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Compact Japan & Transit Stop: Bangkok → Osaka → Tokyo — Osaka to Tokyo Shinkansen, Universal, Kyoto/Nara, TeamLab & Mt Fuji (5–15 Oct 2025)

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Day 1: Transit evening

Bangkok, Thailand on October 5, 2025

11:50am

Airport arrival (home side)

Arrive at your departure airport by 11:50am for your Jetstar flight; ensure long-term parking L is secured and your documents are ready. Allow extra time for check-in and security for an international sector.
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2:50pm

Jetstar flight to Bangkok

Depart on Jetstar; keep one set of essentials in your carry-on for the short airport transit in Bangkok. Expect a late-evening arrival into Bangkok (check terminal on boarding pass).
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8:50pm

Arrive Bangkok (overnight transit)

Arrive in Bangkok around 20:50 — use the airport terminal for a quick dinner and a rest before your late-night JAL flight; many international terminals have 24-hour food options or airport lounges. Confirm which Bangkok terminal (BKK or DMK) and locate your transfer desk.
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11:30pm

Late check / rest at airport

Use reclining seats or an airport lounge for short rest; if you prefer privacy, some airports offer sleep pods—check availability. Stay close to your departure terminal and monitor boarding times.
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Day 2: Arrive Osaka

Osaka, Japan on October 6, 2025

12:25am

Depart Bangkok (JAL)

Board Japan Airlines for Kansai International Airport (KIX) — overnight flight to Osaka. Keep your passport and arrival card handy for immigration.
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7:50am

Arrive Kansai (KIX) Terminal 1

Arrive Kansai at 07:50 — allow 45–90 minutes for immigration and baggage. Buy an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) or arrange Nankai/Kansai Airport Express to Namba for fastest access to Shinsaibashi/Amemura.
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9:00am

Store luggage & breakfast — Kuromon or local café

Drop large bags at a coin locker or luggage service near Namba/Shinsaibashi and have breakfast at Kuromon Market (opens ~8:00) or a nearby café for fresh sushi or grilled skewers. Kuromon is lively in the morning and perfect for a first Osaka food experience (market typically 8:00–18:00).
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11:00am

First stroll — Dotonbori / Shinsaibashi

Walk the Dotonbori canal, see Glico sign and canal views, and browse Shinsaibashi-suji shopping arcade; most shops open from 10:00 and Dotonbori is lively all day. Don Quijote in Dotonbori is usually open 24 hours for last-minute purchases.
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12:30pm

Lunch — Kani Doraku or takoyaki stall

Try a classic Osaka meal: Kani Doraku for crab or street takoyaki from a stall along Dotonbori — a must-try local snack (restaurants generally open 11:00+).
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2:00pm

Leisure & baggage storage

Continue exploring Amemura and Shinsaibashi, pick up essentials and relax at a café; you can also head to your apartment to confirm late check-in procedures and leave larger items (check host instructions for bag drop).
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4:00pm

Check-in — Apartment Hotel 11 Shinsaibashi

Check-in window opens at 16:00; settle into your Amemura apartment in Nishishinsaibashi and freshen up after the flight. Note: building has no 24-hour reception — follow the host's self-check-in instructions.
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7:00pm

Dinner — Dotonbori street food crawl

Explore Dotonbori at night for neon views and street food like okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and late-night ramen; many stalls and restaurants stay open late (some 24 hours).
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Day 3: Osaka free

Osaka, Japan on October 7, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast — local café or bakery in Amemura

Start with a relaxed breakfast at a café in Amerikamura (Amemura) — pastries, Japanese-style toast or a set breakfast are common and cafés usually open 8:00–10:00. Great time to watch boutique shops open.
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10:00am

Shopping — Shinsaibashi & Amerikamura

Spend the morning browsing fashion boutiques and vintage stores in Amemura and Shinsaibashi shopping arcade; most stores open by 10:00 and the area is walkable.
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12:30pm

Lunch — Kushikatsu Daruma

Savour kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) at Kushikatsu Daruma in Shinsekai or another branch in Dotonbori — a quintessential Osaka dish and a filling midday meal (restaurants open ~11:00).
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2:00pm

Don Quijote (Dotonbori) & sightseeing

Visit Don Quijote in Dotonbori for souvenirs — this branch often operates 24 hours, so it’s convenient for late shopping; combine with photo stops along the canal.
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4:00pm

Optional — Osaka Aquarium or river cruise

If you prefer attractions, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan typically open 10:00–20:00 (hours vary) and a Dotonbori river cruise runs into the evening — book tickets in advance if needed.
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7:00pm

Dinner — Dotonbori izakaya or yakiniku

Finish the day with dinner at a local izakaya or yakiniku grill in Namba — lively evening atmosphere and late service is common (opens usually from 17:00).
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Day 4: Universal Studios

