OSAKA, JAPAN (2026) | 10 Awesome Things To Do In & Around Osaka (+ Travel Tips)

Nestled in the heart of Honshu, Osaka is Japan’s third-largest city and an important commercial center. As a true economic powerhouse, this sprawling metropolis is a forest of futuristic skyscrapers and high-speed energy. Often called the 'Nation’s Kitchen,' Osaka is also known for its street food and vibrant nightlife. In this video, we’ll count down 10 of the best things to do in Osaka for your first visit. At the end, we’ll also share some must-know travel tips. 🔗 OSAKA LINKS, ACTIVITIES & MORE INFO ☑️ https://www.getyourguide.com/osaka-l1204/osaka-dotonbori-river-cruise-with-glico-sign-neon-views-t1054760/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Osaka_video ☑️ Abeno Harukas tower observatory ticket: https://www.getyourguide.com/osaka-l1204/osaka-abeno-harukas-300-observatory-e-ticket-t556505/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Osaka_video ☑️ Okonomiyaki & takoyaki cooking class: https://www.getyourguide.com/osaka-l1204/osaka-cooking-class-okonomiyaki-takoyaki-course-in-nanba-t914605/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Osaka_video ☑️ Osaka street food tour: https://www.getyourguide.com/osaka-l1204/hungry-osaka-street-food-tour-15-tastings-3-drinks-t513983/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Osaka_video ☑️ Universal Studios Japan general e-ticket: https://www.getyourguide.com/universal-studios-japan-l80971/osaka-universal-studios-japan-e-ticket-t129258/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Osaka_video ☑️ Universal Studios Japan website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/en/us 😴 WHERE TO STAY IN OSAKA: - Holiday Inn Express (Hommachi - where we stayed - $$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/holiday-inn-express-osaka-city-centre-midosuji.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - Harmonie Embrassee (Kita - $$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/harmonie-embrassee.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - APA Hotel & Resort (Namba - $$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/apahoterurizotoda-ban-nanbayi-qian-tawa.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 🎥 MORE JAPAN VIDEOS: - Tokyo: https://youtu.be/CvgC6z8Wrxw - Kyoto: https://youtu.be/aSksCBrDKO8 - Hiroshima: https://youtu.be/I3HsYv4sNms - Takayama: https://youtu.be/iI20EyJZZ2o - Okinawa: https://youtu.be/ptmKQhvQLxQ - Kanazawa: https://youtu.be/o0UeQJMJOZc - Japan Top 10: https://youtu.be/FTwxtyOEGyM - Japan Travel Guide + Itinerary: https://youtu.be/ep1UL_2wQqI - 14 Days In Japan: https://youtu.be/N_wG4Vq6asM 🗺️ ACCESS GOOGLE MAP & FULL JAPAN GUIDE: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/post/japan-travel-guide ✍️ GET TRAVEL PLANNER AT 50% OFF: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/product-page/comprehensive-travel-planner 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: - Book cheap flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/3559813/1027991/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001 - Book accommodation: https://www.booking.com/index.html?aid=7936148 - Book rental car: https://www.discovercars.com/?a_aid=Wordwildhearts - Book ferry tickets: https://www.ferryhopper.com/?aff_uid=wrwhrts - Get ESIM at 15% discount with code WWH15: https://saily.com/worldwildhearts - Find the best hiking trails: https://alltrails.pxf.io/c/3559813/1865884/22353 ✅ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/WorldWildHearts 😊 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/worldwildhearts/ https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwildhearts ‼️ Note: some (drone) shots are stock footage from Canva 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS: Driving For Life Instrumental Version by Vens Adams Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective Spun by WOOLFSON Train To Fuji No Backing Vocals by Angel Salazar Wav Two by Sakura Kawaii Kitty Dance by Peter Spacey Come True Instrumental Version by AM Beef 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Dotonbori 2:00 Temples And Shrines 3:00 Osaka Castle And Park 4:06 Kuromon Market 5:02 Abeno Harukas Observation Deck 6:05 Cooking Class 6:52 Himeji Day Trip 8:27 Universal Studios Japan 9:40 Tennoji Park 10:32 Shinsekai 11:26 Osaka Travel Tips #osaka #japan #thingstodoinosaka