outlets clustered in this central hub.
  
  Address
  
  Osaka Osakashi Naniwa-ku Ebisuhigashi 1-6-8
  - Kushikatsu Daruma
  - Kushikatsu Daruma
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  75min
- Tsuruhashi Koreatown
  
  17:00
  
  30min
  
  Station
  
  For something a little different, make a trek to Osaka’s vibrant little Korea, home to a huge selection of bars, food stalls and outer commercial outlets. This cultural hub is a great place to spend the rest of the day, sampling incredible cuisine and exploring hidden pockets of this fascinating corner of Osaka.
  
  Address
  
  Osaka
  
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  - Tsuruhashi Koreatown
- FINISH
  
  17:30