Shinkaichi Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Arima Onsen

Arima Onsen

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.

Arima Onsen
Kobe Harborland

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.

Kobe Harborland
Meriken Park featuring a city, a garden and modern architecture

Meriken Park

This pleasant waterfront park hosts a number of interesting attractions, including a memorial, several museums and varied entertainment centers.

Meriken Park
Mount Rokko

Mount Rokko

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.

Mount Rokko
Port of Kobe

Port of Kobe

Explore the waterfront in Kobe with a trip to Port of Kobe. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port of Kobe
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge featuring art, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and modern architecture

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

See the longest suspension bridge in the world, recognized as one of Japan’s most impressive engineering accomplishments.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

NZ$836
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Book your tour to explore Japan’s rich heritage, including the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine and other must-see cultural landmarks

Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors

NZ$836
per traveller
Tailored Full Day Private Experience of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors
1-Full Day Private Experience of Culture and History of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors

Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers

NZ$836
per traveller
Kyoto Uncovered: One Full-Day Private Experience for First-Timers
Kitano Ijinkan, the historic district

Kobe Taste Tour, Kobe Beef and Sake Tasting

NZ$288
per adult
Kobe Taste Tour, Kobe Beef and Sake Tasting
Kobe Port tower

"Kobe City Tours: Discover with a Smiling Guide"

NZ$208
per adult
"Kobe City Tours: Discover with a Smiling Guide"
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Our pick of the best Shinkaichi Hotel Deals

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$168 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$168
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,748 reviews)
"Love this hotel- my second time staying here and will definitely stay here again in the future. Very safe and at a perfect walking distance from Dotonbori and public transport, as well as easy access to shopping/other dining options in the hotel itself and nearby."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$158 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$158
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,421 reviews)
"Very clean abd very closebto restaurants snd shopping"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$290 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$290
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,873 reviews)
"Excited to come back!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,795 reviews)
"Pleasant stay at Hotel Monterey Frere. Easy to get to from Osaka station by foot. Many dining options within a one block radius of the property and even more beyond that. Only concern is elevator availability can be delayed during peak times. Otherwise would come back again if I find myself in ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi, Osaka, Osaka
The price is NZ$291 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$291
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,360 reviews)
"Great location for exploring Osaka! Very clean and comfortable. Great room. Decent fitness center."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Osaka
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,511 reviews)
"Very unique decor. Staff very friendly and helped me to find a Dr surgery. Has a very large lobby space but rooms on the small size."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

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Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinkaichi

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Hyogo

Hyogo is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Noevir Stadium Kobe and Osaka Bay are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shinkaichi Station or Kamisawa Station to get around.

Hyogo
Kobe Tower featuring a city, skyline and a high-rise building

Hatobacho

If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kobe Tower and Kawasaki Good Times World are top sights worth seeing.

Hatobacho
Chinatown featuring markets, signage and street scenes

Nankin-machi

Unique features of Nankin-machi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Motomachi Shopping Street or Nankinmachi Square while you're exploring the area.

Nankin-machi
Kobe Tower which includes a skyscraper, night scenes and a city

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 Ikuta Shrine.

Kobe City Centre
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Sannomiya

4.5/5(7 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.

Sannomiya
Kitano showing shopping, a city and street scenes

Kitano

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kitano. You might want to make time for a stop at Kitano Ijinkan Street or Space 11 Darvish Museum.

Kitano

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