Best around Kansai Spot List

An open-air cafe that looks out across spectacular scenery

An entertaining fireworks show created by people who love the city of Osaka and worthy of being called a ”Naniwa Summer Tradition.”

This highly popular patissserie is known for its many seasonal tarts

Enjoy the adorable shape of wheat gluten manju wrapped in bamboo leaves

Sumptuous original dishes made with real arrowroot

Directly connected to Kyoto Station, this major complex facility contains hotels, department stores, specialized stores, restaurants, and theaters, offering various kinds of recreation.

The Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a five-star accommodation, is situated in the vicinity of Namba Station, a prime tourist hotspot in Osaka. It is guaranteed to charm our LIVE JAPAN readers! On the top floor, there's a rooftop eatery where you can savor delectable dishes while admiring the impressive panorama. The combination of gourmet food and mesmerizing views is bound to turn your stay into an extraordinary experience. It is an ideal destination for those looking to indulge in a lavish getaway with family or friends. By choosing to stay here, you're on track to creating remarkable memories.

A relaxing, casual environment with an extensive offering of black-colored sweets, lunch items, and more

A whimsical space reminding you of a western-style home from the Showa period

Enjoy western meals that feature Kobe beef in a retro atmosphere

The Uramura oysters grown by the owner are exquisite

Founded in 1929, it is one of the largest department stores in Japan that leads in fashion and lifestyle trends.

Specialty waffles made using only the finest ingredients

Partake of fine chocolat inside an elegant old Japanese-style home

Whity Umeda is Umeda, Osaka's underground shopping city. It is home to 190 stores, including apparel shops, gourmet restaurants and more.

These standard sweets are smooth and melt in your mouth

Enjoy the greenery of the garden inside Nanzen-ji Temple at a boiled tofu store

Enjoy the fragrance and bitterness of matcha ice cream and brown sugar sweets fired in a direct-fire oven

The new standard in Nara's souvenirs

The oyakodon (chicken and egg on rice) at this veteran shop is profound in its simplicity