Morning: Arrive at Kansai International Airport and take the train to central Osaka. Check into your hotel near Dotonbori and refresh.
Afternoon: Stroll through the vibrant Dotonbori district, sampling takoyaki and okonomiyaki from street stalls. Continue to Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade for a quick shopping spree.
Evening: Enjoy a river cruise along the Dotonbori Canal and watch the neon lights of the Glico Sign illuminate the night. Finish with a traditional izakaya dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the iconic Osaka Castle, exploring its museum and panoramic views from the top. Wander the surrounding Osaka Castle Park.
Afternoon: Head to Umeda Sky Building and ride the floating garden observatory for a 360° cityscape view. Follow with a quick lunch in the Umeda district.
Evening: Explore Shinsekai for its retro atmosphere, try local kushikatsu, and enjoy the retro tower of Tsutenkaku illuminated at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Sumiyoshi Taisha for a quiet spiritual start to the day, admiring its unique architecture.
Afternoon: Board the Shinkansen to Nagoya (approx. 50 minutes) and check into a centrally located hotel near Nagoya Station.
Evening: Stroll through Sakae district, enjoy the night view from Sky Tower and dinner at a local restaurant serving miso katsu.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the historic Nagoya Castle, exploring its gold shachihoko and museum exhibits.
Afternoon: Explore the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology with interactive displays on automotive engineering.
Evening: Walk through the bustling Osu Shopping District, browsing vintage shops and tasting local snacks.
Find HotelsMorning: Register and attend the opening keynote at the Conference Center, Nagoya.
Afternoon: Attend industry panels on advanced manufacturing and network with professionals.
Evening: Dinner networking event featuring local cuisine and a cultural performance.
Find HotelsMorning: Participate in workshops on robotics and AI in manufacturing.
Afternoon: Visit the exhibition hall showcasing innovative machinery and sustainable solutions.
Evening: Enjoy an informal networking reception at Nagoya Port with views of the ocean.
Find HotelsMorning: Attend breakout sessions on supply chain optimization.
Afternoon: Tour a local factory to see real‑world implementation of conference topics.
Evening: Final dinner celebration at a rooftop restaurant overlooking Nagoya Castle lit at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a leisurely walk through the tranquil Atsuta Shrine, one of Japan’s oldest shrines.
Afternoon: Enjoy a farewell lunch in Nagoya Station before heading to the airport.
Evening: Depart from Chubu Centrair International Airport with memories of both Osaka and Nagoya.
Find HotelsIf you have extra time, add a day trip to Inuyama to see the well‑preserved Inuyama Castle and its scenic river view. To shorten the trip, reduce one day in Osaka and spend more time exploring Nagoya's industrial sites, which can be covered in a tighter schedule.