Best around Kansai Spot List

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.

A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

Inherit Hikaru Genji's luck in love

Southern Osaka's hippest place, where the all the trendy young people go

The second-oldest national museum in Japan, located in Nara Park. It boasts the nation's greatest collection of Buddhist art.

Stroll along the heart-shaped pond in the garden

Search for your favorite aroma

Denim made using traditional methods

Enjoy performances from maiko up close

A nationally designated Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, overflowing with exotic appeal

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

A lodging facility for guests on their way to visit Ise Jingu Shrine

The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.

Popular with tourists, check out this shopping district and its old Japan feel

An estate where Kishu samurai resided

The first of 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Seiganto-ji is an ever-popular destination for worshipers

A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi