Best around Kansai Spot List

The traditional god of learning

From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display

Enjoy the burning red foliage in autumn and the cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring

View sheep on a ranch surrounded by greenery

Take your time watching adorable animals

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

Tadao Ando designed this temple's main hall

Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines

Beautiful Neo-Renaissance arches

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

The oldest shrine in Kyoto

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

Learn about the defenses of this castle town and building fireproofing

Don't miss seeing the resting place for Shinsengumi members, Mibu-zuka

Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains

Marvel at the sight of money being produced before you

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

The magnificent Azuchi castle has been brought back to life

Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden