Kansai (Concert of Europe)

Kansai (Japanese: 関西地方 Kansai-chihō) is a region of, consisting of the western-central part of the island of Honshu: it shares land borders with to the east and  to the west. The region's territory includes some of Japan's largest city, including its former imperial capital, Kyoto, and the region can lay claim to the title of birthplace of the Japanese civilization itself. Kansai is still one of the cultural hearts of Japan today, competing with the capital region of.

Geographically, the Kansai region is mostly occupied by low mountains and hills, and its landscape is heavily urbanized and industrialized. The region also includes numerous sites and landmarks famous all over the world, including Himeji Castle and numerous Shinto and Buddhist temples. Kansai's economy relies mainly on industry and tourism.