8 Days of Adventure in Ōsaka-jō

Josh Norden

13 Nov 2023

Embark on an exciting 8-day journey to Ōsaka-jō, Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan. Explore the city's rich culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Ōsaka-jō.

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

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Viator

Day 1

$177

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Famous for its neon lights, this landmark features an observation deck open to the public.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$54

12 - 17 min

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Charcoal Grill Parlor Orquesta (チャコールグリルパーラーオルケスタ)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 2

$159

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 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

15 - 22 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$72

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 3

$319

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

84 - 125 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

82 - 123 min

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Amusement park zone with rides & sweet shops, plus Minion meet-&-greets outside Gru's mansion.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$150

30 - 36 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$42

3 - 4 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Day 4

$196

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

2 - 3 min

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Kindai University Aquaculture Research Institute Restaurant (近畿大学水産研究所)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 5

$211

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

13 - 20 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

13 - 16 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

1 - 2 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 6

$196

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

13 - 20 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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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$50

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 7

$180

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$38

16 - 23 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Osaka Castle Main Tower (Osaka Castle Museum)

Striking, multi-story tower rising above Osaka Castle complex, with gold-leaf detailing & a museum.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

14 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$66

Day 8

$175

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

16 - 23 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

14 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$66

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $1629 In total

Activities & Food:$1611

Transport:$18