Things to do
in KANSAI
Umenoyado Brewery
Wakaebis Brewery
Nakano BC
Honke Matsuura Sake Brewery
Akashi Sake Brewery
Kiku-Masamune Sake
Yosamusume Brewery
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing
Eating Out
in KANSAI
Restaurant Al Mare
Katsuura Port Nigiwai Market
Shukubo Kansho-in Temple Sanrakuso
Ippoh Main Store
Handmade Soba & Grill Mahoroba
AWOMB Karasuma Head Shop
Le BENKEI
French Restaurant Soin
Events & Festivals
in KANSAI
Gion Festival
Kirin Shishimai in Igumi
Oto Festival
The Manto Festival
Owase Ya Ya Matsuri
Awa Odori
Aoi Festival
Shichikawa Matsuri
Recommendations
Tourist routes
~8 Areas, 8 Stories~
Beyond the main tourist venues in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara, the Kansai region offers many additional historical and cultural sites, as well as various unique locales of traditional interest. These 8 areas are a bit further away, though very attractive alternatives you may want to explore.
Cultural Expeditions
The cultural roots of Japanese food, tea ceremony, traditional arts, crafts, zen and other countless sensibilities can be traced to the Kansai region and the remarkable people who still uphold its customs. These Exclusive Expeditions will take you into the heart of Kansai to meet with Japan’s living treasures.
Geopark
There are two "Geoparks," geologic heritage sites of high scientific value, in Kansai: Nanki-Kumano and San'in Coast. Come experience the world-class dynamic natural formations and the local culture that has been nurtured.
KANSAI Videos
Exclusive Expeditions, KANSAI Japan–Fukui [4K]
Exclusive Expeditions, KANSAI Japan–Mie [4K]
Exclusive Expeditions, KANSAI Japan–Kyoto [4K]
Exclusive Expeditions, KANSAI Japan–Tokushima [4K]
Spiritual KANSAI , digest [4K]
Dream Online - The real Japan, KANSAI [4K]
Stunning Views - KANSAI, Japan [4K]
KANSAI JAPAN in 8K HDR Hyperlapse - KANSAI
KANSAI Blogs
26 Apr 2024
Let's visit the World Heritage Site Mozu-Furuichi Kofun* Group!
9 Apr 2024
How much do you know about Kansai? Get to know Kansai before you Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan! – Nature Edition.
28 Feb 2024
2-day/1-night Tour Embracing the Power of Nature with Views of the Sea and Sand Dunes, and Exploring Towns Enriched by the Blessings of Hot Springs(Tottori-Hyogo)
28 Feb 2024
A 2-day journey to learn about regional bamboo crafts in Kyoto's Otokuni district, and traditional crafts such as Echizen hammered blades in Fukui (Kyoto - Fukui)
28 Feb 2024
Osaka's Merchant Roads, Nara's Sumo Roots, and Mie's Ama Divers: 2-day/1-night sustainable tour experience of Japan’s cultural roots (Osaka - Nara - Mie)
27 Feb 2024
5 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in the Kansai Area
16 Feb 2024
Tasty bites meet excellent sake with pairings and shops by Kansai breweries
13 Feb 2024
10 Select Sake Breweries in Kansai, a Taste Stemmed in Local Climate and Culture.
KANSAI Topics
16 Feb 2024
Discover something new about the world and yourself! Highlights and what to expect from the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
22 Jan 2024
Kansai International Airport's New International Terminal Area has opened on December 5, 2023! Let's quickly check out the exciting new area!
27 Dec 2023
EXPO2025KANSAI Tourism Council
30 Nov 2023
500 days before Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
5 Jun 2023
Enjoy your trip to KANSAI, with some hints and tips to keep you safe
1 Mar 2022