Title: Nankin-machi Travel Guide: Best of Nankin-machi, Kobe Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nankin-machi](https://expedia.co.uk/Nankin-Machi-Kobe-Hotels.0-n6347503-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Nankin-machi Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nankin-Machi.d6347503.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nankin-machi Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nankin-Machi.d6347503.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nankin-machi Travel Guide ## Kobe ![Chinatown which includes markets, street scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69906-Kobe-Chinatown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nankin-machi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477974-Chinatown-Kobe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nankin-machi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477975-Chinatown-Kobe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nankin-machi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477638-Hyogo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nankin-machi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477973-Chinatown-Kobe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nankin-machi Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kobe travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe.dx6128416) #### Experience the sights, smells and flavours of one of Japan’s liveliest Chinatowns. Discover street food, restaurants, shopping and traditional celebrations. More than 100 restaurants and dozens of shops make up Kobe’s Chinatown, also known as Nankinmachi. Three ornate gates decorated with traditional Chinese decorations and fierce dragons mark the entrances to this district, which is among the biggest Chinatowns in Japan. Discover aromatic street food and restaurants serving classic dishes from many provinces of China as well as shops, a temple and a central pavilion adorned with the signs of the zodiac. Step inside Chinatown and leave the traditions and cuisines of Japan behind you. The district, which measures 360 feet (110 metres) by 890 feet (270 metres), is a noisy, bustling place where authentic Chinese culture prevails. The origins of Kobe’s Chinatown date back to 1868\. It was then, after a long period of national isolation, that Kobe opened as a treaty port and welcomed Western foreigners. Chinese immigrants flocked to the fringes of this area, which became known as Nankinmachi. While the district was evacuated and destroyed during World War II, it was rebuilt in the 1950s and has been a flourishing and popular destination ever since. Sample the diverse food offered, with dishes hailing from provinces around China including Guangdong, Beijing, Sichuan and Shanghai Municipality. Discover well-loved favourites such as Peking duck, steamed buns (manju), dim sum, spring rolls and noodles. Bargain with the jovial vendors while shopping for traditional Chinese souvenirs. Shops decorated with hanging red lanterns sell all manner of merchandise, from Chinese tea and incense to People's Liberation Army caps and colourful silk pyjamas. Visit during one of the annual events to witness the exuberance and energy of Chinese festivities. Chinese New Year celebrations, the Lantern Fair and Mid-Autumn Festival are just some of the events featuring Chinese performing arts, fantastic costumes and the main square’s elaborately lit pavilion. Join the large crowds drawn by these festive Chinese celebrations. Walk just a few minutes from Motomachi subway station in the Motomachidori district to Kobe’s Chinatown. Many restaurants and shops are open late into the evening. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Arima Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128418/e849890d-1d3d-40d7-962f-6894d5c48bf0.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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arima-Onsen-Kita-Ward.d6128418.Attraction) ![Port of Kobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246742/37b5ea09-5090-4623-ad21-af314a78c4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Kobe 5/5(9 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Kobe-Chuo-Ward.d6246742.Attraction) ![Kobe Harborland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562273063/4e5263b9-f6f5-44c6-a625-c4d8b71c3775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Harborland A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Harborland-Kobe-City-Centre.d553248621562273063.Attraction) ![Aerial view of Kobe City in Rokko Garden Terrace, Mount Rokko, Kobe, Japan; Shutterstock ID 439307617](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246650/c4f8ea95-eb8b-4963-92fa-0e4e0346ba2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rokko 4.5/5(3 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Rokko during your travels in Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Rokko-Kobe.d6246650.Attraction) ![Meriken Park which includes a garden, a city and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102792/ad18549b-6380-4a72-ae2a-b34543d6b86b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meriken Park 4/5(1 review) This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meriken-Park-Kobe.d6102792.Attraction) ![Rokkosan County House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771335/51a65932-17c7-44e4-92df-cf9e62803f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rokkosan Ski Area Hit the slopes in Kobe with a visit to Rokkosan Ski Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rokkosan-Ski-Area-Kobe.d553248621532771337.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Volleyball in Osaka & Kyoto with locals!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48144366/aaffce70-94ec-4e8c-98ff-063aca2ab2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volleyball in Osaka, Kobe & Kyoto with locals! £5 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/volleyball-in-osaka.a48144366.activity-details) ![Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090554/c7b5147a-15cb-4e2c-9a2c-9fbab12d3838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe Nature Tour Exploring Rokko and Arima £133 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobe-nature-tour-exploring-rokko-and-arima.a50090554.activity-details) ![Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48868742/7e77d0b1-09f1-4e61-8ba0-698597d7ab66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kobe's Harmony: Mountains, Sea, and the Serenity of Arima Onsen £120 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kobes-harmony-mountains.a48868742.activity-details) ![Taiko Waterfall. The forests near Arima are well-known for their many waterfalls.