10 Days of Adventure in Ōsaka-jō

Selin Akgiray

18 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey to Ōsaka-jō, Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan. Discover the vibrant culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and explore iconic landmarks.

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$69

$ 12

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

20 - 24 min

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This 112.5m Ferris wheel holds 480 passengers & offers panoramic views plus illumination shows.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

27 - 33 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 2

$117

$ 12

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

14 - 17 min

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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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$63

24 - 29 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 3

$48

$ 6

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4

$57

$ 12

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5

$109

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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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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$25

11 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 6

$127

$ 6

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

8 - 11 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

1 - 2 min

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

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 7

$132

$ 15

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

20 - 24 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

43 - 52 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 8

$59

$ 9

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

10 - 15 min

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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

25 - 30 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 9

$98

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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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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$50

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 10

$252

$ 6

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$200

4 - 5 min

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Louie’s N.Y. Pizza Parlor (ルイズ N.Y. ピザパーラー)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $1141 In total

Activities & Food:$1066

Transport:$76