Title: Yawata Travel Guide: Best of Yawata, Kyoto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata-Hotels.d179225.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata-Holiday-Rentals.d179225.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Things to do in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Yawata.d179225.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Yawata Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Yawata.d179225.Car-Hire-Guide)[Yawata Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata.d179225.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Yawata Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![石清水八幡宮（南総門）](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179225/2afd002a-4230-4a8b-90a3-7c82ef6f7d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179225/2afd002a-4230-4a8b-90a3-7c82ef6f7d8c.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![石清水八幡宮（南総門）](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179225/2afd002a-4230-4a8b-90a3-7c82ef6f7d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179225/2afd002a-4230-4a8b-90a3-7c82ef6f7d8c.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Yawata Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. 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(3,624 reviews) Everything was excellent except there wasn't safety box Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) ![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 £52 2 Mar - 3 Mar 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! (2,272 reviews) The room was lovely. The breakfast was great. Centrally located. Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) ![Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35881600/35881577/030c2943_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA 1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka £94 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (5,394 reviews) Clean rooms, excellent location. The most impressive aspect was the sound insulation. Sometimes in hotels, I can hear people's voices or the toilet flushing, etc. However in this hotel, I could not hear anything. My colleagues stayed in the Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) [See all 7,570 properties in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026®ionId=179225) 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ### Hotel Residence unito NAMBA Motomachi 2-13-8 Osaka Osaka Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre 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 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ### MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Nippombashi Naniwa-ku, 3-6-24 Osaka Osaka Prefecture Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (367 reviews) Very friendly staff, excellent location and facilities, and very well located. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Yawata hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24)[23 Feb - 24 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25)[24 Feb - 25 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/6c56789f-84af-40e6-9dac-970244fac989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nishiki Market 4.5/5(50 reviews) Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kiyomizu Temple 4.5/5(157 reviews) Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/46fb6762-7a3e-4f67-967b-9e88362b9013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fushimi Inari Shrine 4.5/5(249 reviews) This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kawaramachi Street 4.5/5(22 reviews) During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawaramachi-Kyoto.d6204513.Attraction) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501431/70e73880-c772-4e72-b91b-1110bcc11ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijō Castle 4.5/5(81 reviews) Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) ![Kyoto Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/8fde799a-fbab-4c2c-9a97-259f55c53a1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Tower 4/5(117 reviews) In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Tower-Kyoto.d501464.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha £18 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour £89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49275231/e102b720-e383-45ed-be2c-8800685670ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Tour £38 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osakakyoto-arashiyama.a49275231.activity-details) ![Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49879697/c603fe59-9fe4-4598-9483-fcd8705ed633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto £49 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-top-four-highlights-day-trip-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49879697.activity-details) [See all activities in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Yawata.d179225.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Yawata ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/a9555915-96a3-4028-acad-596cb324e288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Look how fancy is their tasting room. I wouldn't mind spending all day drinking whisky. I couldn't agree more they're the best single malt of 2014. Cheers! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179157/98c6fb25-9f1a-4bc5-871a-7609b4a588da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shimamoto ![Temple @ uji. Uji is known as Green Tea City. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/0972cec7-6660-4e6b-8ac3-a2c8da067744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uji ![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 - Cities near Yawata - Places of interest [Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486)[Joyo](https://expedia.co.uk/Joyo.dx179147)[Shimamoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Shimamoto.dx179157)[Uji](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.dx179222)[Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897)[Oyamazaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Oyamazaki.dx6182200)[Hirakata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hirakata.dx6204318)[Kyotanabe](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyotanabe.dx6265443) - [Mt. Otokoyama Cable Car ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Otokoyama-Cable-Car-Kyoto.d553248621532771608.Attraction) - [Dotonbori ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) - [Kyocera Dome Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) - [Osaka Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) - [Spa World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) - [Tsutenkaku Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) - [Kiyomizu Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) - [Fushimi Inari Shrine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) - [Nijō Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) - [Kinkaku-ji Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) - [Arashiyama Bamboo Grove ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arashiyama-Bamboo-Grove-Arashiyama.d553248621526920833.Attraction) - [Yanmar Stadium Nagai ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yanmar-Stadium-Nagai-Higashisumiyoshi-ku.d6076324.Attraction) ![](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. 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