First-Time Experience: A Travel Guide to Osaka, Japan

In this article, we’ve created a 3-day, 2-night sightseeing itinerary for Osaka that can be fully enjoyed on foot, even if your transportation options are limited.

This is perfect for those interested in traveling to Osaka or looking for ways to fully enjoy the city. Be sure to check it out!

How do you even get to Japan in the first place?

How to Get to Osaka

Low-cost Airline ‘Peach Aviation’

Japanese Bullet Train

Specialties and Attractions of Osaka

Osaka is known for its rich food culture, with specialties like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu. Local products such as Senshu Mizunasu (water eggplant) and Osaka pork buns also stand out. The saying “Kyoto for dressing to excess, Osaka for eating to excess” humorously contrasts Kyoto’s fashion focus with Osaka’s love for food.

What kind of place is Osaka?

Osaka, consistently ranked among the top tourist destinations in Japan, is highly regarded by international visitors as well.

One of its many attractions is its abundance of enjoyable spots, including the Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan’s three major festivals, and Universal Studios Japan.

Here’s the translation of your text into English:

“In this sightseeing plan, you will visit four areas: Tennoji, Minami, Kita, and the Bay Area.

Since it’s a 2-night, 3-day trip, you can take the opportunity to explore places a little further from the city, so it’s important to plan the schedule well.”

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“There are also other areas like the Southern Area (famous for the Danjiri Festival in Kishiwada) and the Northern Area (famous for Minoo Falls and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park).

One of the great features of Osaka is its well-developed public transportation system, making it easy to travel on foot. The schedule is also easy to plan, and by combining different attractions, you can enjoy sightseeing efficiently!”

Osaka 2-Night, 3-Day Sightseeing Model Course

DAY1

Morning to Noon: Namba Area

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Afternoon: Osaka Station Area

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DAY 2

Morning to Noon: Sumiyoshi Area

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Afternoon: Tennoji Area

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DAY 3

Morning: Tempozan Area

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Afternoon: Universal City Area

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Estimated Costs for a 2-Night, 3-Day Trip to Osaka

Kansai Airport Station → Osaka Station Tennoji Station → Kansai Airport Station	1,210 yen (Kansai Airport Station → Osaka Station) 1,080 yen (Tennoji Station → Kansai Airport Station)
Local transportation costs	420 yen (Day 1) 810 yen (Day 2) 740 yen (Day 3)
Food costs	15,000 yen (for 3 days)
Accommodation costs	14,000 yen (for 2 nights)
Total	33,260 yen