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introducing areas along the line, along with discountcoupons. The ticket can be used for sightseeing around
Amagasaki, as well as Umeda, Osaka Namba, andKobe. You can also use it to experience the sakebrewery districts of Nishinomiya and Nada, Ashiya –famous for its confectionary stores, and much more!

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Hospitality from the Amagasaki family
It’s one of the friendliest cities in Japan,
given the nickname “Ama” by locals.
We’ll introduce you to Amagasaki
through one local family.

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Down-to-earth local restaurants
If you’re going out for dinner with friends or family, why not try
one of these famous, cheap restaurants as selected by the Amagasaki
family?

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I recofried ricetheEnjoy the flavor of this home-stylecuisine with a glass of sake

Shoh MAP 2With an interior based around its expansive counter, this restaurant
has a relaxed, at-home atmosphere. Its menu features home-style
Korean cuisine and side dishes that match perfectly with the drinks
on offer. The owner, Ms. Nakayama, greets all guests warmly and isfluent in Korean. The restaurant also has a supply of hard to findfamous Dassai Sake, and an extensive list of other items on offer.
Single diners warmly welcomed!
●1-7-5 Nagasu Hon-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6482-0025
16:00–22:00, closed Sundays and public holidays

High quality Japanese black beef at surprisingly
affordable prices!

Japan’s oldest operating
Chinese noodle restaurant!

Amagasaki MAP 1
Yakiniku Donya Yami-ichi Hanshin
A-2
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Ai Amagasaki (22)The daughter of thefamily. An office worker
who uses the Hanshin
Railway to commute to
her job in Osaka Namba.

Daikan Honten

MAP 1 A-3

In operation for 103 years, this restaurant is thought to be theoldest operating Chinese noodle restaurant in Japan. Famous
for its soy sauce, rich soups made from chicken and porkbones, and its delicious homemade egg noodles, thisrestaurant provides all of its guests with a special experience.
We recommend the special fried rice set meal. Chinese andKorean language menus available.
●3-29 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-9583
11:30–21:00, closed Wednesdays(Open public holidays but closed following day)8 pieces of nigiri sushi + side dish inc. red miso soup + free drink \1500(only available evenings)

Fresh, downtown sushi!

Ama Zushi MAP 1 A-3Popular with the locals at night, this restaurant features freshly made sushi
crafted by the head chef Mr. Nishiyama. In addition to its downtown
atmosphere, there are also menu items available from Mr. Nishiyama’s
hometown of Kagoshima.
●3-27 Kanda Kita-dori,Amgasaki☎06-6413-9151
11:00–14:00/17:00–23:00,
closed Wednesdays

Try out the delicious egg
noodles and soup!
Chinese Soba \850

Over 100 menu items available
at a reasonable price!

Gonbei Amagasaki Store
Using seasonal ingredients purchased direct from
Amagasaki’s wholesalers market, this izakaya (Japanese
tavern) offers cheap and tasty cuisine. With over 100
menu items available, including fried skewers, sashimi,
and sushi, you’ll never be stuck for choice! All seats are
private booths, making for a relaxing atmosphere.
English, Chinese, and Korean menus available.
●2-18 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6413-0550
16:00–24:00 (12:00–23:30 on Sundays and public
holidays) Open 365 days Credit cards ok!

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Credit cards ok!

Seasoned Korean vegetables \200, turban
shell delicacy \400, steamed pork \580, etc.

Colorful mixed fruit sandwich(persimmon, melon, banana
Exquisite fruit sandwiches, setetc.) \800
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Coffee House Colombia MAP 1 B-2This café offers freshly ground coffee and beautifully presented sandwiches from 8
am every morning. We recommend the fruit sandwiches, which are full of fresh,seasonal fruit and whipped cream. 9 varieties of sandwiches are on offer, including
mixed sandwiches, toasted tuna sandwiches and more. They’re all delicious!
●117 Tateya-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-6752
8:00–18:00, closed Thursdays

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plate \480, spring
onion & chicken
skewers (1) \170,sake (large) \540etc.

