Japan
Juan Garcia

Japan

16 days in Japan
Published on 13th June 2025
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Day
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8am  
 
 
ANAKUMA CAFE - Harajuku
10am  
 
 
Ramen Zundo-Ya Shinsaibashi
yummy resturant (Is it expensive tho?)
yummy resturant (Is it expensive tho?)
1pm  
 
 
Hard Off & Hobby Off
cheap anime figures
cheap anime figures
2pm  
 
 
Ochanomizu Station
(cool view of 3trains)Ochanomizu Station (御茶ノ水駅, Ochanomizu-eki) is a railway station in ...
(cool view of 3trains)Ochanomizu Station (御茶ノ水駅, Ochanomizu-eki) is a railway station in Tokyo, Japan, operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Tokyo subway operator Tokyo Metro. The station straddles the boundary between the Chiyoda and Bunkyō special wards; the JR station is in the former while the Tokyo Metro station is in the latter.
7pm  
 
 
First Avenue Tokyo Station
has lots of shopes
has lots of shopes
Day
2
3pm  
 
 
Haneda Airport
We will land at Haneda Airport at approximately 3. Get SUICA cards, ...
We will land at Haneda Airport at approximately 3. Get SUICA cards, and a little money.
4pm  
 
 
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (東京都庁舎, Tōkyō-to Chōsha), also referred to as ...
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (東京都庁舎, Tōkyō-to Chōsha), also referred to as the Tochō (都庁) for short, is the seat of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, which governs the special wards, cities, towns, and villages that constitute the Tokyo Metropolis. Located in Shinjuku ward, the building was designed by architect Kenzo Tange. It consists of a complex of three structures, each taking up a city block. The tallest of the three is the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No.1, a tower 48 stories tall that splits into two sections at the 33rd floor. The building also has three levels below ground. The design of the building was meant to resemble an integrated circuit, while also evoking the look of a Gothic cathedral. It is the tallest city hall in the world. The other two buildings in the complex are the eight-story Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly Building (including one underground floor) and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 2, which has 37 stories including three below ground. The two panoramic observation decks, one in each tower on floor 45 (202 meters (663 ft) high), are free of charge to the public and contain gift shops and cafes. The two observation decks are open between 9:30 and 22:00 on alternating days.
5pm  
 
 
Used camera BOX
6pm  
 
 
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont
Check-in is at 3. Reservation is under Juan.
Check-in is at 3. Reservation is under Juan.
7pm  
 
 
Uniqlo Ginza Flagshipstore
8:30pm  
 
 
HAKUHINKAN TOY PARK
shop
shop
Day
3
8:30am  
 
 
Senso-ji Temple
This is one of the more popular temples. We will grab breakfast ...
This is one of the more popular temples. We will grab breakfast nearby either before or after. Dog lottery bubble.
10:30am  
 
 
Tokyo Skytree
One of the tallest observation decks in the world. Tickets can be ...
One of the tallest observation decks in the world. Tickets can be purchased 30 days prior to the visit.
11:30am  
 
 
Kanda myojin Shrine
Small shrine in Akihabara. You can wish for success at this shrine.
Small shrine in Akihabara. You can wish for success at this shrine.
12pm  
 
 
SURUGAYA SPECIALTY STORE
Yokohama (Japanese: 横浜, pronounced [jokohama] ) is the second-largest city in Japan ...
Yokohama (Japanese: 横浜, pronounced [jokohama] ) is the second-largest city in Japan by population and by area, and the country's most populous municipality. It is the capital and most populous city in Kanagawa Prefecture, with a population of 3.7 million in 2023. It lies on Tokyo Bay, south of Tokyo, in the Kantō region of the main island of Honshu. Yokohama is also the major economic, cultural, and commercial hub of the Greater Tokyo Area along the Keihin Industrial Zone. Yokohama was one of the cities to open for trade with the West following the 1859 end of the policy of seclusion and has since been known as a cosmopolitan port city, after Kobe opened in 1853. Yokohama is the home of many Japan's firsts in the Meiji period, including the first foreign trading port and Chinatown (1859), European-style sport venues (1860s), English-language newspaper (1861), confectionery and beer manufacturing (1865), daily newspaper (1870), gas-powered street lamps (1870s), railway station (1872), and power plant (1882). Yokohama developed rapidly as Japan's prominent port city following the end of Japan's relative isolation in the mid-19th century and is today one of its major ports along with Kobe, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Tokyo and Chiba. Yokohama is the largest port city and high tech industrial hub in the Greater Tokyo Area and the Kantō region. The city proper is headquarters to companies such as Isuzu, Nissan, JVCKenwood, Keikyu, Koei Tecmo, Sotetsu, Salesforce Japan and Bank of Yokohama. Famous landmarks in Yokohama include Minato Mirai 21, Nippon Maru Memorial Park, Yokohama Chinatown, Motomachi Shopping Street, Yokohama Marine Tower, Yamashita Park, and Ōsanbashi Pier.
1pm  
 
