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All 3 Osaka guides

Every guide so far, from choosing between Namba and Umeda to the day trips out of the city.

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Essentials Things to Do in Osaka: Castle, Dotonbori and Where to Eat What to do in Osaka by area: Osaka Castle Park, Dotonbori's canal, Shinsekai, Nakanoshima, Kuromon Market and wet-weather options, with closing days. 13 October 2026

Day trip Best Day Trips from Osaka: Nara, Kobe, Himeji and Koyasan Seven day trips from Osaka compared: Nara, Kobe, Himeji Castle, Koyasan, Minoh Falls, Arima Onsen and the Daisen Kofun, with fares and hours where confirmed. 13 October 2026

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Where to stay Where to Stay in Osaka: Namba, Umeda or Shinsaibashi? Short answer: Namba for a first trip, Umeda for trains north and west, Shinsaibashi for shopping. Osaka's main areas compared by station. 13 October 2026