A yakiniku barbeque restaurant that offers carefully
selected Japanese black beef at surprisingly cheap
prices. In order to reduce prices, the restaurantpurchases entire heads of cattle. As a special offer,customers who bring this pamphlet with them can ordera special “Omotenashi Set (Hospitality Set Menu)”. The
menu includes 3 varieties of wagyu beef, including
marinated rib beef, salad, rice, desert and 2 hours ofunlimited drinks, for just 3000 yen per person.
Omotenashi set only available to groups of 4 or
●4-98 Kanda Kita-dori, Amagasaki
more. Reservations must by made by 16:00.
Please present this pamphlet upon entering.
17:00–23:15 No set holidays☎06-6411-1129

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Antipasto set (L) \1200,
margarita \1000, wine (glass)from \450

Open late at night!
An Italian restaurantthat prides itself on
its comfy atmosphere.

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Ralipappa Café
Located conveniently in the center of the city, this restaurant hasa relaxed atmosphere that lets visitors escape from the hustle andbustle of daily life. It boasts entrees made from organic
vegetables, generously sized servings of pizza and pasta, and an
extensive menu. It’s also open until 3 am, allowing patrons toenjoy either a quiet drink or a proper meal late at night.
●5-117 Showa Minami-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6430-6886
18:00–3:00 No set holidays
Credit cards ok!

Take a stroll through “Snack city”

If you walk through downtown at night, you’re sure to notice the neon “lounge” and“snack bar” signs. These establishments are a form of evening entertainment formen, where female staff members talk and drink with patrons. We understand it
can be a bit nerve-wracking to just enter one of these establishments suddenly!
That’s why we’d like to introduce you to “Lounge Yoshiko”. Upon entering the door,
the first thing you’ll notice is the chic interior and the relaxed atmosphere. You canorder a drink at the counter, or take a seat on one of the more private sofa-styleseats in the back. Karaoke is also available. The mama-san, Yoshiko Sato,
introduced her bar to us by saying “Our guests can choose to sing karaoke, enjoy
chatting with our girls, or just relax.” You can have fun singing karaoke in English,
Chinese or Korean, or try speaking to the girls in Japanese. We hope you’ll havethe opportunity to fully enjoy Japan’s nightlife culture!
Lounge Yoshiko has created a “1-hour trial course” for foreign guests. With
unlimited beer, whiskey, and karaoke for just \3000. Reserve beforehand, or bringthis pamphlet with you. (Staff members only speak Japanese.)

Lounge Yoshiko
MAP 1 A-3
● KT-2 Building 207, 4-58
Showa Minami-dori, Amagasaki☎06-6418-8341
21:00–2:00, closed
Sundays/public holidays
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Food that’s perfect for eating on the go,or for an evening snack!

Food

The phrase “There’s always more room for snacks” is auniversal phenomenon! Why not try these gourmet
snacks you can eat on the go?

Over 800 pieces of this famous
Amagasaki bread are sold daily!

Montparnasse MAP 1 B-4
This bakery and café can be found within Hanshin Amagasaki Station. In business for morethan 40 years, this bakery has always been famous for its Russian “pirozhki” (a type of fried
dumpling containing flavored boiled egg, beef mince and onion). On busy days 800–1000 ofthese dumplings alone are sold! You can eat them in the restaurant, or take them with you toenjoy.
●93 Higashi Misono-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6413-3301
Mon–Fri 7:30–19:30,
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Close to JR Amagasaki Station, this eatery is popular with foreign tourists.
Particularly popular are the steaming hot takoyaki octopus dumplings, madefrom a special batter that is extra fluffy. 7 types of sauces are available, but werecommend the soy and mayonnaise flavor. Venture inside if you want to try
the full menu! (Staff only speak Japanese)●1-7-1 Shioe, Amagasaki ☎06-6497-2515
17:00–23:00, closed Sundays
Pirozhki \160. May be sold out in the evenings.

Akikazu Amagasaki (55)
The father of the family. Works at afactory in Amagasaki and is a regular
at a variety of bars and pubs. Boasts
that he was famous for his drinking
ability in his youth.

Great
before for a snack
dinner!

Ice green tea with Maccha just\100. Ok to drink in store.

More than 100 MAP 1
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varieties offragrant tea on offer

Misono Amagasaki (48)The mother of the family.
Used to work as a bankteller, but quit after
marrying Akikazu who she
met through her job.
Raised two children, andnow works part time at astore in a shopping district.

Nakamura-enMore than 100 varieties of crepes
available from just \200!

Loriant Crêpe

Full of strawberries, bananas
and apples. All Fruit Parfait\650 (Strawberries may besubstituted for pomelo
depending on season)

MAP 1 A-2

A popular crepe store that has been operating for over 30 years. Their most popular offering aretheir chocolate crepes, but more than 100 varieties are on offer. Cooked to order, the combinationof their freshly made crepes and whipped cream is to die for. English menu also available.
●5-181 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-2998
10:30–20:00, closed Thursdays

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In operation for over 120 years, this store
specializes in Japanese green tea. Over100 varieties are on offer, including uniqueblends containing high-quality Uji-cha from
Kyoto, as well as easy to drink teabagvarieties. Cans for storing tea, decorated
with vividly colored Japanese paper, andother items suitable for souvenirs alsoavailable.
English, Chinese, and Korean instruction
manuals available.
●3-45 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki
10:00–19:30☎06-6411-2320
Open 365 days Credit cards ok !

is great!

This store has been open for over 165 years and is famous for fried fish paste
tempura. The most popular item is shiroten tempura, containing cloud ear
mushroom. 7 other varieties, including squid tempura, are also available.
Containing no additives, the sweet, fragrant flavor of the fish paste is sure to bea hit with anyone.
●4-86 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-0695
9:00–19:00, closed
Thursdays

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A variety of colorful kimchi,
made from fresh tomatoes
and other
vegetables

Made with fresh minced fish
7 varieties of fish paste
tempura on offer MAP 1 A-2

Amagasaki Masusen

Crunchy tempura that stays
delicious even when cool
A locally run tempura store. Offers a variety of tempura
including sardine, shrimp and pumpkin for between \60
and \150. The crunchy tempura batter has just a hint ofsweetness to it. Delicious when freshly cooked or whencool. The squid tentacle tempura (\300), cooked freshin the evenings, is particularly popular.
●83 Tateya-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6413-2952
10:00–18:00 No set holidays

Piping-hot takoyaki thatmelts in the mouth
Quick Drinks Bar Shouya

Shiroten tempura (\190) often sells out by the evening

The fooMitsukazu Amagasaki (17)The son of the family. A high schooler
who loves baseball. Has a hearty
appetite and always likes to get asnack on his way home frompractice.

Slowly fermented bok choy kimchi (slow kimchi) is themost popular – 100g for \100

Fukunan Shouten
A popular kimchi store located in the central
shopping street. Over 30 varieties of kimchi
available, including regular favorites like bok choy
and cucumber, as well as rarer varieties including
tomato, Chinese yam, and Japanese mustard
spinach. Contain no preservatives. The rich flavorof this delicious, spicy kimchi is thanks to thehomemade Yangnyeom Jang seasoned soy
sauce.
●4-160 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki
10:00–19:00☎06-6413-8880
Open 365 days

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Takaraya Yuki
A local confectionary store loved by locals thathas been operating in Amagasaki for over 87
years. Their famous dorayaki red bean jam
cakes use azuki beans from Hokkaido andfresh eggs from Hiroshima. The flavor of thedelicately sweet anko red bean paste
sandwiched between moist castella cakes istruly delicious. Over 300 are sold daily. A
variety of seasonal items are also available.
●1F Hanshin Department Store (inside
Amagasaki Q’s Mall), 1-3-1 Shioe, Amagasaki
10:00–20:00☎06-6498-9546“Mikoshi” Chestnut dorayaki –Opening hours same as Hanshin Department \185Store Credit cards ok!

&Good for eating on the go Niman-ou
Ogura Shouten
Taiyaki are a pancake-like confectionary shaped like fish, and are popularthroughout Japan. They contain a variety of fillings, including azuki redbean jam and custard, chocolate, etc. Niman-ou is a taiyaki store locatedclose to Hanshin Amagasaki Station, that sells taiyaki that are famous forbeing slightly crunchy on the outside, and soft and chewy in the center. On
weekends and holidays they sell up to 5000 taiyaki per day. Along withtraditional red bean jam taiyaki (\70), custard taiyaki (\90) are also
popular. Due to their cheap price, customers often buy large amounts togive away as souvenirs.
Ogura Shouten — located within the shopping street — has been run by ahusband and wife team for more than 56 years. They use cast iron molds
to cook each taiyaki (\100) individually, using a traditional style known as“iccho-yaki”. The combination of red bean jam paste and fragrant casing
creates a truly delicious flavor. Why not munch on one while taking a stroll
through Amagasaki?

