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Family Fun in Osaka

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Day 1: Historic Osaka

Osaka, Japan

9:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast at a local cafe.
Head to Osaka Castle using the subway.
£15, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Osaka Castle

Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Osaka Castle and its beautiful gardens.
After exploring the castle, walk around the park surrounding the castle.
£10, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at a Ramen Restaurant

Try delicious Osaka ramen at a nearby restaurant.
Take the subway to Dotonbori for lunch.
£12, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Osaka Museum of History

Learn about Osaka's rich history and culture at the museum.
Take a short walk from Dotonbori to the museum.
£8, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Kuromon Ichiba Market

Experience the bustling Kuromon Ichiba Market and sample fresh seafood for dinner.
Take the subway to the market area.
£20, 2 hours
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Day 2: Marine Adventure

Osaka, Japan

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Have breakfast at your hotel before heading to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
Take the subway to the aquarium.
Hotel Cost, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Discover the wonders of the marine world at one of the largest aquariums in Japan.
Spend the morning exploring the various exhibits.
£25, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Tempozan Marketplace

Enjoy a variety of dining options at the Tempozan Marketplace.
Walk to the marketplace for lunch.
£15, 1 hour

3:30PM

Ride the Tempozan Ferris Wheel

Get a bird's eye view of Osaka from the Tempozan Ferris Wheel.
Take a short walk to the Ferris Wheel.
£10, 1 hour

5:00PM

Dinner at Tempozan Harbor Village

Enjoy a picturesque dinner by the water at Tempozan Harbor Village.
Head to one of the waterfront restaurants for dinner.
£30, 2 hours
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Day 3: Theme Park Thrills

Osaka, Japan

8:30AM

Breakfast at Universal CityWalk

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at one of the cafes in Universal CityWalk.
Take the subway to Universal Studios Japan.
£20, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Universal Studios Japan

Spend the day enjoying thrilling rides and entertainment at one of the most famous theme parks in Japan.
Spend the day exploring the various themed areas of the park.
£60, 5 hours

3:00PM

Lunch at Mel's Drive-In

Grab a classic American-style lunch at Mel's Drive-In inside the park.
Enjoy a delicious meal in the nostalgic setting of a 50s diner.
£15, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at CityWalk

Choose from a variety of dining options at Universal CityWalk for dinner.
Explore the dining options in CityWalk after a fun day at the park.
£25, 2 hours
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Day 4: City Exploration

Osaka, Japan

9:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a quaint cafe in Dotonbori.
Walk around Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi for shopping and sightseeing.
£10, 1 hour

11:00AM

Shopping in Shinsaibashi

Explore the various shops and boutiques in the vibrant Shinsaibashi shopping district.
Stroll along the bustling streets and browse for souvenirs.
£50, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at a Local Izakaya

Indulge in a traditional Japanese lunch at a local izakaya in Dotonbori.
Head to one of the charming izakayas for a satisfying meal.
£20, 1 hour

3:30PM

River Cruise on Dotonbori River

Take a relaxing cruise along the iconic Dotonbori River and admire the cityscape.
Embark on the river cruise from Dotonbori.
£15, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at a Teppanyaki Restaurant

Experience the excitement of teppanyaki dining at a local restaurant.
Head to a teppanyaki restaurant in Dotonbori for dinner.
£40, 2 hours
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Day 5: Kids' Day Out

Osaka, Japan

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before heading to KidZania Osaka.
Take the subway to the KidZania Osaka.
Hotel Cost, 1 hour

10:30AM

Play and Learn at KidZania Osaka

Let the kids have a blast pretending to be adults and trying out various professions at KidZania Osaka.
Spend the morning exploring the interactive educational activities.
£30, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at KidZania Food Court

Enjoy a kid-friendly lunch at the food court inside KidZania.
Have a meal break at the food court before more activities.
£15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Additional Activities at KidZania

Let the kids choose from a variety of activities to further explore and enjoy their time at KidZania.
Spend the afternoon engaging in more fun and educational activities.
£20, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at KidZania

Wrap up the day with an early dinner at one of the dining options within KidZania.
Choose a restaurant within KidZania for a convenient dinner before heading back to the hotel.
£20, 1 hour
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