Osaka, Japan
20th:
Arrived to Osaka late night.
21st
10:00 AM – Osaka Castle (大阪城)
⏰ Arrive early to explore before it gets crowded.
📍 Osaka Castle Park, Chuo Ward
🚇 Nearest Station: Osakajokoen Station (JR Loop Line) or Tanimachi 4-chome Station (Tanimachi Line)
🕐 Suggested Time: 1.5–2 hours
Explore the castle tower (museum & observation deck).
Walk the beautiful castle grounds and moat area.
12:00 PM – Shinsaibashi Area (Food & Shopping)
🚇 Travel: From Osakajokoen Station → Shinsaibashi Station (~20 min, JR + Metro).
🥢 Suggested Food Spots:
Ichiran Ramen (for solo dining experience)
Mitsuru Okonomiyaki (for Osaka-style savory pancakes)
Kin no Torikara (fried chicken snack)
Don’t miss Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade for quick souvenirs and sweets.
🕐 Stay until around 12:45–1:00 PM.
1:00 PM – Shitennoji Temple (四天王寺)
🚇 Travel: Shinsaibashi Station → Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station (~15 min by subway).
⛩️ One of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, founded in 593.
Stroll through the five-story pagoda and inner garden.
🕐 Suggested Time: 1 hour.
3:00 PM – Abeno Harukas (あべのハルカス)
🚇 From Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station → Tennoji Station (~5 min).
🌆 Japan’s tallest skyscraper with panoramic views from the 60th floor observatory.
🛍️ You can browse Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Department Store or have a coffee break at Harukas 300 Café.
🕐 Stay ~1–1.5 hours.
4:30 PM – Namba Yasaka Jinja (難波八阪神社)
🚇 From Tennoji Station → Namba Station (~10 min by Midosuji Line).
📍 2-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka
🦁 Famous for its giant lion head stage (“Shishi-den”) — unique and photogenic!
🕐 Visit for 20–30 minutes.
6:00 PM – Dinner at Kouron (広蘭)
📍 4-3-21 Namba, ZA Building 1F, Chuo-ku, Osaka
🍜 Renowned Chinese restaurant with Cantonese dishes and dim sum.
🚶 Short walk (~8–10 minutes) from Namba Yasaka Jinja.
Relax and enjoy dinner after your day’s sightseeing.
Optional After-Dinner Ideas (if you have energy)
Dotonbori River Walk – Night lights, Glico sign, and lively nightlife.
Hozenji Yokocho – Lantern-lit alley for a calm temple and cozy bars.
Summary Flow
Osaka Castle (10:00) → Shinsaibashi (Lunch) → Shitennoji Temple (1:00) → Abeno Harukas (3:00) → Namba Yasaka Jinja (4:30) → Dinner at Kouron (6:00)
22nd
🌸 Kyoto Day Itinerary (One-Day Plan)
Morning – Arashiyama Area
🕕 8:00 AM – Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Arrive early to enjoy the peaceful paths before crowds.
Nearest Station: Saga-Arashiyama Station (JR Line)
🕗 9:30 AM – Yojiya Café (Arashiyama)
📍 2 Sagatenryuji Tateishicho, Ukyo Ward
Famous for its matcha latte and Japanese-style desserts.
Relax in the garden-view café.
🕘 10:30 AM – Miffy Sakura Kitchen
📍 20-27 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho
Cute Miffy-themed café and shop; great for light snacks or gifts.
Late Morning – Nishiki Market
🕛 11:30 AM – Travel to Nishiki Market
Take JR Sagano Line from Saga-Arashiyama Station to Karasuma Station (~25 min total).
Walk to Nishiki Market (about 5 min).
🕐 12:00 PM – Explore Nishiki Market
Enjoy Kyoto’s “Kitchen” — try yakitori, croquettes, mochi, and matcha snacks.
Perfect for a walking-style lunch instead of a sit-down meal.
Early Afternoon – Kyoto Station & Sweets Stop
🕑 1:30 PM – Itoh Kyuemon (Kyoto Station)
📍 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokojicho 579
Indulge in matcha parfaits, soft serve, or a tea break before continuing your journey.
Afternoon – Fushimi Inari Shrine
🕒 2:30 PM – Travel to Fushimi Inari Taisha
Take JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Inari Station (~5 min).
Walk through the iconic red torii gates; explore the main trail (1–1.5 hrs recommended).
Evening – Gion & Pontocho
🕔 4:30 PM – Gion and Yasaka Shrine
Take Keihan Line from Fushimi-Inari to Gion-Shijo (~20 min).
Visit Yasaka Shrine, then stroll Hanamikoji Street and the Gion district.
You might spot geiko or maiko in the area before dinner.
🕕 6:00 PM – Dinner at Sushi Tempura Gion Iwai
📍 Located in Gion (confirm exact address).
Enjoy your omakase dinner of fresh sushi and tempura.
🕗 8:00 PM – Pontocho Alley
Short walk from Gion.
End your evening with a riverside stroll or stop for a drink at one of the atmospheric bars.
Summary Route Flow
Arashiyama → Nishiki Market → Kyoto Station (Itoh Kyuemon) → Fushimi Inari → Gion/Yasaka Shrine → Dinner (Gion Iwai) → Pontocho
Rilakkuma Tea House
23rd
Universal Studios Japan Studio Pass
1-day Studio Pass + SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ entry (2025-12-23 13:00:00)
24/12
- Grill Wonders for discount with have fun in kansai pass
- Umeda Sky Building (Admission will be closed after 17:00 p.m. ※Discount for 10% off the admission ticket is available with Have Fun Pass in display after 17:00 p.m.
(General ticket price: Adult(ages above junior high school)2000 yen, Child(ages between 4 years old to elementary school) 500 yen)
Admission hour: 9:30~22:30(22:00 will be the last admission hour) ※In admission around the whole year
Unavailable for 「Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival Date (2025/10/18)」and 「Business days for New Year’s Day 」
Due to weather factor such as lightning strike or strong wind, the area around the rooftop may closed without notification in advance. ) https://www.skybldg.co.jp/en/
- Tsutenkaku (Show your Have Fun Pass with QR code at the 1st floor Ticket Center of Tsutenkaku to exchange for a same-day time-designated ticket.
Arrive at the B1 entrance gate at the time shown on the ticket.
Present the time-designated ticket at the entrance.
※ This is not the same as the time-slot ticket sold on the official website. Exchange must be done at the 1st floor Ticket Center of Tsutenkaku.
※ The designated time tickets provided at the 1st floor Ticket Center can only be reserved for entry on the same day. As reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis, please understand that your preferred time slot may not be available if there are large crowds.
Please check the official website for operating hours.
Please present the QR code on your e-ticket for entry.
Re-entry is not allowed.) https://www.tsutenkaku.co.jp/index.html
- Wonder Loop 16:10 (ref:予約番号：W_251026_4443304957_1)
https://wondercruise.jp/en/wondercruise/