Niman-ou

Ogura Shouten●1-2-1 Kanda Naka-dori,
Amagasaki☎06-6412-5701
10:00–21:00
No set holidays●7-178 Showa Minami-dori, Amagasaki☎None 10:00–16:00 (Only open
while stocks last) Closed Mondays andTuesdays, closed occasionally on
Fridays.

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To help those who may be short on time,
we’ve included estimated times for all
the activities we introduce here.

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Ohama Amagasaki (75)
The grandmother of thefamily. Was invited by her latehusband, Heizaemon, tobecome a volunteer guide in
Teramachi.

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Kazuo Shiraga (1924–2008) was known as a daring artist who used an unusualtechnique of hanging his body from ropes suspended from the ceiling andpainting with his feet on canvases on the floor. He was a core member of the
Gutai Group, which led the avant-garde art movement in postwar Japan. He isrenowned throughout the world for his works, which also hang in the Centre
Georges Pompidou in France. His painting style, which is said to have been
influenced by the majestic style of the festivals held at the Kifune shrine inAmagasaki (see p.12), is rooted in his deep love for Amagasaki. This has led tohim gifting many of his works to the city of Amagasaki. The memorial room —completed in 2013 — displays works and other materials that are owned by thecity.
●4F Amagasaki Cultural Center, 2-7-16 Showa-dori, Amagasaki
10:00–12:00/13:00–17:00 (Entry until 16:30)☎06-6487-0806
Closed during exhibit changes Entry Fee: \200

“Kazuo Shiraga at work in his studio” 1963
Photo provided by: Amagasaki Cultural Center

Amagasaki Boat Races

Amagasaki Sports Forest
A multi-purpose sports facility that features an indoor pool and fitness equipment, as
well as a ground golf (similar to miniature golf) course. In the summer you can take a
dip in the outdoor pool “Amalago”, and enjoy the River Ride waterslide — which is 13
meters tall and 109 meters in length — as well as the wave pool. Water depth is lessthan 1 meter, making it safe even for small children. An ice skating rink is open from
October through to May, with skates sized between 15cm & 30cm available for rent.
●43 Ougimachi, Amagasaki ☎06-6412-1655 www.a-spo.com
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half-da9:00–17:30 (Mid July–Start of September)
Entry Fee: Adults \1300, Middle/High School \800,
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Teramachi
Amagasaki castle was built in 1617 by the feudal lord Ujikane Toda,
to protect the western side of Osaka castle. Teramachi (literally“temple town”) began as a way to provide services for the town
around the castle, by collecting all of the temples scattered aroundthe castle in one place. 11 temples are situated in a space of just 3.9
hectares. Starting with structures that have remained in place formore than 400 years, such as Jouon-ji temple’s pagoda (photo far
left), more than 7 buildings in the area have been designated asImportant Cultural Properties of Japan. The width of the roads andthe blocks of lands remain almost the same as they were hundredsof years ago, allowing visitors to truly experience the atmosphere ofa castle town. If you have time, why not take a stroll through thebackstreets in the area?

*Minors must be accompanied by an adult, and may not purchase betting cards.

Refresh your mind and bodyin an outdoor spacesurrounded by greenery

Ama-love art lab “A-Lab”, a space for young
artists to produce and present their works,
opened in October 2015. It’s possible toparticipate in workshops and exhibitions by theartists to truly experience the art for yourself.
●2-33-1 Nishi Nagasu-cho, Amagasaki(Opening hours during exhibitions)
11:00–19:00
Saturdays/Sundays/Public holidays:10:00–18:00
Closed Tuesdays
Free Entry☎06-6489-6385 (Public Relations, Cultural &Foreign Affairs Division, Amagasaki City)

A 400-year-old slice of
Amagasaki, just 5 minutes
from the station

The Amagasaki Boat Races are a form of public gambling in Japan, and consist of 6boats performing 3 laps per race. You can choose to bet on who will be the winner, or
who will come 1st, 2nd and 3rd for even higher dividends. Bets are placed in units of\100, and all you have to do is select your favorites on a betting card. There are 12
races per day, and demonstration races are performed beforehand, allowing you to try
and pick out the strongest contestants from the way they handle their boats and theroar of their engines. The races are managed by the cities of Amagasaki and Itami, withall proceeds going towards public projects. There are also locally run food stalls within
the area, selling a variety of tasty treats.
●199-1 Suimei-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6419-3181 www.amagasaki.gr.jp
Entry Fee: \100
Please check dates and times beforehand. Foreign language pamphlets available.

