Kinki Region
Travel Guide
Visit Kinki Region
Where to stay in Kinki Region
Namba
Namba is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Dotonbori and Namba Parks, and you can get around town on the metro at Namba Station (Nankai).
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Umeda
Umeda is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Herbis Plaza and Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
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.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Great location and close to Dotombori
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Convenient Car park is the best
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Very conveniently located at the city centre with plenty of restaurant options! Definitely will come back again!!!
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
Clean and spacious room. Close to train station but not alot of convenience stores around
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi
Hotel is about 15 min walk to Namba shopping district. A big supermarket ’Life’ is 5 min away. Good kitchen. However, there’s no coffee or tea provided. Clean and quiet.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST
One of our favorite places we have stayed. We like the space and the amenities in the room. The staff was accommodating and friendly. The location to restaurants nearby was also helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Kyocera Dome Osaka
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Nagashima Spa Land
Enjoy the excitement at Nagashima Spa Land and find out why this is a popular amusement park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Castle
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Spa World
- Nara Park
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kuromon Market
- Intex Osaka
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Nishiki Market
- Nijō Castle
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Umeda Sky Building