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 ![Photo "Yawata" by Yanajin33 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/7e0fb62ccc52be0ea38ac557a0d5450e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/7e0fb62ccc52be0ea38ac557a0d5450e.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Yawata Things to do - Top hotels in Yawata - Top Holiday Rentals in Yawata ![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 9 Dec - 10 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! (3,249 reviews) Newer business hotel. Room sizes are exactly what to expect from a business hotel. Room is clean and hotel is quiet. Only negative is the onsite steak house. We ordered a tomahawk, among other things, and it was absolutely awful. Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F12%2F2025&endDate=10%2F12%2F2025&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 £68 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! (2,042 reviews) Love the location, breakfast, cleanliness of the rooms and the very pleasant staff . Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%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 £84 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 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! (5,143 reviews) The vicinity to transport. eateries and shopping is a great reason to stay here. The room was relatively clean indeed. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=35881577&PinnedHotelID=35881577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) [See all 7,246 properties in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F12%2F2025&endDate=10%2F12%2F2025®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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews) The onsen was amazing! Reviewed on 24 Nov 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) ![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! (346 reviews) Clean, safe with friendly staff. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-MIMARU-OSAKA-NAMBA-STATION.h77115356.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=179225&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. 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=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09)[8 Dec - 9 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10)[9 Dec - 10 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025)[12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40565-Kiyomizu-Temple.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) ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44546-Nishiki-Market.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) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45828-Fushimi-Inari-Shrine.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) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69758-Nijo-Castle.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) ![Kinkaku-ji Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a3e0b45a8230dc166077db3c080b700f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinkaku-ji Temple 3.5/5(2 reviews) Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) ![Kyoto Imperial Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c855d08d1a3d0f7e0ab2650e0f17ca3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Imperial Palace 4.5/5(115 reviews) Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Imperial-Palace-Central-Kyoto.d501429.Attraction) ### Things to do ![One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/461474/a879c9a5-ff30-4c52-a0d5-e7557867561c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara £58 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-of-japans-ancient-capitals-kyoto-and-nara.a461474.activity-details) ![Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47729174/9ac4d960-6fbe-479b-b02e-66df21327099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience £3 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-1-day-traditional-japanese-kimono-rental-experience.a47729174.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 £92 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45923070/2c156b1e-f445-4f65-af26-0e48ccb76c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-insider-sake-experience-with-7-tastings-and-snacks.a45923070.activity-details) ![Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48860054/36dba831-cd39-4d34-95c6-778329473f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/concerts-played-with-traditional-instruments-in-kyoto.a48860054.activity-details) ![Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49277273/52f9d27f-f6a4-4c54-9103-2a75ca719b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-unesco-highlights-full-day-tour-from-osaka.a49277273.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45841-Heian-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e984c942490d6934980562352ce60ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shimamoto ![Uji](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/eb7c36ed8a9c255cb91cfc4db9af0469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uji ![Osaka](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477571-Osaka.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) - [Osaka Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) - [Kyocera Dome Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) - [Tsutenkaku Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) - [Kiyomizu Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) - [Spa World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.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) ![](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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