Shinkaichi Travel Guide
Kobe
Visit Shinkaichi
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 culturally rich area.
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.
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 Harborland
A one-time freight yard just outside Kobe’s city center is now a great spot to go for retail and entertainment choices.
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.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets (2 hours 35 minutes)
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Naruto & Boruto Shinobi-zato Naruto Premium Ticket
Top hotels in Shinkaichi
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Clean. Convenient. Good location.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Staff are courteous and room are clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Clean rooms, nice views, great location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka
Service lacking, rooms have stains on walls. Might just be older hotel in general and that could be why
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Spacious, clean, friendly staff, good location, and breakfast included
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shinkaichi
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.
Hatobacho
If you're spending some time in Hatobacho, Kawasaki Good Times World and Kobe Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Kobe City Museum.
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.
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.
