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

Renata Orlovic

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Ōsaka-jō. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Tokyo Disneyland, explore ancient marvels like Nijō Castle and Kiyomizu-dera, and indulge in the bustling shopping streets of Ōsaka-jō. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with culture, history, and excitement!

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Magical Wonders of Tokyo Disneyland

$60

$ 3

Tosei Hotel Cocone Ueno

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

Directions

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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$60

Day 2Aquatic Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea and Cultural Exploration at Sensō-ji

$60

$ 5

Tosei Hotel Cocone Ueno

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

Directions

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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$60

36 - 44 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Iconic Landmarks - Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, and Meiji Jingu

$19

$ 6

Tosei Hotel Cocone Ueno

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$19

10 - 12 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

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $375 In total

Activities & Food:$337

Transport:$39

Trip to Kyoto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Magical Wonders of Tokyo Disneyland

$10

$ 4

IMU HOTEL KYOTO

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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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$10

Day 2Aquatic Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea and Cultural Exploration at Sensō-ji

$ 4

IMU HOTEL KYOTO

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 3Iconic Landmarks - Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, and Meiji Jingu

$13

$ 6

IMU HOTEL KYOTO

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

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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$13

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: $375 In total

Activities & Food:$337

Transport:$39

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Magical Wonders of Tokyo Disneyland

$13

$ 5

Hotel Noum Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

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

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Day 2Aquatic Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea and Cultural Exploration at Sensō-ji

$57

$ 5

Hotel Noum Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$31

23 - 28 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 3Iconic Landmarks - Tokyo Tower, Roppongi Hills, and Meiji Jingu

$100

$ 3

Hotel Noum Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

Directions

This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$100

Budget breakdown: $375 In total

Activities & Food:$337

Transport:$39