 
Akihabara (aka Electric Town)
Shopping district filled with Manga, Anime, Video Game shops. Lots of arcades ...
Shopping district filled with Manga, Anime, Video Game shops. Lots of arcades with claw machines and traditional arcade games.
2:30pm  
 
 
Tokyo Imperial Palace
The Tokyo Imperial Palace (皇居, "Imperial Residence") is the primary residence of ...
The Tokyo Imperial Palace (皇居, "Imperial Residence") is the primary residence of the Emperor of Japan. It is a large park-like area located in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo and contains buildings including the main palace (宮殿 Kyūden), the private residences of the Imperial Family, an archive, museums and administrative offices. It is built on the site of the old Edo Castle. The total area including the gardens is 1.15 square kilometres (0.44 sq mi). During the height of the 1980s Japanese property bubble, the palace grounds were valued by some to be more than the value of all of the real estate in the state of California.
4:30pm  
 
 
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) is a communications and observation tower. At 332.9 meters ...
Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) is a communications and observation tower. At 332.9 meters (1,092 ft), it is the second-tallest structure in Japan. The structure is an Eiffel Tower-inspired lattice tower. Sunset at 5:10 1200-yen main deck 2800-yen top deck
5:30pm  
 
 
teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
teamLab Borderless is a world of artworks without boundaries, a museum without ...
teamLab Borderless is a world of artworks without boundaries, a museum without a map created by art collective teamLab. Artworks move out of rooms, relate to other works, influence each other, and at times intermingle, without boundaries. Through this group of works, one continuous world without boundaries is created. Immerse your body in borderless art. Wander, explore with intention, discover, and create a world with others.
8:30pm  
 
 
UDXギャラリー(秋葉原)
Day
4
8am  
 
 
Meiji Shrine
Built in commemoration of Emperor Meiji in 1920, Meiji Shrine is Tokyo's ...
Built in commemoration of Emperor Meiji in 1920, Meiji Shrine is Tokyo's grandest shrine. Like all of Japan's major shrines, it is large in scale but simple in structure, entered via a winding path and through a giant torii gate. On summer weekends you have a very good chance of catching a Japanese wedding in progress here; the shrine is also packed on New Year's Eve when people come here to celebrate the new year. An excellent place for those who wish to experience an oasis of tranquility among the hustle and bustle of the rest of the area.
10:30am  
 
 
Harajuku
12:30pm  
 
 
Suga Shrine
Suga Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Unnan, Shimane Prefecture, Japan The shrine, ...
Suga Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Unnan, Shimane Prefecture, Japan The shrine, claimed to stand on the site of the palace Shinto deity Susanoo built after defeating the Yamata no Orochi, enshrines Susanoo, Kushinadahime, and their son Yashimajinumi. According to the Kojiki it was the first Shrine in Japan. It was founded immediately after the battle when Susanoo married Kushinadahime. The Shrine is also seen as the birthplace of Waka poetry. After Susanoo wrote a poem about the surrounding area. The shrine is listed in the Izumo Fudoki as one of sixteen shrines in Ōhara District not registered with the Department of Divinities.
1:30pm  
 
 
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Shinjuku Gyo-en (新宿御苑) is a large park and garden in Shinjuku and ...
Shinjuku Gyo-en (新宿御苑) is a large park and garden in Shinjuku and Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. It was originally a residence of the Naitō family in the Edo period. Afterwards, it became a garden under the management of the Imperial Household Agency of Japan. It is now a national park under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Environment.
2:30pm  
 
