🗼 Tokyo to Ōsaka-jō: An Epic Journey through Japan 🌸

Alessandro Ballarin (AleBalla)

7 Mar 2024

Embark on a 15-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Shinjuku, Kyoto, and Ōsaka-jō. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. From the tranquil gardens of Shinjuku Gyoen to the bustling streets of Dotonbori, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Tradition - Shinjuku Gyoen & Meiji Jingu

$13

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Cityscape Marvels - Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Tower & Tokyo Skytree

$190

$ 15

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$95

27 - 33 min

Directions

World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$95

Day 3Magical Dreams at Tokyo DisneySea

$300

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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$300

Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

$300

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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$300

Budget breakdown: $2007 In total

Activities & Food:$1915

Transport:$92

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Trip to Kyoto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Tradition - Shinjuku Gyoen & Meiji Jingu

$50

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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$50

Day 2Cityscape Marvels - Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Tower & Tokyo Skytree

$32

$ 10

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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$31

29 - 35 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 3Magical Dreams at Tokyo DisneySea

$63

$ 10

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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$63

14 - 17 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: $2007 In total

Activities & Food:$1915

Transport:$92

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Tradition - Shinjuku Gyoen & Meiji Jingu

$ 8

Landscaped city park offering lawns, flowerbeds, paved areas, fountains & cafes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

Large tree- & flower-filled park with open, grassy lawns, a baseball field & swimming pool.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Cityscape Marvels - Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Tower & Tokyo Skytree

$157

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$125

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$31

Day 3Magical Dreams at Tokyo DisneySea

$32

$ 15

Famed giant billboard installed in 1935 as an advertisement for the Glico confectionery company.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

Directions

10th-century Shinto shrine & site of one of Japan's biggest festivals, Tenjin Matsuri, held in July.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$31

Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

$63

$ 15

Large park & botanical garden with a pond, sports facilities & tulip farm with quaint windmill.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$63

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Ancient Splendors - Nijō Castle in Kyoto

$63

Traditional temple dating to the 12th century featuring Buddha sculptures made from crushed bones.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$63

Day 6Golden Pavilion & Culinary Delights - Kinkaku-ji & Nishiki Market

$657

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$500

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$156

Budget breakdown: $2007 In total

Activities & Food:$1915

Transport:$92