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).
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
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum 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 Kyoto Tower 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
Return visitor - enjoyed my stay just as much as last time. Facilities, Location, Service 10/10 will be staying again.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Clean and convenient
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Amazing stay
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
Clean, spacious, modern room with well-equipped kitchen & laundry. Self check-in / check-out was easy. Onsen a great plus.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi
Spaces are tight, but has everything. Love having a kitchen! The closest subway station is 10 min walk and It's roughly 15 min walk to Namba station.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station
Very friendly staff, excellent location and facilities, and very well located.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 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.
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.
Dotonbori
Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
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.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Dotonbori
- Nishiki Market
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Castle
- Lake Biwa
- Spa World
- Kyoto Tower
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Kuromon Market
- Universal CityWalk Osaka
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Nara Park
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Intex Osaka
