🗺️ Journey through Japan: Ōsaka-jō, Kyoto, Tokyo

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15 Jan 2024

Embark on a 14-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Ōsaka-jō, Kyoto, and Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and savor delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey across Japan!

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Castle Hopping and Food Delights in Ōsaka-jō

$125

$ 12

Contemporary indoor/outdoor observation deck with panoramic city views, an eatery, cafe & gift shop.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

19 - 23 min

Directions

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

17 - 21 min

Directions

Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Sky-high Views and Vibrant Streets of Osaka

$75

$ 6

Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

16 - 20 min

Directions

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Shopping Spree and City Panorama in Ōsaka

$100

$ 6

Bustling shopping district featuring a wide range of high-end tax-free shops with airport delivery.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Restored Buddhist temple first built in 593 with a 5-story pagoda, statues & ponds with turtles.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

13 - 20 min

Directions

3-tiered observation areas on the 58th–60th floors, with an open-air atrium, enclosed glass & cafe.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$75

Day 4Ancient Shrines and Majestic Views in Ōsaka

$100

$ 6

Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$100

18 - 22 min

Directions

Shinto shrine with a peaceful garden, plus structures rebuilt repeatedly since the 3rd century.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Wildlife Encounters and Marine Wonders in Ōsaka

$175

$ 6

Mainstay in Tennōji Park housing 200-plus species in varied habitats, from savanna to rainforest.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

21 - 26 min

Directions

One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$125

Budget breakdown: $1426 In total

Activities & Food:$1346

Transport:$80

Trip to Kyoto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Castle Hopping and Food Delights in Ōsaka-jō

$40

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

Day 2Sky-high Views and Vibrant Streets of Osaka

$25

$ 8

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

17 - 21 min

Directions

400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Shopping Spree and City Panorama in Ōsaka

$50

$ 8

Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

23 - 28 min

Directions

Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1426 In total

Activities & Food:$1346

Transport:$80

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Castle Hopping and Food Delights in Ōsaka-jō

$76

$ 6

This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$76

Day 2Sky-high Views and Vibrant Streets of Osaka

$90

$ 6

19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$40

8 - 11 min

Directions

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$50

11 - 14 min

Directions

Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Shopping Spree and City Panorama in Ōsaka

$10

$ 6

Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

Day 4Ancient Shrines and Majestic Views in Ōsaka

$ 6

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Wildlife Encounters and Marine Wonders in Ōsaka

$240

Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$240

Day 6Exploring the Historic Nijō Castle in Kyoto

$240

$ 6

Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$240

51 - 62 min

Directions

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1426 In total

Activities & Food:$1346

Transport:$80