Best around Kansai Spot List

Located at the birthplace of sumo, this museum offers a chance to explore the history of the sport. It features a full-size sumo ring and a collection of about 12,000 sumo-related artifacts.

A relaxing spot above the pond

An art museum surrounded by dense forests, deep in the mountains

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

A metropolitan museum where you can experience art up close

An enormous spa resort with an undervalued hotel

Make your wishes at Nariai-ji Temple

The magnificent appearance of this building is the symbol of Nakanoshima

This veteran inn boasts traditions carried on from the Genroku era

Quietly praying to the rakan statues on the hillsides

A fishing park where everyone can enjoy themselves, from beginners to experienced fishermen

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

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

An old town house to relax in

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women

Learn about sake brewing

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

Take a trip around the picturesque view of one of Japan’s three famous sights

Enjoy the Start of Spring with Cherry Blossoms