Shinkaichi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Arima Onsen

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.

Arima Onsen
Kobe Harborland

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.

Kobe Harborland
Meriken Park featuring a city, a garden and modern architecture

Meriken Park

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

Meriken Park
Mount Rokko

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.

Mount Rokko
Port of Kobe

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.

Port of Kobe
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge featuring art, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and modern architecture

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Activities

The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

AU$272
per adult
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

AU$49
per adult
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount

AU$20
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at ROR Comedy Club

Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at Osaka Comedy Club

AU$31
per adult
Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at Osaka Comedy Club
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

AU$20
per adult
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
OSAKA NIGHT FUSION Japanese taiko kabuki samurai dance show

OSAKA NIGHT FUSION Japanese Taiko Kabuki Samurai Dance Show

AU$61
per adult
OSAKA NIGHT FUSION Japanese Taiko Kabuki Samurai Dance Show
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Our pick of the best Shinkaichi Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$132 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$132
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,791 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$251 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$251
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,888 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$140 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$140
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,451 reviews)
"Location was close to many attractions. Staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$178 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$178
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,813 reviews)
"Great hotel. Friendly staff. Moderate distance from subway station. It manageable."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$311 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$311
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,369 reviews)
"Great location with everything you need within walking distance."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is AU$176 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$176
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,515 reviews)
"Great location - loved that it was easy to find and arranged to the train station (super convenient). Great dining options close by!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinkaichi

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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.

Hyogo
Kobe Tower featuring a city, skyline and a high-rise building

Hatobacho

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

Hatobacho
Chinatown featuring markets, signage and street scenes

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.

Nankin-machi
Kobe Tower which includes a skyscraper, night scenes and a city

Kobe City Centre

5/5(21 area reviews)

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.

Kobe City Centre
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Sannomiya

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Sannomiya
Kitano showing shopping, a city and street scenes

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.

Kitano

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