City: Kinki
Top Things to do in Kinki
Top Hotels in Kinki
- 1. The Bridge Hotel Shinsaibashi
- 2. Hotel Universal Port
- 3. Hotel Universal Port Vita
- 4. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
- 5. Hotel Nikko Osaka
- 6. Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel
- 7. Temple Town Hotel WAQOO Horyuji
- 8. Hotel Granvia Osaka
- 9. The Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
- 10. RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka
Things to do in Kinki, Japan: The Best Nightlife
The Kansai region (関西地方, Kansai-chihō) or the Kinki region (近畿地方, Kinki-chihō) lies in the southern-central region of Japan's main island Honshū. The region includes the prefectures of Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyōgo and Shiga, sometimes Fukui, Tokushima and Tottori. While the use of the terms "Kansai" and "Kinki" have changed over history, in most modern contexts the use of the two terms is interchangeable. The urban region of Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto (Keihanshin region) is the second-most populated in Japan after the Greater Tokyo Area.
Restaurants in Kinki
1. Kama Sutra Karaoke Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
A small, cozy karaoke bar in higashi-shinsaibashi. Experience the feeling of a traditional Japanese "snack" bar but with friendly foreign staff and English speaking Japanese staff! Also, at a fraction of the cost!!Come down by yourself or as a group, practice your English or Japanese!! You'll be sure to make new friends!5 min walk from subway Shinsaiashi stn. Exit 6.Head South on Shinsaibashi-suji, and turn left (East) on the 3rd block. (1 block after Krispy Kream). Head East on Hachiman-suji(八幡筋). Kama Sutra is between 4th and 5th blocks on the left side. right after "TURUYA Drug store" (5th floor of Osaka-ya Jumbo Bldg).No Charge, open everyday from 9-morning!!
Reviewed By KevinS895
This karaoke bar has been around for over a decade in Osaka and is a wonderful place to mix and mingle with both foreigners and local Japanese. You’ll meet every kind of person, all friendly and ready to sing and party probably till dawn!
2. Taste Osaka
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 462 reviews
Drink Osaka provides small group night walks in Osaka, Japan. Our experiences lead visitors through the backstreets of the Namba and Nippombashi areas of South Osaka, introducing guests to hidden bars and eateries, and giving people a unique and delicious glimpse into the nightlife of this amazing city.
3. ROR Comedy Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 245 reviews
EVERY TUESDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT 9PM! ROR Comedy is Japan's only dedicated English-language stand up comedy club, and has consistently been rated Osaka's number one entertainment choice. Boasting an international line-up of award-winning comedians, ROR Comedy Club has been serving comedic slice of Japanese life to visitors and expats alike since 2011.
Reviewed By LucasF5228
Open mic night was amazing, the guys' acts were hilarious despite this night being somewhat of a testing ground for new jokes. At ¥500 a head this is more than worth it. Highly highly recommend for English speakers looking for an hour and a bit of great laughs in a wonderful environment.
4. Bar Nayuta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 118 reviews
A cozy little shelter, "Bar Nayuta", is located at, just in front of America Mura (Shinsaibashi)'s most famous spot, Triangle Park (Sankaku Koen). Come and spend a night in Osaka with us. We're looking forward to drinking with you.
