Izumisano City sits in the southern part of Osaka Prefecture and has two quite different sides: a mountainous inland area around Inunakiyama, and a coastal area centered on Rinku Town and Kansai International Airport. Since travel time and the mood of each area differ a lot, it helps to decide in advance which side you want to focus on.
Using open tourism data published by Osaka Prefecture, this article groups 23 spots in Izumisano City by rough character — mountain temples and hot springs, coastal shopping and viewpoints, and historic sites around Hinano — to help you plan a route.
Details on each individual spot are listed further down this page; this text focuses on how to think about getting around the city.
Inland: Inunakiyama hot springs and shrines
In the Oki district in the south of Izumisano, Mt. Inunakiyama is home to the temple Inunakisan Shippouryuuji and older places of worship such as Hibashiri Shrine. Several Inunakiyama Onsen inns and bathing facilities cluster nearby, including Fudouguchikan, Inunaki Grand Hotel Kisenkaku, Yumoto Onsensou, Minamitei, and Inunaki Onsen Center, making it possible to combine a hike with a soak in the hot spring.
Public transport here can be limited, so getting around by car is common. Historic spots near Hinano, such as Hine Shrine, Jigen-in Temple, and the Former Mukai Family Residence, pair naturally with an Inunakiyama-focused, inland itinerary.
Coast: Rinku Town and Kansai International Airport
On the coast, Rinku Town centers on Rinku Premium Outlets, Rinku Pleasure Town SEACLE, and Rinku Park, forming a hub for shopping and strolling. Across the water sits Kansai International Airport, and the Kansai Airport Observation Hall 'Sky View' offers views over the airport and sea.
This side is easier to reach by train and works well as a stop before or after a flight, or during a layover. Food-related spots such as Izumisano Fishery Cooperative's open-air market (Aozora Ichiba) and Kitashoji Sake Brewery are also located closer to this coastal area.
Opening hours and closing days for individual facilities can change, so it's worth checking official sources before visiting.
The spots
Things to do犬鳴山温泉 不動口館
A hot spring inn along the Inunakiyama valley stream, offering views of greenery and clear water; day-trip bathing and meal plans are available.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木7番地
- 072-459-7326
Things to doりんくうプレミアム・アウトレット
A large outlet mall across the bay from Kansai International Airport, with many domestic and international brand shops and seaside sunset views.
- 大阪府泉佐野市りんくう往来南3-28
- 072-458-4600
Things to doりんくうプレジャータウンSEACLE（シークル）
A complex shopping facility directly connected to Rinku Town Station, featuring a Ferris wheel and a hot spring bath alongside shops.
- 大阪府泉佐野市りんくう往来南3番地
- 072-461-4196
Things to do犬鳴山温泉（犬鳴グランドホテル紀泉閣）
A hotel at Inunakiyama Onsen with an open-air bath overlooking the stream, plus Japanese- and Western-style bathhouses and a sauna.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木2240
- 072-459-7200 フリーダイヤル0120-41-2601
Things to do犬鳴山温泉（湯元温泉荘／山乃湯）
An Inunakiyama Onsen inn known for its slightly milky, smooth-feeling spring water, appealing to those seeking the original source water.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木2234
- 湯元温泉荘072-459-7015、日帰り入浴山乃湯072-459-7515
Things to do犬鳴山温泉 み奈美亭
A hot spring inn with sulfur-cold mineral water, where guests can enjoy seasonal scenery along with kaiseki or hot pot meals.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木2236
- 072-459-7336
Shrines & temples火走神社
A shrine with a main hall built in the early Edo period; its adjacent Sachi-sha hall is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property tied to a fire-related legend.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木1534
- 072-459-7511つながらない場合は080-4248-2996までお願いいたします。
Shrines & temples蟻通神社
An ancient shrine linked to Heian-era poetry and The Pillow Book, also known for hosting outdoor takigi noh performances tied to noh theater history.
