Kansai International Airport 44 min
Shitennoji (23 min) Famed Buddhist temple built in 593 A.D. & featuring a 5-story pagoda, statues & ponds with turtles. Sumiyoshi Taisha (24 min) Historic, 3rd-century Shinto shrine in a scenic setting with a red footbridge & a peaceful garden. Dotonbori (24 min) Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters. Universal Studios Japan (8 min) This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment. Osaka Castle Park (25 min) Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more. Tsutenkaku (22 min) Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public. Osaka Castle (18 min) Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits. Kuromon Market (22 min) Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs. Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (1 min) Amusement park Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (14 min) One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life. Abeno Harukas (21 min) Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel. Umeda Sky Building (22 min) Striking conjoined skyscrapers with a garden rooftop observation area, restaurant & cocktail lounge. Osaka Tennoji Zoo (18 min) Mainstay in Tennōji Park housing 200-plus species in varied habitats, from savanna to rainforest. American Village (22 min) Shopping and fashion Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel (14 min) This 112.5m Ferris wheel holds 480 passengers & offers panoramic views plus illumination shows. |