Kansai's Hidden Gems 🇯🇵 Nijō Castle, Namba Yasaka Jinja & Pontocho Alley

Exploring Nijō Castle, Namba Yasaka Shrine, and the beautiful Pontocho Alley before our flight back to Manila. In this Japan travel vlog, we spend our last full days in the Kansai region visiting some of Kyoto and Osaka's most memorable attractions. We explored the historic Nijō Castle in Kyoto, visited the famous Namba Yasaka Shrine with its giant lion-head stage in Osaka, and enjoyed a peaceful morning view of Pontocho Alley before heading back to Manila. 📍 Locations featured • Nijo Castle, Kyoto • Namba Yasaka Shrine, Osaka • Pontocho Alley, Kyoto In this video you will see: • Exploring Nijō Castle • Visiting Namba Yasaka Shrine • Walking through Pontocho Alley • Kyoto and Osaka city views Nijō Castle is one of Kyoto's most important historical landmarks, while Namba Yasaka Shrine is known for its unique lion-head structure. Pontocho Alley offers a traditional Kyoto atmosphere filled with restaurants, lanterns, and historic charm. If you enjoy Japan travel videos, subscribe to The Shy Tourists for more travel experiences across Japan and Asia. **Vlog 49 #nijocastle #nambayasakashrine #pontocho #kyotojapan #osakajapan