Hyogo Prefecture

Akashiyaki, the Predecessor of Takoyaki

May 18, 2019April 25, 2020 kansaiodyssey16 0 Comments Traditional Foods, Affordable Foods

Everybody seems to agree: Osaka is the place for takoyaki. Sources indicate that the origin of this very popular snack

Hyogo Prefecture

Himeji Castle, the White Heron Castle

March 22, 2019May 29, 2020 kansaiodyssey16 0 Comments Japanese National Treasures, Castles, Himeji

Along with Horyu-ji Temple in Nara, Himeji Castle [姫路城] was one of the first Japanese World Heritage sites. Though this

Hyogo Prefecture

Striking and Colorful! Nakayama-dera Temple

April 3, 2018March 17, 2020 kansaiodyssey16 0 Comments Saigoku Kannon, Temples, Flowers

Just 20 minutes from Osaka City is Nakayama-dera Temple. Located in Takurazuka, Nakayama-dera is a huge, historic temple and is

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Our Kansai Odyssey began back in 2017. From a mutual passion for Japan, we began exploring Osaka from the modern to the ancient. From there we’ve been expanding our adventures all over the Kansai region!

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