TEMPO.COM, Jakarta - The Indonesian national football team visited Japan for the decisive match of the third round in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the Asian region. This match took place at the Suita City Stadium in Osaka, Japan, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Unfortunately, the Garuda Squad suffered a heavy defeat as the game ended 0-6 for the Blue Samurai squad.
Beyond the excitement of the football match, Osaka stands out as a vibrant metropolis offering a diverse array of tourist destinations. Among these, the Dotonbori District is consistently highlighted as a particularly popular area sought after by travelers. Both TripAdvisor and Hotels.com frequently recommend this district for its captivating atmosphere and numerous attractions.
7 Osaka's Premier Tourist Attractions
1. Dotonbori District
The Dotonbori District is the pulsating heart of Osaka's nightlife and entertainment. This bustling area captivates tourists with its vibrant neon lights, iconic landmarks such as the Glico Running Man, and countless dining options.
2. Universal Studios Japan
Located in the Osaka Bay area, Universal Studios Japan is a major attraction that invites visitors to enjoy various rides and shows based on iconic films like Jurassic Park, Despicable Me, and Harry Potter.
3. Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Explore 15 large aquariums housing over 300,000 marine animals from the Pacific Ocean. From manta rays to sea otters, Japanese spider crabs, and penguins, there is a vast array of marine life to discover.
4. Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is one of Japan's most iconic buildings. Built by the samurai warlord Hideyoshi Toyotomi, the castle's museum exhibition brings its story to life. After learning about Hideyoshi Toyotomi's history, visitors can enjoy panoramic city views from the top of the castle.
5. Minami (Namba)
Known as Namba, Minami is the area's busiest entertainment district. This vibrant hub is a prime destination for tourists who enjoy shopping, offering a wide variety of department stores, boutiques, and street markets. The best time to explore Minami is in the evening when the area truly comes alive.
6. Osaka Station City
Osaka Station City is more than just a transportation hub; it is a vast shopping and entertainment complex. The area features a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes, and even a unique sky farm.
7. Sumiyoshi Taisha
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine is located in the southern part of Osaka. Famous for its traditional festivals, Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine attracts many visitors each year for Hatsumode, the first visit to a Buddhist or Shinto shrine at the beginning of the new year.
Popular Summer Destinations
Tokyo currently tops the list of popular summer destinations for 2025, according to the annual travel report released by the Mastercard Economics Institute. Following closely, Osaka takes the second position.
Both Tokyo and Osaka are popular summer destinations largely due to the long-term depreciation of the Japanese currency. Tokyo also became the most visited city in the world in 2024, surpassing Bangkok, which had held the position for several years.
This ranking is based on an analysis of flight data from OAG Aviation, which tracks bookings for summer travel from June to September, compared to the same period last year. These trending destinations have shown the largest relative increase in the number of tourists.
Rina Widiastuti, Fayrisya Maliha, and Yunia Pratiwi also contributed to the writing of this article
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