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The Golden Route — Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka in 10 days

The route nearly every first trip to Japan follows — Tokyo's neon and museums, Kyoto's temples and tea houses, Osaka's street food — planned as one continuous trip: ten dated days, the Shinkansen legs between cities, and every place verified by a human before you fly.

10-day plan · 3 cities · generated from the verified catalog · regenerated with every release

Tokyo · 4 days

Tokyo 東京

City

Japan's vast capital — a city of distinct neighbourhoods rather than one centre: old-temple Asakusa, neon Shibuya, mega-hub Shinjuku, museum-and-park Ueno, and the shrine-and-fashion belt of Harajuku. Superb trains tie it all together.

CityShoppingFoodCulture
Day 12027-04-05 · MonPacked Tokyo

Asakusa — sights morning, food afternoon

Old downtown Tokyo: the Senso-ji temple and its Nakamise souvenir street, rickshaws, traditional sweets, and Tokyo Skytree rising across the river. The city's most atmospheric, lower-cost quarter — best early before the crowds.

Stops4
At stops3h 35m
Moving40m
Window09:00–15:05

Asakusa 浅草

Area

Old downtown Tokyo: the Senso-ji temple and its Nakamise souvenir street, rickshaws, traditional sweets, and Tokyo Skytree rising across the river. The city's most atmospheric, lower-cost quarter — best early before the crowds.

AttractionTempleHistoricFood
  1. 09:0010:001
    Temple

    Senso-ji 浅草寺

    Attraction¥~60 min9/10Step-free

    Tokyo's oldest temple, approached through the Kaminarimon gate and Nakamise shopping street. The grounds are always open and free (main hall ~06:00-17:00); beautifully lit at night and best explored early.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    浅草寺1h

    Tokyo's oldest temple, approached through the Kaminarimon gate and Nakamise shopping street. The grounds are always open and free (main hall ~06:00-17:00); beautifully lit at night and best explored early.

    templeasakusakannoniconic
  2. 10:00 ~5 min walk · route
  3. 10:05
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 11:00
    Shopping仲見世通り

    Nakamise Shopping Street 仲見世通り

    Shopping¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    The 250 m approach to Senso-ji, lined with stalls of folding fans, kimono trinkets, ningyo-yaki cakes and fresh senbei. Per-shop hours vary; busiest midday.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–18:00
    Tue
    09:30–18:00
    Wed
    09:30–18:00
    Thu
    09:30–18:00
    Fri
    09:30–18:00
    Sat
    09:30–18:00
    Sun
    09:30–18:00

    1-36-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    The 250 m approach to Senso-ji, lined with stalls of folding fans, kimono trinkets, ningyo-yaki cakes and fresh senbei. Per-shop hours vary; busiest midday.

    shopping streetsouvenirssnacks
  4. 11:0011:502
    Food

    Daikokuya Tempura 天ぷら 大黒家

    Food¥¥~50 min8/10

    Century-old Asakusa institution for tendon — tempura over rice in a dark sesame-oil sauce. Expect a queue; cash is safest.

    Cuisine
    Tempura
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:30
    Tue
    11:00–20:30
    Wed
    11:00–20:30
    Thu
    11:00–20:30
    Fri
    11:00–20:30
    Sat
    11:00–20:30
    Sun
    11:00–20:30

    1-38-10 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    天ぷら 大黒家eat50m

    Century-old Asakusa institution for tendon — tempura over rice in a dark sesame-oil sauce. Expect a queue; cash is safest.

    tempuratendonedo styletraditional
  5. 11:50 ~20 min walk · route
  6. 12:3514:053
    Viewpoint

    Tokyo Skytree 東京スカイツリー

    Attraction¥¥¥~90 min8/10Step-free

    At 634 m, the world's tallest tower — two observation decks with vast city views, plus the Solamachi mall and aquarium at its base. Across the river from Asakusa (~15-min walk or one stop); buy timed tickets to skip the line.

