KANSAI　関西

Kansai

Home to major tourist destinations like Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, Kansai is a region where traditional culture and vibrant city life coexist. It is known for its rich culinary scene, including takoyaki (octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), Kyoto’s matcha and yuba (tofu skin), and Kobe’s premium Wagyu beef. Kansai also boasts historical temples and shrines in Nara and Wakayama, along with warm and humorous locals who speak the Kansai dialect.

大阪、京都、神戸など観光名所が集まる関西地方は、粉もの文化が発達し、たこ焼きやお好み焼きが有名。京都の抹茶や湯葉、神戸の和牛やスイーツなど、グルメの宝庫です。歴史的な神社仏閣が多く、奈良や和歌山など、日本の伝統と文化を色濃く感じられる地域です。関西弁の温かい人々の人情味も魅力のひとつ。