Landmarks & Historical Spots:

• Hozenji Temple (Namba): A moss-covered temple tucked in a side alley.
• Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine: One of Japan’s oldest shrines with unique architecture.
• Shitenno-ji Temple: Among the oldest Buddhist temples in Japan.

Cultural & Entertainment Experiences:

• Bunraku Puppet Theater: Watch traditional Japanese puppet plays.
• Kamigata Ukiyo-e Museum (Dotonbori): Woodblock prints specific to the Kamigata region.
• Osaka Museum of Housing and Living: Step into a life-size recreation of an Edo-period Osaka street.

Food & Culinary Hotspots:

• Dotonbori: Beyond takoyaki and okonomiyaki, try modern Osaka fusion cuisine and regional sake bars.
• Shinsekai: In addition to kushikatsu, sample old-style stews and nostalgic street snacks.
• Tenjinbashisuji Shotengai: Japan’s longest shopping street with local eateries and snack shops.
• Conveyor Belt Sushi (Kaiten-Zushi): Fresh, affordable sushi in casual settings.
• Izayaka Alleyways (Ura-Namba): Hidden backstreets with yakitori, grilled seafood, and small-plate dining.

Shopping & Trendy Areas:

• Nakazakicho: Retro cafés, artisan boutiques, and indie galleries in a charming old neighborhood.
• Koenji-like Atmosphere in Osaka (Tatsumibashi / Tsuruhashi): For Korean BBQ, local markets, and off-the-beaten-path thrift shopping.

Modern Attractions & Activities:

• Osaka Science Museum & National Museum of Art (Nakanoshima): Art and science exhibits in a riverside cultural hub.
• Spa World (Shinsekai): Themed hot spring “lands” for relaxation.