Yodogawa
Osaka
Popular places to visit
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.
Spa World
Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat.
Things to do
Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka Subway and Attractions Pass
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure
Top hotels in Yodogawa
karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower
room a bit small but I guess reasonable in the area. otherwise we're happy with the stay at this hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean room!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Great staff, clean room, great view!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Nice place. Well located. Excellent service
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Staff, amenities and room cleaning were amazing. Food was delicious
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba
Right at the end of Dotonbori street. Close to everything
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yodogawa
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 Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Umeda Arts Theater.
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).
Shinchi
If you're spending time in Shinchi, you might enjoy attractions like Sankei Hall Breeze and Herbis Plaza. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station to see more of the city.
Fukushima
Fukushima is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Nodahanshin Station or Noda Station (Hanshin) to explore sights like Osaka Central Wholesale Market.
Honmachi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Honmachi. You might consider stopping by Osaka Kigyoka Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Nishi
Shopping, hot springs and spas highlight some notable features of Nishi. Make a stop by Kyocera Dome Osaka or Orix Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Nagahori Station or Awaza Station to get around town.
