Best Nature around Kansai Spot List

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

Enjoy bird watching throughout the seasons

A city park famed as a sightseeing spot representing Nara. World Heritage sites such as Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine are close to each other.

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

A zoo favored by Kobe locals

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

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

Lots of beautiful roses

The representative garden of the Meiji period in Higashiyama

The symbol and picturesque area of Arashiyama

A Japanese garden with beautiful nature throughout the seasons

Hirou Shrine’s object of worship is famous for the large volume of water and for having the country’s highest drop off

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

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

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

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

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.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ago Bay at a resort

It’s not just about the animals! Enjoy this sprawling park and its many notable points