Best Nature around Kansai Spot List

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

A Japanese garden with beautiful nature throughout the seasons

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.

Have fun at a mountain villa that belonged to a samurai film actor

The Tower of the Sun Museum is found where the Osaka World Fair once took place

Gaze out on Ago Bay from a deck

Fields of seasonal flowers

Adventure islands

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

Enjoy bird watching throughout the seasons

Take a trip around the picturesque view of one of Japan’s three famous sights

Enjoy a sweeping view of the sea at Shirahama

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ago Bay at a resort

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

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

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

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

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.