Shinkaichi Travel Guide
Kobe
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Popular places to visit
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 relaxing area.
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.
Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
You can take time to visit Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall during your travels to Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium
Catch an event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium during your trip to Nishinomiya. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kobe Harborland
During your visit to Kobe, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kobe Harborland. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Kobe University
Enjoy the student vibe at Kobe University as part of your travels around Kobe. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Top hotels in Shinkaichi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
"Excellent location. Steps away from Namba station , restaurants and shops.Self Check in and Check out. Incredible breakfast/lunch 6am-2pm Western and Japanese. It’s small. No room for luggages. Luggage’s are expected to push under the bed at all time otherwise there’s no room to walk. Bathroom is ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"The room was clean, but there wasn’t a lot of room to put our luggage. It was a bit difficult to find coming out of Umeda Station, but it was very convenient once we got our bearings. There are many dining and shopping options nearby. It was nice to have many laundry machines, and you didn’t need ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
"The room was comfortable, well-appointed, and surprisingly spacious for Namba. The air conditioning and television were also very easy to use, which is a welcome touch for non-Japanese-speaking travellers, as hotel room controls in Japan can sometimes be difficult to navigate, even with AI translation ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
"Bring your own rags and bring your own water if tap is not your thing. They do not have any wash clothes available and they do not have water fountains (though they have ice)."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
"Wonderful hotel, modern room, amazing views of the city, delicious food and breakfast in the lounge, friendly staff, perfect location, cool rooftop bars, easy to catch taxis from. Overall, we loved staying here. We loved the city of Osaka, and we will definitely return to this hotel."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
HOTEL UNIVERSAL PORT
"We absolutely LOVED our stay at Universal Port. It was about a 5 minute walk from the train station and right next to City Walk. You could see Universal Studios from our window! Plus our room had an amazing view of the water. The room was super spacious and very clean. We added the breakfast buffet ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shinkaichi
Sannomiya
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.
Kobe City Centre
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.
Chuo Ward
You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in Chuo Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, and catch the metro at Shinkobe Station or Sannomiya Hanadokeimae Station to see more of the area.
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.
Arimacho
Discover Arimacho, memorable for its hot springs. Popular attractions in Arimacho include Arima Onsen and Kin no yu, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Arima Onsen Station.
