Area Guide
SOST is conveniently located just a 6-minute walk from Shin-Osaka Station, the gateway to Osaka and a key transportation hub in the Kansai region. It takes about 55 minutes from Kansai Airport, making it ideal for sightseeing in Osaka, but it is also located in an unparalleled location, with Kyoto in 35 minutes, Kobe in 55 minutes, Wakayama City in 65 minutes, and Nara in 75 minutes. Shin-Osaka Station is a huge station with many commercial facilities and restaurants on the premises, and the station is also the departure and arrival point for express buses to various locations, as well as various tours and rental cars.
SOST is located in a small residential area, surrounded by hotels and apartment buildings. There is a convenience store on every corner, which is very convenient. In addition, the area around Nishinakajima Station, which is served by the nearby subway and Hankyu train lines, is lined with many restaurants and izakayas, so you’re sure to find a delicious restaurant that suits your tastes at an affordable price.
