Discover Japan's Tropical Paradise
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Trip Overview
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Itinerary
Osaka
Day 1
1h 15mArrive, and settle in
Depending on where you are coming from, getting to Japan can be tiring, not to mention the jet-lag. So make sure to give yourself some grace on the first day!
1. Chitose
1-chōme-11-10 Taishi, Nishinari Ward, Osaka, 557-0002, Japan
4.7
Mon-Sun: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Though you may want to take your time adjusting to the vibrant energy of Osaka, allow your taste buds to dive right in with the city's classic dish: Okonomiyaki en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okonomiyaki
Osaka
Day 2
7h 48mTime to get walking!
Now you've (hopefully) had a good sleep, you should have a tonne of energy to start exploring! Grab your 7-eleven smoothie (and try the maple pancakes) and an energy jelly drink, and get ready to go!
2. Namba Yasaka Jinja
2-chōme-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan
4.5
Daily: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
If you want to see this truly spectacular shrine, then my recommendation is heading there first thing before the crowds pile in.
3. Dotonbori Private Food Tour in Osaka
Osaka
2 hours and 30 minutes
Dotonbori is full of fabulous street food, some of which you may never have heard of. Why not join a local and discover all the best spots for the best food.
4. Orange Street
1 Chome-9 Minamihorie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, 550-0015, Japan
3.9
Just a little down from Dotonbori is Orange Street, the best place for fashion and thrifting lovers. It has some of the best thrifting shops in the city.
5. BIOTOP OSAKA
メブロ16, 番館 1/2/4F, 1-chōme-16-1 Minamihorie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, 550-0015, Japan
4.1
Daily: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Along with a super stylish storefront, BIOTOP also has a phenomenal pizzeria on the rooftop. Grab a drink, a pizza, and enjoy the vibe.
6. THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA
Japan, 〒556-0011 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, 2-chōme−10−７０ なんばパークス内 ８階
4.8
Osaka
Day 3
7h 41mLet's get in some classic sights
Now we've checked out the food and fashion scene, let's move on to some classic sightseeing.
7. Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Osaka Castle
Osaka
4 hours
This is one of our well-loved tours! Don't just visit Osaka Castle, experience it. A local guide can give you all the insights as well as take you to hidden spots most others won't know about.
8. Tonkatsu KATSU Hana
2-chōme-2-11 Kitakyūhōjimachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 541-0057, Japan
4.7
Mon: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Wed-Fri: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM, and Sun: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
After so much walking around, you're going to want to get your energy up. The best way to do that is to grab a great bowl of tonkatsu!
9. Abeno Harukas
1-chōme-1-43 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-6016, Japan
4.2
Aim to get to Harukas Observatory for sunset for the most phenomenal view of the city, one you won't forget.
Osaka
Day 4
3h 48mSelf care, retro style
Before moving onto the next part of your journey, let's take a moment to indulge all our senses and build up our energy for the next stage of the journey.
10. SPAWORLD HOTEL & RESORT
3-chōme-4-24 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan
4.0
One of the biggest spas in Japan, this place has an entire floor for each gender with tons of different baths, pools, and soothing experiences. You can also get massage services for extra indulgence. I recommend the back scrub!
11. Shinsekai
2 Chome-5 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan
4.2
Once the sun has set and you feel the cleanest you've ever felt, the next stop is right around the corner! Full of lights and with retro charm, this destination is not to be missed.
12. Shinsekai Kushikatsu Ittoku Tsutenkaku Branch
2-chōme-3-12 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan
4.6
Mon-Fri: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM and Sat-Sun: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
It may be a bit of a tourist trap, but it's one we'll happily walk into! If you're in Shinsekai, you have to stop and eat kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers.