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 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
"This hotel is very clean and organized, staff are always ready to assist, location is excellent and convenient."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Overall the room was great, location of the hotel very convenient. The downside was more personal preference, the AC was not cold enough. Laundry facilities a plus. ice and water dispenser also nice."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Namba Oriental Hotel
"Namba Oriental Hotel's best part is the location, central, middle of the buzz and very dynamic, you step out into a video game literally! I liked the cleanliness of the room, the hotel staff and the laundry facilities as well as breakfast. Would definitely recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
"Clean Room, excellent breakfast , staff very kind"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
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 May 25, 2026
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
"Excellent place to stay for a family of 5. Two of my kids stayed on japanese style futon. My (tall) 18 year old on the pull out couch. Mom and dad on the 2 double beds side by side. Kitchenette available Laundry available. Dryer doesnt typically work well, but it was available. Really enjoyed our ..."
Reviewed on May 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.
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.
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.
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- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Kawaramachi Street
- Osaka Castle
- Arima Onsen
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Dogo Onsen
- Ise Grand Shrine
- Spa World
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Suzuka International Racing Course
- Lake Biwa
- Nipponbashi
- Intex Osaka
- Kuromon Market
- Shirahama Beach
- Nara Park
- Kyoto Tower
- Nijō Castle
- Adventure World
- Osaka-jō Hall
- Rinku Premium Outlets
- Hanshin Koshien Stadium
- Benesse House Museum
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Uno Port
- Umeda Sky Building
- Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
