What to do and see in Kinki, Japan: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

November 14, 2021 Matilde Konrad

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. Akiba Kart Osaka

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5.0 based on 748 reviews

Akiba Kart Osaka

Akiba Kart Osaka is a go-karting service that offers you to explore Osaka by driving go-kart on the public road with different kinds of costumes!

2. Street Kart Kyoto

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Street Kart Kyoto

Take On A Street Go-Kart Thru Kyoto! Extremely exciting and a must have experience when you visit Kyoto Japan. Just imagine yourself on a custom made go kart specifically tailored to realize the Real Life SuperHero Go-Karting experience! Dress up in your favorite character costume, playing the music of your choice and driving through the city of Kyoto!!

3. Moon Tower

2-16-8 Nishishinsaibashi Rivet Bldg. 1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6210-3414 http://moontower.jp/
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Moon Tower

MoonTower One Coin Bar. We have everything for 500! If you want to blast off you can grab crazy big Inctergalactic cocktails at 1000 that will send you to the moon!We are in the heart of Osaka 1 block off of the Dotonbori river and near everything you want to see. We have DJs on the weekends and can be a good stop for your night on the town. Plan a fun night by also visiting our neighbors: Moonshine karaoke bar, and Bar Mustang to receive more free shots and for a fun time with a different vibe at each spot!

4. Taiko Center Kyoto Studio

113-4 Takatsujiomiyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8387 Kyoto Prefecture +81 120-923-915 [email protected] http://www.taiko-center.co.jp/
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Taiko Center Kyoto Studio

Taiko Center offer an hour long taiko drumming class to tourists from all over the world! Taiko is a Japanese traditional drum that is often performed at festivals and ceremonies. It's loud, it's powerful, it's SUPER fun! No experience or Japanese language needed! We offer an opportunity for you to experience the local culture in first hand. Come empty handed and you will leave with an unforgettable memory! Our group lesson for foreign tourists are offered at various times on weekdays. Please check our booking page for more information and to make a reservation.

Reviewed By DLBexplores

This, hands down, was my favorite experience on our trip to Tokyo/Kyoto. I had emailed ahead of time to try to book a class. All of them were full, so I asked if I could be added to one or just go in and watch a class. The folks at the Kyoto studio were kind enough to open up a new class for me and my husband. Taiko drumming turns out to be a mix of all the things I love. It is musical and physical. The instructor, Kaede Bande, was amazing. She is a talented drummer and teacher: funny, energetic and patient. If you take one of these classes be prepared to laugh and sweat! What could be better? If you have a chance to take this class, do it!!! Loved it!

5. Ghost Ultra Lounge

2-17-3 Nishishinsaibashi Ark Shinsaibashi West B1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6214-0545 http://ghostosaka.com/
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5.0 based on 164 reviews

Ghost Ultra Lounge

"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.

6. Ninja Dojo and Store

528 Hakurakutencho, Shimogyo-Ku 2f, Kyoto 600-8422 Kyoto Prefecture +81 70-2289-2228 [email protected] http://ninjadojoandstore.com
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Ninja Dojo and Store

Ninja hands-on training in english and ninja items store in down town Kyoto. Original and unique training which ninja actually used to train in the distant past. You can learn ninja arts, techniques, wisdom, spirits and survival skill. Experience authentic, traditional, historical, educational and cultural ninja training with ninja clothes, ninja meditation, ninja walking ,shuriken(ninja stars), ninja sword, kunai(dagger) and other ninja weapons. We provide two level of lessons. Entry level (1-hour lesson / 8,500 JPY per person) is basic ninja training. Elementary level (2-hour lesson / 12,500 JPY per person) is based on the entry level lesson and additional 5 more techniques. Ninja training is good for Group, Couple, Solo, Kids, Family, Activity, Martial arts, Workout, Exercise, City, Indoor, Rain and All seasons. At the store like a museum there are various ninja arms, tools, clothes and items that you couldn't find at other places. Feel the ninja spirit!

Reviewed By MaryH804

This was recommended by our travel company and I am so glad we booked it. It was an awesome experience for our family of 5. Kids ages 5, 8 and 11 all loved it. From the ninja outfits, the excellent instructor ( a woman- love my daughters and son getting great female role models) through a nice variety of information about ninjas from weapons and stealth walking, the hand movements regarding strength and the willingness to take as many photos as we wanted. It didn’t feel rushed or touristy at all. It was such a nice change from temples and shopping. Thank you for a great memory. The only negative- not having a T-shirt in my sons size!!

