LYU You Travel Agency:: Spring Festival Travel Proposal:: A Family Trip to Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe & Universal Studios in Late Year

Although the Kansai region is not as bustling and lively as the Kanto area, it has a refreshing and down-to-earth atmosphere. Especially when traveling from Osaka to Kyoto, and even extending the journey to Nara and Hyogo, the scenery transitions from urban areas to tranquil towns, adding a touch of historical nostalgia — and this is precisely the most elegant and refined side of Japan.

For netizens planning to vacation in Japan during the Lunar New Year, it is recommended to visit the Kansai region to see how Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe seamlessly blend the modern with the classical. Moreover, the final day of the itinerary includes a fun-filled day at Osaka Universal Studios, which is loved not only by children but also allows adults to reconnect with their inner child.

★★★ Recommended Attraction = The Rokko Clock House

With its wind vane on the spire and red brick architecture, The Rokko Clock House has become one of the most eye-catching landmarks among Kobe’s foreign residences. This building, constructed as a private residence by German merchant G. Thomas, showcases the steady and utilitarian style of 19th-century German architecture, offering an atmosphere quite different from the surrounding installations. Many visitors come here primarily to see the iconic rooster-shaped weather vane atop the spire. It is generally believed that the rooster wind vane not only serves the function of indicating wind direction but also carries meanings related to warding off evil spirits and Christianity...Click to view full attraction details

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Todai-ji Temple
 

Todai-ji Temple, a masterpiece of the flourishing Buddhist era during the Nara period, was at the time the highest-ranking temple in all of Japan (the Kokubun-ji temples nationwide). Today, it is the most famous tourist spot in Nara. Todai-ji was founded in the 13th year of the Tempyo era (741 AD), and because it is located to the east of Heijo-kyo (the ancient capital), it was named “Todai-ji — the Great Temple to the East”...Click to view full attraction details

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama

Togetsukyo Bridge spans the Katsura River (also known as the Oi River). The origin of the bridge's name is said to be from the time when Emperor Kameyama, seeing the bright moon overhead, spontaneously named it. ...Click to view full attraction details

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Hanamikoji Street

Hanamikoji Street is a representative of Japan’s traditional hanamachi (geisha districts), where tea houses and high-end restaurants where you can enjoy geisha performances are found throughout. The YG Garden Kaburenjo Theatre, home to the spring dance performance, and the YG Garden Traditional Performing Arts Theatre are both located on Hanamikoji Street...Click to view full attraction details

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Kiyomizu-dera Temple