Centred around Osaka and Kyoto, the Kinki region is easily accessible and a popular destination for both domestic and international travellers. The area is full of sights worth exploring: Shiga Prefecture, home to Japan's largest lake, Lake Biwa; Wakayama Prefecture, where the UNESCO World Heritage site Kumano Sanzan is located; and Nara Prefecture, renowned for its numerous World Heritage sites and Important Cultural Properties, including historic buildings and Buddhist statues.