 
Godzilla Head
3:30pm  
 
 
Cross Shinjuku Space
4:30pm  
 
 
Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho
Much less touristy than Golden Gai, this is a nice backstreet for ...
Much less touristy than Golden Gai, this is a nice backstreet for having an intimate yakitori (BBQ skewered chicken, etc) or small bar (izakaya) style meal. Also known as Memory Alley, and more commonly referred to as Piss Alley by the locals, one cannot help but feel having travelled back in time upon entering the narrow streets of this place.
5:30pm  
 
 
ME TOKYO SHINJUKU
6:30pm  
 
 
Tokyu Kabukicho Tower
Shops and arcades.
Shops and arcades.
9:30pm  
 
 
Day
5
11am  
 
 
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
12pm  
 
 
Lake Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Boat
2pm  
 
 
Oishi Park
3pm  
 
 
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai (Japanese: 忍野八海, literally Eight Seas in Oshino) are the eight ...
Oshino Hakkai (Japanese: 忍野八海, literally Eight Seas in Oshino) are the eight springs found in Oshino, Yamanashi, Japan. The aquifer water from Mount Fuji comes out to the ground to form these springs. They are a Natural monument of Japan, part of the Mount Fuji World Heritage Site, and one of Yamanashi Prefecture's important tourist attractions.
5:30pm  
 
 
Fuji-Q Highland
Fuji-Q Highland (富士急ハイランド Fujikyū Hairando) is an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, ...
Fuji-Q Highland (富士急ハイランド Fujikyū Hairando) is an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan. it was opened on 2 March 1968. The theme park is near the base of Mount Fuji. It has a number of roller coasters, as well as two haunted attractions: the Haunted Hospital, the world's first largest haunted attraction and the newly built Hopeless Fortress. Other attractions include Thomas Land, a children's area with a Thomas the Tank Engine theme and attractions themed to Gundam, Hamtaro, and Evangelion.
Day
6
7am  
 
 
Tokyo Disneyland
Be there as early as possible to maximize attractions. Park closes at ...
Be there as early as possible to maximize attractions. Park closes at 9:00pm.
Day
7
7am  
 
 
Tokyo DisneySea
Be there as early as possible to maximize attractions. Park closes at ...
Be there as early as possible to maximize attractions. Park closes at 9:00pm.
Day
8
7:30am  
 
 
Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty (Liberty Enlightening the World; French: La Liberté éclairant ...
The Statue of Liberty (Liberty Enlightening the World; French: La Liberté éclairant le monde) is a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, within New York City. The copper-clad statue, a gift to the United States from the people of France, was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and its metal framework was built by Gustave Eiffel. The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886. The statue is a figure of a classically draped woman, likely inspired by the Roman goddess of liberty Libertas. In a contrapposto pose, she holds a torch above her head with her right hand, and in her left hand carries a tabula ansata inscribed JULY IV MDCCLXXVI (July 4, 1776, in Roman numerals), the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. With her left foot she steps on a broken chain and shackle, commemorating the national abolition of slavery following the American Civil War. After its dedication the statue became an icon of freedom and of the United States, being subsequently seen as a symbol of welcome to immigrants arriving by sea. The idea for the statue was conceived in 1865, when the French historian and abolitionist Édouard de Laboulaye proposed a monument to commemorate the upcoming centennial of U.S. independence (1876), the perseverance of American democracy and the liberation of the nation's slaves. The Franco-Prussian War delayed progress until 1875, when Laboulaye proposed that the people of France finance the statue and the United States provide the site and build the pedestal. Bartholdi completed the head and the torch-bearing arm before the statue was fully designed, and these pieces were exhibited for publicity at international expositions. The torch-bearing arm was displayed at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876, and in Madison Square Park in Manhattan from 1876 to 1882. Fundraising proved difficult, especially for the Americans, and by 1885 work on the pedestal was threatened by lack of funds. Publisher Joseph Pulitzer, of the New York World, started a drive for donations to finish the project and attracted more than 120,000 contributors, most of whom gave less than a dollar (equivalent to $34 in 2023). The statue was built in France, shipped overseas in crates, and assembled on the completed pedestal on what was then called Bedloe's Island. The statue's completion was marked by New York's first ticker-tape parade and a dedication ceremony presided over by President Grover Cleveland. The statue was administered by the United States Lighthouse Board until 1901 and then by the Department of War; since 1933, it has been maintained by the National Park Service as part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, and is a major tourist attraction. Limited numbers of visitors can access the rim of the pedestal and the interior of the statue's crown from within; public access to the torch has been barred since 1916.
8am  
 
