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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?

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to Haneda Airport(HND), Tokyo, Japan

■ San Francisco(SFO), California, USA
– Duration: About 11h30m
– Cost: USD $1,245.30~ / JPY ¥190,611~
– Airlines: ANA, JAL, United Airlines

■ John F. Kennedy(SFO), New York City, USA
– Duration: About 14h35m
– Cost: USD $1,335~ / JPY ¥201,680~
– Airlines: ANA, JAL, American Airlines

to Narita Airport(NRT), Tokyo, Japan

■ Los Angeles(LAX), USA
– Duration: About 11h45m
– Cost: USD $784.89~ / JPY ¥119,070~
– Airlines: ANA, United Airlines

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to Haneda Airport(HND), Tokyo, Japan

■ Heathrow(LHR), London, UK
– Duration: About 13h50m
– Cost: GBP 1,310£~ / JPY ¥252,016~
– Airlines: ANA, British Airways

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to Haneda Airport(HND), Tokyo, Japan

■ Vancouver(YVR), British Columbia, Canada
– Duration: About 10h30m
– Cost: CAD $670.90~ / JPY ¥73,000
– Airlines: ANA

to Narita Airport(NRT), Tokyo, Japan

■ Toronto Pearson(YYZ), Ontario, Canada
– Duration: About 14h05m
– Cost: CAD $1,150.06~ / JPY ¥124,370
– Airlines: ANA, Air Canada

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to Haneda Airport(HND), Tokyo, Japan

■ Sydney(SYD), New South Wales, Australia
– Duration: About 9h40m
– Cost: AUD $2,981.25~ / JPY 295,577~
– Airlines: ANAQantas

■ Cairns(CNS), Queensland, Australia
– Duration: About 7h50m
– Cost: AUD $1,359.58~ / JPY 134,095~
– Airlines: Virgin Australia

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How to Get to Osaka

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■Tokyo → Osaka
・Haneda(HND), Tokyo → Itami(ITM), Osaka
・About 1h10m|JPY ¥14,680〜
ANA, JAL ,Solaseed air ,SKYMARK

■Narita Airport, Chiba → Kansai Airport, Osaka
・About 1h25m|JPY ¥6,900〜
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■Tokyo → Osaka
・Tokyo Station – Shin-Osaka Station
・About 2h27m|JPY ¥14,920〜
・JR West

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■Tokyo → Osaka
・Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku) ~ Osakastation-mae
・About 8h55m|JPY ¥4,500~

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Low-cost Airline ‘Peach Aviation’

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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.

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Popular tourist attractions

Tsutenkaku Tower & Observation Deck
Kaiyukan Aquarium
Nifrel Aquarium & Zoo
Tennoji Zoo Zoo
Universal Studios Japan Theme Park
Osaka Castle Castle
Namba Grand Kagetsu Stage & Theater

Museum

Osaka Museum of History
National Museum of Art, Osaka
Osaka Science Museum
Osaka Museum of Fine Arts
Osaka Museum of Natural History
Osaka Municipal Museum of Oriental Ceramics
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Viewing Spot

Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory
Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
Midosuji Ginkgo Avenue
Sennan Marble Beach
Osaka Castle Park
Flower Expo Memorial Park Tsurumi Ryokuchi
Minou Waterfall
Hoshida no Mori Star Bridge

Shrine / Temple

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
Namba Yasaka Shrine
Shitennoji Temple
Osaka Tenmangu Shrine
Ishikiri Tsurugi Shrine
Toyokuni Shrine

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Festivals

Tenjin Matsuri
(Tenjin Festival)
・July 24th–July 25th
・A festival honoring Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning
・Famous for religious rituals and portable shrines on boats traveling down the Okawa River
Sumiyoshi Matsuri
(Sumiyoshi Festival)
・July 30th–August 1st
・A festival held at Sumiyoshi Shrine
・Popular among locals, with many food stalls and a lively atmosphere
Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri
(Kishiwada Danjiri Festival)
・September 13th–September 15th
・A fall festival in Kishiwada, attracting around 400,000 visitors
・Famous for the powerful and speedy portable shrines running through the streets of Kishiwada

Fireworks Festivals

Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival ・Date: First Saturday in August
・Number of Fireworks: Not disclosed (approximately 10,000-20,000 each year)
・Location: Yodogawa riverbank from the Shin-Midosuji Yodogawa Railway Bridge to National Route 2
Tenjin Matsuri Honoring Fireworks ・Date: July 25th
・Number of Fireworks: Approximately 3,000
・Location: Along the Okawa River near the Shin-Sakuramiyabashi Bridge
Senshu Yume Fireworks ・Date: August 24th
・Number of Fireworks: Approximately 10,000
・Location: Along the coastline of Izumisano City

