Originally Posted by
agp423
to check out the airport
I think it's an awesome structure. But unless you're wowed by the building, there's very little in the gate area to occupy your mind.
Originally Posted by
agp423
It's sad there are no showers. I would expect at least the ANA lounge to have something since KIX is a major hub.
You can get a shower for a fee - at the 24 hour lounge which is
landside.
http://www.kansai-airport.or.jp/en/service/relax/
Landside is also where you'll find all the worthwhile restaurants and shops. Actually, you can get a pretty decent meal landside. Don't go airside until you need to.
EDIT -
You can also (apparently) get a free shower airside at the following location (see map for "shower room"
http://www.kansai-airport.or.jp/en/service/relax/