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Amagasaki尼崎
Spend half a day (2–3 h) exploring Amagasaki’s waterfront mall and nearby Hanshin line stations, then continue to Osaka or Kobe.
Amagasaki is an industrial city west of Osaka with two train stations, a large shopping mall (Q’s Mall) and a Costco. Its sights are limited, so a few hours suffice before moving on to nearby attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat), Golden Week
- Airport
- KIX
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Amagasaki110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Amagasaki, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyAmagasaki is safe for daytime walking; stay on main streets and avoid industrial zones after dark.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKIX Kansai International Airport (Bus or train to Osaka Station, then JR to Amagasaki (≈45 min total).).
- Getting aroundUse JR Amagasaki (north) and Hanshin Amagasaki (south).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a convenience store¥200–¥350 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedBusiness‑hotel double room, a night, per room¥15,000 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedBusiness‑hotel double room, a night, per room¥35,000 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥11,000 (≈ US$75) · High ¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KIX Kansai International Airport (Bus or train to Osaka Station, then JR to Amagasaki (≈45 min total).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Amagasaki: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Dec
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Use JR Amagasaki (north) and Hanshin Amagasaki (south). Local Hanshin stops include Kuise and Daimotsu; both lines connect to Osaka and Kobe in 15–30 min.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kobe
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Hanshin line from Amagasaki Hanshin to Sannomiya, about 20 min
Port city with waterfront and Chinatown; easy for a half‑day.
Osaka (Umeda/Namba)
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
JR or Hanshin line, 10–15 min
Major shopping, dining and transport hub.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Vischio Amagasaki
Near JR Amagasaki station; convenient for short stays.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business‑hotel double room1 × 1 night × ¥8,000 | ¥8,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥6,000 | ¥6,000 |
| JR Osaka → Amagasaki ticket1 × ¥560 · check | ¥560 |
| Hanshin line day pass1 × ¥800 · check | ¥800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,540 |
| Trip total≈ ¥16,900 per person per day, bed included | ¥16,900≈ US$120 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a convenience store | ¥200–¥350 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bento from a supermarket | ¥500–¥900 (≈ US$4–7) |
| JR Osaka → Amagasaki ticket | ¥560 (≈ US$4) |
| Hanshin line ride | ¥210–¥340 (≈ US$2–3) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Most of the city is industrial; limited tourist attractions.
- Check opening hours of Q’s Mall and Costco before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Amagasaki尼崎
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka (check address); other countries use Osaka or Tokyo embassies.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- JR Osaka → Amagasaki: about ¥560 (≈ US$4), 10 min (check)
- Hanshin line day pass: about ¥800 (≈ US$6) for unlimited rides (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Amagasaki. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heat), Golden Week · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a short walk to Kuise Station for the Nepalese restaurant Ka Ka (check hours).
- Combine a visit to Q’s Mall with a Costco food‑court stop for budget meals.
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