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1. Arima Onsen Town ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Awaji Island ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Echizen Washi Village

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4. Fukui

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5. Himeji Castle

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6. Hiroshima

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7. Iga

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8. Ise Grand Shrine

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9. Kanazawa

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10. Kinosaki Onsen

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11. Kobe

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12. Koyasan

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13. Kurashiki

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14. Kyoto

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15. Lake Biwa

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16. Miyajima Island

Romantic Islands
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17. Nagoya

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18. Naoshima Island

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19. Nara

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20. Okayama

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21. Shirahama Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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22. Takeda Castle

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23. Tokushima City

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24. Wakayama City

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What makes Osaka one of the most beautiful cities in Japan?
  • A: With its ancient castles and flower-filled parks, Osaka is one of the most beautiful cities in Japan.
  • Q: What can visitors explore in the surrounding Kansai region?
  • A: Visitors can explore historic sites in Kyoto or Kurashiki, and learn about traditional washi paper at the Echizen Washi Village.
  • Q: Where can visitors experience traditional Japanese shrines near Osaka?
  • A: Visitors can pay a visit to the Itsukushima Shrine.
  • Q: Where can travelers relax near Osaka?
  • A: Travelers can relax in the thermal springs of Arima Onsen Town or Kinosaki Onsen.
  • Q: How can visitors travel to these day trip destinations from Osaka?
  • A: Whether traveling by car or bullet train, these are the best day trips you can take from Osaka.

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