Best around Kansai Spot List

Famous for its deity of scholarship

A temple that has long protected Arima Onsen

Fun and easy open-air hot spring bathing

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

Encounter a god of matchmaking in a busy district

The magnificent appearance of this building is the symbol of Nakanoshima

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage

Japan’s largest lake, replete with noteworthy places and leisure opportunities

A guardian deity of water with miraculous virtue worshipped since ancient times. The shrine has been worshipped for better luck marriage by countless people through the ages, including nobles.

Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display

Enjoy views in every season

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

Denim made using traditional methods

A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi

A gathering of popular fashion brands

Great seafood, great hot springs, and invigorating views

Giant Kansai outlets near Kyoto with 230 shops

Located at the birthplace of sumo, this museum offers a chance to explore the history of the sport. It features a full-size sumo ring and a collection of about 12,000 sumo-related artifacts.

Learn how Hideyoshi Toyotomi bathed