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🌸 Journey through Ōsaka-jō, Kobe, Kyoto 🏯

Jose Lau

Jose Lau

29 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the cultural wonders of Ōsaka-jō, Kobe, and Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of Dotonbori, witness the grandeur of Osaka Castle, explore the picturesque beauty of Kiyomizu-dera, and indulge in the flavors of Kobe Chinatown. Get ready for a journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Dotonbori Delights and Majestic Osaka Castle
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$0

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Directions

LUCUA Osaka
Transportation-adjacent retail complex with 10 floors of shopping & dining options.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Osaka Castle Park - Nature's Oasis in the City
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$57

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$ 14

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Osaka Castle Park
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Osaka Castle Main Tower (Osaka Castle Museum)
Striking, multi-story tower rising above Osaka Castle complex, with gold-leaf detailing & a museum.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
去大阪城堡碼頭站坐aqualiner to yodoyabashi pier, train station for midosuji line is right below the pier, and take to namba station 14 exit
23 - 28 min

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Directions

Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
No time set
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Free
Day 3Abeno Harukas - Sky-high Thrills and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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$0

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 4Universal Studios Japan - A World of Magic and Adventure
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$300

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$ 9

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Universal Studios Japan
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$300

Budget breakdown: $541 In total

Activities & Food:$469
Transport:$72

Trip to Kobe

Day 1Dotonbori Delights and Majestic Osaka Castle
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$27

Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi
Established in 1868, this Chinese cultural district offers eateries, souvenir shops & mahjong clubs.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$19
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Ikuta Jinja
Founded in the early 3rd century, this prominent, traditional Shinto shrine is among Japan's oldest.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $541 In total

Activities & Food:$469
Transport:$72

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Dotonbori Delights and Majestic Osaka Castle
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$38

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$ 17

Kyoto Century Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Kiyomizu-dera
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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$38
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE
This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Osaka Castle Park - Nature's Oasis in the City
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$49

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$ 17

Kyoto Century Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Nijō Castle
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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$30
15 - 18 min

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Directions

Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
Day 3Abeno Harukas - Sky-high Thrills and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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$0

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$ 17

Kyoto Century Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Directions

Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $541 In total

Activities & Food:$469
Transport:$72