    Type
    Observatory
    Setting
    Indoor
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo

    東京スカイツリー1h 30m

    At 634 m, the world's tallest tower — two observation decks with vast city views, plus the Solamachi mall and aquarium at its base. Across the river from Asakusa (~15-min walk or one stop); buy timed tickets to skip the line.

    observatorytallest towerviewsshopping
  7. 14:05 Transit ~15–25 min · route
  8. 14:20
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 14:50
    Shopping仲見世通り

    Nakamise Shopping Street 仲見世通り

    Shopping¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    The 250 m approach to Senso-ji, lined with stalls of folding fans, kimono trinkets, ningyo-yaki cakes and fresh senbei. Per-shop hours vary; busiest midday.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–18:00
    Tue
    09:30–18:00
    Wed
    09:30–18:00
    Thu
    09:30–18:00
    Fri
    09:30–18:00
    Sat
    09:30–18:00
    Sun
    09:30–18:00

    1-36-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    The 250 m approach to Senso-ji, lined with stalls of folding fans, kimono trinkets, ningyo-yaki cakes and fresh senbei. Per-shop hours vary; busiest midday.

    shopping streetsouvenirssnacks
  9. 14:5015:054
    Food

    Kagetsudo (melon pan) 浅草花月堂

    Food¥~15 min7/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-free

    Famous for its giant, crisp-then-fluffy jumbo melon pan, baked fresh through the day — a cheap, fun Asakusa walking snack.

    Cuisine
    Bakery
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–16:00
    Tue
    09:00–16:00
    Wed
    09:00–16:00
    Thu
    09:00–16:00
    Fri
    09:00–16:00
    Sat
    09:00–16:00
    Sun
    09:00–16:00

    2-7-13 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    浅草花月堂eat15m

    Famous for its giant, crisp-then-fluffy jumbo melon pan, baked fresh through the day — a cheap, fun Asakusa walking snack.

    melon panbakerysnacktakeaway
Day 22027-04-06 · TuePacked Tokyo

Yanaka — a sights day

Old 'shitamachi' Tokyo that survived the war and the bubble: temple-lined lanes, a cherry-blossom cemetery, the wisteria-famous Nezu Shrine, and the nostalgic Yanaka Ginza shopping street with its cats, croquettes and traditional sweets. The city at walking pace.

Stops5
At stops3h 50m
Moving30m
Window09:00–15:50

Yanaka 谷中

Area

Old 'shitamachi' Tokyo that survived the war and the bubble: temple-lined lanes, a cherry-blossom cemetery, the wisteria-famous Nezu Shrine, and the nostalgic Yanaka Ginza shopping street with its cats, croquettes and traditional sweets. The city at walking pace.

HistoricOld townTempleFood
  1. 09:0009:451
    Shrine

    Nezu Shrine 根津神社

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10Step-free

    One of Tokyo's oldest shrines, with vermilion halls, a tunnel of small torii gates climbing the hillside, and a famous azalea garden that blazes in late April. Grounds are free; the azalea garden charges a small fee during the festival. Hours shorten in winter.

    Type
    Shrine
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    06:00–18:00
    Tue
    06:00–18:00
    Wed
    06:00–18:00
    Thu
    06:00–18:00
    Fri
    06:00–18:00
    Sat
    06:00–18:00
    Sun
    06:00–18:00

    1-28-9 Nezu, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

    根津神社45m

    One of Tokyo's oldest shrines, with vermilion halls, a tunnel of small torii gates climbing the hillside, and a famous azalea garden that blazes in late April. Grounds are free; the azalea garden charges a small fee during the festival. Hours shorten in winter.

    shrinetorii tunnelazaleahistoric
  2. 09:45 ~10 min walk · route
  3. 09:55Open window — wander nearbyuntil 10:30 · 35m
  4. 10:3011:302
    Food

    Kayaba Coffee カヤバ珈琲

    Food¥¥~60 min7/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-freeCards OK

    A 1930s wooden corner café revived as a 'kissaten', famous for its fluffy tamago (egg) sandwich and morning sets in a tatami-and-timber room. A perfect Yanaka rest stop; can fill up, so come off-peak.

