Most major sightseeing spots are packed with yukata-clad tourists bobbling green tea soft serve and swinging selfie sticks. If you’re looking for something less frenzied, the Kansai area — think Kyoto, Osaka and surrounds — has some of the country’s best “anaba” (little-known spots) tucked away, where you can encounter the rich depths of Japanese culture, minus the crowds. Read the full article online and reserve one of these nine luxuriously uncrowded options to take your travels to new levels. (Kit Nagamura photos)
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