Hanasaka - Nara

I highly recommend visiting Yoshino Mountain, even during the off-season for cherry blossoms. This place is incredibly sacred and spiritual, and it's only a 2-hour journey from Osaka City, starting from Kintetsu Abeno Station. For a fantastic dining option, try the vegan macrobiotic lunch here!

I highly recommend visiting Yoshino mountain, even outside of cherry blossom season. This place is incredibly sacred and spiritual, and it's only about a 2-hour journey from downtown Osaka via express train from Kintetsu Abeno station. If you have the opportunity, I suggest trying the vegan macrobiotic lunch here - it's a fantastic option!

I highly recommend visiting Mount Yoshino, even outside of cherry blossom season. This place is incredibly sacred and spiritual, and it's just a 2-hour journey from downtown Osaka, starting at Kintetsu Abeno Station. If you're looking for a great dining option, I suggest trying the vegan macrobiotic lunch here - it's fantastic!