 
Unicorn Gundam Statue at Diver City
Are you a Gundam or Transformers fan? See this fairly live sized ...
Are you a Gundam or Transformers fan? See this fairly live sized Gundam robot outside Diver City. It lights up and moves during showtimes. The large shopping mall behind the statue (Diver City) features many retail stores and a very large Gundam model shop (Gundam Base) for fans at the top level.
8:30am  
 
 
DiverCity Tokyo Plaza
9:30am  
 
 
DECKS Tokyo Beach
1:30pm  
 
 
Gōtokuji Temple
3:30pm  
 
 
Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory
4:30pm  
 
 
Hachiko Square
Shibuya Scramble Crossing (渋谷スクランブル交差点, Shibuya sukuranburu kōsaten), commonly known as Shibuya Crossing, ...
Shibuya Scramble Crossing (渋谷スクランブル交差点, Shibuya sukuranburu kōsaten), commonly known as Shibuya Crossing, is a popular pedestrian scramble crossing in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. It is located in front of the Shibuya Station Hachikō exit and stops vehicles in all directions to allow pedestrians to inundate the entire intersection. The statue of Hachikō, between the station and the intersection, is a common meeting place, which is almost always crowded. Three large video screens mounted on nearby buildings overlook the crossing such as the landmark QFRONT, as well as many static advertising signs. Given its heavy traffic and amount of advertising, it is compared to Times Square in New York City. Shibuya Crossing is the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, with as many as 3,000 people crossing at a time. Tokyo-based architecture professor Shane Flynn has said Shibuya Crossing is "a great example of what Tokyo does best when it's not trying."
5pm  
 
 
Shibuya Sky
5:30pm  
 
 
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Shibuya Crossing, is a popular pedestrian scramble crossing in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. Shibuya ...
Shibuya Crossing, is a popular pedestrian scramble crossing in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. Shibuya Crossing is the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, with as many as 3,000 people crossing at a time. Tokyo-based architecture professor Shane Flynn has said Shibuya Crossing is "a great example of what Tokyo does best when it's not trying."
7pm  
 
 
Nintendo Tokyo
Day
9
11am  
 
 
Akihabara Station
We will get to this station for the bullet train to Osaka.
We will get to this station for the bullet train to Osaka.
3pm  
 
 
JOYTEL HOTEL NAMBA DOTONBORI
4pm  
 
 
America-mura
America inspired shopping district in Japan.
America inspired shopping district in Japan.
6:30pm  
 
 
teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka
Botanical Garden/Art Exhibit Tickets go on sale first day of the month. Last ...
Botanical Garden/Art Exhibit Tickets go on sale first day of the month. Last admission is typically between 9:00-10:00pm.
7:30pm  
 
 
Ichiran Ramen Dotonburi - Main Building
8:30pm  
 
 
Dotonbori
Dōtonbori (道頓堀) runs along the Dōtonbori canal in the Namba district. Historically ...
Dōtonbori (道頓堀) runs along the Dōtonbori canal in the Namba district. Historically a theater district, it is now a popular nightlife and entertainment area characterized by its eccentric atmosphere and large illuminated signboards. One of the area's most prominent features, a billboard for confectionery company Glico displaying the image of a runner crossing a finishing line, is seen as an icon of Osaka within Japan.
9:30pm  
 
