Best around Kansai Spot List

It’s not just about the animals! Enjoy this sprawling park and its many notable points

Famous for its majestic, moss-covered garden

Become familiar with the ocean, ships, science, and technology

Known for “the evening bell of Mii-dera”, one of the Eight Views of Omi

Koyasan, a treasury of esoteric Buddhism art

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

Become intimate with literature in this famous building

Where the guardian buck and doe are enshrined

A temple located in the holy mountain of Kurama in Kyoto. Minamoto no Yoshitsune is said to have trained here, and visitors can feel the vibrant energy of nature and the universe.

A massive collection of manga from all over the world, from the famous to rare finds

The head shrine of all the Tenman-gu shrines in Japan, affectionally called ”Kitano no Tenjin-san.” The shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane.

The head shrine of all the Kasuga-jinja shrines all over Japan, it is located on Mt. Mikasa, which has been treated as a sacred area since ancient times. In 2018, the shrine commemorated its 1,250th anniversary.

Learn from the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake

The animal taxidermy will surprise you

Kamigamo-jinja Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, founded during the mythical age. It is famous for its Aoi Festival (Kamo Festival) and is registered as a World Heritage Site.

Check out the must-see views from one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels

The head temple of the Rinzai sect's Tofuku-ji School, which has Japan's largest monastery and oldest San-mon gate. It is known as one of Kyoto's best places to view autumn leaves.

Kansai's most famous dark-colored hot springs. The golden hot spring water is rich in sodium and iron

Foodies heading to Osaka, Kuromon Market is a must-visit! Packed with delectable seafood, seasonal fruits, and scrumptious Japanese delicacies like sushi, fugu, and takoyaki, it's a haven for sampling the city's finest food culture. Don't miss out on this popular spot for an authentic culinary adventure.

A large temple in Nara featuring many structures that illustrate the culture from the Tempyo Period. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.