Shinkaichi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 relaxing area.

Kobe Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.

Meriken Park
This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.

Mount Rokko
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Kobe
Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Kobe Tower
See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.
Activities

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Osaka: Universal Studios Japan Admission Ticket

Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Our pick of the best Shinkaichi Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Swissotel Nankai Osaka
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shinkaichi
Hyogo
Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kobe Tower and Kawasaki Good Times World are top sights worth seeing.

Nankin-machi
Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.

Kobe City Centre
Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

Sannomiya
Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine.

Kitano
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Space 11 Darvish Museum.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Intex Osaka
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Osaka Expo 2025
- Grand Front Osaka Mall
- Umeda Sky Building
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Meriken Park
- Mount Rokko
- Port of Kobe
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Kidzania Koshien Theme Park
- Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
- Osaka Station City
- Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
- Kobe Tower
- Namba Parks
- Tojoko Toy Kingdom
- Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
- Kobe Animal Kingdom
- Osaka Bay
- Pokemon Centre Osaka