Choose your bets. Betting cards can be Viewing the races. The best seats are in the stands.
purchased from the vending machines orsales booths.

A-Lab

World Moneybox Museum
The World Moneybox Museum is run by the Amagasaki Shinkin Bank, and houses
a collection of moneyboxes from around the world. The museum building itself wascompleted in the 1930s, and was originally the second bank building, stillcontaining the original bank vault. The building has been featured on a number of
TV shows, and was originally opened as a museum in 1984, featuring 600 items
that were collected by an employee. Currently it houses over 13000 items from 62
countries around the world, and continues to expand its
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Kuise Shotengai MAP 4
shopping street
Kuise has been a downtown area of
Amagasaki since olden times, and is filledwith delicious items ready for tonight’s
dinner. At the Market Dining Hall you caneat meals made from freshly preparedsashimi direct from the fishmonger, or fried
pork tonkatsu cutlets straight from thebutcher. There are a variety of interesting
shops on offer, including the Ama Saladjuice bar, offering freshly squeezed juices
featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Or you can try sake tasting at the
Yamamoto Liquor Store. Kuise is only 2
stops away from Hanshin Amagasaki
station on the Hanshin line, so why not
drop by and check out this retro-styled
gourmet shopping street?

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5 minutes on foot from Hanshin Kuise station

Bathhouses

Yamamoto Liquor Store, offering local Daikoku
Masamune sake from Kobe

Kuise market offers a variety of fresh fruits,
vegetables, and other items

Relax after your long journey
at one of these wonderful
sento bathhouses.
Ama features some of the top bathhouses in Japan.
Relax in these expansive tubs while soaking in someJapanese culture. They’re the perfect way to unwind,featuring natural hot spring water, and retro interiors.

Ama Salad creates deliciously
fresh juices full of nutrition
One popular menu item from theMarket Dining Hall – “Sashimi Set Meal”\780

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Amagasaki’s shopping streets are
great for shopping or dining

hotengai Experience all the variety that Ama’s shopping streets have to offer,

Shopping Streets

A nostalgic atmosphere redolent of old-Japan

from fresh ingredients, to dining, clothing, and more.
Shop like the locals do!

Daiichi Shikishima-yu

Just a 5-minute walk from Hanshin Kuise station, one of this sento’s
distinguishing features is its unusual “Kara-hafu” entryway, reached bywalking along a narrow alleyway. Built in 1923, Daiichi Shikishima-yu
has a rich history. Upon entering you are greeted by Mrs. Isako Kuroki,
who has been working at there for more than half a century. The baths
themselves are small, but quiet, and you can enjoy gazing upon the tile
mosaics on the walls, and relax to the scent of the bath salts, which arechanged according to season. Why not try one of the relaxing retro
massage machines after your bath?
●1-25-5 Kuise Honmachi, Amagasaki ☎06-6481-7120
14:45–23:00, closed Tuesdays
Adults \400, Elementary school children \160, Children 6 or under \60

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Sanwa Hondori Shotengai shopping
street features many discountconfectionary stores

Upon exiting Amagasaki station
you’ll see the entrance,with a painting of Amagasaki
castle above ite

A course on sento:

Chuo-Sanwa Shotengai
shopping streets
The entrance makes it look almost
like a theme park

Tenryu Shrine features an albino rat
snake for prosperity in business

It’s fun justchatting with theshop assistants!
Characters cheering on a local professional
baseball team10

A shopping heaven,with surprises
MAP 1everywhere!

Just west of Hanshin Amagasaki station isJapan’s largest shopping street, featuring over
400 stores. It’s an area known by the locals for its
bargains, featuring a variety of pharmacies,
confectionary stores, and 100 yen stores. The
area is connected by arcades, making it ideal for
shopping on rainy days, but be sure to take alook at the ceilings as well as the stores. They
feature a variety of photo opportunities, including
paintings of the seven gods of good luck bymanga artist Sobe Amako, as well as mascot
characters cheering on a local professional
baseball team. The street also features video
game arcades, and theatres.

