Enjoy Amagasaki!
AMAGASAKI AREA Amagasaki area
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Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine
Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine is said to have been founded before the reign of Emperor Daigo. It is loved in the sea city of Amagasaki as "Amanoebesan," the god of prosperity in business and protecting fishing and voyages, and it is said that the lives of fishermen flourished here.
The large torii gate soaring into the sky is 17m high, has a 22m top beam and 1.6m diameter pillars. Its majestic appearance has become the symbol of Amagasaki.Access Approximately 12 minutes walk from the hotel -
Mukogawa Ferry
The Amagasaki Canal Cruise is a 60-minute activity that takes you around the canal and Japan's largest Panama Canal (Amagasaki Locks).It is a new activity that allows you to rediscover the charm of the sea of Amagasaki, a city of "human kindness" and "manufacturing."
There are also set plans available, such as a fishing experience where you can participate empty-handed, and a BBQ experience where you can eat the fish you catch, so you can enjoy it with your family and friends.Access From Hanshin Amagasaki, get off at Hanshin Mukogawa Station (about 7 minutes). The pick-up location is about 300m from Hanshin Mukogawa Station. For more information, please see the information page. -
Amagasaki Sports Forest
A vast sports facility that can be enjoyed all year round.
The facility can be used for a wide range of purposes, from team sports to individual use, with an international standard swimming pool, ice skating rink (in winter), a futsal court equipped with night lighting, a sports gym, and a family pool (open only in summer).
Business hours, closures, and fees vary by facility.Access 11 minutes by bus from Hanshin Deyashiki Station -
Amagasaki Castle
Amagasaki Castle was built by Toda Ujikane in 1617 during the Edo period, but was demolished in 1873 due to the castle abolition order.
The current castle was recently reconstructed and opened to the public in March 2019.
Access Approximately 6 minutes walk from the hotel -
Amagasaki Castle Shachihoko maru Post
It was installed in March 2019 to commemorate the reconstruction of Amagasaki Castle.
The shachihoko (roof ornament) on top of the retro-looking round post is a replica, approximately 1/3 the size of the shachihoko tile on the castle tower of Amagasaki Castle.
The information board next to it has the message inscribed on it: "We pray that the shachihoko will protect any letters sent from here and bring them happiness."
Why not send a letter from here as a memento of your trip?
Access Approximately 6 minutes walk from the hotel -
Amagasaki Central/Sanwa Hondori Shopping Street
The largest shopping street in the Hanshin area, with 600 stores. Stretching from Hanshin Amagasaki Station to the neighboring Deyashiki Station, this shopping street is one of the largest in the Hanshin area. This down-to-earth, friendly shopping street is recommended for a stroll. Regular holidays and business hours vary depending on the store.
Access 13 minutes walk from the hotel -
Temple Town
A town of temples lined with important cultural properties.
When Amagasaki Castle was constructed in 1617, the temples scattered around the area were gathered together to form Teramachi. Miraculously spared from war damage, the townscape still retains the same appearance as it did back then. It is about a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Cross the street on the west side of Hanshin Amagasaki Station and walk a little south until you see the temple on your right. The area west of here is Teramachi, and there are information boards in various places.
A stroll through the 11 temples, many of which are designated as important cultural properties, whilst reading the explanations, is recommended for those with an interest in history.Access 16 minutes walk from the hotel -
Miyauchi Park
A small Japanese garden-like park located a 5-minute walk from Hanshin Deyashiki Station.
From late February to early March, vibrant red and white plum blossoms bloom in full glory.Access 5 minutes walk from Hanshin Deyashiki Station -
Mukogawa Riverbank Green Space
The rape blossoms spread across the riverbed like a yellow carpet.
It's a great place for a walk on a warm day. The rape blossoms are at their best in early March.Access 15 minutes by car from the hotel -
Yomogawa Green Space
In May, about 640 roses of 30 varieties bloom along the Yomogawa River, filling the area with a gorgeous fragrance.
If you're lucky, you might even be able to take a photo with the train.
It is about a 5-minute walk from Hanshin Deyashiki Station and about a 30-minute walk from the hotel, so it is a good distance for walking.
Access 5 minutes walk from Hanshin Deyashiki Station -
Mukogawa Higenowatashi Cosmos Garden
Approximately 5.5 million cosmos flowers, lovingly cultivated by local volunteers, spread across the riverbed.
It is also a popular spot to take photos of flowers with the Shinkansen passing in the background.
The best time to see the flowers is from mid-October to mid-November.
Access From "Hanshin Amagasaki Station", take Hanshin Bus Route 43 "To Miyanokita Danchi" and get off at "Nishi Konyo". Follow the signs and walk for 5 minutes. -
Oda Minami Park
In late November, you can see rows of beautiful ginkgo trees shining golden.
It is a 20-minute walk from the hotel and is also recommended for walking.
Access 20 minutes walk from the hotel -
Mizudou Susanoo Shrine
Mizudou Susanoo Shrine is a beautiful shrine with magnificent ceiling paintings and a flower water basin decorated with flowers of the four seasons.
The eye-catching ceiling painting in the worship hall, "Man'yo Flowers," with its vivid blues and greens and intricately painted flowers, was painted as a memorial to the victims of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake.
Access Take the Hanshin bus bound for Takarazuka Station from Amagasaki Cultural Center. Get off at Mizudo. About a 10-minute walk.
