Best Nature around Kansai Spot List

A relaxing spot above the pond

One of the world's largest aquariums with a massive tank where a whale shark glides gracefully. The aquarium duplicates the natural environment surrounding the Pacific Ocean.

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.

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

Enjoy bird watching throughout the seasons

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

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 island of adored jewelry

A pink tunnel that’s pleasant with greenery and water

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

Enjoy Japan's outstanding weeping cherry blossoms

The representative garden of the Meiji period in Higashiyama

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

Lots of beautiful roses

A Japanese garden with beautiful nature throughout the seasons

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ago Bay at a resort

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

Adventure islands

A massive, lushly green garden

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