 
Donguri Kyowakoku (Ghibli Store)
Day
10
8am  
 
 
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens & Ropeway
9:30am  
 
 
Kitano Ijinkan-Gai
Kobe European Village
Kobe European Village
10:30am  
 
 
神戸どうぶつ王国(Kobe Animal Kingdom)
1:30pm  
 
 
Nankinmachi Square
Japanese Chinatown
Japanese Chinatown
3pm  
 
 
BE KOBE
4pm  
 
 
Kobe Cruise Concerto
Day
11
7:30am  
 
 
copain copine
8am  
 
 
7-Eleven
7-Eleven, Inc. is a convenience store chain, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The ...
7-Eleven, Inc. is a convenience store chain, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The chain was founded in 1927 as an ice house storefront in Dallas. It was named Tote'm Stores between 1928 and 1946. After Ito-Yokado, a Japanese supermarket chain and the parent company of Seven-Eleven Japan, acquired a 70% stake in the company in 1991, the company became a wholly owned subsidiary of Seven-Eleven Japan in November 2005. The chain is owned by Japanese company Seven & I Holdings through Seven-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd. 7-Eleven operates, franchises and licenses 84,500 stores in 19 countries and territories as of January 2024. While operating under its namesake brand globally, within the United States it operates as 7-Eleven nationally, as Speedway nationally but mostly in the Midwest and East Coast, and as Stripes Convenience Stores within the West South Central United States. Both Speedway and Stripes operate alongside 7-Eleven's namesake stores in several markets. 7-Eleven also operates A-Plus locations with the name licensed from owner and fellow Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex-based Energy Transfer Partners, though most of these stores have since been rebranded as standard 7-Eleven stores.
8:30am  
 
 
Namba Station
Light breakfast before. Take Namba Station all the way to Ikeda Station ...
Light breakfast before. Take Namba Station all the way to Ikeda Station with a transfer at Shin-Osaka Station. Takes approximately 49 minutes to get there.
9:30am  
 
 
Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda
11:30am  
 
 
Ikeda Station
Take Ikeda to Mino-o station. Should take 20 minutes.
Take Ikeda to Mino-o station. Should take 20 minutes.
12pm  
 
 
Mister Donut Minoh Original Shop
1pm  
 
 
Mino-o Station
Take the bus up to the waterfall and temple. It costs 2000 ...
Take the bus up to the waterfall and temple. It costs 2000 yen for an all-day pass. Service ends at 5:00PM. Bus should leave at 12:50
1:30pm  
 
 
Katsuoji
2:30pm  
 
 
Minoh Falls
3:30pm  
 
 
Observation Deck
4pm  
 
 
Ryuan-ji
5pm  
 
 
Minoh Park Insectarium
6pm  
 
 
Shotengu Saikoji
Day
12
9am  
 
 
Osaka-Namba Station
Namba Station (難波駅, なんば駅, Nanba-eki) is a name shared by two physically ...
Namba Station (難波駅, なんば駅, Nanba-eki) is a name shared by two physically separated railway stations in the Namba district of Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan, operated by Nankai Electric Railway and the Osaka Metro. The name "Namba Station" can also refer to the entire station complex as a whole, including the similarly named JR Namba Station and Ōsaka Namba Station. The names of both stations are written in hiragana on signage within the stations, because the kanji "難波" can be also read "Naniwa". However, the names of both stations officially employs kanji, printed on train tickets.
9:30am  
 
 
Kintetsu-Nara Station
10am  
 
 
Sarusawa-ike Pond
11am  
 
 
NARA Visitor Center & Inn
12pm  
 
 
Kofukuji Temple
Kōfuku-ji (興福寺 Kōfuku-ji) is a Buddhist temple that was once one of ...
Kōfuku-ji (興福寺 Kōfuku-ji) is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, in the city of Nara, Japan. The temple is the national headquarters of the Hossō school and is one of the eight Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
1:30pm  
 
 
Isuien Garden and Neiraku Museum
2:30pm  
 
 
Nara Park
Nara Park (奈良公園, Nara Kōen) is a public park located in the ...
Nara Park (奈良公園, Nara Kōen) is a public park located in the city of Nara, Japan, at the foot of Mount Wakakusa. Established in 1880 it is one of the oldest parks in Japan. The park is one of the "Places of Scenic Beauty" designated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). Over 1,200 wild sika deer (シカ or 鹿 shika) freely roaming around in the park are also under designation of MEXT, classified as natural treasure. Jinrikisha (人力車, or rickshaw) services can be found near the entrances to popular sites as Tōdai-ji or Kōfuku-ji. While Nara Park is usually associated with the broad areas of the temples and the park proper, previously private gardens are now open to public.
3:30pm  
 
 
Todaiji Temple and Nara Historic Monuments
Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 784. During this ...
Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 784. During this period the framework of national government was consolidated and Nara enjoyed great prosperity, emerging as the fountainhead of Japanese culture. The city's historic monuments – Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and the excavated remains of the great Imperial Palace – provide a vivid picture of life in the Japanese capital in the 8th century, a period of profound political and cultural change. © UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
4:30pm  
 
