8-Day Kansai Tour with Hiroshima Day Trip: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji & Hiroshima

Day 1: Arrival & Osaka Evening

Osaka, Japan

2:00PM

Arrive Kansai International Airport

Land at Kansai International Airport, then take the Nankai or JR train to Osaka city center, approximately 45-60 minutes journey.

¥920 - ¥1060, 45-60 minutes

4:00PM

Check-in & Refresh

Check into your hotel and relax after your flight.

Varies, 1 hour

5:30PM

Visit Osaka Castle Park

Enjoy an evening stroll around Osaka Castle Park featuring illuminated views; the park closes at sunset.

Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Dotonbori

Savor authentic Osaka street foods like takoyaki and okonomiyaki amid vibrant Dotonbori district atmosphere.

¥2000, 2 hours

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Day 2: Universal Studios Japan

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast Near Hotel

Start bright with a hearty breakfast close to your accommodation.

¥1000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Universal Studios Japan

Take the JR train to Universal-City Station and enjoy a full day at Universal Studios, open from 8:30AM to 9:00PM.

¥8200 + ¥180, 11 hours

8:30PM

Return to Hotel

Return by train to your hotel to rest after a fun-packed day.

¥180, 15 minutes

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Day 3: Osaka Culture & Shopping

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast

Start your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast.

¥1000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Osaka Castle Museum

Explore the museum housed within Osaka Castle to learn about regional history, open 9AM–5PM.

¥600, 2 hours

11:30AM

Lunch at Osaka Station City

Wide food options at Osaka Station City for a casual lunch.

¥1500, 1 hour

1:00PM

Umeda Sky Building

Visit the Floating Garden Observatory for panoramic city views; open 10AM–10PM.

¥1500, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

National Museum of Art, Osaka

Discover contemporary and modern art; open 10AM–5PM, closed Mondays.

¥430, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Explore Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi

Shop and enjoy the vibrant streets in these popular districts.

Free, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Kushikatsu Daruma

Savor Osaka's famous deep-fried skewers (kushikatsu) in Shinsekai.

¥2000, 1.5 hours

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Day 4: Kyoto Eastern Highlights

Kyoto, Japan

7:30AM

Train Osaka to Kyoto

Take the JR Special Rapid Service from Osaka to Kyoto Station, about 30 minutes.

¥560, 30 minutes

8:00AM

Breakfast near Kyoto Station

Enjoy breakfast at a café near the station to start your cultural day.

¥1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

Tour the famous thousand vermilion torii gates; the shrine is open 24 hours.

Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch in Kyoto

Dine on authentic Kyoto cuisine at a local restaurant.

¥1500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Higashiyama

Visit the historic temple and walk the traditional Higashiyama streets; open 6AM–6PM.

¥400, 3 hours

5:00PM

Return to Osaka

Train back to Osaka, a 30-minute trip.

¥560, 30 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner at Osaka Izakaya

Enjoy local dishes and sake at a casual izakaya in Osaka.

¥2500, 2 hours

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Day 5: Kyoto Western Temples & Gardens

Kyoto, Japan

7:30AM

Train Osaka to Kyoto

Travel again by train from Osaka to Kyoto Station, about 30 minutes.

¥560, 30 minutes

8:30AM

Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast near the train station before sightseeing.

¥1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji Temple

Explore the bamboo forest and nearby temple open from 8:30AM to 5:30PM.

¥500, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch in Arashiyama

Enjoy riverside dining with tofu or noodle specialties.

¥1500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Visit the stunning golden temple and its gardens; open 9AM–5PM.

¥400, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Return to Osaka

Train ride back to Osaka city center.

¥560, 30 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner in Osaka

Try kushikatsu or other local specialties to finish your Kyoto visit days.

¥2500, 2 hours

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Day 6: Nara Tranquil Day

Nara, Japan

8:00AM

Train Osaka to Nara

Take JR Yamatoji Rapid Service to Nara Station, about 45 minutes travel.

¥800, 45 minutes

9:00AM

Todai-ji Temple

Visit Japan’s largest wooden structure and giant Buddha, open 7:30AM–5:30PM.

¥600, 2 hours

11:30AM

Nara Park

Interact with the friendly deer roaming freely in this scenic park.

¥200 optional for deer food, 1 hour

12:45PM

Lunch in Nara-machi

Local traditional dishes served in historic old town area.

¥1500, 1 hour

2:00PM

Kasuga Taisha Shrine

Explore the Shinto shrine famous for lantern-lined paths; open 6:30AM–5PM.

¥500, 1.5 hours

3:45PM

Nara National Museum

View Buddhist art and artifacts; open 9:30AM–5PM, closed Mondays.

¥520, 1 hour

5:00PM

Return to Osaka

Train back to Osaka, approximately 45 minutes.

¥800, 45 minutes

6:00PM

Dinner in Osaka

Relax and enjoy your evening meal near the hotel.

¥2500, 2 hours

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Day 7: Hiroshima Day Trip

Hiroshima, Japan

6:30AM

Shinkansen Osaka to Hiroshima

Travel by Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka to Hiroshima Station (about 1 hour 30 minutes).

¥10,500 (one-way), 1h30m

8:00AM

Breakfast near Hiroshima Station

Quick breakfast at a local café near the station.

¥1000, 30 minutes

8:30AM

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum

Reflect at the Peace Memorial Park and visit the museum, open 8:30AM–6PM.

¥200, 2.5 hours

11:15AM

Atomic Bomb Dome

See the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site located within the park area.

Free, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Lunch - Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki

Taste the famous layered okonomiyaki at a local restaurant such as Okonomimura.

¥1500, 1 hour

1:15PM

Miyajima Island Trip

Travel to Miyajima by train and ferry (approx. 1 hour total). Explore Itsukushima Shrine; shrine open 6:30AM–6PM.

Train/ferry ¥600, Shrine ¥300, 3 hours

4:30PM

Return to Hiroshima Station

Ferry and train back to Hiroshima Station.

¥600, 1 hour

5:30PM

Shinkansen Hiroshima to Osaka

Return to Osaka by Shinkansen, about 1.5 hours journey.

¥10,500, 1h30m

7:00PM

Dinner in Osaka

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at your hotel area after the long day.

¥2500, 2 hours

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Day 8: Departure & Last-minute Shopping

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast

Leisurely breakfast at hotel or nearby café.

¥1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Shinsaibashi & Namba Shopping

Spend your final morning shopping in Osaka’s top shopping districts for souvenirs and gifts.

Varies, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Enjoy one last meal of Osaka specialties before departure.

¥1500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Travel to Kansai International Airport

Take the Nankai or JR train to Kansai Airport, allowing 45-60 minutes.

¥920 - ¥1060, 45-60 minutes

3:00PM

Depart Japan

Complete airport procedures and board your flight home.

Varies, Flexible

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