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 family-friendly 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.
Top hotels in Ikuno
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"I liked the room and the hotel amenities especially having a 7-11 in the hotel. Room was small but typical for Japan. The check in was not good. One person taking in all the luggage while four staff members just stand at the front desk not helping at all. Then when you check in you have to do it ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Staff help me to change room because of the air conditioning problem .👍"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Awesome hotel and location is the best for those who want to explore the Namba area. It was very family-friendly and trendy hotel."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"NA AC was working fine"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Great experience! Clean room, pretty spacious bathroom too!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
"The drains in the bathroom smell very bad. We had 2 rooms on separate floors and they both had bad smelling washrooms but the room 1121 was worse. The staff cleaned and did a full service on the air for us which helped for a bit but the bad smell would just return. We ended up leaving a cup of coffee ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ikuno
Tennoji
Spend some time visiting places like Tennoji Zoo while getting to know Tennoji, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station or Momodani Station to see more of the area.
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.
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).
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.
Soemon-cho
Soemon-cho is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dotonbori, a top place to visit in the area.
Higashishinsaibashi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Higashishinsaibashi. You might consider stopping by Hope Chapel Osaka while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
