Best around Kansai Spot List

A traditional accommodation in Kinosaki where you will be treated with warm hospitality

Take a snack break at this Japanese sweet shop’s tea house

AVETIKA is an underground shopping town in Osaka's Tennoji Abeno district, and includes 45 stores such as fashion outlets and gourmet restaurants and more.

Eki Marche Osaka

Enjoy western meals that feature Kobe beef in a retro atmosphere

Enjoy the perfect blend of thrill and tranquility at LIBER HOTEL AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN, an official hotel, adored by LIVE JAPAN readers. Located a stone's throw from the celebrated Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, it's an ideal retreat after a day filled with adventure. Indulge in a blissful spa experience, complete with a natural hot spring and sauna, set within the hotel's serene confines.

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

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

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.

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

Fried bread meets ice cream

Warabimochi on a bed of frozen roasted soybean flour and honey

Enjoy a meal with brown rice in an traditional Japanese-style home

An esteemed department store adored by locals. The busy underground food zone is a must-see!

Kansai International Airport: the gateway to the skies of Kansai

Enjoy both city and nature with the ocean breeze

The new standard in Nara's souvenirs

The 100-year-old white plum tree watches over this Sukiya-style city along the Shirokawa stream

Namba Walk is Namba, Osaka's underground shopping city. It features 240 stores such as apparel shops, gourmet restaurants and more.

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