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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Umeda
Major commercial and entertainment hub, Umeda offers shopping, dining, sports centers, and movie theaters. Don't miss the HEP Five Ferris wheel, Umeda Sky Building, and the underground city with retailers and eateries.
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
Discover Osaka's main shopping hub, featuring the covered Shinsaibashi-suji street and Amerika-mura, a youth culture hotspot. Shop at luxury brands and popular stores, easily accessible via subway stations.
Shimogyo Ward
Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Wonderful location, beautiful hotel. Coffee shop on site was wonderful and views from the 40th floor are incredible. Hotel does get pretty busy so waiting for an elevator can be a challenge. but overall wonderful."
Reviewed on 2026/5/26
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Big hotel but easy to find once you're used to it. Located centrally of shopping and restaurants. Rooms were clean, staff were nice and helpful. Overall a pleasant experience. Definitely recommended!"
Reviewed on 2026/5/27
The OneFive Osaka Namba Kuromon
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 2026/5/24
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"Spacious, clean, condo-style rooms easy check-in and check out. Just a short walk to the train station, one stop from Universal Studios and just a few quick stops away from Central Osaka"
Reviewed on 2026/5/27
Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
"Nice bright clean and spacious room. Kitchenette had stove and saucepan frypan and cutlery. Convenient laundry machine in room and drying fan in washroom. Big balcony."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
"The cleanliness of the room was very disappointing. I gave it 2 stars, and I have stayed in 3-star hotels before that were still much cleaner than this one. There was also a very strong cooking smell as soon as we walked into the room, which suggests that many guests cook in the room and that the ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/21
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. 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.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Osaka Castle
- Arima Onsen
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Ise Grand Shrine
- Spa World
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Lake Biwa
- Nipponbashi
- Intex Osaka
- Kuromon Market
- Nara Park
- Kyoto Tower
- Nijō Castle
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Benesse House Museum
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Uno Port
- Umeda Sky Building
