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- Destination Nara
- Speciality Traditional
Tsubosaka-dera
This temple with a giant Buddha statue in the mountains of Nara has recently become a popular photo spot during the cherry blossoms season.
- Destination Hyogo
- Speciality Arts & Entertainment
The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Museum
A museum that commemorates the earthquake and educates on disaster risk prevention.
Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art
A contemporary art museum that is itself an architectural marvel
Rokko Garden Terrace and Shidare Observatory
A garden park atop Mount Rokko that includes shops and restaurants, a tree-inspired observatory and illumination events
- Destination Hyogo
- Speciality Neighborhoods
Kobe Chinatown
One of Japan’s three Chinatowns and a center of the Chinese community in Kansai
Nara Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony
This ceremony held every October ensures that deer and people in Nara can reside together peacefully.
How to get to and from Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Everything you need to know to navigate getting to the city from Kansai International Airport.
- Destination Hyogo
- Speciality Parks & Gardens
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens and Ropeway
Japan’s largest herb garden with seasonal flowers and mountain views
Achi Village
A dark sky and special tours have turned this quiet alpine town into Japan’s most popular stargazing spot