Best around Kansai Spot List

A historical ryokan designated as a tangible cultural property where every room offers a view of the garden

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

An established accommodation that offers a famous onsen and cuisines made from carefully selected ingredients

The serene atmosphere and space provide a leisurely onsen experience for travelers

An estate where Kishu samurai resided

The traditional god of learning

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.

The building and the interior itself are the display! Experience Kyoto's elegance

Karaoke and a rock sauna at an open-air bath overlooking the ocean. Pets welcome

The namesake for the area and one of Japan's ”Top 100 Waterfalls”

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

Imparts the history of Nada sake brewing

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

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

Autumn colors light up the moss garden in this temple's garden of enlightenment

The remains of Kumano Taisha Shrine, the birthplace of the Kumano faith

A wide-open park offering great views of the harbor

Introducing Ekoin, a popular shukubo (temple lodging) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) that has gained great popularity among LIVE JAPAN readers. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to make reservations about 4 months in advance. Staying here provides an opportunity to enjoy quiet time and traditional cultural experiences, and is sure to refresh both mind and body.

Cruise around the beautiful, rias coastline of Ago Bay

An accommodation with an onsen sourced from a famous hot spring water in Arima in quaint Japanese atmosphere