 
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
Kasuga Grand Shrine (春日大社, Kasuga-taisha) is a Shinto shrine in the city ...
Kasuga Grand Shrine (春日大社, Kasuga-taisha) is a Shinto shrine in the city of Nara, in Nara Prefecture, Japan. Established in 768 CE and rebuilt several times over the centuries, it is the shrine of the Fujiwara family. The interior is famous for its many bronze lanterns, as well as the many stone lanterns that lead up the shrine. The architectural style Kasuga-zukuri takes its name from Kasuga Shrine's honden (sanctuary). Kasuga Shrine, and the Kasugayama Primeval Forest near it, are registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara". The path to Kasuga Shrine passes through Deer Park. In Deer Park, deer are able to roam freely and are believed to be sacred messengers of the Shinto gods that inhabit the shrine and surrounding mountainous terrain. Kasuga Shrine and the deer have been featured in several paintings and works of art of the Nambokucho Period. Over three thousand stone lanterns line the way. The Man'yo Botanical Garden, Nara is adjacent to the shrine.
5:30pm  
 
 
Mochiidonocho
7:30pm  
 
 
Kintetsu-Nara Station
8pm  
 
 
Round1 Stadium Sennichimae
Day
13
8am  
 
 
Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. Tickets become available 2 months in advance.
Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. Tickets become available 2 months in advance.
Day
14
8am  
 
 
Namba Yasaka Jinjya Shrine
9am  
 
 
Shinsekai
Shinsekai, an old neighborhood in Osaka, offers a unique and nostalgic experience ...
Shinsekai, an old neighborhood in Osaka, offers a unique and nostalgic experience for tourists. Here are some highlights and attractions you can enjoy: Tsutenkaku Tower: A symbol of Shinsekai, this tower offers an observation deck with panoramic views of Osaka. It's a great spot to get a bird's-eye view of the city. Jan-Jan Yokocho: This bustling alleyway is filled with traditional izakayas (Japanese pubs), cheap eateries, and unique shops. It's perfect for tasting local foods and soaking in the retro atmosphere. Spa World: A large onsen (hot spring) complex with various themed baths from around the world. It's a great place to relax and experience Japanese bathing culture. Shinsekai Luna Park: A small amusement park that adds to the old-school charm of the area, featuring traditional games and rides. Kushikatsu Daruma: Shinsekai is famous for kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers of meat and vegetables. Daruma is one of the most famous kushikatsu restaurants in the area, offering delicious skewers with a variety of dipping sauces. Imamiya Ebisu Shrine: A historic shrine dedicated to Ebisu, the god of commerce and fishermen. It's a peaceful spot to take a break and learn about local religious practices. Nostalgic Streets: Simply walking around Shinsekai is an experience in itself, with its retro vibe, neon signs, and old-fashioned shops. Shinsekai Market Street: This street is lined with shops selling fresh seafood, local produce, and various goods. It's a great place to see local life and pick up some unique souvenirs. Tennoji Zoo: Located nearby, this zoo is home to a variety of animals and is a nice family-friendly attraction. Abeno Harukas: Not far from Shinsekai, this is the tallest building in Japan and offers an observation deck with stunning views of Osaka. The building also houses a department store, art museum, and hotel. Shinsekai is known for its vibrant and slightly gritty atmosphere, providing a glimpse into a more nostalgic and traditional side of Osaka. It's a great place to explore and experience local culture and cuisine.
11am  
 
 
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
One of the world's largest aquariums in the world. Tickets can be ...
One of the world's largest aquariums in the world. Tickets can be purchased in advance up to 30 days prior to the visit.
2pm  
 
 
Noodles & Shaved Ice Dogyan
(studio ghibli)Noodles are a type of food made from unleavened dough which ...
(studio ghibli)Noodles are a type of food made from unleavened dough which is either rolled flat and cut, stretched, or extruded, into long strips or strings. Noodles are a staple food in many cultures and made into a variety of shapes. The most common noodles are those derived from either Chinese cuisine or Italian cuisine. Chinese noodles are known by a variety of different names, while Italian noodles are known as pasta. While long, thin strips may be the most common, many varieties of noodles are cut into waves, helices, tubes, strings, or shells, or folded over, or cut into other shapes. Noodles are usually cooked in boiling water, sometimes with cooking oil or salt added. They are often pan-fried or deep-fried. Noodles are often served with an accompanying sauce or in a soup. Noodles can be refrigerated for short-term storage or dried and stored for future use.
3pm  
 
