Title: Kinki Region Travel Guide: Best of Kinki Region, Japan Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kinki Region](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinki-Region-Hotels.d6048151.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kinki Region](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinki-Region-Holiday-Rentals.d6048151.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Kinki Region](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kinki-Region.d6048151.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Kinki Region Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kinki-Region.d6048151.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kinki Region Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinki-Region.d6048151.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kinki Region Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Tennoji Park showing a pond, flowers and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45746-Tennoji-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka showing modern architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174739-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tennoji Park featuring a garden and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45753-Tennoji-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Umeda Sky Building showing interior views and dining out](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45690-Umeda-Sky-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Osaka which includes food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174733-Osaka.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/122000/122423-Namba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Namba 4.5/5(309 area reviews) 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). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Namba.dx6050895) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/489000/489729-umeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Umeda 4.5/5(12 area reviews) 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). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Umeda.dx6050891) ![Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45791-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Kyoto 4.5/5(364 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Central-Kyoto.dx6131500) ![Shinsaibashi which includes street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174750-Shinsaibashi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Shinsaibashi.dx6223824) ![Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69689-Gion.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gion 5/5(46 area reviews) Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Gion.dx6160577) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477595-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Minami 4.5/5(27 area reviews) Enjoy the popular shops in Minami. Dotonbori is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nippombashi Station or Namba Station to see more of Osaka. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Minami.dx6140865) - Top hotels in Kinki Region - Top Holiday 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) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £55 21 Dec - 22 Dec additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,279 reviews) Cleam friendly good location Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048151) ![BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117660000/117655000/117654930/9e3d94bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi 4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka £28 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (318 reviews) Location Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026&selected=117654930&PinnedHotelID=117654930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=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) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £67 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,047 reviews) Close to Osaka station. This is a large hotel with all the comforts and amenities that go with that. Convenient for an overnight before flying out. Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048151) [See all 10,792 properties in Kinki Region](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6048151) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115580000/115573100/115573051/f679fc22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE 3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and Kyocera ... 9/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews) Excellent room with plenty of space Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-THE-RISE-OSAKA-UNIVERSAL-BAYSIDE.h115573051.Hotel-Information) ![STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68860000/68851200/68851164/81dfc54c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east 1-14-2 Minamisenba Osaka Osaka Stay at this apartment in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (137 reviews) Nice place. Enjoyed our stay Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-STAYAT-OSAKA-SHINSAIBASHI-East.h68851164.Hotel-Information) ![Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93140000/93138400/93138326/08de8595_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eslead Hotel Namba Daikokucho 2-4-19 Osaka Osaka Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews) The space was very safe, clean, enough room for a family of four, close to public transportation. The staff was kind and helpful. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-Eslead-Hotel-Namba-Daikokucho.h93138326.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kinki Region](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6048151&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) ![Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/109000/109220-Dotonbori.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.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![Osaka Castle showing château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174763-Osaka-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Castle 4.5/5(216 reviews) 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.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) ![Kyocera Dome Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/247b8095bc4101912c57cc24d1104684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyocera Dome Osaka 4/5(16 reviews) Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91746-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan 4.5/5(77 reviews) Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) ![Arima Onsen](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477870-Arima-Hot-Springs.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arima Onsen 4.5/5(14 reviews) Arima Onsen is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Kobe. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area. 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