    Cuisine
    Cafe
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    08:00–18:00
    Wed
    08:00–18:00
    Thu
    08:00–18:00
    Fri
    08:00–18:00
    Sat
    08:00–18:00
    Sun
    08:00–18:00

    6-1-29 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    カヤバ珈琲eat1h

    A 1930s wooden corner café revived as a 'kissaten', famous for its fluffy tamago (egg) sandwich and morning sets in a tatami-and-timber room. A perfect Yanaka rest stop; can fill up, so come off-peak.

    cafekissatenold houseegg sandwich
  5. 11:30 ~10 min walk · route
  6. 11:40Open window — wander nearbyuntil 12:15 · 35m
  7. 12:1513:003
    Shopping

    Yanaka Ginza 谷中銀座

    Shopping¥~45 min7/10Step-free

    A nostalgic shitamachi shopping street reached by the 'Yuyake Dandan' sunset steps, lined with old-fashioned grocers, croquette and senbei stalls, and cat-themed shops. Eat as you wander; per-shop hours vary and some close midweek.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–19:00
    Tue
    10:00–19:00
    Wed
    10:00–19:00
    Thu
    10:00–19:00
    Fri
    10:00–19:00
    Sat
    10:00–19:00
    Sun
    10:00–19:00

    3-13 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo

    谷中銀座45m

    A nostalgic shitamachi shopping street reached by the 'Yuyake Dandan' sunset steps, lined with old-fashioned grocers, croquette and senbei stalls, and cat-themed shops. Eat as you wander; per-shop hours vary and some close midweek.

    shopping streetold townstreet foodcats
  8. 13:00 ~5 min walk · route
  9. 13:05Open window — wander nearbyuntil 13:45 · 40m
  10. 13:4514:254
    Historic site

    Yanaka Cemetery 谷中霊園

    Attraction¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    A leafy historic cemetery whose central avenue — 'Sakura-dori' — becomes a cherry-blossom tunnel in spring, and where the last shogun and many Meiji notables rest. A peaceful, atmospheric walk; the paths are public and always open.

    Type
    Historical
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    7-5-24 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    谷中霊園40m

    A leafy historic cemetery whose central avenue — 'Sakura-dori' — becomes a cherry-blossom tunnel in spring, and where the last shogun and many Meiji notables rest. A peaceful, atmospheric walk; the paths are public and always open.

    historiccherry blossomstrollquiet
  11. 14:25 ~5 min walk · route
  12. 14:30Open window — wander nearbyuntil 15:10 · 40m
  13. 15:1015:505
    Food

    Himitsudo (shaved ice) ひみつ堂

    Food¥~40 min7/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-freeCash only

    The kakigori shop that helped spark Tokyo's craft shaved-ice boom — seasonal fruit syrups over fluffy ice. Hours shift with the seasons and it closes when sold out; check their X (@himitsudo_) before making the trip.

    Cuisine
    Dessert
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed
    10:00–17:00
    Thu
    10:00–17:00
    Fri
    10:00–17:00
    Sat
    09:00–17:00
    Sun
    09:00–17:00

    3-11-18 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo

    ひみつ堂eat40m

    The kakigori shop that helped spark Tokyo's craft shaved-ice boom — seasonal fruit syrups over fluffy ice. Hours shift with the seasons and it closes when sold out; check their X (@himitsudo_) before making the trip.

    kakigorishaved icedessertqueueclosed this day — verify before going
Day 32027-04-07 · WedPacked Tokyo

Nakameguro & Daikanyama — sights morning, shopping afternoon

Tokyo's most stylish low-rise quarter: the willow-and-cherry-lined Meguro River with its canal-side cafés (peak magic in late-March blossom season), the book-lover's Daikanyama T-Site, and a slow drift of design shops, roasteries and bistros. A grown-up, unhurried day.