 
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle (大坂城 or 大阪城,, Ōsaka-jō) is a Japanese castle in Chūō-ku, ...
Osaka Castle (大坂城 or 大阪城,, Ōsaka-jō) is a Japanese castle in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan. The castle is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century of the Azuchi-Momoyama period.
4pm  
 
 
3 Coins
Hōkoku-ji (報国寺) is an old temple in the Kenchō-ji school of the ...
Hōkoku-ji (報国寺) is an old temple in the Kenchō-ji school of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism located in Kamakura, Japan. Famous for its bamboo garden, it is also known as "Bamboo Temple". A statue of Gautama Buddha, called Shaka Nyorai in Japanese, in a sacred hall is the temple's principal image. The original of a statue of Sho Kan'non is on display at the Kamakura Museum of National Treasures. The temple is sometimes called Takuma-dera after the artist of a statue of Kashyap which was destroyed by a fire in 1891 in an adjacent hall. The temple is No. 10 on the Kamakura 33 Kannon pilgrimage. The grounds cover approximately 13,000 square metres (140,000 sq ft).
4:30pm  
 
 
Umeda Sky Building
The Umeda Sky Building (梅田スカイビル, Umeda Sukai Biru) is the nineteenth-tallest building ...
The Umeda Sky Building (梅田スカイビル, Umeda Sukai Biru) is the nineteenth-tallest building in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, and one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. It consists of two 40-story towers that connect at their two uppermost stories, with bridges and an escalator crossing the wide atrium-like space in the center. It is located in Umeda district of Kita-ku, Osaka. Head up to the rooftop for open-air views of Osaka city!
5:30pm  
 
 
Kamigata Ukiyo-e Museum
Day
15
8am  
 
 
Arashiyama Monkey Park
9am  
 
 
Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu
10am  
 
 
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
10:30am  
 
 
Sagano Scenic Railway trolley train
Buy Torokko Arashiyama Station Tickets
Buy Torokko Arashiyama Station Tickets
11am  
 
 
Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Kudari)
12:30pm  
 
 
Kinkakuji
Kinkaku-ji ("Temple of the Golden Pavilion") is a Zen Buddhist temple in ...
Kinkaku-ji ("Temple of the Golden Pavilion") is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most popular buildings in Japan, attracting a large number of visitors annually. The Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku) is a three-story building on the grounds of the Rokuon-ji temple complex. The top two stories of the pavilion are covered with pure gold leaf. The pavilion functions as a shariden, housing relics of the Buddha (Buddha's Ashes). The building was an important model for Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion Temple) and Shōkoku-ji, which are also located in Kyoto. When these buildings were constructed, Ashikaga Yoshimasa employed the styles used at Kinkaku-ji and even borrowed the names of its second and third floors. The pavilion successfully incorporates three distinct styles of architecture, which are shinden, samurai and zen, specifically on each floor. Each floor of the Kinkaku uses a different architectural style. The first floor, called The Chamber of Dharma Waters (Hou-sui-in), is rendered in shinden-zukuri style, reminiscent of the residential style of the 11th century Heian imperial aristocracy. It is evocative of the Shinden palace style. It is designed as an open space with adjacent verandas and uses natural, unpainted wood and white plaster. This helps to emphasize the surrounding landscape. The walls and fenestration also affect the views from inside the pavilion. Most of the walls are made of shutters that can vary the amount of light and air into the pavilion and change the view by controlling the shutters' heights. The second floor, called The Tower of Sound Waves (Chou-on-dou ), is built in the style of warrior aristocrats, or buke-zukuri. On this floor, sliding wood doors and latticed windows create a feeling of impermanence. The second floor also contains a Buddha Hall and a shrine dedicated to the goddess of mercy, Kannon. The third floor is built in traditional Chinese chán (zen) style. It is called the Cupola of the Ultimate (Kukkyou-chou). The zen typology depicts a more religious ambiance in the pavilion, as was popular during the Muromachi period. The roof is in a thatched pyramid with shingles. The building is topped with a bronze hōō (phoenix) ornament. From the outside, viewers can see gold plating added to the upper stories of the pavilion. The gold leaf covering the upper stories hints at what is housed inside: the shrines. The outside is a reflection of the inside. The elements of nature, death, religion, are formed together to create this connection between the pavilion and outside intrusions. The Golden Pavilion is set in a magnificent Japanese strolling garden. The location implements the idea of borrowing of scenery ("shakkei") that integrates the outside and the inside, creating an extension of the views surrounding the pavilion and connecting it with the outside world. The pavilion extends over a pond, called Kyōko-chi (Mirror Pond), that reflects the building. The pond contains 10 smaller islands. The zen typology is seen through the rock composition; the bridges and plants are arranged in a specific way to represent famous places in Chinese and Japanese literature. Vantage points and focal points were established because of the strategic placement of the pavilion to view the gardens surrounding the pavilion. The pavilion grounds were built according to descriptions of the Western Paradise of the Buddha Amida, intending to illustrate a harmony between heaven and earth. The largest islet in the pond represents the Japanese islands. The four stones forming a straight line in the pond near the pavilion are intended to represent sailboats anchored at night, bound for the Isle of Eternal Life in Chinese mythology.
1:30pm  
 
