Exploring Japan’s Cultural Heart

From Natural wonders, historic treasures, and local secrets, see Kansai through our eyes.

Welcome to Kansai Odyssey

KANSAI ODYSSEY is a website that seeks to “explore Kansai off the beaten path”.

Located on the center of the country, Kansai region consists of seven prefectures: Shiga, Mie, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo and Wakayama.

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HISTORY

FOOD AND DRIKNS

NATURE

HIKES

HISTORIC ROADS

SHRINES AND TEMPLES