- 大阪府泉佐野市長滝814
- 072-465-0897
Shrines & temples奈加美神社
A shrine dedicated to Hachiman, where wisteria in spring and hydrangeas or lotus in other seasons decorate the grounds.
- 大阪府泉佐野市中庄834
- 072-462-7080
Parks & gardens大井関公園
A park along the Kashii River known for cherry blossoms, with a scenic gorge of unusual rocks and views from its arched bridge.
- 大阪府泉佐野市日根野東上
- 072-469-3131
Shrines & temples犬鳴山七宝瀧寺
A head temple of the Shingon sect said to be founded by En no Gyoja, set among a mountain with 48 waterfalls tied to ascetic training history.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木8番地
- 072-459-7101
Food & markets泉佐野漁協青空市場
A market inside Izumisano Fishing Port selling fish landed that day, with adjoining restaurants and a sushi shop to eat fresh catch on the spot.
- 大阪府泉佐野市新町2丁目5187-101
- 問い合わせはメールにお願いします。pakn47893@hera.eonet.ne.jp
Food & markets北庄司酒造
A sake brewery founded in 1921 producing small-batch local sake from regional rice, with a direct sales shop and reservation-based tours.
- 大阪府泉佐野市日根野 3173
- 072-468-0850
Museums旧向井家住宅
A former thatched-roof farmhouse preserving Edo-period architectural style, its four-room layout and raised ceiling showing traditional building techniques.
- 大阪府泉佐野市土丸904
- 072-447-6766(泉佐野市教育委員会文化財保護課)
Shrines & temples
慈眼院
A temple said to date from 673, among the oldest in the Senshu region, with a National Treasure pagoda and an Important Cultural Property main hall (visits require advance reservation).
- 大阪府泉佐野市日根野626
- 072-467-0092
Shrines & temples意賀美神社（泉佐野市）
A shrine along the Kashii River dedicated to a water deity, its main hall reflecting Muromachi-period style and designated an Important Cultural Property.
- 大阪府泉佐野市上之郷45
- 072-468-0540
Viewsりんくうタウン
An international waterfront district facing Kansai International Airport, home to hotels, an outlet mall, and shopping facilities.
- 大阪府泉佐野市りんくう往来北1番
Views関空展望ホール「Sky View」（スカイビュー）
An observation facility overlooking the runway where visitors can watch aircraft take off and land up close, with exhibits about the airport.
- 泉佐野市泉州空港北1
- 072-455-2082
Shrines & temples日根神社
An ancient shrine regarded as the general shrine of the Hineno area, rebuilt in the early Edo period after being destroyed by fire in past conflicts.
- 大阪府泉佐野市日根野631
- 072-467-1162
Coast & beachesりんくう公園
A park with views of Kansai International Airport, featuring a fountain landmark and sunset views from Marble Beach.
- 泉佐野市りんくう往来北1-271
- 072-469-7717
Nature犬鳴山温泉（犬鳴温泉センター）
A hot spring facility deep in Mt. Inunaki, offering clear soda-spring water known for a smooth feel on skin. A relaxing stop when combined with hiking or seasonal foliage viewing.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木犬鳴2238
- 0724-59-7208
Things to do関西国際空港
An international airport built on an artificial island off the Senshu coast, serving as the main air gateway to the Kansai region, including Izumisano itself.
- 泉佐野市泉州空港北1
- 072-455-2500
Shrines & temples犬鳴山
A mountain tied to ancient Shugendo mountain asceticism, centered on Inunaki Shippo-taki-ji Temple, with trails passing waterfalls and training sites for those interested in hiking and spiritual history.
- 大阪府泉佐野市大木
- 072-469-3131 （泉佐野市観光協会）
Spot data and photos are published by 大阪府 観光施設一覧（オープンデータ）. The short descriptions are written by this site. 大阪府 観光施設一覧（オープンデータ）
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