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Exploring the Beauty of Ōsaka-jō: A 6-Day Adventure in Osaka

Lina Belkhiri

Lina Belkhiri

13 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey to Ōsaka-jō in Osaka, Japan. Discover the vibrant Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, marvel at the breathtaking Umeda Sky Building, and indulge in delicious meals at local favorites like Tables Cafe and MARFA CAFE. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Osaka as you explore iconic landmarks such as Osaka Castle and Tsūtenkaku. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1
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$38

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$ 3

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Tables Cafe (タブレスカフェ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
21 - 26 min

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Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street
Bustling shopping district featuring a wide range of high-end tax-free shops with airport delivery.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Umeda Sky Building
Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$19
7 - 10 min

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Directions

旬穀旬菜
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$10
MARFA CAFE
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$17

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$ 2

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Sushizanmai (すしざんまい)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
13 - 20 min

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Directions

Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Namba Yasaka Jinja
Small shrine featuring a ritualistic performance stage in the shape of a lion's head.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

有機茶寮bySOLVIVA なんばCITY
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$7
5 - 8 min

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Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
Shopping street dedicated to selling household goods, kitchenware, pottery & tools.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Singh's Kitchen (シンズキッチン)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$40

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$ 5

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
16 - 24 min

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Directions

Starbucks (スターバックス)
大阪城公園森ノ宮店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
20 - 30 min

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Osaka Castle Park
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$6
20 - 29 min

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Directions

Greenberry’s COFFEE 谷町店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Osaka Castle
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$13
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$23

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$ 6

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Starbucks (スターバックス)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
16 - 20 min

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Osaka Ikuno Korea Town
Bustling urban area known for its Korean restaurants, shopping venues & street food.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Directions

Tsūtenkaku
Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Singh's Kitchen (シンズキッチン)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Kuromon Ichiba Market
Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
餃子専門店 やすだや
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
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$30

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$ 5

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

ORANDA (純喫茶オランダ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
6 - 8 min

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Nipponbashi Denden Town
Vibrant area featuring stores specialized in used video games, high-tech, anime & manga.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Tennoji Zoo
Mainstay in Tennōji Park housing 200-plus species in varied habitats, from savanna to rainforest.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Directions

アールティーあべのルシアス店
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$7
Tachibana (豆腐と魚料理 たちばな)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
+

$46

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$ 6

Ip City Hotel Osaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Tully's Coffee (タリーズコーヒー 天王寺公園店)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
9 - 14 min

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Tennoji Park
Landscaped city park offering lawns, flowerbeds, paved areas, fountains & cafes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Harukas 300
3-tiered observation areas on the 58th–60th floors, with an open-air atrium, enclosed glass & cafe.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
11 - 14 min

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Tachibana (豆腐と魚料理 たちばな)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Shitenno-ji
Restored Buddhist temple first built in 593 with a 5-story pagoda, statues & ponds with turtles.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$6
銀座アスター 上本町近鉄賓館
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Ip City Hotel Osaka
Warm rooms & suites in an upscale property offering an elegant lounge & complimentary Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $218 In total

Activities & Food:$193
Transport:$25