In pictures: a journey from west to east in Kansai, Japan's ancient heartland
On the northern coast of Japan’s Kansai region, natural drama and a rich culture combine to spectacular effect. From the windswept coastline and tiny fishing villages to temples that teeter on mountainsides, a trip through Kansai will stir the soul.
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