Best around Kansai Spot List

Introducing Ekoin, a popular shukubo (temple lodging) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) that has gained great popularity among LIVE JAPAN readers. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to make reservations about 4 months in advance. Staying here provides an opportunity to enjoy quiet time and traditional cultural experiences, and is sure to refresh both mind and body.

An art museum surrounded by dense forests, deep in the mountains

The namesake for the area and one of Japan's ”Top 100 Waterfalls”

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

Check out the must-see views from one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels

The symbol of Osaka and loved by people as ”Mr. Taiko's castle,” the Main Tower has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.

The animal taxidermy will surprise you

A wide-open park offering great views of the harbor

A wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

Arima Hot Spring, located an hour's trip away from Osaka, is known as a retreat in the Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe areas. It is famous for being one of Japan's three oldest hot springs.

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

Still growing with new attractions added continuously

The symbol of marriage and matrimonial happiness

A classical red brick building

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

Mitsui Fudosan's first two-industry complex of commercial facilities: 'Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport' and 'Mitsui Outlet Park'.

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

Famous for a painted fusuma from Tohaku Hasegawa