Kinki Region Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Kinki Region
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Osaka Shiki Theater. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Uhoin.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Shinsaibashi
You'll love the popular shops in Shinsaibashi, and you might want to stick around to check out Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, a top place to visit.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Excellent experience. Very clean, attentive housekeeping, ample amenities, and great price for the location. Breakfast buffet is highly recommendable for Japanese and foreigner for the variety. Worth every penny. Will be booking again.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Really liked this place, especially having the connected room if you are traveling with family. Check in was thorough. There was laundry machines available at an affordable price. The staff was very very sweet I am particularly talking about the sweet cleaning lady on our floor. The room was clean ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean and perfect
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east
Nice place. Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station
Our stay here was wondeful. We enjoyed the coffee, the games and the room and bathroom was very nice. The area is centrally located and we very much enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST
Good front desk service
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Japan
Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Osaka Castle
Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
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- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Castle
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Suzuka International Racing Course
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Ise Grand Shrine
- Spa World
- Dogo Onsen
- Nijō Castle
- Nabana no Sato
- Nipponbashi
- Kuromon Market
- Nishiki Market
- Adventure World
- Kawaramachi Street
- Intex Osaka
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Kyoto Tower
- New Reoma World
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Uno Port
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Nara Park
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
