12 recommended sightseeing spots in Namba and Shinsaibashi that you can enjoy even on your own

 Sightseeing in Osaka can be enjoyed even by yourself, such as watching popular live performances or going to the theater , but here are some recommended spots in the Minami area that you can enjoy before and after major events.

There are many sightseeing spots and shops in Namba and Shinsaibashi that even solo travelers can enjoy.

 Sightseeing in Osaka can be enjoyed even by yourself, such as watching popular live performances or going to the theater , but here are some recommended spots in the Minami area that you can enjoy before and after major events.

12 recommended sightseeing spots in Namba and Shinsaibashi that you can enjoy even on your own

There are many sightseeing spots , shopping, food, etc. in the Minami area (Namba/  Shinsaibashi ) that you can enjoy even if you are alone! We will introduce recommended sightseeing spots in Namba and Shinsaibashi
that you can enjoy even on your own ! 

[Dotonbori] Why not take a photo of the Glico sign from the boat [Tonbori River Cruise]

 “Glico’s large signboard” is a must-see when you come to Osaka for sightseeing.

• Store name: Tonbori River Cruise
  Phone number: 050-1807-4118
  Address: 7-13 Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku,  Osaka

　Enjoy live comedy to the fullest at [Namba Grand Kagetsu, the Hall of Laughter]

 Speaking of Osaka , everyone recognizes it as a comedy town. Namba Grand Kagetsu, a temple of laughter that is said to be a sacred place, is literally located in Namba. The comedy live show will be held 365 days a year and will make you laugh😀

• Store name: Namba Grand Kagetsu
  Phone number: 06-6641-0888
  Business hours: 11:30-23:00
  Address: 11-6 Namba Sennichimae, Chuo-ku,  Osaka

Why not enjoy Kabuki too? [Osaka Shochikuza]

 Osaka Shochikuza is a prestigious theater located in the middle of Namba Dotonbori .

• Store name: Osaka Shochikuza
  Phone number: 06-6214-2211
  Business hours: Varies depending on performance
  Address: 1-9-19 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku,  Osaka

A traditional Western restaurant right next to Shochikuza [Harijyu Grill]

You can enjoy traditional Western food at Hariju Grill, a retro building along Midosuji Street in Dotonbori , right next to  Osaka Shochikuza. Osaka’s gourmet culture developed as products from all over the world gathered in  Osaka , and Western cuisine has also developed in its own way.

• Store name: Harijyu Dotonbori store Grill (Western food)
  Phone number: 06-6211-5357
  Business hours: 11:30-20:30
  Address: 1-9-19 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku,  Osaka

Enjoy movies in Shinsaibashi [TOHO Cinemas Namba]

 There are many movie theaters in Shinsaibashi and Namba. Introducing TOHO Cinemas Namba, which is located right in front of Namba Station and screens many domestic movies. With an annex and a large number of theaters, you can watch the movies you want whenever you want. Being able to watch a movie in a comfortable, air-conditioned seat while traveling is a privilege for solo travelers.

• Store name: TOHO Cinemas Namba Main building
  Phone number: 050-6868-5043
  Business hours: According to screening times
  Address: 3-8-9 Namba, Chuo-ku,  Osaka

Enjoy visiting sushi restaurants! ?

There are many sushi restaurants in the Minami area (Namba/ Shinsaibashi ) , which is located in the center of  Osaka , the city of food lovers . Sushi originally originated as a take-out food that you could eat even when you didn’t have much time. Why not enjoy sushi casually with the light footwork that only one person can do? 

Enjoy Namba’s takeout sweets

Namba is becoming more and more crowded, and with the 2025  Osaka Expo just around the corner, new shops are opening one after another, but I think the shops that are most responsive to trends are the sweets shops. We have put together a list of the latest takeout sweets in the
 Shinsaibashi -Namba area.

Pure cafe tour

I think one of the perks of traveling alone is the freedom to spend your time on your own while traveling. The  Osaka Minami area is a very lively downtown area, so it’s hard to relax.

We are introducing a unique cafe where you can have a morning meal.

Enjoy karaoke alone

If you want to go to various places by bus, please refer to this page.

You can also go see the Platto house! ? [Namba Housing Expo]

There is actually a large housing exhibition hall in the Namba area where the baseball stadium used to be.
Namba Housing Expo is one of the largest housing exhibition halls in Kansai. Domestic house builders are gathering together. If you take a look at the latest houses while traveling…it will be fun and will surely inspire you. Various events are also held here, so you can enjoy the festival atmosphere.

• Store name: Namba Housing Expo
  Phone number: 06-6632-3100
  Address: 1-1-1 Shikitsu Higashi, Naniwa-ku,  Osaka

The Namba area is also a mecca for electrical shops [Yamada Denki LABI 1 LIFE SELECT Namba]

With its roots in Denden Town in Nihonbashi in the Minami area, the Namba area has traditionally had a flourishing electrical industry and was home to many wholesalers.
Many large electronics stores still open near Namba Station.

• Store name: Yamada Denki LABI 1 LIFE SELECT Namba
  Phone number: 06-6649-8171
  Business hours: 10:00-21:00
  Address: 2-11-35 Namba Naka, Naniwa-ku,  Osaka