Best around Kansai Spot List

A beautiful temple like the Pure Land itself that illustrates the prosperity of the Fujiwara regency during the late Heian Period.

An adventure full of thrills

View the ocean from 47 meters above sea level

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

This lushly green shrine faces Midosuji boulevard and is more than 1600 years old

Keeps precious materials belonging to the Ii Clan

The first of 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Seiganto-ji is an ever-popular destination for worshipers

The magnificent Azuchi castle has been brought back to life

A temple that has existed since the Warring States period and is connected to Nobunaga

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

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.

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

The modern architecture leaves a bold impression

Kansai's most famous dark-colored hot springs. The golden hot spring water is rich in sodium and iron

A Cultural Procession to Celebrate the More Than 1000 Year History of Kyoto

Meet overwhelmingly large dinosaur skeleton specimens

Immerse yourself in the world of this photographer who loved the Yamato path

Happiness arrives with the buzzing of bell crickets

Great seafood, great hot springs, and invigorating views

Enshrines Japan's top Shinto deity