Osaka guest house sakura – Hostel

In the heart of Osaka, this guest house/hostel sits near Minami-morimachi and the Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Arcade. Osaka Museum of History and Osaka Science Museum are a short drive away. Umeda, Dotonbori and Osaka Station City are an easy train hop (about 10 minutes to Umeda/Shinsaibashi/Namba; Osaka Castle roughly 30 minutes from nearby stations). Kansai Intl. (KIX) is the preferred airport.

Renovated from a former eel shop in 2016, Sakura mixes cozy Japanese atmosphere with simple modern digs. There are 54 air-conditioned rooms, shared bathrooms with hair dryers, and a communal kitchen for cooking. Expect a social, nostalgic vibe and regular guest events like an evening Takoyaki party.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, a bar/lounge, shared kitchen, laundry and luggage storage. The property also offers a ballroom and a roundtrip airport shuttle on request (surcharge). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 8:00–10:00 for a fee.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Luggage storage, safe deposit box and laundry services are available. Front desk is staffed during limited hours; airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge.

Grab a drink at the on-site bar/lounge or cook in the communal kitchen. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available each morning (8:00–10:00, fee). Don’t miss the nightly Takoyaki party — Osaka’s signature street-food served all-you-can-eat for ¥500.