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49595111/1dd43390-d94c-4ea7-8237-461bf84e9897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Historic Road Hike in the Healing Forest of Arima £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-historic-road-hike-in-the-healing-forest-of-arima.a49595111.activity-details) ![Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50011910/dc5f8e18-d8af-409d-aa38-1aa0c1a0c929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hands On Pottery Workshop in Arima Onsen £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hands-on-pottery-workshop-in-arima-onsen.a50011910.activity-details) ![Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46262770/7a724ca2-36a6-42b3-829d-aefbd91fcce5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host £137 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-experience-kobes-best-gems-with-a-local-host.a46262770.activity-details) [See all activities in Kobe](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kobe.d6128416.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Nankin-machi ![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 £54 16 Jan - 17 Jan 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! (3,450 reviews) Beautiful hotel. Walkable to everything. Pretty much connect to OCAT for bus rides to/from KIX Airport. Dotonburi an easy 7 minute, nice walk. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £72 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,733 reviews) It is right above a metro/subway and big grocery stores. 15 minutes walk from Osaka train station. 30 minutes walk to Dotonbori. 45 minutes to Osaka castle. Friendly and helpful staff. Room size is big with high end bathroom products. Will stay here again. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) ![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 £51 23 Jan - 24 Jan 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! (2,131 reviews) Rooms was on the larger side for Tokyo. Staff who checked us in said he'd upgraded us to a larger room. It was a corner room overlooking the street. Hotel is a bit weird location wise. The entrance is from the alley behind the street, and the lobby is on the second floor. So you check in on the second ... Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) ![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 18 Jan - 19 Jan 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (361 reviews) Great staff, clean room, great view! Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=117654930&PinnedHotelID=117654930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) ![Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12570000/12565800/12565774/e982059a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Grand Fresa Osaka - Namba 1-1-13 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka-fu £36 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,288 reviews) Everything was good overall. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=12565774&PinnedHotelID=12565774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) ![Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100866200/100866112/48700af4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka £121 3 Feb - 4 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews) quality price amazing Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=100866112&PinnedHotelID=100866112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6347503) [See all 3,821 properties in Nankin-machi](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6347503) 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. ## Check Nankin-machi hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16)[15 Jan - 16 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17)[16 Jan - 17 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6347503&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Nankin-machi ![Kobe Tower featuring a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69675-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kobe City Centre 5/5(21 area reviews) Travellers choose Kobe City Centre for its captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Kyukyoryuchi Daimarumae Station or Motomachi Station and check out top sights like Sannomiya Shrine. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kobe-City-Centre.dx553248633981723930) ![Kobe Tower showing a sunset, skyline and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69674-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hatobacho If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Hatobacho.dx553248635976382848) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477961-Sannomiya-Nei.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sannomiya 4.5/5(16 area reviews) Travellers choose Sannomiya for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station or Boeki Center Station and check out top sights like Ikuta Shrine. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Sannomiya.dx6347483) ![Kitano showing a city, shopping and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69899-Kitano-Cho.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kitano You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Shin-Kobe Ropeway or Kitano Ijinkan Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Kitano.dx6347501) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shinkaichi While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Shinkaichi.dx6347693) ![Kobe featuring a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69671-Kobe-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuo Ward You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Ikuta Shrine, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kobe-Chuo-Ward.dx553248635939578951) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Nankin-machi Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app