The arcade features the sevengods of good luck, as drawn by the popularmanga artist Sobe Amako, a local of Amagasaki

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A sento with an MAP 3“at home” design

Hourai-yu
This designer sento features a stylish black exterior that really stands out.
The interior makes extensive use of wood to create a relaxing atmosphere,
and the baths are simple and clean. The owner, Satomi Ina, says that her
goal was to create a sento unlike anywhere else in the world. Its number
one feature is its hot spring water that is piped up from 700 meters
underground. A variety of beauty products are also on offer, including
Riento spa cream (\2000), and “Otome no Agari-yu” skin toner (\500).
You’re sure to come out with beautiful, soft skin.
●2-21-2 Doi-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-0567
15:00–23:30 (Open 12:00 on Sundays), closed Fridays
Adults \420, Elementary school children \160, Children 6 or under \60

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- Ensure not to splash people nearby when washingyour body- Return all bathing goods and stools to their originalplaces upon finishing- Dry your body before entering the changing area toensure the floor doesn’ t get wet
If you follow all these rules, you too will be a master of the sento!
Towels, soap, and shampoo are also available for rent.

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Toka Ebisu Festival“Wandafuru (wonderful) Brand Sauce” is thesecret flavor used by pros when making
takoyaki and deep-fried skewers. Hirota Ponzu
sauce contains a blend of Japanese sudachi
citrus juice, bonito fish stock and soy sauce,with a fresh flavor that matches a wide range of
cuisine. The 3 bottle set that includes soy
sauce, is the most popular.

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A special type of Amagasaki ramen with athick soup, perfect for eating at home.

A taste of Japan,
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The first thing you’ll notice about Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine is its gigantic
22-meter tall torii gate. In January, storeowners and businessmen from allaround Amagasaki come to the shrine for the Toka Ebisu festival, in orderto pray for success in business in the New Year. One custom is topurchase decorative stalks of bamboo, which are placed in one’s home orworkplace, and exchanged at the following years’ festival. There is also acustom where money is stuck to a frozen tuna, with the hope that “Money
will stick to you as skin sticks to your body”.
●Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine, 3-82 Kanda-dori, Amagasaki☎06-6411-3859 www.amaebisu.com

Amagasaki AnkakeChampon (¥550)

ouvenirs

Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, sweets, and alcohol.
All of these premium items can only be found in
Amagasaki. Why not give your loved ones a rare
taste of the real Japan?

Hi-no-de Mizuame (¥2200)
Mizuame is a special type ofsweetener from Japan made fromrice. Its comforting flavor is perfect infood, or in drinks like tea.

Tameiki 3 sec. (¥8640)

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Kifune Shrine Summer Festival

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Traditional Japanese portable shrines known as “danjiri” are owned by each town in
Amagasaki, and passed down from generation to generation. They are taken to Kifune
shrine once every summer for the summer festival. This festival is most famous for its
shrine fights known as “Yama-awase”, which attract hundreds of spectators every year.
For the first two days the shrines are marched around their respective towns, with
Yama-awase held on the 2nd of August. The nighttime stalls at the festival are anothersight to behold.
●Kifune Shrine, 6-246 Nishi Honmachi, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-0170
kifunesan.jp

Mukogawa Bon
Festival
Dance
Understanding the spiritof Japan through dance

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An unusual pen stand that allows pens to sink into it. Madeusing a highly accurate design by a local Amagasaki
company.

Held on thEvery year in August, parks and other open spaces throughout
Japan are filled with music as Bon festival dances are held
throughout Japan. The dance sees young and old alike don
Yukata — a type of summer kimono — to dance to a particularrhythm known as “ondo”. This spectacle is perfect forexperiencing Japanese culture, with Amagasaki’s largest Bon
dance being held between August 23 and 25 at Mukogawa
Kasenjiki Park (close to the east exit of Hanshin Mukogawa
station). Festivities are held between 18:30–22:00. Why notjoin in and experience the real Japan?

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A store specializing in everything made in Amagasaki, from rare seasonings to
hot water bottles, high tech ball pens, and more. Situated within the parkoutside Hanshin Amagasaki station.
●1-1 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki 10:00–18:00, closed Thursdays☎06-6412-2086 Credit cards ok!

