13 days in Osaka Itinerary

Proud of their hometown's distinct culture and dialect, many natives of Osaka describe their city as "Japan's anti-capital." An antidote to Tokyo's hectic energy, Osaka marches to the beat of its own drum, serving as the country's longtime commercial and industrial hub.

Take a break from the city and head to Nara Park and Mt. Maya. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and Osaka Castle are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Osaka: Kyoto (Nijo Castle, Shugakuin Imperial Villa, &more), Nara (Kasuga Grand Shrine & Todai-ji Temple) and Koya-cho (Mt. Koya & Koyasan Okunoin). Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Dotombori District, deepen your understanding at Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution, get in on the family fun at Universal Studios Japan, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Byodoin.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Osaka attractions planner.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. In April, daily temperatures in Osaka can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can travel back home.