Kansai, the Large Tourism Region including Osaka and Kyoto

Kansai, the origin of Japanese history, tradition, culture, and Japan's future-oriented, blossoming diversity.
The Origin of Japan, KANSAI

The Charms of Kansai

The Charms of Kansai

Kansai, with Osaka and Kyoto in it, is the region where Japan’s capital used to be placed for over 1,000 years. Consequently, timeless traditional culture is passed on in many locations. Almost a quarter of world heritage sites registered in Japan cluster here in Kansai, a repository of numerous national treasures and important cultural assets. You can trace back to the origins of Samurai culture, garden culture, zen, tea ceremony, and other traditions in Japan.
Kansai is also the birthplace of Japanese food beloved in the world. Here, four of Miketsukuni provided superior food to the imperial court. This is the area called “the World’s Kitchen” with abundant food ingredients gathered throughout four seasons. A variety of Japanese food, transformed from Shojin (vegetarian), Honzen (formal), and Kaiseki (pre tea ceremony) Cuisines will be memorable highlights in your trip.
Surrounded by rich nature with six national parks, this region will soothe the souls of visitors. In essence, Kansai is the treasury of tourism resources that travelers seek. Enjoy finding your own treasure here in Kansai.

Kansai’s Climate

Although the Kansai region’s conditions differ slightly from area to area, the entire Kansai area basically enjoys a mild climate throughout the year. Spring, from March to May is warm, and cherry blossoms begin to bloom in late March. The early summer often brings heavy rains from June to July, and in midsummer around August, temperatures rise to highs of around 38oC (100oF). Because of this severe heat, he mild to warm autumn and spring seasons are considered best for tourists. Especially in November, when the autumn leaves begin to appear, and the true beauty of the Kansai region can be experienced. In winter, snow often accumulates in Fukui Prefecture, Tottori Prefecture, northern Hyogo Prefecture, and the various mountainous areas. Snow sports and leisure activities can be enjoyed in Kansai’s snow country.

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