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Just minutes from downtown Kobe, Suma Beach offers an effortless seaside escape where urban energy melts into the gentle tides of Osaka Bay. Stretching along a scenic coastline lined with green pines, this beloved shore has drawn travelers and poets since ancient times. Today, it thrives as a vibrant coastal retreat. Visitors lounge on the pale sands, stroll the breezy promenade at sunset, and take in expansive ocean views framed by the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Kansai’s favorite

As repeat Hakone visitors, we've put together our bucket-list of the top 25 things to see, do and experience in Hakone - from onsen and water parks, gardens and nature trails, to art museums, temples, shrines and natural spectacles. And of course not forgetting those amazing views (also of Mount Fuji and even Tokyo Skytree if the weather is on your side). We've included plenty of kid-friendly activities to keep the little ones busy too.

Trade the neon of Dotonbori for a serene forest escape. Located just 25 minutes north of central Osaka, Minoh Park offers a gentle riverside hike leading to the spectacular Minoh Waterfall. Whether you're chasing autumn maple leaves, hunting for unique local snacks like fried momiji, or trying to spot wild monkeys, this guide covers everything you need to know to plan the perfect half-day trip to Osaka’s favorite natural retreat.