Best Visiting around Kansai Spot List

View sheep on a ranch surrounded by greenery

Nara's symbol, the world's largest bronze statue of Rushana Daibutsu is seated in the Great Buddha Hall located in the vast grounds. The temple has been designated as a World Heritage site.

Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment

The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.

An old shrine that has continued to protect the northeast entry to Kyoto

The symbol of Osaka and loved by people as ”Mr. Taiko's castle,” the Main Tower has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.

Imparts the history of Nada sake brewing

The traditional god of learning

Understand and experience a disaster, while learning about minimizing risk and damage from natural disasters

From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display

A treasure trove of anime products

Relax and relieve yourself of daily stress and exhaustion

Make your wishes at Nariai-ji Temple

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

Japan’s largest lake, replete with noteworthy places and leisure opportunities

The head shrine of all the Inari-jinja shrines across Japan. Its approximately 1,000 photogenic torii gates (an archway to a Shinto shrine) attract many visitors.

Boasts an amazing stage modeled after a lion mask

Find this Festival by Following the Shouting!

One of Nara’s most famous gardens