Best around Kansai Spot List

An entertainment hall created by Yoshimoto Kogyo

A nationally designated Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, overflowing with exotic appeal

This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty

Learn about the defenses of this castle town and building fireproofing

A famous shrine that plays a central role in the Gion Festival

The head temple of the Rinzai sect's Tofuku-ji School, which has Japan's largest monastery and oldest San-mon gate. It is known as one of Kyoto's best places to view autumn leaves.

Take a photo in traditional Dutch clothing

The school Yae Niijima’s husband Joseph dreamed of opening

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

Dedicated to Toyo'uke-no-Omikami

Experience how the locals lived during the Showa period

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

A metropolitan museum where you can experience art up close

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

Foodies heading to Osaka, Kuromon Market is a must-visit! Packed with delectable seafood, seasonal fruits, and scrumptious Japanese delicacies like sushi, fugu, and takoyaki, it's a haven for sampling the city's finest food culture. Don't miss out on this popular spot for an authentic culinary adventure.

A majestic temple and garden with beautiful Arashiyama in the background

Weave, watch, and wear traditional textiles from elegant Kyoto

An oasis of water and greenery in the city center

A traditional accommodation with a Japanese-style garden of 1,980 square meters that was painstakingly landscaped

The former foreign settlement landmark