Shimagamicho Travel Guide

Kobe

Popular places to visit

Arima Onsen

Arima Onsen

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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 which includes a garden, a city and a bay or harbour

Meriken Park

4/5(1 review)

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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

5/5(9 reviews)

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 modern architecture, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and art

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

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

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Things to do

The Universal Studio in Osaka

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

฿5,714
per adult
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO

฿1,038
per adult
Osaka: Kimono Rental Traditional Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

฿431
per adult
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Osaka: Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount

Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount

฿431
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount
Umeda Sky Building & Kuchu teien Observatory

Umeda Sky Building & Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket in Osaka

฿701
per adult
Umeda Sky Building & Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket in Osaka
Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at ROR Comedy Club

Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at Osaka Comedy Club

฿646
per adult
Osaka: English Stand Up Comedy Show at Osaka Comedy Club
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Top hotels in Shimagamicho

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 ฿1,944 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿1,944
฿2,352 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Nipponbashi are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,809 reviews)
Systematic and clean
"Everything was efficient and clean. Just was confused by the system where they leave supplies at your door, like where to put dirty towels if fresh ones are left at the door. The lifts get crowded."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho, Kita, Osaka, Osaka
The price is ฿4,576 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,576
฿5,537 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,883 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba

3 out of 5
Nanba Chuou-ku 2-chome 3 -9, Osaka, Osaka
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,722 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,722
฿2,994 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,451 reviews)
"Location was close to many attractions. Staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Toyoko Inn Osaka Namba
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is ฿3,145 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿3,145
฿4,082 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,810 reviews)
"Great hotel. Friendly staff. Moderate distance from subway station. It manageable."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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 ฿5,461 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,461
฿6,909 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,366 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with great facilities, comfortable room and top notch service. Beautiful views of the city."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

3 out of 5
2-8-32 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
The price is ฿2,080 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,080
฿2,517 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,351 reviews)
"Loved the spa and affordability and cleanliness with great staff"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimagamicho

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Shinkaichi

While there might not be top attractions in Shinkaichi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kobe Harborland and Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall.

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 showing a sunset, skyline and a city

Hatobacho

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

Hatobacho
Chinatown which includes markets, street scenes and a city

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 featuring a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture

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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Nagata

Get to know Nagata and its many features like its museums and parks. You might want to explore sights like Osaka Bay and Kobe Three Kingdoms Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Komagabayashi Station or Karumo Station to get around the city.

Nagata

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