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Discovering Osaka in 3 Days

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Day 1: Historical Osaka

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Komeda Coffee

Start your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast at Komeda Coffee, known for its delicious toast and coffee.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to Osaka Castle
¥1000, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Osaka Castle

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Japan at the iconic Osaka Castle, known for its beautiful architecture and expansive grounds.
Walk to Dotonbori
¥600, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Kani Doraku Dotonbori Honten

Indulge in a delicious lunch of fresh seafood at Kani Doraku Dotonbori Honten, famous for its crab dishes.
Walk to Shinsaibashi Shopping Street
¥1500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shop at Shinsaibashi Shopping Street

Enjoy some retail therapy at Shinsaibashi Shopping Street, a bustling hub of shops, boutiques, and restaurants.
End of Day 1
Varies, 2 hours
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Day 2: Culinary Delights & City Views

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kuromon Market

Start your day with a food adventure at Kuromon Market, where you can sample fresh seafood, street food, and local delicacies.
Walk to Umeda Sky Building
¥800, 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Umeda Sky Building

Head to the Umeda Sky Building for panoramic views of Osaka from the Floating Garden Observatory, offering a unique perspective of the city.
Take a train to Abeno Harukas
¥1500, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Harukas 300

Enjoy a delightful lunch with a view at Harukas 300, a restaurant located on the top floors of Abeno Harukas.
End of Day 2
¥2000, 1 hour
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration

Osaka, Japan

9:00AM

Visit Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, one of Japan's oldest shrines known for its unique architectural style.
Take a train to Den Den Town
¥500, 2 hours

12:00PM

Explore Den Den Town

Discover the vibrant and quirky Den Den Town, Osaka's electronics and anime district, perfect for tech and anime enthusiasts.
Take a train to Tempozan Ferris Wheel
¥300, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Ride Tempozan Ferris Wheel

Experience breathtaking views of Osaka Bay from the Tempozan Ferris Wheel, offering a bird's eye view of the city and the surrounding area.
End of Day 3
¥800, 1 hour
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