What to See in Chuo

Osaka Castle

Kuromon Ichiba Market

If you're looking for the freshest ingredients, this is the place to go. Whether it's meat, vegetables, fish, eggs, they have it all.

Osaka Castle Park

This green spot situated in the heart of Osaka surrounds the Osaka Castle and serves as a place of relaxation and rest for the citizens, as…

American Village

Also known as "Amerikamura", this small neighborhood is crammed with Western retail stores selling imported goods since the 70s.

Shinsaibashi OPA

This famous mall and the surrounding shopping district have a long tradition.

Ebisubashi Bridge

Linking two bustling neighborhoods, this bridge is a popular tourist sight.

Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine

Supposedly dating back to the 12th century, this charming shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god Inari.

Osaka Museum of History

Visit this intriguing history museum housed in a sail-shaped building.

Kani Douraku

If hungry, visit this branch of a popular Japanese restaurant chain focusing on fresh seafood such as lobsters, crabs, shrimps and much…

Osaka International Peace Center

Known simply as Peace Osaka, this museum is focused on Osaka's destruction during the WWII.

Hōzen-ji

Built in 1637, this quaint temple is located in a truly atmospheric area. It is known especially for its moss-covered Buddha statue.

Kanidoraku

Kani Dōraku is a Japanese restaurant chain that specialises in crustaceans and other seafood.

Chibo

One of the city's most popular restaurants, it features a big English sign at the entrance and an English menu, which makes it much easier…

NMB48 Theatre

NMB48 is a Japanese idol group that debuted in 2011 as the second sister group to AKB48, produced by Yasushi Akimoto.

Namba Grand Kagetsu

A popular theater focused on traditional Japanese comedy genres. The performances are really funny and you are likely to laugh out loud -…

Ikukunitama Shrine

Ikukunitama Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Tennōji-ku, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Its main festival is held annually on September 9.