Osaka, Japan on October 8, 2025

7:00am

Quick breakfast / travel to USJ

Grab a quick breakfast near your apartment or a convenience store and make your way to Universal City Station; trains typically take 20–30 minutes from Namba. Plan to arrive early to line up before 9:10 entry.
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9:10am

Universal Studios Japan — entry (prebooked)

You noted a 9:10am entry time — enjoy rides, shows and themed areas (park opening times vary by date, commonly 9:00–20:00). Prioritise popular attractions early (Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter) and use Express Passes if purchased.
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1:00pm

Lunch — inside USJ

Have lunch inside the park at themed restaurants (e.g., Mel’s Drive-In, Three Broomsticks) — food options are plentiful but queues can be long during peak times (restaurants open with park hours).
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6:00pm

Return to Namba / relax

Head back to Namba around park closing to rest or explore Universal Citywalk for shops and restaurants; train services run late but check last train times to your area.
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8:00pm

Dinner — local Namba restaurant

Choose a relaxed dinner back in Namba: ramen, izakaya or more Dotonbori delights are on offer and many places stay open late. Perfect chance to sample favourites you missed earlier.
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Day 5: Kyoto & Nara

Osaka → Kyoto / Nara, Japan on October 9, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast — quick at the apartment

Have a portable breakfast or convenience-store onigiri/coffee to be ready for the Klook meet. A light meal will keep you comfortable during the full-day tour.
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7:50am

Meet — VIP Namba (Klook day tour)

Meet your Klook Kyoto & Nara tour at the VIP Namba meeting point at 07:50 as arranged; the full-day guided tour covers key sites and typically returns by early evening (you noted a 7:10pm return).
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12:30pm

Lunch — on tour (varies)

Most day tours include or recommend a lunch stop near key attractions in Kyoto or Nara — expect local cuisine options like soba, udon, or set meals (check your tour inclusions).
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7:10pm

Tour return to Namba

Tour concludes at the drop-off point in Namba at approximately 19:10; take time to relax and freshen up at your apartment after a long day exploring temples and parks.
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8:00pm

Dinner — Namba takoyaki / izakaya

Enjoy a relaxed dinner near Namba — popular choices include takoyaki stalls, an izakaya for shared plates or a late ramen fix. Many places open late, perfect after a tour day.
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Day 6: Osaka sights

Osaka, Japan on October 10, 2025

9:00am

Osaka Castle

Visit Osaka Castle and its park; the castle museum usually opens 9:00–17:00 (last entry earlier), so arrive in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the grounds and views from the top floors.
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12:30pm

Lunch — Kuromon Market or local teishoku

Return to Kuromon Market or try a set-meal (teishoku) at a nearby eatery for fresh seafood or tempura; markets and many vendors operate until late afternoon (around 17:00–18:00).
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3:00pm

Umeda Sky Building / shopping

Head to Umeda for the Floating Garden Observatory (opens ~10:00 and often open until late — check current hours) and basement food halls; great for panoramic city views at sunset.
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6:30pm

Dinner — Umeda or return to Dotonbori

Dine in Umeda at an izakaya or return to Dotonbori for a final Osaka food crawl — both areas have strong evening atmospheres and varied menus (many venues open late).
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Day 7: To Tokyo

Osaka → Tokyo, Japan on October 11, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & depart for Shin-Osaka

Have an early breakfast and make your way to Shin-Osaka station for the Shinkansen; allow time for luggage handling and station navigation (bullet-train reservations recommended).
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9:06am

Shinkansen — Shin-Osaka to Tokyo (reserved)

Board the 09:06 Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka (you indicated this train) and enjoy the 2.5–3-hour trip with Mt Fuji visible on the right-hand side on clear days (seat side varies—your note says Mt Fuji side).
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11:33am

Arrive Tokyo Station

Arrive at Tokyo Station at around 11:33; use station lockers if needed to drop some luggage before exploring central Tokyo or heading to Asakusa later. Tokyo Station has excellent dining options (Ramen Street) for lunch.
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12:30pm

Lunch — Tokyo Ramen Street or nearby

Enjoy lunch at Tokyo Ramen Street inside Tokyo Station or a nearby café — many stalls open from morning until late afternoon and are ideal for a quick meal before heading to Asakusa.
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2:00pm

Drop bags / explore Asakusa

Head to Asakusa and drop luggage if the hotel allows an early drop (Prism Inn check-in at 15:00). Explore Senso-ji temple and Nakamise shopping street — temple grounds are open all day; shops often 10:00–18:00.
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3:00pm

Check-in — Prism Inn Asakusa

Official check-in at Prism Inn Asakusa at 15:00 (Klook booked) — settle into your room and ask staff about luggage hold for any late arrivals or early departures.
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7:00pm

Dinner — Asakusa izakaya

Enjoy dinner at an izakaya in Asakusa or try tempura at a local specialty restaurant; many Asakusa eateries are open into the evening, ideal after sightseeing.
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Day 8: Tokyo free

Tokyo, Japan on October 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — Tsukiji Outer Market

