Forming a well-connected triangle in the centre of Japan’s main island, the cities of Kyoto, Osaka and Nara embody a balance of the history, culture, and vibrancy for which the Land of the Rising Sun is best known. More than 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located around the three cities, while there is also a buzzing shopping and culinary scene. The changing seasons move through the shades of nature, vibrant festivals and winter illuminations.