Kansai Travel Guide

With a history spanning 1,300 years, Yunoyama Onsen is a picturesque hot spring town nestled in the natural beauty of Mount Gozaisho.

A magical art space for nature and technology in sheer harmony.

A shrine said to keep the deity of good, booming business.

Wall-to-wall with the best of Minamiyamashiro Village at this roadside station.

The main shrine of Chii-no-sho Village, renowned for its intricately carved decorations adorning the honden (main hall)—a captivating sight for visitors.

Indigo-dyed artworks displayed in a traditional thatched-roof house.

Thinking of visiting Ise Jingu in kimono? This rental kimono shop provides expert dressing services.

A theater-style aquarium offering a new sensory experience where aquatic life merges with art.

This historic bridge is deeply woven into Japanese culture and history—and is famously known as the origin of the proverb “More haste, less speed” (Isogaba maware).

A stunning viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the intricately winding coastline.

Varied falls and jaw-dropping beauty all year around at this revered natural retreat.

Housed in a former pavilion building, this museum offers a rich collection of diverse crafts from Japan and around the world.

The original restaurant of Nagahama's specialty, Noppei Udon.

A renowned noodle restaurant with over 40 years of history, famous for its piping hot, richly thickened Ankake Champon noodles.

Savor deliciously crispy okoge (scorched rice) in flavorful kamameshi made with ancient grains, all in a charming, traditional-style restaurant.

A long-established eatery renowned for its popular rice bowls generously topped with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

A popular teppanyaki restaurant offering Kobe favorites such as okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and modan-yaki.

A renowned Motomachi restaurant offering just two items—gyoza and beer—worth lining up for!

A specialty restaurant serving Kobe Gyoza, Kobe’s soul food enjoyed uniquely with miso-based dipping sauce.

A long-established restaurant in Kobe's Nankinmachi, known as the birthplace of miso-based dipping sauce gyoza, beloved for over 70 years.

A long-established Western-style restaurant in Kobe, famous for its omelet rice and beef cutlets.

Enjoy a special yakiniku experience featuring Wakayama’s pride—premium beef brands Kumano Beef and Kishu Waka Beef—offering two varieties of wagyu in one sitting.

Famous for its signature dish, Bokkake Yakisoba, featuring Kobe Nagata's specialty Bokkake stir-fried with house-made noodles on an iron griddle.

Enjoy authentic Kobe soul foods, "Bokkake" and "Sobameshi", in this specialty eatery.

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Directly managed store of "BAN INOUE", a lifestyle brand from Nara, Japan.

Long-standing Japanese confectionery shop in the famous cherry blossom site on Mt. Yoshino.

A mega-discount store complete with Ferris wheel, river cruise boarding area, and tourist information hub.

Amazing shopping and eats at this retail mall just off of Osaka Station.

A combined tourist information center and community store—your first stop when visiting Kayabuki no Sato.

A spacious and inviting shopping mall where you can enjoy both shopping and dining in comfort.

Thoughtfully crafted souvenirs made with natural materials, carefully selected from Miyama’s “Kayabuki no Sato” village.

The best of Japan’s people, items and moments await at this retail multiplex with direct connection to Osaka Station.

A long-established confectionery shop cherished for more than 160 years, offering gently sweet sugar-based treats.

Known for its colorful and versatile cloths, this historic shop has been crafting high-quality kaya (mosquito netting) products for generations.

Premium-quality seaweed crafted from carefully selected ingredients.

Authentic Kyoto townhouse stays offering tranquil escape from the city bustle.

Immerse yourself in the traditional atmosphere of Naramachi’s historic townhouses while savoring exquisite cuisine and beautiful views.

Enjoy a relaxing stay at Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a village preserving Japan’s traditional rural scenery.

Just a 30-minute drive from Osaka City! Recharge in this nature-hugged inn known for luxe hot springs, and tasty seasonal fare.

The oldest inn in the Dorogawa Onsen area, with a history spanning approximately 500 years since its founding in the Muromachi period.

A premium line of a popular hotel chain, aiming to be a hub for local information and experiences.

Located in the heart of Minami, this luxury hotel is known for its stunning high-floor restaurants with breathtaking views.

Offering direct access to major cities, this hotel is conveniently connected to JR Osaka Station, providing exceptional hospitality and comfort.

A new brand launched by one of Japan’s top luxury hotel groups, offering a stay that resonates with guests' senses.

Chic stays at a ryokan in Uji, a historic gem of a city.

Prime access for Uji destinations and business trips at this hotel found a 3-minute walk from JR Uji Station.

The perfect base for exploring the World Heritage-listed Kumano Kodo! Impeccable views and tasteful cuisine await at this rejuvenating oasis.

The ritual held at Osaka Tenmangu with more than 1000-year history, regarded as one of Japan’s Three Major Festivals.

Musical fireworks display in the skies over Osaka Bay.

A spectacular summer fireworks event illuminating the waterfront of Kuwana, the "City of Waterways."

The highlight of this Great Festival at Heian Jingu Shrine is a procession of people dressed in costumes of various periods of time.

A summer festival featuring Japan's only surviving traditional "Daigaku" performance.

The grand annual festival of Imamiya Ebisu Shrine, where countless visitors gather to pray for prosperity in business.

Famed mega festival in Osaka Prefecture, parading unforgettable taikodai drum floats across the streets in full pomp and circumstance.

This is a distributed fireworks event that beautifully colors the night sky of Kobe.

Known as one of Japan’s three great “bizarre festivals,” this uniquely unusual event is held only in one place in the entire country—making it a truly one-of-a-kind tradition.

Famed naked festival where loincloth-clad men scramble to pick up extra luck at this temple connected to Prince Shotoku.

Enchanted Kyoto evenings at Miyama’s “Kayabuki no Sato,” a dream-like preserved traditional villagescape.

World Heritage Kasuga Taisha hosts a traditional event in Nara that has been carried on for over 900 years!