9 Chome Travel Guide
Osaka
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Have a fun-filled day at Universal Studios Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dotonbori
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Dotonbori, a favourite shopping spot in Osaka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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
Make time to visit the sea creatures at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and find out why this is a popular attraction in Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is a popular museum in Osaka with a rich history. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Nipponbashi
During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Top hotels in 9 Chome
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Excellent location right next to Namba station. The hotel lobby is stunning. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Their breakfast buffet is amazing with many food choices
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our stay is amazing.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Honestly great place to stay. Room was perfect for what we needed and shower was very nice. Also, since it is connected to the station, it is very easy to get around the entire area and is close to some of the best shopping and food.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Excellent well-balanced breakfast, fast & professional responses from staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Amazing room, great facilities and excellent customer service. The sauna and spa was fantastic with unmatched views. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Nice hotel, convenience stay in Namba, and staff was excellent, very friendly, helpful and quick response. For sure stay again when travel to Osaka
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 9 Chome
Minami
Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka.
Sennichimae
If you're spending time in Sennichimae, you might enjoy attractions like Dotonbori and Namba Walk Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nippombashi Station to see more of the city.
Nanbasennichimae
If you're spending some time in Nanbasennichimae, Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Chuo
Chuo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dotonbori and Osaka Castle. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Sakaisuji-hommachi Station or Matsuyamachi Station.