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Sweets & Confectionery

Takoyaki Senbei (Takoyaki-flavored Rice Crackers)
551 Horai’s Ice Candy
Mixed Juice
Dojima Roll
Rikuro Ojisan’s Store Freshly Baked Cheesecake
Iwa Okoshi (Traditional Rice Puff Snack)

Gourmet

Takoyaki (Octopus Balls)
Okonomiyaki (Japanese Savory Pancake)
Kushikatsu (Deep-fried Skewers)
Bunman (Pork Buns)
Horumon (Grilled Offal)

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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.”

A Brief Overview of Each Area
Tennoji Area - Around Tennoji Station - Tsutenkaku, Abeno Harukas, etc.
Kita Area - Around Osaka Station - Umeda Sky Building, etc.
Minami - Around Namba Station - Namba Grand Kagetsu, Dotonbori with the Glico Sign, etc.
Bay Area - Around Osaka Port Station - Tempozan, Kaiyukan, Universal Studios Japan, etc.

“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

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・JR | Osaka Station → JR Namba Station (1 transfer)
・About 23 minutes | 210 yen
Store luggage in a coin locker around Osaka Station

Morning to Noon: Namba Area

Osaka Station at Night
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theaters
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market
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market
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market
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shrine
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food

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■ Lunch

Search for a Restaurant
食べログで飲食店を探す ホットペッパーでお店を探す

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■ Train
・JR | JR Namba Station → Osaka Station (1 transfer)
・About 22 minutes | 210 yen

Afternoon: Osaka Station Area

Osaka Station at Night
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skyscraper
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scenic spot
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shopping mall
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park
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■ Hotel Check-in

Search for a hotel
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■ Dinner

Search for a Restaurant
食べログで飲食店を探す ホットペッパーでお店を探す

DAY 2

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■ Train
・Osaka Station → Sumiyoshi Taisha Station (1 transfer)
・About 31 minutes | 430 yen

Morning to Noon: Sumiyoshi Area

Sumiyoshi Taisha Main Approach
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shrine
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park
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■ Lunch

Search for a Restaurant
食べログで飲食店を探す ホットペッパーでお店を探す

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■ Train
・Sumiyoshi Taisha Station → Tennoji Station (1 transfer)
・About 13 minutes | 380 yen

Afternoon: Tennoji Area

Abeno Harukas Exterior
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skyscraper
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park
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skyscraper
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hot spring
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zoo
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hotel

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■ Hotel Check-in

Search for a hotel
楽天トラベルでホテルを探す じゃらんでホテルを探す

food

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■ Dinner

Search for a Restaurant
食べログで飲食店を探す ホットペッパーでお店を探す

DAY 3

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■ Train
・Tennoji Station → Osaka Port Station (1 transfer)
・About 19 minutes | 410 yen

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■ Walking
・Osaka Port Station → Tempozan Area
・About 4 minutes

Morning: Tempozan Area

Kaiyukan Aquarium Exterior
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amusement park
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park
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shopping mall
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exhibition centers
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zoo
Web Site
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food

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■ Lunch

Search for a Restaurant
食べログで飲食店を探す ホットペッパーでお店を探す

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■ Walking
・Tempozan Area → Tempozan Ferry Terminal (Chikko Side)
・About 9 minutes

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■ Ferry
・Tempozan Ferry Terminal (Chikko Side) → Tempozan Ferry Terminal (Sakurajima Side)
・About 3 minutes
Official Osaka City Website – Tempozan Schedule

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■ Walking
・Tempozan Ferry Terminal (Sakurajima Side) → Sakurajima Station
・About 10 minutes

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■ Train
・JR | Sakurajima Station → Universal City Station
・About 1 minute | 140 yen

Afternoon: Universal City Area

Osaka Station at Night
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shopping mall
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theme park
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■ Train
・Universal City Station → Osaka Station (1 transfer)
・About 13 minutes | 190 yen

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■ Disband at Osaka Station, head back home

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 costs420 yen (Day 1)
810 yen (Day 2)
740 yen (Day 3)
Food costs15,000 yen (for 3 days)
Accommodation costs14,000 yen (for 2 nights)
Total33,260 yen
● Amount per person
● This is just an estimate, actual costs may vary.
● This article primarily introduces activities that do not require additional fees or entrance fees. Please make separate preparations as needed.
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Safe travels to those heading to Osaka! Have a great trip!
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