Stops5
At stops4h 30m
Moving25m
Window09:00–16:30

Nakameguro & Daikanyama 中目黒・代官山

Area

Tokyo's most stylish low-rise quarter: the willow-and-cherry-lined Meguro River with its canal-side cafés (peak magic in late-March blossom season), the book-lover's Daikanyama T-Site, and a slow drift of design shops, roasteries and bistros. A grown-up, unhurried day.

CafeTrendyCherry blossomShopping
  1. 09:0009:301
    Park

    Saigoyama Park 西郷山公園

    Attraction¥~30 min6/10Step-free

    A small hillside park above the river with a grassy slope, a little waterfall and a west-facing terrace that catches the sunset over the city — a quiet pause a few minutes from the Nakameguro bustle.

    Type
    Park
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    2-10-28 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

    西郷山公園30m

    A small hillside park above the river with a grassy slope, a little waterfall and a west-facing terrace that catches the sunset over the city — a quiet pause a few minutes from the Nakameguro bustle.

    parkviewpointsunsetquiet
  2. 09:30 ~5 min walk · route
  3. 09:35Open window — wander nearbyuntil 10:15 · 40m
  4. 10:1511:152
    Food

    Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo スターバックス リザーブ ロースタリー 東京

    Food¥¥~60 min7/10Vegetarian optionsVegan optionsCards OKStep-free

    A four-storey Kengo Kuma-designed coffee 'theatre' on the Meguro River, with a copper roasting cask, a Teavana tea bar and a Princi bakery. Spectacular when the cherry trees bloom outside the upper terraces; expect a wait at peak times.

    Cuisine
    Cafe
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    07:00–22:00
    Tue
    07:00–22:00
    Wed
    07:00–22:00
    Thu
    07:00–22:00
    Fri
    07:00–22:00
    Sat
    07:00–22:00
    Sun
    07:00–22:00

    2-19-23 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

    スターバックス リザーブ ロースタリー 東京eat1h

    A four-storey Kengo Kuma-designed coffee 'theatre' on the Meguro River, with a copper roasting cask, a Teavana tea bar and a Princi bakery. Spectacular when the cherry trees bloom outside the upper terraces; expect a wait at peak times.

    cafecoffeeriver viewteavana
  5. 11:15 ~5 min walk · route
  6. 11:20Open window — wander nearbyuntil 12:00 · 40m
  7. 12:0013:003
    Landmark

    Meguro River Promenade 目黒川

    Attraction¥~60 min8/10Step-free

    A canal lined with hundreds of cherry trees that arch over the water — Tokyo's prettiest blossom walk in late March, lit pink at night, and a pleasant café-hopping stroll the rest of the year. Always open and free.

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Meguro River, Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

    目黒川1h

    A canal lined with hundreds of cherry trees that arch over the water — Tokyo's prettiest blossom walk in late March, lit pink at night, and a pleasant café-hopping stroll the rest of the year. Always open and free.

    cherry blossomriver walkcafesphoto spot
  8. 13:00 ~10 min walk · route
  9. 13:10Open window — wander nearbyuntil 13:45 · 35m
  10. 13:4515:004
    Shopping

    Daikanyama T-Site (Tsutaya Books) 代官山 蔦屋書店

    Shopping¥¥~75 min8/10Cards OKStep-free

    A celebrated bookstore-as-destination: three glass pavilions of books, magazines, music and stationery, with the Anjin lounge upstairs for coffee among vintage art journals. A design pilgrimage and a lovely slow browse.

