Author's Note
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Japan/Kansai Mission

● Best of Kansai
The charm of Kansai's representative cities / Kansai's four seasons / Kansai's best observatories / Tadao Ando's architectural tour / Let's go with the best knowledge! Japanese shrines and temples / Photogenic Kyoto for the perfect photo / Various experiences and activities / Enjoy Japanese hot springs / Kansai's signature dishes / Ramen, Japan's national dish / Sushi, enjoyed in its native land / Affordable chain restaurants / Sake, Japan's alcoholic beverage / Enjoy Japanese izakayas to the fullest / Tours for alcohol lovers / Souvenir parades / Food and snack shopping / Drugstore shopping / Bookstore tours, spaces filled with books and culture / Osaka's diverse shopping

● Recommended itinerary in Kansai
Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara (4 nights, 5 days) / Osaka (2 nights, 3 days) / Kyoto (2 nights, 3 days) / Kobe (1 day) / Arima Onsen (1 night, 2 days)

● The beginning of your Kansai trip
How to get to Osaka / Entering Japan / How to get to each region from Kansai International Airport / Useful passes for traveling in Kansai / Convenient rechargeable transportation IC cards

● Osaka
Minami / Kita / Osaka Castle / Tennoji/Shinsekai / Osaka Port

● Kyoto
Eastern Kyoto / Central Kyoto / Northeastern Kyoto / Western Kyoto / Southern Kyoto / Arashiyama

● Kobe
Sannomiya/Motomachi/Kitano/Kobe Port

Arima Onsen

● Himeji

● Country

● Wakayama
Koyasan / Shirahama

● Accommodation in Kansai
Accommodations in Osaka / Accommodations in Kyoto / Accommodations in Kobe

● Preparing for a trip to Japan
Osaka Travel Basics / Payment Methods in Japan / Consumption Tax and Tax Exemptions / Overseas Data / Travel Japanese

INDEX

Special Page
Kuromon Market / Dotonbori's fun signs / Enjoy Osaka, the city of water, to the fullest / Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street / Expo City / Expo Commemorative Park / Takarazuka / Jinai-machi / Mount Yoshino / Universal Studios Japan / Rinku Premium Outlets / Seven Wonders of Chion-in / Nishiki Market / Kibune and Kurama / Ohara / Amanohashidate and Ine / Fushimi / Uji / Former Foreign Settlement / Kobe's famous night view spots / Kobe's various famous spots / Mt. Rokko / Arima Onsen's famous snacks / Himeji Castle with perfect functionality / Why are there so many deer in Nara Park? / Horyuji Temple / Tenku / Various aspects of the approach to Okunoin / The cat stationmaster of Kishi Station

Nightlife
Uranamba / Hankyu Higashidori Shopping Street

Osaka is a place everyone goes to, so here's how to enjoy it more passionately than anyone else!
Just Go Osaka: A Guidebook You Can Trust

* Osaka A to Z, a travel destination loved by everyone
Osaka is a "steady best" travel destination visited by the most domestic travelers, thanks to its abundance of delicious restaurants, unique attractions, and proximity to Seoul, less than two hours away.
Its popularity is so great that we can hear our language everywhere.
If you're looking for a way to truly enjoy Osaka amidst the plethora of tourists, I highly recommend Just Go Osaka.
This guide contains the latest travel information for various areas, including Minami, a must-see when exploring Osaka's culinary scene; Kita, always bustling with sophisticated shopping malls and popular landmarks; and Osaka Castle, where a vast green park surrounds the historic site.
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* Major tourist destinations in Kansai, including Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara, in one book
Major cities in the Kansai region, which can be reached within an hour from Kansai Airport, each have their own unique characteristics, so wherever you go, you'll find something new.
We'll guide you through key routes so you can fully experience Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan that retains its traditional beauty; Kobe, a port city with an exquisite blend of East and West; and Wakayama, a healing travel destination where you can enjoy the ocean, hot springs, and even forest bathing.
We also provide detailed information on transportation passes, such as the Kansai Thru Pass and Hankyu Tourist Pass, that can be used conveniently depending on the schedule and course. Let's enjoy a pleasant trip and save money.


* The best moment to relieve fatigue, a trip to a hot spring
When you think of traveling to Japan, the first thing that comes to mind is a pristine bath, steaming hot springs! We offer travel tips to truly experience the allure of Japanese hot springs, including information on the tourist attractions and dining options of Arima Onsen and Shirahama Onsen, accessible from Osaka and Kobe, a variety of hot spring ryokans (ryokans), and even affordable day-trip packages that allow you to enjoy the hot springs without staying overnight.
In particular, information on how to use Japanese hot springs and ryokans serves as a reliable guide for novice travelers.

* The true nature of Kuidaore, which means 'eat until you die'
From rich ramen broths, Kobe beef, one of Japan's top three wagyu beef varieties, hearty okonomiyaki, and exquisite desserts, a trip to Kansai is incomplete without a mention of the food.
The two authors, who have personally experienced the flavors of Kansai through their travels and work, introduce only the restaurants they particularly cherish.
Just Go Osaka, a guidebook that rivals the Michelin Guide, offers a comprehensive collection of information on traditional and cutting-edge restaurants across Kansai.
All the gustatory experiences you've been waiting for are right here.


* Providing location and transportation information content to help you travel more conveniently.
We've compiled a special appendix with useful city maps and Osaka/Kyoto public transportation guides for all of Kansai, so be sure to keep them handy when planning your route or traveling long distances.
Additionally, it provides a more convenient travel experience by allowing you to view a map containing location information for all the places introduced in the book, including tourist attractions, restaurants, shops, and accommodations, on your smartphone using a QR code.