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# Kinki Region

## Travel Guide

![Tennoji Park featuring a garden, a pond and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508093/b43185e1-fdf5-451e-806e-44d942fbc428.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Tennoji Park featuring a garden, a pond and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508093/b43185e1-fdf5-451e-806e-44d942fbc428.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Osaka showing a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502153/ffe56722-41ce-41c1-bd13-81498effa2b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Tennoji Park showing a pond and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508093/97cfc300-a413-439d-8df1-3175c181921b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Umeda Sky Building showing dining out and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502153/35cc66d3-a3f2-492f-85ba-ea14ac9b3322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Kinki Region

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Kinki Region

![Namba featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050895/fb20eee9-5588-4e8b-91c9-6e951bd42d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Namba

4.5/5(906 area reviews)

 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). 

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Namba.dx6050895)

![Umeda which includes a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050891/286e2610-79bf-4d3f-a18b-1ea3ec60b634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Umeda

4.5/5(103 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Umeda.dx6050891)

![Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501431/065ae8c2-a9ea-445c-a6ec-75c32a854fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Central Kyoto

4.5/5(1,806 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Central-Kyoto.dx6131500)

![Gion which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160577/71bed452-947c-4e43-9340-af0f53500fb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Gion

5/5(208 area reviews)

 Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Gion.dx6160577)

![Shinsaibashi featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223824/573b347f-cdfe-42fb-aa78-84222401eb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Shinsaibashi

4/5(1 area review)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Shinsaibashi.dx6223824)

![Kyoto Tower featuring a city, a high rise building and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/855e1214-6e24-49a8-9c7a-9551d8525b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(96 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Shimogyo-Ward.dx179160)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Kinki-Region.dx6048151.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods)

- Kinki Region Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Kinki Region

![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka

$64 nightly

$70 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (3,567 reviews)

I would love to stay here again

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6048151)

![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka

$75 nightly

$83 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Book a stay at this 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! (2,209 reviews)

Yes, The room and the staff were great.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

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![Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12570000/12565800/12565774/e982059a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba

1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka-fu

$46 nightly

$50 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,308 reviews)

5 star

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026&selected=12565774&PinnedHotelID=12565774&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6048151)

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![THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115580000/115573100/115573051/f679fc22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (159 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Hotels-THE-RISE-OSAKA-UNIVERSAL-BAYSIDE.h115573051.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111440000/111434200/111434118/01b05e3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi

2-13-8 Osaka Osaka

Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and climate control. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Hotels-Hotel-Residence-Unito-NAMBA-Motomachi.h111434118.Hotel-Information)

![MIMARU Osaka Namba Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77115400/77115356/dcb4eef9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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MIMARU Osaka Namba Station

Nippombashi Naniwa-ku, 3-6-24 Osaka Osaka Prefecture

Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)

Mimaru hotels are always great. The best in Japan for family rooms. This hotel is in the best location, walking distance to Namba station and so many great food options.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Hotels-MIMARU-OSAKA-NAMBA-STATION.h77115356.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Universal Studios Japan® showing a fountain and a statue or sculpture as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Universal Studios Japan

Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park.

[](https://expedia.com/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Vacation-Attraction)

![Dotonbori featuring city views and outdoor art as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dotonbori

Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets.

[](https://expedia.com/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Vacation-Attraction)

![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kyocera Dome Osaka

Watch an exciting baseball game or big-name star in concert at this versatile postmodern arena south of the city center of Osaka.

[](https://expedia.com/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Vacation-Attraction)

![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan which includes marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502161/21fb291c-f481-479d-b19b-f726df0ac3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks.

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Vacation-Attraction)

![Winter Illumination in Nabananosato at Nagashima spaland, Mie, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104154/115020c5-9ef5-4bbf-a6cd-1ca6ab8f09be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Nagashima-Spa-Land-Nagoya.d6104154.Vacation-Attraction)

![Osaka Castle featuring chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/ce2c4091-937f-410f-8c1d-a3a339589b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Osaka Castle

Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees.

[](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Vacation-Attraction)

## Cities near Kinki Region

![A Trip to the Iwami Region of Shimane Prefecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1650/97e241eb-eb6c-451c-bdfb-8fb964239db9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Iwami

![Matsuyama which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2489/7f653b06-75b1-468b-87d0-8fb2d2129f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Matsuyama

![Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2660/87796eb6-0116-4bd7-b073-1c81780c1ebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Okayama

![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes markets, a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/89445512-2595-4b5f-86c8-043577484734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Osaka

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- [Kyocera Dome Osaka ](https://expedia.com/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ](https://expedia.com/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Nagashima Spa Land ](https://expedia.com/Nagashima-Spa-Land-Nagoya.d6104154.Vacation-Attraction)
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