🗼 Tokyo & Ōsaka-jō Adventure 🏯

Kristine Tran

4 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 15-day journey through the vibrant cities of Tokyo and Ōsaka-jō, Japan. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and experience the excitement of Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning gardens, historic castles, and mouthwatering street food.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity in Yoyogi Park and Majestic Meiji Jingu

$ 3

Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 26 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

43 - 52 min

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A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Revel in Roppongi Hills and Luxury at Shinagawa Prince Hotel

$ 3

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

16 - 20 min

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Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Nature's Beauty at Shinjuku Gyoen and Spiritual Visit to Yasukuni Jinja

$ 3

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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15 - 18 min

Directions

Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Reach New Heights at Tokyo Skytree and Uncover Ancient Secrets at Sensō-ji

$76

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$38

9 - 11 min

Directions

Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$38

Day 5Majestic Stroll through the Imperial Palace

This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 6Wildlife Wonders at Ueno Park and Ueno Zoo

$20

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 7Unleash Your Inner Scientist at National Museum of Nature and Science and Tokyo National Museum

$50

Sprawling museum with a 360-degree movie theater & exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & evolution.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

Directions

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 8Magical Moments at Tokyo Disneyland

$120

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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$120

Day 9Surreal Art at teamLab Planets TOKYO and Urban Excitement at Sunshine City

$74

$ 3

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$74

22 - 27 min

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Multibuilding mall with shops, eateries, an observation deck, aquarium, museum & indoor theme parks.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Enchanting Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea

$120

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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$120

Budget breakdown: $1038 In total

Activities & Food:$1003

Transport:$36

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity in Yoyogi Park and Majestic Meiji Jingu

$25

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 2Revel in Roppongi Hills and Luxury at Shinagawa Prince Hotel

$138

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

41 - 50 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$38

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$38

Day 3Nature's Beauty at Shinjuku Gyoen and Spiritual Visit to Yasukuni Jinja

$63

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

20 - 24 min

Directions

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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$50

Day 4Reach New Heights at Tokyo Skytree and Uncover Ancient Secrets at Sensō-ji

$50

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

21 - 32 min

Directions

Contemporary museum with exhibits detailing Osaka history from ancient times to the present day.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

Day 5Majestic Stroll through the Imperial Palace

$263

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

17 - 21 min

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

11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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$200

Budget breakdown: $1038 In total

Activities & Food:$1003

Transport:$36