Kansai in winter (December to February)

Temperature and Clothing

Temperatures range from about 0 to 10 degrees Celsius.
Heavy coats, gloves, and scarves are required.
Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes.

Kinosaki Onsen (Hyogo Prefecture)

It is a hot spring town with 1300 years of history. In this charming hot spring town lined with willow trees and wooden inns along a small river, you can enjoy "touring the outdoor baths" at seven bathhouses.
You can stroll around the hot spring town in a yukata and geta sandals.

Dogo Onsen (Ehime)

One of the three oldest hot springs in Japan.
This old, historic hot spring is attractive for its atmospheric historic buildings.
There are many tourist attractions nearby, including the national treasure Ishiteji Temple and the Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum, which displays beautiful glasswork.

Kumano Hongu Onsenkyo (Wakayama)

Discovered 1,800 years ago, this is the oldest hot spring in Japan.
Kawayu Onsen is a World Heritage Site with "Tsubo-yu" hot springs and hot springs of about 70 degrees that bubble up when you dig into the river.
It is a hot spring town with a Japanese atmosphere.

Nabana no Sato (Mie Prefecture)

This is one of the largest illuminations in Japan, a themed area on an overwhelming scale.
Enjoy the glittering and gorgeous world of light.
It is a resort town that has Nagashima Onsen, an amusement park, and a pool in the summer.

Yumura Onsen (Hyogo)

It is an old hot spring town located on the Sea of Japan side.
You can enjoy the hot spring town with its atmospheric streets, food stalls, seafood, Tamba beef and more.

Lake Biwa Valley (Shiga Prefecture)

You can enjoy skiing and snowboarding while looking down on Lake Biwa.
You'll take Japan's fastest ropeway to the summit, where you'll be treated to a spectacular panoramic view.
At the top of the mountain there is the Lake Biwa Terrace, from which the view of Lake Biwa is beautiful.