One-Day Adventure: Taipei to Osaka Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Osaka

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Dotonbori

Start your day with a delicious Japanese breakfast of tamagoyaki (Japanese omelette) and onigiri (rice ball) at a local eatery in the vibrant Dotonbori district.
Take the subway from your accommodation to Dotonbori station.
JPY1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Exploring Dotonbori

Stroll along the famed Dotonbori canal, snapping photos with the iconic Glico Man sign and enjoying the bustling atmosphere filled with street vendors.
Walk along the canal and explore the area.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Visit Osaka Castle

Take a short subway ride to Osaka Castle, where you will learn about the history of this magnificent structure and enjoy the surrounding gardens.
Subway from Namba to Osakajokoen station.
JPY600, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Kuromon Ichiba Market

Enjoy an authentic Japanese lunch with delicacies like grilled seafood and fresh sushi from the lively stalls at Kuromon Ichiba Market.
Take the subway from Osakajokoen to Nippombashi station.
JPY1500, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Embrace Culture at Shitennoji Temple

Visit the Shitennoji Temple, one of Japan's oldest temples, where you can explore its serene grounds and admire the ancient architecture.
Take a 15-minute metro ride from Nippombashi to Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka station.
JPY300, 1 hour

4:00PM

Shopping in Shinsaibashi

Shop till you drop in the Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade, where both high-end and local brands can be found, perfect for souvenir shopping.
Take the subway from Shitennoji to Shinsaibashi station.
Free (varies by shopping), 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M

Indulge in an exquisite dinner at Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M, renowned for its premium Matsusaka beef, grilled right at your table.
Short subway ride from Shinsaibashi to Namba station.
JPY8000, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Catch Your Flight to Taipei

Make your way back to Kansai International Airport to catch Flight GK11 to Taipei.
Take the Nankai Airport line from Namba to Kansai International Airport.
JPY1500, 1 hour
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