What’s next after Kyoto, Nara and Osaka? This 5 day itinerary for Kansai and beyond takes in the ultimate off-the-beaten-path destinations, guaranteeing you an entirely unique Japan trip! Stunning vistas, magical castles and exquisite gardens – this itinerary has it all!
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[側面展望]JR四国/JR西日本 快速マリンライナー46号 高松→岡山
Himeji Jo
Namibia – Wingsuitflying, Basejumping and Paragliding in the desert
Osaka Dotonbori at Night
鳥取砂丘 (changes made)
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01:37 Amanohashidate and Ine
03:18 Takeda Castle and Himeji Castle
05:32 Takamatsu
07:48 Tottori
08:53 Hasedera (Nara)
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Itinerary with tips and recommendations: https://japanunravelled.substack.com/p/kansai-and-beyond-a-5-day-itinerary
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Last stop is now on My list!
On my first trip I missed quite a lot of the touristy areas, so had been thinking to fill in those missed spots on a future trip…but maybe doing something like this instead is better, although I'd probably do Hasedera outside of the pass duration as part of Osaka.
Another fantastic video! Ugh, with all the cool videos you make I think I need to spend a whole month in Kansai….
I actually got to take the Sunrise Seto Sleeper train all the way to Takamatsu and spent 1/2 the day there, but I was unsure if I should do Ritsurin Garden or Yashima Shrine. Yashima shrine won, and while I don't regret it, I know I have to go back to see Ritsurin Garden, too. My friends laughed when they found out I had taken the train to the JR Yashima stop and sprinted across the river and up the hill to explore the shrine, and then ran back down to catch the train back to Takamatsu station.
Yet again another inspiring video. We are coming back to Japan in November 2024. Planning on travelling around Kyushu for the first 5 days. Would love to hear your suggestions for travelling around Kyushu. Keep up the fantastic work Andrew we love your videos.
Does it usually snow in Amanohashidate in October?
Awesome as always
I just came back from a 2 week trip and can't wait to go back to explore some non-touristy areas! Your videos are great for finding real hidden gems :). I wonder what season I should go visit during next!
This helped me soo much planning me and my families guide, especially also the kyoto hidden gems video, as a lover of japan, i must say to you to keep helping out like this. Gambare!
Any thoughts on kinosaki onsen? It is on the map of JR wide pass as well
Hii!! I am going for this next april but alittle worry about luggage. Is there lockers all along the stations? Any tips for it? So many to explore but my luggage is being a burden. Thx!
Hello hello!!
Nice clip, really good options that are way less advertised.
I may go to Amanohashidate instead of Hiroshima on my itinerary to be honest.
Keep the good work 😁