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The Kinki Region, also commonly known as Kansai, consists of seven prefectures. It used to be the political and cultural center of Japan for many centuries. The cities of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Kobe are all part of the Kinki Region.

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Kyoto Prefecture
Kyoto For over 1000 years the capital of Japan.
Amanohashidate One of Japan's three most scenic views.
Osaka Prefecture
Osaka Largest city of the Kinki Region.
Nara Prefecture
Nara Japan's first permanent capital.
Yoshino Japan's most famous cherry blossom spot.
Hyogo Prefecture
Himeji Site of Japan's most beautiful feudal castle.
Kinosaki Pleasant, old-fashioned hot spring resort.
Kobe Harbor city, recovered from 1995 earthquake.
Wakayama Prefecture
Mount Koya Atmospheric temple mountain.
Kumano Pilgrimage destination on the Kii Peninsula.
Mie Prefecture
Ise Shima Site of Japan's most sacred Shinto shrines.
Iga Ueno Former castle town famous for ninja.
Shiga Prefecture
Miho Museum Unique art museum in the mountains.
Hikone Castle town at the shores of Lake Biwa.
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How to get to the Kinki Region
Osaka's Kansai International Airport is Japan's second largest international airport, served by many Japanese and international airlines.

From Tokyo, the Kinki area can be easily accessed by the JR Tokaido Shinkansen in about two to three hours. Check the individual cities' access pages for more details.

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