Kansai

The historical heart of Japan, anchored by Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, each of which served in turn as imperial capital or major commercial center. Dense with temples, shrines, and centuries of continuous urban history.

7 inscribed properties in this region

Properties in Kansai

Ref. 688

Kansai · Cultural1994

Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji & Otsu temples and shrines)

≈2.5–3 h from Tokyo

Ref. 870

Kansai · Cultural1998

Ancient Nara (Todai-ji and Nara Park temples)

≈3.5 h from Tokyo

Ref. 1757

Kansai · Cultural2026

Asuka-Fujiwara

≈3.5–4 h from Tokyo

Ref. 661

Kansai · Cultural1993

Himeji Castle

≈3.5 h from Tokyo

Ref. 660

Kansai · Cultural1993

Horyu-ji Temple

≈4–4.5 h from Tokyo

Ref. 1142

Kansai · Cultural2004

Kumano Kodo & Koyasan (Kii Mountains)

≈5–6 h from Tokyo

Ref. 1593

Kansai · Cultural2019

Mozu-Furuichi Kofun (Osaka's Ancient Tombs)

≈3.5 h from Tokyo