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W Osaka

W Osaka

Minamisenba, Chuo Ward, Osaka

Opened 2021   $$$$

“Playful neon monolith”

Design Luxe Social
Lively

MICHELIN Guide · Forbes Travel Guide · Condé Nast Traveler

W Osaka — vibe

Vibe

Tadao Ando’s minimalist black monolith conceals vibrant neon spaces where resident DJs play in the high-energy lounge.

“Playful neon monolith”

Design

Monolithic black exterior by Tadao Ando concealing vibrant neon-lit interior concept spaces.

Luxe

Custom cocktail bars, deep soaking tubs, and dedicated Whatever Whenever concierge service.

Social

High-energy Living Room lounge featuring resident DJs, craft cocktails, and a lively crowd.

Lively

In Minamisenba near Midosuji's luxury boutiques and Dotonbori's neon nightlife.

W Osaka — rooms

Rooms

In-room cocktail bars and deep soaking tubs set the tone, framed by expansive views of Osaka.

W Osaka — backstory

Backstory

Osaka native Tadao Ando designed the black glass facade before the hotel debuted in 2021.

W Osaka — wellness

Wellness

An illuminated indoor pool and serene spa offer a quiet reset away from the buzzing streets below.

W Osaka — eat & drink

Eat & drink

The central Living Room serves craft cocktails alongside resident DJs, turning evening drinks into a lively scene.

The neighborhood

Midosuji's luxury flagships sit right outside, while the vibrant neon street food of Dotonbori is a short walk away.

“W Osaka is as vibrant and glamorous as you'd expect... though its riotous interiors are concealed inside a black monolith of a building...” 
MICHELIN Guide · 1 Key · 2024
“Don't let Tadao Ando's sleek black facade trick you — the interior of W Osaka proves bright, vibrant and full of color.” 
Forbes Travel Guide · Four-Star · 2024
“A perfect match for the vibrant and jovial culture of Osaka... infused with artworks and design details by local creatives.” 
Condé Nast Traveler · Readers' Choice · 2024

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