Shinsekai, Osaka

Name: Shinsekai
Address: Osaka, Japan

#155 among attractions in Osaka

Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing

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Facts and practical information

Shinsekai is an old neighbourhood located next to south Osaka City's downtown "Minami" area. The neighbourhood was created in 1912 with New York as a model for its southern half and Paris for its northern half. At this location, a Luna Park amusement park operated from 1912 until it closed in 1923. The centrepiece of the neighbourhood was Tsutenkaku Tower. ()

Local name: 新世界 Coordinates: 34°39'8"N, 135°30'22"E

Address

ミナミ (浪速区)Osaka Japan

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Shinsekai – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dōtonbori, Shitennō-ji, Namba, Abeno Cues Town.

1.2 miN
Popular district for dining and theater
Dōtonbori, Osaka
31 min walk • Dōtonbori is an iconic shopping district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and an array of dazzling neon lights. This bustling area, which runs along the Dōtonbori canal, is a feast for the senses, offering a multitude of...
0.6 miE
Buddhist temple dating to 593 A.D.
Shitennō-ji, Osaka
15 min walk • Shitennō-ji, located in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, stands as a testament to the country's ancient Buddhist history. This revered temple, founded in 593 AD by Prince Shōtoku, who is credited with introducing Buddhism to Japan, is one of the oldest officially...
1 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Namba, Osaka
27 min walk • Namba is a bustling district in the heart of Osaka, Japan, known as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse shopping options, Namba encompasses several shopping centers, each with its own unique...
0.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Abeno Cues Town, Osaka
16 min walk • Abeno Cues Town, nestled in the bustling city of Osaka, Japan, is a contemporary shopping centre that has become a pivotal destination for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive retail experience. This modern commercial complex is strategically located in the...
~110 ftN
Iconic tower with an observation deck
Tsūtenkaku, Osaka
1 min walk • Rising proudly in the heart of Osaka's Shinsekai district, Tsūtenkaku, known affectionately as the "Tower Reaching Heaven," is a well-known landmark and a symbol of the city's resilience and modernity. This iconic structure stands at a height of 103 meters and offers...
0.8 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Osaka
21 min walk • The Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, known as Edion Arena Osaka for sponsorship reasons, stands as a testament to the city's passion for sports and entertainment. This multifunctional indoor arena, located in the bustling heart of Osaka, Japan, is a hub for a wide variety...
~1420 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, Osaka
7 min walk • The Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts is a museum located in Tennōji Park, Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan. The museum focuses on Japanese and east Asian art.
~1370 ftSE
Manicured city space with cafes
Tennoji Park, Osaka
7 min walk • The Tennōji Park is a park with botanical garden at 1–108, Chausuyama-cho, Tennōji-ku, Osaka, Japan.
1.1 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Liberty Osaka, Osaka
28 min walk • Liberty Osaka is a museum dedicated to human rights situated in Naniwa-ku, a ward in south Osaka City.
~1540 ftE
Classic 12th-century Buddhist temple
Isshin-ji, Osaka
8 min walk • Isshin-ji is a Pure Land Buddhist temple in Osaka, Japan. Starting in the Meiji period, thirteen images have been formed, each incorporating the ashes of tens of thousands of devotees.
0.7 miN
Skyscraper, Shopping centre, Shopping
Namba Parks, Osaka
18 min walk • Namba Parks is an office and shopping complex located in Namba-naka Nichome, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan, the south of Namba Station on Nankai Railway.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shinsekai?

Nearby attractions include Tsūtenkaku, Osaka (1 min walk), Tennōji Zoo, Osaka (3 min walk), Tennoji Park, Osaka (7 min walk), Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, Osaka (7 min walk).

How to get to Shinsekai by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shinsekai:

Tram

Ebisu-cho • Lines: Hn (3 min walk)
新今宮駅前 • Lines: Hn (7 min walk)

Metro

Ebisucho • Lines: K (7 min walk)
Dobutsuen-mae • Lines: K, M (7 min walk)

Train

Shin-Imamiya-Ekimae (7 min walk)
Shin-Imaimiya (9 min walk)

Bus

NANKAI NAMBA bus terminal (22 min walk)
Minatomachi Bus Terminal (30 min walk)