7. HK Club Q International Party Bar

2-1-14 Higashi Shinsaibashi Button Bldg. B1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0083 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6226-8136 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/ClubQ.Osaka/
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5.0 based on 579 reviews

HK Club Q International Party Bar

Tripadvisor No.1 Bars & Clubs in Osaka Nightlife in Osaka Certificate of Excellence 2017 2018 HK ClubQ Osaka International Party Bar New Open Club Q in minami... Great Music and Drinks... Everybody invited International Party Bar HK Club Q Now Open. Everybody is Welcome... Come to meet new friends. Unique international club in Japan !!! B1F 2-1-14 Higashi shinsaibashi Chuo-ku Osaka-city HK ClubQ International Party Bar

Reviewed By Q7772XGantoniog

Great bar!!! Very friendly staff and very accommodating!!! Great place to chill with good tasting concoctions, I definitely recommend while at Osaka, just 2-3 min walk from Dotombori food strip.

8. Osaka Pub Crawl

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Osaka Pub Crawl

Visit several different bars and clubs, enjoy generous drink discounts, and plenty of free shots. Osaka's vibrant nightlife can be a bit challenging to tap into, but we'll make it easy for you. An eclectic group of Japanese and non-Japanese, you'll meet some great people and perhaps even pick up some Japanese along the way. From the organizers of the world famous Tokyo Pub Crawl!

9. KYOTO Butoh-kan

Tsukinukecho Koromotanadori Sanjo Agaru, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto 604-8202 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-257-2125 [email protected] http://www.butohkan.jp/
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KYOTO Butoh-kan

Butoh is an avant-garde dance that was born in Japan in the 1950s. Expressing a Japanese physicality and spirituality, the unique style of Butoh was a fresh challenge to the dance aesthetics of the time, undermining them from the ground up. Since then, Butoh has had a lasting impact on the world of dance. Even now, Butoh enjoys especially high recognition abroad, but within Japan, information relating to Butoh is hard to come by, and the fact is that there are few venues where one can experience Butoh. Art Complex has revived an ancient Japanese storehouse-an intimate space limited to eight seats-which will be devoted to long-run Butoh performances, so that Kyoto becomes "the place" to see Butoh dance. Furthermore, we are creating a Butoh Web Portal that will serve as an international resource for information about Butoh.

Reviewed By aaronc191

I almost didn't blink the entire time. So intimate, so intense, so vivid, I've never seen anything like it. Really worth it if you enjoy the arts - especially for cutting edge and provocative tastes. What you don't realize is that this is a show for not more than 10 people - at all times we are just a few feet away from the actors and you are so close you can even see their sweat and hear their breath. It adds a whole new intense dimension to an already intense experience. Loved it.

10. Globalwheels Touring and Road Bike Rental (Osaka)

5-2-5 Nakanochou, Miyakojima-Ku, Osaka 534-0027 Osaka Prefecture +81 50-3176-1076 [email protected] http://globalwheels-japan.com/
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Globalwheels Touring and Road Bike Rental (Osaka)

Who are we? Global Wheels are passionate about cycling, Japan and exploration. Born out of a desire to bring the experience of cycling Japan to everyone. We value freedom on the road and encourage our riders to pave their own path and create their own unique. THE SERVICE Based in Osaka, Global Wheels offers road bikes and cycling gear for rent in Japan. We have a range of bikes, cycling gear and deep local knowledge to help you get the most out of your trip. Nationwide delivery possible. WHAT IS INCLUDED? Our pricing includes the following items: The bike Helmet Pedals Water bottle Lights Saddle Bag Spare Tube Tyre Levers Presta Pump Bike set-up (if you supply us with your measurements) Routes and tips and plenty of local knowledge.

Reviewed By Excursion509127

I was tempted to Japan from Scotland by a surprisingly affordable airfare. Not a country I would have initially considered for a cycling holiday. Not wanting the hassle of bringing my own bike I opted for a bike hire and all roads led to Glowbalwheels. Even for me, a confirmed technophobe, everything from booking, payment, arrangements, bike pick-up etc. was straightforward and hassle free. I hired a road bike and it was ideal for my requirements, small frame in excellent condition. My 12 day route took me to Kyoto, around Lake Biwa, then a loop along the coasts of Mie and Wakayama. Usually staying a couple of nights (hostels and airb&B) in each location. Cycling in Japan was a revelation while the cities are a huge urban sprawl the countryside and coast is pure magic. All my concerns regarding language, food, traffic, costs were proved wrong. I would definitely do it all again and I have no qualms about recommending Globalwheeels, excellent service and a great bike.

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