Head to Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh sushi or tamago tamago-yaki and coffee; many stalls begin service early (05:00–14:00 for some vendors), so a morning visit is ideal before crowds.
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10:30am

Explore Ginza or Akihabara

Spend late morning browsing Ginza department stores or visiting Akihabara for electronics and anime culture, both within easy transit from Asakusa. Shops typically open around 10:00–11:00.
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1:00pm

Lunch — Afuri or Ichiran Ramen

Grab lunchtime ramen at Afuri (yuzu-flavoured options) or Ichiran for a solo ramen experience — most ramen shops open from 11:00 to late evening.
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6:00pm

Drifter car tour (Paul & Michael) — booked

Meet Paul for the Drifter car tour at 18:00 (booking confirmed by user). Expect an evening driving experience through curated Tokyo routes — check the exact meeting location and arrival time. The tour will likely run a few hours into the evening.
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9:30pm

Dinner — late izakaya or ramen post-tour

After the car tour, pick a late-night izakaya or ramen shop near your drop-off point; many Tokyo eateries stay open late, especially in entertainment districts.
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Day 9: TeamLab + Odaiba

Tokyo (Toyosu / Odaiba), Japan on October 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — near Asakusa or Tokyo Station

Have a light breakfast at or near your hotel to be ready for your TeamLab Planets entry; many cafés open by 7:00–8:00. Bring a small towel and wear easy-to-remove shoes for some exhibits.
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9:30am

TeamLab Planets (Toyosu) — entry (booked)

Attend your 09:30 TeamLab Planets session; the museum typically opens mid-morning and you should expect to spend 1.5–2.5 hours immersed in interactive digital art. You noted your booking and QR code — bring confirmation.
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12:00pm

Lunch — Odaiba (DiverCity / Decks)

Take the short trip to Odaiba for lunch at DiverCity or Aqua City with many restaurants and views of Rainbow Bridge; shopping complexes often open 10:00–21:00 depending on the venue.
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2:00pm

Explore Odaiba attractions

Visit Gundam at DiverCity, Palette Town or teamLab Borderless area if you want more digital art (hours vary), or relax by the waterfront. Note that 13 Oct is a national holiday (Sports Day), so expect larger crowds at public attractions.
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7:00pm

Dinner — Odaiba or return to Asakusa

Enjoy dinner in Odaiba with many international and Japanese options, or head back to Asakusa for traditional dining; check last train times if returning late.
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Day 10: Mt Fuji tour

Tokyo → Mt Fuji area, Japan on October 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast — early at Tokyo Station

Grab a hearty breakfast near Tokyo Station before meeting your Mt Fuji Klook tour group; many station cafés open early and you’ll need energy for a full-day excursion.
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8:00am

Meet — JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit (police box)

Meet your Mt Fuji Klook tour at 08:00 at the Marunouchi South Exit police box as instructed — tours typically depart promptly, and your booking includes front-row seating per your note. Tour hours generally run until the evening (approx 20:00).
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12:30pm

Lunch — on tour / lakeside restaurant

Lunch is often arranged at a scenic spot or lakeside restaurant in the Fuji Five Lakes area; check the tour itinerary for inclusions and local options. Expect limited but scenic dining choices.
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8:00pm

Return to Tokyo

Tour returns to Tokyo around 20:00; relax at your hotel and review photos from the day — Mt Fuji visibility depends on weather, but your day should include multiple viewpoints.
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8:30pm

Dinner — late Asakusa or Tokyo Station

Have dinner near your accommodation or at Tokyo Station if you prefer earlier or easier transfers; many restaurants near major stations stay open late into the evening.
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Day 11: Depart Japan

Tokyo → Haneda → Hong Kong → Perth on October 15, 2025

6:00am

Leave accommodation for Haneda

Check out early and depart to Haneda Airport (allow ample travel time; journey from Asakusa to Haneda can take 40–70 minutes depending on transport).
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7:10am

Arrive Haneda Terminal 3

Arrive at Haneda T3 by 07:10 to clear check-in and security for your Cathay Pacific flight. International check-in counters typically open 3 hours before departure; confirm terminal procedures.
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10:10am

Depart Haneda (Cathay Pacific)

Depart Haneda at 10:10 with Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong (T1). Keep transit documents ready for a smooth connection to Perth.
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1:50pm

Arrive Hong Kong T1 — transit

Arrive at Hong Kong T1 at 13:50 and complete transit procedures; your onward flight departs at 15:00, so follow transfer signs and allow time for immigration if required.
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3:00pm

Depart Hong Kong to Perth

Depart Hong Kong at 15:00 and fly to Perth, arriving at 22:40 local time (T1). Collect luggage and head to your long-term parking L if driving home.
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10:40pm

Arrive Perth (T1)

Arrive Perth at 22:40; customs and baggage claim times vary, so allow extra time to collect your car or meet your onward connections. Welcome home.
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