7-Day Muslim-Friendly Osaka and Kyoto Itinerary: August 2025 Travel Guide with Detailed Directions

Day 1: Arrival in Osaka

Osaka, Japan on August 12, 2025

10:00AM

Arrival at Kansai International Airport

Arrive at Kansai International Airport (KIX), the main gateway to Osaka.
Free, 30 minutes

11:00AM

Airport Transfer to Accommodation

Take the Nankai Airport Express or JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service train to Namba Station. Recommended train card: ICOCA card for convenient travel in Kansai region.
JPY920, 45 minutes

12:00PM

Check-in at Hotel/Airbnb in Namba

Settle into your accommodation located near central Osaka.
Free, 1 hour

1:30PM

Lunch at Ramen Honolu Osaka Namba

Enjoy halal-friendly ramen in the bustling Namba area.
JPY1500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Dotonbori

Walk around the famous neon-lit Dotonbori district, famous for street food and shopping.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Halal Restaurant in Dotonbori

Experience delicious halal Japanese or international cuisine at a local restaurant.
JPY2500, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Osaka Markets & Culture

Osaka, Japan on August 13, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel or Airbnb.
JPY1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Kuromon Ichiba Market Visit

Explore this fresh seafood and street food market with halal-friendly options available.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Halal Ramen Honolu Osaka

Savor more tasty halal ramen at this well-loved spot.
JPY1500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Namba Yasaka Shrine

Visit the iconic lion-head-shaped shrine for unique cultural insights and photos.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Amerikamura (Amemura) Shopping

Shop in Osaka's trendy youth culture district, full of fashion boutiques and cafes.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Maccha House Osaka

Enjoy viral matcha desserts with halal-friendly choices to finish your day sweetly.
JPY2000, 1 hour
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Day 3: Osaka Shopping and Leisure

Osaka, Japan on August 14, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Have a relaxing breakfast to prepare for the day.
JPY1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade

Stroll through Osaka’s longest shopping arcade, perfect for fashion, souvenirs, and cosmetics.
Free, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at a Halal Restaurant in Shinsaibashi

Relax and enjoy a halal meal at one of Shinsaibashi’s many halal-friendly eateries.
JPY2000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Osaka Castle Park

Visit the iconic Osaka Castle grounds, wander around the park, and enjoy historical landmarks outside the castle buildings.
Free to walk park, castle entry ~JPY600 (optional), 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Local Halal Restaurant

Try local halal fusion dishes for dinner to vary your palate.
JPY2500, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Day Trip to Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan on August 15, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Fuel up early with breakfast before your Kyoto day trip.
JPY1000, 1 hour

8:30AM

Travel to Kyoto by JR Special Rapid Service

Take the JR Special Rapid Service from Osaka Station to Kyoto Station (approx 30 mins). Using ICOCA card for easy transit.
JPY560, 30 minutes

9:30AM

Nishiki Market Exploration

Explore Kyoto’s kitchen with many halal-friendly food stalls and souvenir stores.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch near Nishiki Market

Enjoy halal-friendly lunch options available in the area.
JPY1800, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Gion District (No temple visits)

Walk through historic streets to glimpse traditional architecture and possibly see geisha or maiko.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Return to Osaka

Take the JR Special Rapid back to Osaka Station.
JPY560, 30 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner in Osaka

Choose a local halal-friendly restaurant to relax your last evening in Osaka.
JPY2500, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Osaka Leisure & Shopping

Osaka, Japan on August 16, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Start the day with a solid breakfast.
JPY1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden

Enjoy panoramic city views from this futuristic rooftop observatory.
JPY1500, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Halal Restaurant Nearby

Try out local halal options in the Umeda district.
JPY2000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Shopping in Umeda

Explore major shopping malls like Grand Front Osaka and Daimaru for souvenirs and fashion.
Free, 3 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Local Halal Venue

Enjoy your dinner at a well-reviewed halal restaurant in Osaka city center.
JPY2500, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Relax & Final Shopping

Osaka, Japan on August 17, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Take your time with breakfast to prepare for a leisure day.
JPY1000, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Tennoji Park & Abeno Harukas

Spend your morning strolling Tennoji Park and visit Abeno Harukas, Japan’s tallest skyscraper with an observation deck.
JPY1500 for observation deck, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Nearby Halal-Friendly Restaurant

Sample Osaka specialities halal style close to Tennoji.
JPY2000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Last-Minute Shopping at Namba or Shinsaibashi

Enjoy your last chance to shop for souvenirs and local specialties.
Free, 3 hours

7:00PM

Farewell Dinner

Have a memorable final dinner at a renowned halal restaurant in Osaka.
JPY3000, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Departure from Osaka

Osaka, Japan on August 18, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Accommodation

Enjoy a final breakfast before check-out.
JPY1000, 1 hour

8:30AM

Check-Out and Airport Transfer

Take the Nankai Airport Express or JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service train from Namba Station back to Kansai International Airport using your ICOCA card.
JPY920, 45 minutes

10:00AM

Arrival at Airport

Prepare for departure and complete airport procedures.
Free, Until departure
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