Hyogo is the biggest prefecture of the Kinki region. In the North, it is close to the Japanese sea and to the Seto inland sea in the South. Its main city is Kobe, surrendered by Kyoto and Osaka prefectures, and you can also reach Kyushu through Awaji island. Kobe is full of gorgeous mountains and thermal springs; especially Arima-onsen which is one of the three oldest of the country. Many castles decorate the landscapye, including one registered as a World Heritage: Himeji castle. Let's not forget Tamba-Sasayama with its traditional constructions and the famous Takarazuka theater: a japanese troup composed only by female comedians, that is more than 100 years old.