🗼🎢⛩️ Tokyo, Ōsaka-jō, Kyoto Adventure

Anita Rimer

19 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Ōsaka-jō, and Kyoto. Discover ancient castles, immerse yourself in thrilling theme parks, and wander through serene gardens. Join me as I explore the wonders of Japan!

Trip to Tokyo

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Viator

Day 1Zoo Delights and Park Serenity

$30

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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No time set

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Free

Day 2Magical Disney Dreams and Towering Views

$237

$ 9

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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$180

36 - 44 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$57

9 - 11 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Enchanting Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea

$180

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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$180

Day 4Imperial Grandeur and Tranquil Gardens

$57

$ 9

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

12 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$57

22 - 27 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

16 - 24 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Glamorous Skyscrapers and Natural Beauty

$ 5

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

18 - 22 min

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This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Day 6Unveiling the Wonders of Science and Art

$75

$ 5

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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$38

5 - 8 min

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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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$38

19 - 23 min

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1137 In total

Activities & Food:$1086

Transport:$52

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

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Day 1Zoo Delights and Park Serenity

$75

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

20 - 24 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Magical Disney Dreams and Towering Views

$338

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

37 - 45 min

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

10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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$300

Budget breakdown: $1137 In total

Activities & Food:$1086

Transport:$52

Trip to Kyoto

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Zoo Delights and Park Serenity

$30

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

Day 2Magical Disney Dreams and Towering Views

$19

$ 6

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$19

24 - 29 min

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400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Enchanting Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea

$38

$ 6

Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

23 - 28 min

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Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1137 In total

Activities & Food:$1086

Transport:$52