Best around Kansai Spot List

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.

Karaoke and a rock sauna at an open-air bath overlooking the ocean. Pets welcome

The mystical, large torii (gateway) that appears as if it’s floating on the lake’s surface is a must-see

Enjoy the four seasons of Osaka from the river's surface

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

Famous for its strange festival, the Kurama Fire Festival

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

Learn about the defenses of this castle town and building fireproofing

Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains

A town that developed near Ise Jingu Shrine

Two different windows overlooking a garden

The second-oldest national museum in Japan, located in Nara Park. It boasts the nation's greatest collection of Buddhist art.

The animal taxidermy will surprise you

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

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

With a history of over 100 years, Tsutenkaku Tower is a symbol of Naniwa, Osaka, and is protected by the third-generation blonde Billiken.

A massive, lushly green garden

A massive collection of manga from all over the world, from the famous to rare finds

The landmark building for Americamura is here

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you