Best Nature around Kansai Spot List

“Cafe”, “Children's playground”, “Campsites”, “Barbecue areas”, “Sunken hearth hut restaurant” surrounded by nature

A park memorializing Kobe’s glamorous modern history and the day of the earthquake

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.

Rejuvenate yourself in the fresh mountain air

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

Picturesque white sands and green pine trees at the base of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge

One of Nara’s most famous gardens

The moss-covered stone path is the most beautiful on the Kumano Kodo

Gaze out on Ago Bay from a deck

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

A pink tunnel that’s pleasant with greenery and water

A zoo favored by Kobe locals

Gaze out on a fantastic aerial view of the city 173 meters up

The island of adored jewelry

A wide-open park offering great views of the harbor

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

Fields of seasonal flowers

Make memories in Kobe’s picturesque herb garden, the largest in Japan

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara