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🌸 Discovering the Essence of Ōsaka-jō and Kyoto 🏯

manuel rudy

manuel rudy

15 Jan 2024

Embark on an 11-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Ōsaka-jō and Kyoto in Japan. Immerse yourself in the rich history, awe-inspiring architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. From exploring ancient marvels to indulging in authentic pizza, this itinerary promises an unforgettable journey.

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Gems in Ōsaka-jō
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$113

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$ 18

Dotonbori Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

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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$113
Day 2Savoring Culinary Delights in Osaka
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$60

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$ 18

Dotonbori Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Tsūtenkaku
Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$60
Day 3Embracing the Magnificence of Osaka Castle
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$353

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$ 18

Dotonbori Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

餃子の王将天満橋OMMビル店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
16 - 24 min

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Directions

Osaka Castle
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
2 - 3 min

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Osaka Castle Park
Vast green space offering gardens with cherry blossoms, athletic fields, open-air theaters & more.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$38
22 - 27 min

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Directions

Singh's Kitchen (シンズキッチン)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$96
4 - 5 min

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Kuromon Ichiba Market
Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Maguroya Kurogin (まぐろや 黒銀)
黒門市場本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84
Day 4Ascending to New Heights at Abeno Harukas
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$485

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$ 18

Dotonbori Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

551 Horai (551蓬莱)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$54
3 - 4 min

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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
1 - 2 min

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Harukas 300
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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$113
2 - 3 min

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Directions

千里しゃぶちん あべのハルカスダイニング
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$90
4 - 6 min

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Directions

海鮮スタンド ふじ
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 5Thrilling Adventures at Universal Studios Japan
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$1010

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$ 35

Dotonbori Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Park Side Grill (パークサイド・グリル)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$54
26 - 32 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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$188
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Louie’s N.Y. Pizza Parlor (ルイズ N.Y. ピザパーラー)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$96
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Universal Studios Japan
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$600
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Hard Rock Cafe
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$72

Budget breakdown: $4680 In total

Activities & Food:$4467
Transport:$213

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Gems in Ōsaka-jō
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$150

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$ 12

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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$75
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE
This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Kōdai-ji Temple
Serene setting with a Buddhist temple & gardens, plus tea houses & seasonal light festivals.
No time set
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$38
9 - 14 min

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Directions

Kennin-ji Temple
Historic, ornate Buddhist temple with a traditional Zen garden, tea ceremonies & colorful murals.
No time set
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$38
Day 2Savoring Culinary Delights in Osaka
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$338

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$ 34

FORNI (フォルニ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$66
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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$60
17 - 21 min

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Directions

Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
5 - 6 min

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Seigen-in (西源院)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$78
11 - 14 min

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とようけ茶屋
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
Day 3Embracing the Magnificence of Osaka Castle
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$240

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$ 12

Inafuku (稲福)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Directions

hale (hale -晴-)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$96
2 - 3 min

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元蔵錦本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84

Budget breakdown: $4680 In total

Activities & Food:$4467
Transport:$213

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Gems in Ōsaka-jō
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$378

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$ 9

551 Horai (551蓬莱)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
3 - 4 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
23 - 28 min

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Directions

大起水産回転寿司道頓堀店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$96
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Mの焼肉道頓堀店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 2Savoring Culinary Delights in Osaka
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$503

·

$ 35

Park Side Grill (パークサイド・グリル)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$66
26 - 32 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
•
$188
24 - 29 min

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Directions

万両東天満店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$78
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
18 - 22 min

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Directions

カトマンドゥ 京橋店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
Day 3Embracing the Magnificence of Osaka Castle
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$840

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$ 9

餃子の王将弁天町市岡店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
24 - 29 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
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Louie’s N.Y. Pizza Parlor (ルイズ N.Y. ピザパーラー)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$96
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Hard Rock Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84

Budget breakdown: $4680 In total

Activities & Food:$4467
Transport:$213