7 Days Guide Kansai

Explore the vibrant Kansai region in a comprehensive 7-day journey that captures the essence of traditional and modern Japan. The itinerary begins in historic Kyoto, with its 2,000 temples and shrines, where you'll visit gems like the gleaming Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), the impressive Arashiyama bamboo forest, and the thousands of torii gates at Fushimi Inari shrine. Continue to Nara, the country's first capital, where sacred deer roam freely alongside the Great Buddha at Todai-ji temple. The trip culminates in Osaka, known as the "nation's kitchen," where you can enjoy its famous okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and other culinary delights while exploring the imposing Osaka Castle and the vibrant Dotonbori district. This guide includes valuable information about the Japan Rail Pass, specific dining recommendations for each city, accommodation suggestions, and enriching cultural information that will help you immerse yourself in the fascinating history and traditions of the Kansai region.