Published date: July 18, 2025
A Perfect Solo Trip to Osaka! It's Okay to Eat Until You Drop.
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
From the moment I found this place on HafH, I was curious, and my stay exceeded my expectations in comfort.
Juso is more of a deep town where the "living" of Osaka shines through than a sightseeing spot. There’s an old shopping street right in front of the station, brimming with locals both day and night. It's a little away from the bustling areas of Namba and Umeda, but since I was headed to Expo Park, the location was just perfect.
I made my reservation with a bit of apprehension based on others’ stories about the hotel district, but it was indeed more of a hotel area than I thought. It’s fine during the day, but it may be a bit unsettling at night—ladies and families should be cautious.
There was no one at the front desk when I arrived, but they responded promptly when I called. The female staff at the front desk was very pleasant.
I was supposed to have a twin room (it's the only option with HafH), but I got a double instead. Since I was alone, I thought it was okay and didn’t say anything, but the room was spacious and comfortable! The amenities were quite well-stocked, including hair treatments and face masks, a service not often found elsewhere.
From 5 PM, there’s a limited-time offer for free alcohol and light snacks in the lounge. I didn’t have high expectations, but the drinks were good, and the snacks included warm edamame and fried chicken. I had already had a light snack outside, but I enjoyed relaxing at the hotel.
The free breakfast had fewer options but excellent side dishes and drinks, which left me very satisfied. (Could some of the side dishes be homemade?)
I didn’t see the staff much, but their thoughtful service was felt everywhere, reflecting the warmth of Osaka. Thank you very much.
I will definitely be returning here.
Experiences during the trip
This time, I decided to visit "Expo Memorial Park" instead of "Expo" itself. I love the vast greenery and the Tower of the Sun. Visiting the Ethnological Museum and the Folk Craft Museum inside the park is a must-do. It was hot, but it was a time well spent recharging my energy!
In the evening, while wandering around the station area, I started with the original negiyaki at Negiyaki Yamamoto, which is said to be the birthplace of this dish, and then enjoyed a variety of takoyaki at the famous "Osaka Iggy," which was selected as a Bib Gourmand in the "Michelin Guide Kyoto-Osaka 2018." I took them to my hotel to enjoy with a highball, and they were both incredibly delicious! It was nice that both were just a few minutes' walk from the hotel.
I think this is a perfect spot for those who want to feel the relaxed everyday life of Osaka rather than the hustle and bustle of tourist spots.
I ate a lot, but I could have stuffed my face even more!