Best around Kansai Spot List

Pray for good health and matchmaking at this shrine built for subduing an epidemic

This famous western-style residence was the first to open in Kobe

View sheep on a ranch surrounded by greenery

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

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment

A rare, underground art museum

The school Yae Niijima’s husband Joseph dreamed of opening

Picturesque white sands and green pine trees at the base of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge

A beautiful castle otherwise known as Shirasagi-jo Castle. It was Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage site.

The beloved boathouse of Ryoma Sakamoto

The museum’s shop is a must-see, too

A garden enjoyed by many writers and artists

Enjoy Japan's outstanding weeping cherry blossoms

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

There is a wide selection of popular home appliances. A store with a passport reader. All items are duty free.

There is a wide selection of popular home appliances. A store with a passport reader. All items are duty free.

Enjoy shopping and fine dining

Meet overwhelmingly large dinosaur skeleton specimens

A museum where visitors can see the various works and crafts created by the people of the old capital of Nara.