Sumiyoshi
Osaka
Visit Sumiyoshi
Popular places to visit
Sumiyoshi Taisha
Find out about the history of Osaka with a stop at Sumiyoshi Taisha. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Things to do
Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Pickleball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with Locals!
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Top hotels in Sumiyoshi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"It was a great stay at this location. Very conveniently located at JR Namba Station. OCAT right next door was a plus getting to KIX. The hotel was gorgeous and had everything we needed. Rooms are small but enough for two. The only complaint is about the elevator waits during peak times. Bonus having ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Very clean , staff very helpful , not far away from the Osaka station , restaurant all around and 5 minutes walk bus station to take you back to airport (Kansai airport ) ."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"The laundry room was extremely useful and the vacuum packing machine was a plus. The room was a bit tight but it’s probably because we had 3 beds. Location of the hotel was convenient for food and shopping. The only negative about the location was the noise and sensory overload once you step outside. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"The location is very close to dotonburi and Namba train stations. The staff is very helpful and the view was great!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Kansai Airport Washington Hotel
"We love our 8 nights stay in Kansai Washington Hotel, we got big rooms and 3 beds, big space for our luggage."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Great experience! Clean room, pretty spacious bathroom too!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sumiyoshi
Nishinari
Shopping and spas are just a few features Nishinari is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Tengachaya West Station or Kishinosato Station.
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Tennoji Zoo while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.
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).
Naniwa
Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are top sights in Naniwa, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ashiharabashi Station or Ashihara-cho Station to see more sights in the area.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
