Five Beautiful Overnight Getaways from KIX, Japan βοΈπ―π΅ #japantrip
5 Best Destinations for an Easy Overnight Trip from Kansai Airport!
1. Shirahama (Wakayama) η½ζ΅γεζε±±η
π White Sand Beaches & Hot Spring Resort
β¨ Highlights: Shirarahama Beach (pristine white sand), Senjojiki rock formations, Sandanbeki Cliffs, Adventure World (home to pandas πΌ)
β¨οΈ Recommendation: Relax in Shirahamaβs famous hot springs! Enjoy an open-air onsen with a stunning ocean view.
π Access: About 2 hours by car from KIX / About 2.5 hours by train & bus
2. Kinosaki Onsen (Hyogo) εε΄ζΈ©ζ³γε
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β¨οΈ 7 Public Bathhouses & Nostalgic Hot Spring Town
β¨ Highlights: Beautiful willow-lined streets, scenic ropeway views, Kinosaki Marine World
β¨ Recommendation**: Stroll the town in a yukata while hopping between onsen! Donβt miss trying Tajima beef.
π Access: About 4 hours by train (Haruka Express + Kounotori Limited Express)
3. Koyasan (Wakayama)γι«ιε±±γεζε±±η
β°οΈ Mystical Buddhist Sanctuary & World Heritage Site
β¨ Highlights: Okunoin (sacred resting place of Kobo Daishi), Kongobuji Temple, overnight stay at a temple lodging
β¨ Recommendation: Experience Buddhist vegetarian cuisine and join the monks for early morning prayers.
π Access: About 3 hours by train & cable car from KIX π
4. Amanohashidate (Kyoto) 倩ζ©η«γδΊ¬ι½εΊ
β¨ One of Japanβs Top 3 Scenic Views & “Sea Kyoto”
β¨ Highlights: “Bridge to Heaven” sandbar, panoramic views from the lift to Amanohashidate View Land, Chionji Temple
π΄ Recommendation: Rent a bike and ride across the sandbar! Try the “upside-down viewing” trick for a fun perspective.
π Access: About 4 hours by train (Haruka Express + Hashidate Limited Express)
5. Awaji Island (Hyogo) ζ·‘θ·―ε³Άγε
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πΈ Scenic Drives & Gourmet Island
β¨ Highlights: Awaji Yumebutai, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Naruto Whirlpool Cruise, Nijigen no Mori (anime theme park)
π£ Recommendation: Savor fresh seafood rice bowls! Awaji Island is famous for its sweet onions and premium sea bream dishes.
π Access: About 2 hours by bus from KIX
Which destination would you choose? Let us know in the comments!
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