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Tokyo, Kyoto, Ōsaka-jō: A Journey Through Japan

Lenora Pierce

Lenora Pierce

20 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure through Tokyo, Kyoto, and Ōsaka-jō, exploring ancient marvels, indulging in delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in vibrant city life.

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Gardens, Temples, and Sky-High Dining
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$86

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$ 24

InterContinental Tokyo Bay

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Sensō-ji
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
29 - 35 min

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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$10
37 - 45 min

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Tokyo Skytree
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$76
Day 2Magical Disney Delights and Steakhouse Feasts
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$204

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$ 12

InterContinental Tokyo Bay

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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HYPERION LOUNGE (ハイピリオン・ラウンジ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
14 - 21 min

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The Blue Bayou Restaurant (ブルーバイユー・レストラン)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$144
Day 3Yakiniku, DisneySea, and Outback Cravings
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$528

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$ 24

InterContinental Tokyo Bay

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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フォルクス 葛西店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$80
19 - 23 min

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Tokyo DisneySea
Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$240
18 - 27 min

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Outback Steakhouse
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$84
21 - 26 min

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Yakiniku Jumbo (焼肉ジャンボ)
篠崎本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$124

Budget breakdown: $3823 In total

Activities & Food:$3712
Transport:$111

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Gardens, Temples, and Sky-High Dining
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$304

TOKI / YUI (都季 トキ / 結一 ユイ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$80
Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$40
ローズルーム
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$108
9 - 14 min

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焼肉屋 ロマンポップ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$76
Day 2Magical Disney Delights and Steakhouse Feasts
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$317

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$ 15

京やきにく ひより
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
9 - 11 min

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Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
24 - 29 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Citron Blé
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$144
2 - 3 min

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Restaurant Matsukiya (松喜屋 京都四条店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 3Yakiniku, DisneySea, and Outback Cravings
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$338

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$ 8

東山庭
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$80
12 - 18 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
23 - 28 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$84
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$124

Budget breakdown: $3823 In total

Activities & Food:$3712
Transport:$111

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Gardens, Temples, and Sky-High Dining
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$364

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$ 6

Ikinari Steak (いきなり!ステーキ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$80
3 - 4 min

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Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Abeno Harukas
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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$100
2 - 3 min

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昭和町ボストン あべのハルカスダイニング店
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$108
4 - 5 min

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はや阿倍野アポロ店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$76
Day 2Magical Disney Delights and Steakhouse Feasts
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$692

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$ 6

ホテル ユニバーサル ポート ラウンジR
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
16 - 24 min

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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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$400
8 - 11 min

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Bubba Gump Shrimp (ババ・ガンプ・シュリンプ)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$144
18 - 22 min

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Buff 福島店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 3Yakiniku, DisneySea, and Outback Cravings
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$463

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$ 12

ピエス・モンテ
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$80
12 - 15 min

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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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$125
20 - 24 min

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Blue Birds Roof Top Terrace
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$84
5 - 8 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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$50
14 - 21 min

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Jojoen Yugentei (叙々苑 游玄亭)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$124
Day 4Day 1: Castles, Rose Gardens, and Sizzling BBQ
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$416

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$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
16 - 24 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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$25
21 - 26 min

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オーバカナル 梅田
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$136
11 - 16 min

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Umeda Sky Building
Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$75
10 - 15 min

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BBQ33
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$120

Budget breakdown: $3823 In total

Activities & Food:$3712
Transport:$111