Best around Kansai Spot List

Founded by Kobo-Daishi Kukai, this is a sacred place of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism, boasting a history of 1,200 years. Scattered across the mountain at approximately 900 meters above sea level are 117 temples, including Kongobu-ji Temple, forming a large religious town. With Danjogaran and Okuno-in at its core, this sacred territory has been visited by large number of Kukai's followers. Since the town is surrounded by forests, Mt. Koya is a great place to enjoy some hiking while visiting the temples.

In Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street.Medicine, Cosmetics, etc.in store.

From popular games and toys to the latest home appliances, everything is available at Joshin Nipponbashi Store!

Hotel Sanrakuso features Japanese-style rooms with beautiful ocean views. Guests can soak in the hot-spring baths or request for relaxing massages during their stay. A free shuttle runs between the hotel and JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 30-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea. Each has tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy singing at the hotel’s karaoke room or purchase local products at the gift shop. The lobby features beautiful views of Shirahama Beach and provides free WiFi access. A vending machine is available for drinks and ice cream. The on-site restaurant, Wakuwaku offers a breakfast buffet of Japanese dishes. Sanrakuso Hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Nanki Shirahama Airport. Senjojiki Plateau and Sandanbeki Cliff are both a 10-minute drive away.

15 minutes by bus from Mita Station. ORIHICA is a Japanese business-casual brand offering high cost-performance suits and shirts for both men and women, with a slim fit design that combines practicality. Highly popular among Japanese office workers.

The Rokko Arima Ropeway takes about 12 minutes to travel between Rokko Sancho Station, where Rokko Garden Terrace provides a sweeping vista of urban Kobe and Osaka Bay, and Arima Onsen Station, where clouds of white steam drift upward from one of Japan's three most famous hot springs. While gliding through sky, you can savor the superb view of the majestic nature of Mt. Rokko with scenery that changes with the seasons. What's more, there are attractions dotted across the mountain to enjoy at your leisure such as the Rokko Alpine Botanical Gardens and Rokkosan Country House. After unwinding in an onsen, take the ropeway back to Mt. Rokko.

This is the largest shopping mall in Osaka City, containing about 240 shops across a variety of genres, such as SHIBUYA 109 ABENO, Tokyu Hands, and Bic Camera. Since there are kids spaces and eateries, it's a good place to visit with friends or family.

Just near Nishiki Tenmangu shrine.IN Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street.Medicine, Cosmetics, etc. in store.

A 3-minute walk from Umeda Station. ORIHICA is a Japanese business-casual brand offering high cost-performance suits and shirts for both men and women, with a slim fit design that combines practicality. Highly popular among Japanese office workers.

A wide range of medicines, cosmetics, daily necessities, food, etc., with favorable prices and considerate services

Founded in 1904, this cosmetic products store boasts its primary product called Aburatorigami (facial oil blotting paper), which was born out of Kyoto women’s pursuit of and wisdom about beautiful skin. Located in Seiryu-en, which is a strolling spot in the Higashiyama area, the purely Japanese-style store creates a tasteful harmony with the surrounding landscape. You'll find the Kiyomizu store near the bus terminal.

Pick up your items at the airport counter upon arrival in Japan.

Enjoy an ancient Nara ritual at the summit. The Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival is held every January

Offering sea views, Plaza Awajishima in Minamiawaji features accommodation, a spa and wellness centre, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, massage services and a bar. This ryokan provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a bath and slippers, all units at the ryokan have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a terrace. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The ryokan offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. Tokushima Awaodori Airport is 37 km from the property.

For people seeking beautiful hair

A festival of fire unfolds at Nachi Falls

This shrine is mentioned in the ancient book Nihongi

About a 10-minute bus ride from Saiin Station. A Japanese suit brand offering a variety of popular items, including non-iron shirt, washable suits, and a wide selection of business attire for both men and women.

A wide range of medicines, cosmetics, daily necessities, food, etc., with favorable prices and considerate services

Pick up your items at the airport counter upon arrival in Japan.