Kansai

Coronavirus Cancellations: Events & Attractions Closed in Kansai (Osaka/Kyoto) Due to Covid-19 (March 2020)
How Is the Weather and Climate in Osaka and Kansai? Useful Knowledge Before You Travel
The Osaka Tourist Spot You Can't Miss! A Complete Guide to Making the Most of a Day at Universal Studios Japan""
An Introduction to Must-See Shrines and Temples in Nara
Must-See Sakura Ranking: Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan!
Kyoto Amanohashidate: Japan's Spiritual Home of Magnificent Views, Power Spots, and Delicious Cuisine!
Japan Cherry Blossom 2020 Forecast: When & Where To See Sakura in Japan

Due to coronavirus (COVID 19) outbreaks, some facilities and establishments may be closed or may have changed their operating hours. Please confirm directly with the establishment's official website or other official sources before visiting, and take appropriate precautions during your stay.

Coronavirus (COVID 19): What You Need to Know If Traveling to Japan
Local Government Responses to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Sweet Japan: The Secret Behind Osaka's Insanely Popular MADAME SHINCO Desserts!

Osaka Suburbs Other Cafes and Sweets

MADAME SHINCO is well-known for their Baumkuchen, which is also popular by mail-order. Most people associate current chairwoman Madame Shinko with bright pink colors and leopard print designs. Today, I visited the Madame Shinco Main Branch in Minoh, Osaka to enjoy their limited edition sweets as well as a live performance that can only be seen here! I even got to learn about the real President Shinko herself.

Get the most out of scenic “Ichinenzaka / Ninenzaka”! A one-day walking trip for Kyoto

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Culture Experience
Omiwa Shrine: Get Good Luck in Relationships and Recharge at Japan’s Oldest Shrine in Nara!

Nara Suburbs Shrines
Slip through time into the Edo period at Toei Dazai Film Village

kyoto Suburbs Theme Parks
Kyoto Hot Spring Day Trip! Relaxation Perfection at Ohara Sansou

kyoto Suburbs Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Nara Japan Itinerary: Top 5 Must-See Shrines and Incredible Temples in Japan's Ancient City

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Shrines
Our Writer Could Barely Stand...! Experiencing Osaka's Incredible 'Protruding Observatory'

Shinsekai, Tennouji, Tsuruhashi Landmarks

Osaka's New Can't-Miss Hot Spring Theme Park “Solaniwa Onsen” Is Waiting For You!

USJ, Nanko Port Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)

Relaxing in a hot spring is one of the best things about traveling in Japan. Solaniwa Onsen Osaka Bay Tower is an excellent place to experience a wide variety of hot springs and enjoy various shows. Only about 8 minutes from JR Osaka Station, it’s conveniently located for Osaka sightseers and even offers a free shuttle service to nearby Universal Studios Japan. So put on a yukata and feel your fatigue slip away!

Kyoto Glamping Guide: GRAX in Rurikei Onsen - Lavish BBQ and hot springs in the utmost comfort

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels
Registered as a World Heritage Site! Guide to Mozu Tombs and surrounding area

Sakai Cultural Heritage Sites
Dream With Snoopy - A Look Inside Japan's Very First 'Peanuts Hotel'!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Hotels
Osaka Tenjin Matsuri - A Top Traditional Festival That is a Spectacle of Fire and Water!

USJ, Nanko Port Summer
Ashura and Famous Local Cuisine - A Day of Sightseeing in the Nara Park Area

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Parks
Kyoto Shopping: 4 Stylish Antique Kimono Shops on Sanjo and Shijo Streets

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Culture Experience

Visiting Lake Biwa: 3 stylish cafés offering dreamy views of the area

Shiga Suburbs Other Restaurants

Lake Biwa is the largest lake in Japan. Many people visit it throughout the year to enjoy its changing scenery. Here we will introduce three charming cafés from which to enjoy the scenery of Lake Biwa.

Magnificent views! How to enjoy the day and night views of Osaka to Wakayama from Kobe Rokko Garden Terrace

Arima Onsen, Mt. Rokko Landmarks
Kyoto Guide: Highlights of Yasaka Shrine - Power Spots of Beauty and Love!

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Shrines
Osaka Shopping Guide: Top 4 Outlet Malls Near Osaka and Kobe! (Bonus: Budget Tips!)

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Outlet Malls
Live Like an Elegant Kobe Resident With These 3 Breakfast Spots

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Other Restaurants
Five Great Osaka Hotels near Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, and Namba!

Nanba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Hotels
Kyoto-Amanohashinodate's Best 3 Hotels! Enjoy one of Japan's Great Three Sights from the comfort of your hotel room or bath!

Amanohashidate Hotels

Inside Beautiful Koshien Stadium, Japan's Mecca for Baseball Fans

Nishinomiya, Koshien Stadium, Amagasaki Other Sports

Hanshin Koshien Stadium is considered the holy land of baseball in Japan. The stadium in Nishinomiya City located between Osaka and Kobe boasts a history of more than 90 years. It is the home ground of the Hanshin Tigers, one of Japan’s premier pro baseball teams, and also the stage for the wildly popular high school tournaments. Join us for an inside look as we visit the stadium!

Nagahama Travel Guide: Cute Old Castle Town With Artisanal Glassware, Great Food & More!

Hikone, Nagahama Other Traditional Arts
Honke Owariya: This Kyoto Soba Restaurant Was Founded in 1465 (And Is Still Crazy Popular)

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Udon & Soba
Wakayama Guide: Visit the land of gods on a journey to Kumano Sanzan

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Shrines
Hyogo Prefecture Guide: The Mikiya Inn - A delightful hotel made famous by the Japanese novelist, Naoya Shiga

Himeji, Akashi Ryokan
Kyoto’s Chic Ajiki Alley! A Hole-in-the-Wall for Young Artists Amongst Retro Tenement Houses

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Old Towns (Shitamachi)
Kyoto Travel Guide: Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayma - Enjoy Stunning Views of Kyoto with the Company of Monkeys!

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Theme Parks

Kobe Travel Guide: Figuring Out the Maze That is Sannomiya Station!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Other Sightseeing

When traveling to Kobe, Sannomiya Station is your first point of call! With access to various locations via five transportation methods, the JR Line, Hankyu Railway, Hanshin Electric Railway, Kobe Municipal Subway, and Port Liner (Port Island Line), this station is considered the hub of Kobe. It's great that you can move between stations without even going outside via the underground shopping route. However, the station premises can be complicated, and it can be easy to get lost if you are unfamiliar with the routes. So today, we would like to introduce Sannomiya Station and how to navigate it, including best transfer routes to other railways and how to get to tourist attractions with ease.