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The god of Kuise Kumano Shrine is paraded around the local area for those who areunable to come to the shrine to pray. The god itself is placed on a frame known as amikoshi. The shrine asks for volunteers every year for this event, with the chief priest
Mr. Nakanishi saying that “I hope that people from all over the world can carry theshrine even for a short while to receive some of the god’s power.”
As well as the “Large mikoshi” weighing approximately 1 ton, there is also a “Woman
mikoshi” and a “Child mikoshi” to ensure that anyone can participate in this unusual
festival.
●Kuise Kumano Shrine, 1-9-36 Kuise Honmachi, Amagasaki ☎06-6481-6903
www.kuise.com

One item that perfectly captures
Amagasaki’s industry is these highquality “Yutampo” hot water bottles.

Made in Amagasaki Shope firsMikoshi shrines are carried to pray for Saotuf rde ay and Sundtay
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Kuise Kumano Mikoshi

Hot water bottle (¥1810)

You can even find souvenirs in supermarkets
and pharmacies.
If you’re looking for souvenirs in a hurry, why not try oneof Amagasaki’s supermarkets or pharmacies? You might
be able to find rare items that have already sold out in
Namba or Umeda. The “Daily Qanat Izumiya” in the
Amasta Amasen shopping center near Hanshin
Amagasaki station is conveniently open until midnight,
and is popular with people on their way home from work,with a wide variety of food items on sale. The large Q’s
Mall shopping center in front of JR Amagasaki station
features a large supermarket and pharmacy, making it
perfect for shopping after checking into your hotel.
Amagasaki Daily Qanat Izumiya (MAP 1 A-3)

A 100 yen store in the Chuo shopping street

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Enjoy the quiet of Teramachi in the mornings, the bustling
shopping streets in the afternoons, or the glittering city lights inthe evenings. Why not stay overnight and experience theever-changing cityscape of Amagasaki?
*All reference fees are calculated for a single adult. All service fees and taxes are included.
*The information published here is current as of February 2016.
*Prices for double and twin rooms are calculated for one person only.

Amagasaki Central HotelAll rooms include awireless network
connection and yourchoice of pillow style, as
well as a quick check-in
service available fromyour second stay. The
manager spends 250
nights a year staying
here, to ensure the hotel
continuously improves. Situated close to a shopping
street.
●4-30 Showa Minami-dori, Amagasaki☎06-6411-5000
Check-in: 15:00~ / Check-out: 11:00
Fees: Single \6800~ / Double \4900~ / Twin \6500~ /Carpark \500 per night (reservation required)* Please enquire at the front counter regarding fees

Toyoko Inn Hanshin Amagasaki Ekimae
Located conveniently
close to a limousine bus
stop bound for KansaiInternational Airport, andis just a 1-minute walkaway from the west exitof Hanshin Amagasaki
station. All rooms feature
free Wi-Fi, and there is afree computer andprinter in the lobby forguest use.
●19 Misono-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6416-1045
Check-in: 16:00~ / Check-out: 10:00
Free Breakfast Service: 6:00–9:30
Fees: Single \6804~ / Twin \5022~ / Carpark \700 pernight (reservation required)

Hotel Live Max Amagasaki
Located just a 3-minute
walk from the west exitof Hanshin Amagasaki
station, this hotel is also
close to Teramachi andshopping streets. We
recommend making
reservations early totake advantage of the
discounts available. The
front desk is only open
until 23:00, so please ensure you check-in
beforehand.
●119-1 Nishi Misono-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6412-8001
Check-in: 15:00~ / Check-out: 10:00
Fees: Single \7000~ / Twin \5000~ / Carpark \1000 pernight (first-come-first-served basis)

Miyako Hotel New Archaic MAP 1 A-4“Miko” Shrine Maiden
Photo Plan

A landmark of Hanshin
Amagasaki, towering
100 meters above thecity. Features Japanese,
Western, and Chinese
restaurants.
The bar on the top level(Sky Bar TOP OF THE
CRYSTAL) features
glorious views of Osaka
bay at night. All rooms
include free Wi-Fi.

