Family-Friendly 1-Day Itinerary: Tokyo to Shirakawago and Osaka Fun

Day 1: Cultural Adventure

Tokyo, Japan

7:30AM

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day with a delicious breakfast of fresh sushi and grilled seafood at the Tsukiji Outer Market, a favorite spot for family breakfast.
Walk or take the Tokyo Metro to Tsukiji Station.
JPY 1500, 1 hour

8:30AM

Travel to Shirakawago

Board the Shinkansen to Kanazawa, with a scenic 2.5-hour ride providing beautiful views of the Japanese countryside.
Take the JR Tōhoku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kanazawa Station.
JPY 14000, 2.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Shirakawago

Upon arriving, take a bus to Shirakawago and explore the famous gassho-zukuri farmhouses, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which are sure to delight the kids.
Take the Nohi Bus from Kanazawa Station to Shirakawago.
JPY 2000, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Shirakawago

Enjoy a traditional meal at a local restaurant, trying the Hida beef or soba noodles to refuel for more adventures.
Choose from various eateries within Shirakawago.
JPY 2000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Return to Kanazawa

Take the bus back to Kanazawa and enjoy any last-minute sightseeing or shopping at Kanazawa's Kenrokuen Garden if time allows.
Nohi Bus back to Kanazawa.
JPY 2000, 1 hour

3:30PM

Travel to Osaka

Board the Shinkansen to Osaka, where you can relax as you anticipate the exciting evening ahead.
Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Kanazawa Station to Osaka Station.
JPY 6000, 2.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Dotonbori

All families love the vibrant atmosphere of Dotonbori; enjoy delicious street food, especially takoyaki and okonomiyaki while viewing the iconic Glico Man sign.
Take the subway from Osaka Station to Namba Station.
JPY 3000, 2 hours

8:00PM

Stroll along Dotonbori River

Finish your day with a lovely stroll along the river, soaking in the lights and sounds of this bustling area as a perfect end to your family adventure.
Explore the streets around Dotonbori.
Free, 1 hour
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