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[2025] Must-visit museums and design hotels for art hopping in Osaka

[2025] Must-visit museums and design hotels for art hopping in Osaka

We'll introduce you to art spots in Osaka City, including the Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, which reopened after renovations in 2025. If you're planning on touring art museums in Osaka, we recommend staying at Hotel Noum OSAKA, a design hotel with art in the guest rooms and throughout the building.

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The guest rooms at Hotel Noum OSAKA feature a simple design that uses warm materials and colors and includes only the necessities.

With the desire to "keep the mind and body neutral during your stay at the hotel," we have minimized the number of electrical appliances and instead placed art and plants selected to match the guest rooms.


It is also within walking distance of the Nakanoshima Island area, which is dotted with art museums, so it is recommended as a base for visiting art museums.

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Top 3 Art Museums in Osaka City

This time, we will introduce you to a variety of museums, from the latest hot topic of art that was renovated in 2025 to some hidden gems.

Osaka Municipal Museum of Fine Arts, which will reopen in 2025

[2025] Must-visit museums and design hotels for art hopping in Osaka

The Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts reopened in 2025 after a major renovation, approximately two and a half years after it was first opened. After the renovation, a new entrance was installed and the Chuo hall became a free admission zone, transforming the museum into one that is easy to drop in to.

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◆Travelers Points

・You can also use the cafe without paying admission.

・Abeno Harukas can be seen from the terrace

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◆Access

Approximately 25 minutes by train from "Hotel Noum OSAKA"

The nearest station is Tennoji Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line.

★By bicycle, it takes about 22 minutes. We also recommend renting a bike.


The Museum of Toyo Ceramics, Osaka , blends seamlessly into Nakanoshima Island Park

[2025] Must-visit museums and design hotels for art hopping in Osaka

The Museum of Toyo Ceramics, Osaka was established in 1982 to commemorate the donation of the world-famous Ataka Collection from the Sumitomo Group. In 2024, the museum was renovated to create a brighter, more open space.

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◆Travelers Points

・There is a cafe in the entrance hall

・Not only the glass-walled entrance, but also the beautiful exterior is noteworthy

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◆Access

About a 15-minute walk from Hotel Noum OSAKA

The nearest station is Naniwabashi Station on the Keihan Railway

★Nearby Nakanoshima Island Park and Osaka Chuo Public Hall are also recommended spots.


Nakanoshima Island Kosetsu Museum of Art: A hidden art museum in Nakanoshima Island

[2025] Must-visit museums and design hotels for art hopping in Osaka

The Nakanoshima Island Kosetsu Museum of Art is located on the 4th floor of Nakanoshima Island Festival Tower West. Although it is located in a high-rise building in the city center that also houses shops, restaurants, and offices, it is an urban art museum that exudes the tranquility of being in the mountains.

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◆Travelers Points

・Located close to the station, it's easy to stop by in between sightseeing

There are cafes and restaurants in the same building

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◆Access

Approximately 17 minutes by train from "Hotel Noum OSAKA"

The nearest station is Watanabebashi Station on the Keihan Railway

★By bicycle, it takes about 10 minutes. We also recommend renting a bike.


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After enjoying art all day, relax in your room and soak in the afterglow.

◆Luggage storage is available from 7:00 on the day of check-in.

◆ After checking out, please collect your luggage by 23:00.

◆Rental bikes are available for a fee.

To make a reservation, please click here: "Hotel Noum OSAKA"

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Hotel / Cafe Lounge Hotel Noum is a 50-room hotel located in Minamitemma, Osaka. CONTACT +81 6-6940-0882 noum.osaka@no-um.jp

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