Best Visiting around Kansai Spot List

The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

Experience the sensibility of an artist

The historic, symbolic spot of Namba. Always popular with tourists

A zoo raising approximately 130 different species of animals. Encountering small animals is fun!

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

A zoo favored by Kobe locals

A massive triple gate welcomes you to the head temple for the Obaku sect of Zen Buddhism

An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage

A temple that has long protected Arima Onsen

Stay in the city while getting a taste of the views from deep mountain valleys in this Japanese-style garden

The most popular of Kinosaki’s outdoor baths. The dynamic waterfall is a favorite

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

This lushly green shrine faces Midosuji boulevard and is more than 1600 years old

A great view overlooking the the Five Storied Pagoda of Kofukuji Temple

Southern Osaka's hippest place, where the all the trendy young people go

Displaying works by master artists

A nationally designated Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, overflowing with exotic appeal

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

Marvel at the sight of money being produced before you

With a history of over 100 years, Tsutenkaku Tower is a symbol of Naniwa, Osaka, and is protected by the third-generation blonde Billiken.