Kobe is a city located in the Kansai region of Japan, near Osaka. It has a population of 1.5 million and is the sixth-largest city in the country. Kyoto is another city located in the Kansai region, about 30 miles from Osaka. It is the former imperial capital of Japan and is known for its many temples and shrines. Sakai is a city located south of Osaka, with a population of 860, 000. It is known for its traditional crafts and its seafood market. Nara is a city located in the Kansai region, about 40 miles from Osaka. It is known for its many temples and shrines, as well as its deer park.