 
Kiyomizu Temple (Kiyomizu-dera)
Kiyomizu-dera (清水寺), is a Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto. The temple is ...
Kiyomizu-dera (清水寺), is a Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto. The temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities) UNESCO World Heritage site. This temple was founded in the early Heian period, in 778. Its present buildings were constructed in 1633. There is not a single nail used in the entire structure. Kiyomizu means clear water, or pure water. It takes its name from the waterfall within the complex, which runs off the nearby hills.
3:30pm  
 
 
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社) is the head shrine of the god Inari. ...
Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社) is the head shrine of the god Inari. The shrine sits at the base of a mountain also named Inari which is 233 metres (764 ft) above sea level, and includes trails up the mountain to many smaller shrines which span 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) and take approximately 2 hours to walk up. Along the main path there are around 1,000 torii gates. Inari is the god of rice, but merchants and manufacturers have traditionally worshiped Inari as the patron of business. Each of the torii at Fushimi Inari Taisha has been donated by a Japanese business. This popular shrine is said to have as many as 32,000 sub-shrines (bunsha (分社)) throughout Japan. The shrine is open 24 hours with both the approach to the shrine and the Honden (本殿 main hall) itself illuminated all night. There is no entrance fee.
5pm  
 
 
Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社, Yasaka-jinja), once called Gion Shrine (祇園神社, Gion-jinja), is a ...
Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社, Yasaka-jinja), once called Gion Shrine (祇園神社, Gion-jinja), is a Shinto shrine in the Gion District of Kyoto, Japan. Situated at the east end of Shijō-dōri (Fourth Avenue), the shrine includes several buildings, including gates, a main hall and a stage. The Yasaka shrine is dedicated to Susanoo in the tradition of the Gion faith as its chief kami, with his consort Kushinadahime on the east, and eight offspring deities (yahashira no mikogami) on the west. The yahashira no mikogami include Yashimajinumi no kami, Itakeru no kami, Ōyatsuhime no kami, Tsumatsuhime no kami, Ōtoshi no kami, Ukanomitama no kami, Ōyatsuhiko no kami, and Suseribime no mikoto.
6:30pm  
 
 
Cat Cafe MOCHA Kyoto Kawaramachi
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Please (dont erase it)-perla
8pm  
 
 
Macho Bar
Day
16
10am  
 
 
Shin-Osaka Station
Eat breakfast before leaving. We will take a taxi over to the ...
Eat breakfast before leaving. We will take a taxi over to the bullet train station.
11am  
 
 
Shin-Yokohama Station
We will ride the bullet train to Shin-Yokohama Station. It should be ...
We will ride the bullet train to Shin-Yokohama Station. It should be a 3-hour ride.
3:30pm  
 
 
Haneda Airport
We will take the Haneda Airport Limousine Bus to the airport. Our ...
We will take the Haneda Airport Limousine Bus to the airport. Our flight leaves at 6:30. This is an international flight; we need to be there 3 hours before the flight leaves.
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