Uehommachi, Tanimachi 9-chome & Tsuruhashi
A calm temple-dotted neighborhood on the Uemachi Plateau, close to Tsuruhashi's market and yakiniku.
Centered on Kintetsu Osaka-Uehommachi Station and Osaka Metro Tanimachi 9-chome Station, this part of the Uemachi Plateau is dotted with shrines and temples such as Ikukunitama Shrine and the Seven Slopes of Tennoji. One stop east on Kintetsu, Tsuruhashi is known for its market and yakiniku restaurants.
Good for
Good points
- A little away from the busy districts, so it is relatively calm
- Kintetsu trains run toward Nara, and the JR Osaka Loop Line (Tsuruhashi Station) connects to the rest of Osaka
- Easy to enjoy temple walks and meals in Tsuruhashi
Things to keep in mind
- There are many slopes, which can be hard going with large luggage
- Fewer places stay open late than in Minami or Umeda
Nearby sights
- Ikukunitama ShrinePlaceholder imageHistory
Ikukunitama Shrine
Affectionately called “Ikutama-san,” a shrine with ancient origins.
- Tennoji Seven SlopesPlaceholder imageHistory
Tennoji Seven Slopes
Seven slopes on the western edge of the Uemachi Plateau, lined with temples and stone paving.
- Karahori Shopping StreetPlaceholder imageBackstreets
Karahori Shopping Street
Old-style shopping arcades and alleys that follow the slopes of the Uemachi Plateau.
- TsuruhashiPlaceholder imageBackstreets
Tsuruhashi
A market town and Korean community where the smell of yakiniku greets you at the station.
Places to stay
Hotels
- Daiwa Roynet Hotel Osaka UehonmachiPlaceholder image
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Osaka Uehonmachi
A Daiwa Roynet Hotel business hotel, about 2 min on foot from Osaka-Uehommachi Station (per the official site).
Address 〒543-0001 大阪府大阪市天王寺区上本町6-7-5
Nearest stations
- Osaka-Uehommachi Station (Kintetsu) (to be confirmed)
Exit 14 / approx. 2 min walk - Tanimachi 9-chome Station (Osaka Metro) (to be confirmed)
Exit 14 / approx. 2 min walk
Station names are unconfirmed candidates. Walking times and exits are not listed.
Walking times are estimates from official sites and the Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau.
Open in Google Maps ↗ - Osaka-Uehommachi Station (Kintetsu) (to be confirmed)
- Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi EkimaePlaceholder image
Toyoko Inn Osaka Tsuruhashi Ekimae
A Toyoko Inn business hotel, about 2 min on foot from Tsuruhashi Station (per the official site).
Address 〒543-0024 大阪府大阪市天王寺区舟橋町15-31
Nearest stations
- Tsuruhashi Station (JR / Kintetsu / Osaka Metro) (to be confirmed)
Osaka Metro Exit 1 / approx. 2 min walk
Station names are unconfirmed candidates. Walking times and exits are not listed.
Walking times are estimates from official sites and the Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau.
Open in Google Maps ↗ - Tsuruhashi Station (JR / Kintetsu / Osaka Metro) (to be confirmed)
Prices, availability and ratings change, so we do not list them. Check the official or booking site.
Sightseeing in this area
Where to stay, by area
- Namba & ShinsaibashiStay in the heart of Minami, steps from Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi.
- Umeda & Osaka StationA transport hub around JR Osaka Station, handy for Kyoto, Kobe and the Shinkansen.
- Shin-OsakaThe Shinkansen station area — handy for trips to and from Tokyo or Hiroshima, and for early departures or late arrivals.
- Tennoji & AbenoClose to Abeno Harukas and Tennoji Zoo, with good access to Kansai Airport and Nara.
- Osaka Castle & Tanimachi 4-chomeClose to Osaka Castle Park — great for morning walks and history trips.
- USJ & Osaka Bay AreaA waterfront area suited to trips centered on Universal Studios Japan or the Kaiyukan aquarium.