Best around Kansai Spot List

One of Kyoto's most renowned temples, located on the side of Mt. Otowa in the Higishiyama Range. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Many people visit to receive divine blessing from the “kachi daruma”, said to bring good luck

Handmade artisanal canvas bags that are study and built to last

The festival highlight is sight of more than 100 boats on the Ogawa river

Rejuvenate yourself in the fresh mountain air

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

Beautiful Neo-Renaissance arches

A journey from the past to the present of Kyoto railways

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.

Polished shops are lined up one after another

Enjoy Diverse Cherry Blossom Trees From Multiple Angles

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

A shrine famous for its ”Wedded Rocks”

For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did

Lots of beautiful roses

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

View the ocean from 47 meters above sea level

The head shrine of all the Inari-jinja shrines across Japan. Its approximately 1,000 photogenic torii gates (an archway to a Shinto shrine) attract many visitors.

Works related to the Harima area are on display here. The watchful figure of Himeji Castle is beautiful

A massive, lushly green garden