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Miko are young women who work at shrines, and wear long, traditional garments that arecommonly seen in Japanese anime. Why not take the opportunity try one on?
You can take photos using your own camera or smartphone, and reservations can even be
made the day prior.
\1000 per person. Women only.
●Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine, 3-82 Kanda Naka-dori, Amagasaki☎06-6411-3859 www.amaebisu.com

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xperience●2-7-1 Showa-dori, Amagasaki ☎06-6488-7777
Check-in: 14:00~ / Check-out: 11:00
Fees: Single \15444~ / Double \9504~ / Twin \13068~ /Carpark \500 per night

Hotel Hopinn Aming
A JR West Hotels Group
hotel, directly connected
to JR Amagasaki station,
this hotel is located just
5 minutes from Osaka
Namba. Features 190
spacious rooms of 20m2
or larger. The restauranton the second floor
provides everything fromcasual dining through toa party menu. Alsoboasts a store selling delicious cakes.

●1-4-1 Shioe, Amagasaki ☎06-6491-0002
Check-in: 15:00~ / Check-out: 11:00
Fees: Single \14040~ / Double \9720~ / Twin \9720~

Rental Sento Bathhouse MAP 3
Plan

Enjoy the luxury of the natural hot spring waters of Hourai-yu for 2 hours
with this rental plan. Reservations are available on Fridays for groups of
20 or more, and must be made by the day prior. Adults \420, Elementary
school children \160, Children 6 or under \60.
●Hourai-yu, 2-21-2 Doi-cho, Amagasaki☎06-6411-0567
houraiyu@yahoo.co.jp
15:00–23:30
Rental plan only available
Fridays.

Japanese “Ryokan”
Inn Plan

A business hotel withreasonable set prices. Its
pillow-lending corner, andfree breakfast service
allow you to relax yourbody and mind. Its
homepage also includes
information about nearby
ramen restaurants.

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Enjoy a stay in this 100-year-old traditional Japanese ryokan. The proprietress
Kyoko Higuchi lived in Australia for 22 years before coming back to Japan, so
English-speaking guests are more than welcome. Reservations can be made at
www.takeyaso.com \4200–\4900 per person per night (does not include meals).
●Takeyaso Inn
2-85 Miyauchi-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6411-2525
Includes bar (reservations required)
Cash only●5-16-26 Higashi
Naniwa-cho, Amagasaki☎06-6483-1100
Check-in: 15:00~ / Check-out: 11:00
Free Breakfast service 6:30 to 9:00 (in the first floor tavern "Lantern")
Fees: Single \5000~ / Double \3900~ / Twin \4150~ / Carpark \800
per night (reservation required)

You can find everything to do in Ama here!

Amagasaki Tourist Bureau

Ama-love i+Plus

Sun Hotel Amagasaki

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A tourist bureau dedicated to introducing Amagasaki’s history, traditions, culture andindustries, as well outing spots and gourmet restaurants. Pamphlets and maps ofareas and facilities throughout Amagasaki are available, and they can also help youwith contacting and making reservations at places introduced in this pamphlet.
●1-1-1 Shioe, Amagasaki, within JR Amagasaki station (outside ticket gates)
10:00–18:00, closed 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month☎050-3772-5410 ama-kan.jp

Just a two-minute walkfrom Hanshin Deyashiki
station, this hotelfeatures a free Wi-Fi
spot and a rental pillow
rack on the first floor.
Being able to choose thestyle of pillow right foryou is sure to provide a
restful night! Also
includes a free breakfast
service.

Amagasaki Hospitality Pamphlet Editor’ s Committee
This committee was created in September 2015 to offer hospitality and tourism ideas for the increasing number offoreign tourists visiting Amagasaki.
Members:
Support from:

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Hands-on plans created by Ama, the city of hospitality.
Create memories of a lifetime.

Amagasaki Plaza Hotel●1-26 Miyauchi-cho, Amagasaki ☎06-6417-1300
Check-in: 15:00~ / Check-out: 10:00
Free breakfast service: 6:00–9:00
Fees: Single \6700~ / Twin \6000~ /Carpark \800 per night (reservation required)e
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Amagasaki City Hall, Amagasaki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Amagasaki Shinkin Bank,
Amagasaki Ebisu Shrine, Kuise Action Group, TMO Amagasaki Co. Ltd., Hanshin Electric Railway Co., Ltd.
Amagasaki Central Hotel, Hotel Hopinn Aming, Miyako Hotel New Archaic

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