Kinki Region
Travel Guide
Visit Kinki Region
Where to stay in Kinki Region
Namba
Visitors to Namba love its popular shops, and you can check out Dotonbori and Namba Parks. If you want to see more in the area, 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 Sankei Hall Breeze. See more of Osaka by jumping on the metro at Nishi-Umieda Station or Umeda Station (Hanshin).
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
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 Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Everything was excellent except there wasn't safety box
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Spacious room, Great location, Clean, and Friendly and Helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The staff were so friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was positioned perfectly between 2 main stations and had plenty of choices to eat. The room itself was fine, small as our most in Japanese cities but perfect for a solo traveler
Reviewed on 14 Feb, 2026
THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE
The hotel is right near USJ theme park which my daughter was keen to go to. It was excellent value and provided a condo-style spacious room ideal for families with all the amenities. The check-in system was a breeze and almost everything is automated. The restaurant and Hot Spring are in the next ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb, 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 5 Jan, 2026
Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho
Loved our stay here. Spacious room, good wifi, sufficient ammenities, prompt service (cleaning, front desk, etc.) I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 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
Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 rides and games at Nagashima Spa Land and see why people love this theme park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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.
- Universal Studios Japan
- Dotonbori
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Nagashima Spa Land
- Osaka Castle
- Lake Biwa
- Spa World
- Arima Onsen
- Nishiki Market
- Tsutenkaku Tower
- Ise Grand Shrine
- Nipponbashi
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kuromon Market
- Nijō Castle
- Nara Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Kyoto Tower
- New Reoma World
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Intex Osaka
- Himeji Castle
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Dotonbori Glico Sign
- Nabana no Sato
