Last updated on September 24th, 2024
Find out the perfect Kansai travel guide and itinerary guide to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.
Kansai region is one of the popular travel destinations when visiting Japan. The top three must visit prefectures are Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Uji. These places are famous for natural and historical attractions. We have included the best things to do when visiting there. Most importantly, transportation guide when looking for how to get to these amazing places. In the end, a food guide with the must-eat food at different regions.
7 Days Kansai Itinerary
There are many interesting places and top attractions awaiting your visit to the Kansai region. For first-time visitors, 7 days is the best duration to explore and experience the beauty and culture in Kansai. If you only had limited time, we recommended at least 5 days for getting around.
How to Plan Your 7 Days Kansai Japan itinerary
Osaka itinerary: Things To Do in Osaka itinerary: A Travel Guide Blog
- Osaka Amazing Pass itinerary for 1 day or 2 days
- Travel Guide to Osaka Castle (Osakajo)
- Travel Guide to Osaka Bay Cruise Santa Maria
- Umeda Sky Building Kuchu-Teien Observatory
- Shinsekai Tsutenkaku Tower and Slider
Kyoto itinerary: 15 Things To Do and Eat for 3 Days in Kyoto
- Ride On Arashiyama Sagano Scenic Railway
- Half Day Trip To Arashiyama
- Trip To Kinkakuji, Golden Pavilion
- Trip to Kiyomizudera – Kyoto Must-Visit Sight
- Kyoto Higashiyama Walking Itinerary Guide
- Fushimi Inari Shrine: A Complete Travel Guide
- [Cherry Blossom in Kyoto] Philosopher’s Walk
Kyoto Kurama:
Best Day trip from Kyoto or Osaka
Kansai Food Guide (Kyoto and Osaka)
Looking at what to eat during your trip to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Uji? There are so many local specialties that you hardly can’t miss during your Kansai trip. Try as much as possible for your food hunting tour.
Kyoto Food Blog: Top 7 Must Eat Food in Kyoto
- Menbakaichidai Kyoto Fire Ramen
- AWOMB Kyoto: An Unique Teori Sushi Dining Experience
- Waguri Senmon Saori: Kyoto Best Mont Blanc Chestnut Dessert
- Menya Inoichi: Kyoto Michelin Guide Ramen
- Gion Duck Noodles: Hidden Ramen Restaurant in Kyoto
- Kyoto Yakiniku Hiro: Affordable Japanese Wagyu Beef Grill
- Katsukura: Kyoto-Based Tonkatsu Restaurant
Osaka food review: Top 8 Unique Food To Eat in Osaka
- Top three best okonomiyaki in Osaka
- Fukutaro: The Taste of Best Okonomiyaki in Osaka
- Osaka Best Ramen: Where To Eat Ramen in Osaka
- What to eat in Kuromon Ichiba Market
- Izakaya Toyo: Legendary Osaka Best Street Food
- PABLO Dotonbori Osaka: The Best Cheesecake Dessert
- Yaekatsu: Local Favorite Osaka Best Kushikatsu
Where To Stay
Looking for where to stay when visiting Kansai, we have listed the best accommodation guide as below.
Where to Stay in Kyoto: Tips For Your Best Hotel
- Nearby Kyoto station: Best For Transportation Arrangement (Daiwa Royal Hotel Grande Kyoto)
- Downtown Kawaramachi: Strategic Central Location (Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo)
- Gion Higashiyama: Experience Traditional Japanese Atmosphere (Kyoto Granbell Hotel)
Where to Stay in Osaka: Namba or Umeda
- Umeda, Osaka’s commercial district and the largest transportation hub in the city. A great option for those with JR Pass. (Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka)
- Namba and its surrounding areas such as Dotonbori, Nippombashi, and Shinsaibashi. Best place to enjoy Osaka’s vibe. (Cross Hotel Osaka)
Kansai Transport Guide
Planning on how to go to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara? Here is the travel guide when getting around to Kansai Japan.
Finding The Best Kansai Train Pass: Budget Guide & Transport Tips
How to travel to Osaka, Kyoto & Nara:
- Kansai Airport to Osaka with Cheapest Transportation
- How To Get To Kyoto From Kansai Airport, Osaka & Tokyo
- How To Get To Kyoto From Kansai Airport By Bus
- From Tokyo To Kyoto: Cheapest Or Fastest?
- How To Travel From Osaka To Nagoya: Fastest & Cheapest
Helpful station guide when arrived in the city:
Last but not least, hopefully, my Kansai travel blog can give you some ideal when planning on your itinerary. We really enjoy our travel time to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Uji. Happy travel to Kansai.