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7 Days of Adventure in Ōsaka-jō

Tom Yan

20 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Ōsaka-jō and discover its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and iconic landmarks. Join us as we explore the city's top attractions and hidden gems!

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$302

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$ 9

9 Borden Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$188

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Kuma Kafe

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Namba Yasaka Jinja

Small shrine featuring a ritualistic performance stage in the shape of a lion's head.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

周記蘭州牛肉面難波本店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 2

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$833

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$ 18

Park Side Grill (パークサイド・グリル)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Universal Studios Japan

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

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$600

42 - 51 min

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Directions

Amato Maeda (甘党まえだ)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$42

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Harukas 300

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

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$113

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Boulangerie Parigot (ブランジェリー・パリゴ)

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$42

Day 3

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$126

Maguroya Kurogin (まぐろや 黒銀)

黒門市場本店

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Kuromon Ichiba Market

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Dotonbori

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Brooklyn Parlor Osaka

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$48

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Ikkaku (一鶴 心斎橋店)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 4

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$191

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$ 27

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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$12

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Tennoji Zoo

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

20 - 24 min

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Directions

TAQUERIA LA FONDA

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Osaka Castle Park

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$38

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Osaka Tenmangu

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

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

三丁目の珈琲店

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$42

Day 5

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$185

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$ 35

COZY Coffee Spot (COZY coffee spot)

スペシャリティコーヒー専門店 / 焙煎豆販売

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Sumiyoshi Taisha

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

Opened in 1936, this museum features a large collection of ancient & modern Chinese & Japanese art.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$75

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Boulangerie Parigot (ブランジェリー・パリゴ)

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$42

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Shitenno-ji

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

9 - 11 min

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Directions

乃が美総本店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 6

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$464

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$ 27

Caffe Ciao Presso (カフェ チャオプレッソ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Abeno Harukas

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$150

29 - 35 min

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Directions

カトマンドゥ 京橋店

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

11 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$75

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Kuchu Teien Observatory

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$113

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Malaysia Boleh (マレーシア ボレ)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 7

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$438

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$ 27

Lago di Ciero Parco (ラーゴ・ディ・チェーロ・パルコ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Umeda Sky Building

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$113

41 - 50 min

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Directions

Le Sucre-Coeur (ル・シュクレ・クール)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

18 - 22 min

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Directions

NIFREL

Family-friendly attraction with exotic fish, mammals & reptiles exhibited in stylish, modern spaces.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$188

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Boulangerie and Cafe Sunny Side

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Budget breakdown: $2676 In total

Activities & Food:$2537

Transport:$140