Kansai International Airport 44 min
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (22 min)
One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life. Osaka Castle (15 min)
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits. Harukas 300 (12 min)
3-tiered observation areas on the 58th–60th floors, with an open-air atrium, enclosed glass & cafe. Osaka Tennoji Zoo (12 min)
Mainstay in Tennōji Park housing 200-plus species in varied habitats, from savanna to rainforest. American Village (12 min)
Shopping and fashion Universal Studios Japan (22 min)
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment. Umeda Sky Building (19 min)
Striking conjoined skyscrapers with a garden rooftop observation area, restaurant & cocktail lounge. Abeno Harukas (10 min)
Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel. Tsutenkaku (9 min)
Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public. Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel (21 min)
This 112.5m Ferris wheel holds 480 passengers & offers panoramic views plus illumination shows. Shitennoji (11 min)
Famed Buddhist temple built in 593 A.D. & featuring a 5-story pagoda, statues & ponds with turtles. Sumiyoshi Taisha (12 min)
Historic, 3rd-century Shinto shrine in a scenic setting with a red footbridge & a peaceful garden. Osaka Castle Park (21 min)
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more. Dotonbori (13 min)
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters. Kuromon Market (11 min)
Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs. | 
