Best Visiting around Kansai Spot List

An old shrine known as “Ebessan” to Osaka’s merchants

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

Now the oldest and most comprehensive botanical gardens in all of Japan

Learn how Hideyoshi Toyotomi bathed

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

Fallen leaves on the road to the temple invite you to this high-status monzeki temple

Drawing from two historic sources of water, this open air bath has a nostalgic atmosphere typical of traditional public baths

A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago

A classical red brick building

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

Where the successful Hideyoshi Toyotomi worshipped the three-faced Daikokuten

Feel like you’re in Spain with parades, shows, and attractions

Kansai's most famous dark-colored hot springs. The golden hot spring water is rich in sodium and iron

A garden enjoyed by many writers and artists

The mystical, large torii (gateway) that appears as if it’s floating on the lake’s surface is a must-see

A 20-minute mini cruise down the Dotonbori river

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

A temple that has long protected Arima Onsen

An enormous spa resort with an undervalued hotel

Kinosaki’s oldest outdoor bath