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Kids and adults alike can have a thrilling day at Universal Studios Japan, one of the top theme parks located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from central Osaka. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Universal Studios Japan, you'll love Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, both located nearby.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Dotonbori, a popular place for shoppers in Minami. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Hozenji-Yokocho Alley, Namba Walk Shopping Mall, and Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street.

Get your fill of Osaka Castle— one of the top attractions in Chuo and worth a pic or two during your stay in Osaka. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Osaka has to offer, head to Dotonbori, Osaka Castle Park, and Osaka-jō Hall.

Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Make time to visit the sea animals who live at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and find out why this is a popular attraction in Osaka. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

You can learn about the history of Osaka with a stop at Tsutenkaku Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.