2-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana-Ku, Osaka 554-0031 Osaka Prefecture

Universal Studios Japan offers world-class entertainment such as authentic attractions and shows, based not only on Hollywood blockbusters but also popular entertainment brands, and a variety of seasonal events entertaining its guests to the fullest. Universal Studios Japan has continued to evolve since its opening and has recently accelerated its growth with the launch of world-class entertainment experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Flying Dinosaur and Minion Park and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem Ride. SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, a new area where you can enjoy entertainment based on world-renowned Nintendo characters and their worlds.

1-1-88 Oyodonaka, Kita-Ku Umeda Sky Bldg., Osaka 531-0076 Osaka Prefecture

This modern, soaring building consists of two towers connected by an observation deck that offers a spectacular view of the city.

1-18-6 Ebisuhigashi Naniwaku, Osaka 556-0002 Osaka Prefecture

1-1-43 Abenosuji, Abeno-Ku, Osaka 545-0052 Osaka Prefecture

1-1-10 Kaigandori Minatoku, Osaka 552-0022 Osaka Prefecture

1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwaku, Osaka 556-0002 Osaka Prefecture

5-15 Kakudacho, Kita-ku Hep Five Mall, Osaka Osaka Prefecture

1-1-88 Oyodonaka Kitaku, Osaka 531-6023 Osaka Prefecture

1-11-18 Shitennoji, Tennoji-Ku, Osaka 543-0051 Osaka Prefecture

The oldest temple in Japan, built over 1,400 years ago, this temple is famous for its symmetrical design and even has an architectural arrangement named after it,”Shitenno-ji-style temple layout.”

2-9-89 Sumiyoshi, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0045 Osaka Prefecture

Built prior to the influx of Buddhist architecture, this shrine - one of the oldest in Japan - exemplifies a purely Japanese style design.

6-4-20 Tenjimbashi, Kita-ku 8F, Osaka 530-0041 Osaka Prefecture

1 Nakanoshima, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture

1-1-79 Temma, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0043 Osaka Prefecture

Tour the facility that produces Japanese coins and medals of honor and visit the historic coinage museum year-round. If you visit during the spring, you might catch the cherry blossoms on the Mint's 400 cherry trees.

Ofukacho, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0011 Osaka Prefecture

With more than 260 vendors, Grand Front Osaka offers everything from cosmetics to cafes. The shops sell popular international and Japanese brands and an appreciable collection of Made in Japan brands.

3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0001 Osaka Prefecture

This is the largest integrated commercial complex in western Japan. Centering around JR Osaka Station, the OSAKA STATION CITY features the fashion building LUCUA Osaka on its northern side, and the department store Daimaru Umeda, Hotel Granvia Osaka and the restaurant zone Umaimono Plaza in its southern section.Here, you can shop for all sorts of souvenirs such as cosmetics and Japanese and Western confectioneries. If you're hungry, there's an enormous variety of Japanese restaurants and international restaurants to choose from. Within OSAKA STATION CITY, there are ten distinct plazas, including ”Toki-no-hiroba Plaza(Time and Space Plaza)” characterized by its giant dome-shaped roof spreading over the station; ”South Gate Plaza,” where you can see the water clock that is Japan's only clock chosen for ”12 of the world's most beautiful clocks” on CNN's website in 2014; and ”Tenku-no-noen Farm (Sky Farm),” an oasis where you can connect with nature in the heart of the city.