u/StaticShakyamuni

There's a Tokyo thread so I wanted to make a Kansai counterpart.

Similarly, let's look for:

• Things to do within Tokyo itself (neighbourhoods to explore, hidden spots, etc.)
• Day trips from Tokyo
• Shrines, parks, nature, and quieter areas
• Unique or slightly offbeat experiences

Also specifically looking for:

• Amazing cafés (not just aesthetic, but actually good coffee/food)
• Great local food spots worth going out of the way for

My recommendation (which I think I once got from someone else on this subreddit):

Murou Art Forest (in Nara). There won't bea lot of people there, even during Golden Week.