Reviewed By omajumder - New York, United States
I cannot begin to describe how amazing this bar is. I came here in January of 2019 and have thought about my experience at least every other day. The memory is a source of great comfort. If I had one reason to return to Osaka, it would be to have drinks here. I’ve been fascinated with the speakeasy concept for some time and have visited quite a few in New York and Long Island. The entrance to this speakeasy is unmarked except for a symbol in the elevator. When I first went with my wife, we couldn’t find the door until we had more time to reflect ????. The bar is beautifully designed and has a distinct gothic aesthetic. The lights are low, with most seats at the long bar with a few tables and chairs along the back. The first draw to this bar is the promise of custom cocktails, and it delivers. I was able to try 6-8 creations, some being classic or obscure cocktails with liquor more to my taste. All were different and offered a new experience. My bartender was extremely attentive to all the guests and is probably the best cocktail “shaker” I’ve seen. We made time in our full schedule to go back to the bar two times or three times. Our last time, our bartender had a shot of Fernet Branca with us to thank us for our patronage and gave me his business card which I still have today. If your main reason for visiting Japan is to make unforgettable cherished memories, you must make time for this. We did not even take photos at the bar in order to fully experience the moment. This bar does cater almost exclusively to foreigners meaning the staff speak English very well and are very accommodating. Most guests were well-behaved and the bartender was genuinely curious about other cultures or what tourists saw and ate that day. Some of the guests did become a bit rowdy, but nothing too bad. Regardless, this bar was the first of our trip that highlighted Japan’s exquisite bartenders and bar scene.
5. The Drunken Clam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 211 reviews
Welcome to The Drunken Clam! We are an English karaoke bar in Osaka Japan which we provide free karaoke service to all our customers. Free entry charges and no seating charges.
Reviewed By 275dl
It was awesome drinking in a Family Guy themed bar. I can finally say I had a beer at the Drunken Clam. Everyone inside the bar was friendly, and it seemed like most of the customers knew each other. My friends and I really liked the atmosphere, good vibes all around. The whole bar lit up and sang classic songs together in both English and Japanese. Visitors don’t need to worry if they don’t understand Japanese because everyone spoke English. I recommend stopping by, it’s next to Dontomburi and the entire area is quite lively. I’ll definitely come back with some friends.
6. Pinpoint Traveler
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 222 reviews
Enjoy our popular Evening Food and Drink Tour in Osaka, or one of other authentic experiences in Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, or Nagoya. We focus on providing entertaining narratives provided by excellent (usually native) speakers of your chosen language (often with some darn good food thrown in for good measure). Take a tour with us, and see Japan up close in a way that makes you feel special.
7. Magical Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 439 reviews
MagicalTrip offers various "small-group" experience-based tours led by locals, such as bar-hopping featuring local drinking holes to food walking tours. We have local tours in major cities in Japan, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima. Visit our official website for more detailed information on our local guides! Get insights into real local lifestyle!
8. Ghost Ultra Lounge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 164 reviews
"GHOST ultra lounge"『 also known as RollsRoyce Ghost, which is the origin of our venue name 』, is a Nightclub located in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. Known for it's Luxurious and genuine stone floors, Cool interior, the latest as well as one of the largest LED lighting sets in Osaka and world-wide celebrity DJ performances, GHOST is the place to be. Here is supreme entertainment , a thrilling experience where you can dance your heart out and have the time of your lives.
9. L'Escamoteur Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 234 reviews
Vintage Cocktails, Old-Time Atmosphere, Magic House, Elixirs and Mystery. Are you ready to take a step into the unknown?!
Reviewed By gracecyl - Singapore, Singapore
My boyfriend and I absolutely enjoyed our time here at L’escomoteur. Seriously the ambience and setting is FANTASTIC!! All the tools and props are wonderfully curated to fit the intended aesthetics of this magical bar. The cocktail menu was insane. Very thoughtfully crafted with interesting ingredients you never thought would go well together to give multi-dimensional drinks that was so full of depth and flavour. We both had 6 drinks in total and we would have more if we didn’t spend our dinner time queuing and had to rush off before all the other restaurants closed for dinner. This place is such a gem and I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone coming to Kyoto!!! Please. This is absolutely one of the highlights of my entire Japan trip. Thank you Christophe!
10. Drink Kyoto
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Join us for a night walk through a selection of our favorite small bars, pubs and izakaya that you wouldn't otherwise find! We'll start with an initial drink, followed by a delicious izakaya-style dinner. After that we'll guide you on a backstreet walking tour, stopping for drinks at variety of small, authentic bars!
