Enjoy a slower pace of sightseeing — and perhaps even get a little spiritual — at Kawarayaji Temple. If it's possible to venture inside, why not pause for a moment or two of quiet meditation?

This place of worship is situated in Higashiomi, a place that has so much going for it! Azuchi Castle Ruins, Nobunagano Yakatac Museum, and Mt. Hachiman Castle Ruins Lift are other worthwhile sightseeing choices nearby when you're all done at Kawarayaji Temple.

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Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

Konohana

per person

Jul 11 - Jul 15

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Located just right outside Universal City Station and Universal Studios Japan itself, this is one of the best hotels you can stay at if you're planning for a trip down to USJ. It can be on the pricier side, but if you treasure your sleep and want to be right outside the gate just as it opens, this is your definite go-to for lodging. Also helps that your bed is just a 5-10 min walk away from the gates after a long day of queuing and walking (and of course playing) at USJ! Our feet and back were aching, and it was a relief we could rest up without travelling via train again. It was also a nice touch to have breakfast the next morning waiting for us downstairs. Amenities are great, you've got your usual heated toilet seat with bidet, good hot shower and tub, aircon and all. Pillows could be better, but all the staff there were great. Breakfast was good too. It was a continental breakfast with some japanese dishes. Free flow drinks and ice cream. There was a kids section at the buffet that had all kids would ever want, fries, spaghetti bolognese and some other fried stuff (no veggies HAHA) and these tables were thoughtfully lowered, so that they could help themselves to them. A very nice touch. All in all, will be back again for our next USJ trip when the Donkey Kong land opens

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2024

Eslead Hotel Osaka Nipponbashi

Minami

per person

Jul 11 - Jul 15

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)

Very close to the subway and within walking distance of restaurants, culture and shopping. I'd definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024

Namba Oriental Hotel

Namba

per person

Jul 11 - Jul 15

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Rooms need to be updated. Carpet many stains…

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2024

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