    Shop type
    Books
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–22:00
    Tue
    09:00–22:00
    Wed
    09:00–22:00
    Thu
    09:00–22:00
    Fri
    09:00–22:00
    Sat
    09:00–22:00
    Sun
    09:00–22:00

    17-5 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    代官山 蔦屋書店1h 15m

    A celebrated bookstore-as-destination: three glass pavilions of books, magazines, music and stationery, with the Anjin lounge upstairs for coffee among vintage art journals. A design pilgrimage and a lovely slow browse.

    bookstoredesignloungecafe
  11. 15:00 ~5 min walk · route
  12. 15:05Open window — wander nearbyuntil 15:45 · 40m
  13. 15:4516:305
    Shopping

    Log Road Daikanyama ログロード代官山

    Shopping¥¥~45 min6/10Cards OKStep-free

    A low-rise strip of shops and cafés built along a former rail siding — home to a Spring Valley craft brewery taproom and breezy terraces. A relaxed link between Daikanyama and the Nakameguro riverside.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–22:00
    Tue
    11:00–22:00
    Wed
    11:00–22:00
    Thu
    11:00–22:00
    Fri
    11:00–22:00
    Sat
    11:00–22:00
    Sun
    11:00–22:00

    13-1 Daikanyamacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    ログロード代官山45m

    A low-rise strip of shops and cafés built along a former rail siding — home to a Spring Valley craft brewery taproom and breezy terraces. A relaxed link between Daikanyama and the Nakameguro riverside.

    shopping streetcraft beerterracetrendy
Day 42027-04-08 · ThuPacked Tokyo

Harajuku & Meiji Jingu — sights morning, shopping afternoon

A study in contrasts: the vast forested Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park on one side, and the teen-fashion frenzy of Takeshita Street with the upscale boutiques of Omotesando on the other. Shrine in the morning, shopping and crepes after.

Stops5
At stops3h 45m
Moving1h
Window09:00–15:45

Harajuku & Meiji Jingu 原宿・明治神宮

Area

A study in contrasts: the vast forested Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park on one side, and the teen-fashion frenzy of Takeshita Street with the upscale boutiques of Omotesando on the other. Shrine in the morning, shopping and crepes after.

AttractionShrineShoppingFashion
  1. 09:0010:151
    Shrine

    Meiji Jingu 明治神宮

    Attraction¥~75 min9/10Step-free

    Tokyo's grandest shrine, set in a vast man-made forest beside Harajuku — huge wooden torii, a long gravel approach and a sense of calm minutes from the crowds. Free; opens at sunrise, closes at sunset (hours shift seasonally).

    Type
    Shrine
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    05:00–18:00
    Tue
    05:00–18:00
    Wed
    05:00–18:00
    Thu
    05:00–18:00
    Fri
    05:00–18:00
    Sat
    05:00–18:00
    Sun
    05:00–18:00

    1-1 Yoyogi Kamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    明治神宮1h 15m

    Tokyo's grandest shrine, set in a vast man-made forest beside Harajuku — huge wooden torii, a long gravel approach and a sense of calm minutes from the crowds. Free; opens at sunrise, closes at sunset (hours shift seasonally).

    shrineforesttoriicalm
  2. 10:15 ~15 min walk · route
  3. 10:30Open window — wander nearbyuntil 11:00 · 30m
  4. 11:0011:302
    Food

    Afuri (yuzu ramen) AFURI 原宿

    Food¥~30 min8/10Vegetarian optionsVegan optionsCards OK

    Modern ramen known for its light, citrusy yuzu-shio broth — a refreshing change from heavy tonkotsu, handy after Meiji Jingu. Ticket machine; quick.

    Cuisine
    Ramen
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–23:00
    Tue
    11:00–23:00
    Wed
    11:00–23:00
    Thu
    11:00–23:00
    Fri
    11:00–23:00
    Sat
    11:00–23:00
    Sun
    11:00–23:00

    3-63-1 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    AFURI 原宿eat30m

    Modern ramen known for its light, citrusy yuzu-shio broth — a refreshing change from heavy tonkotsu, handy after Meiji Jingu. Ticket machine; quick.

    ramenyuzu shiolight brothmodern
  5. 11:30 ~15 min walk · route
  6. 11:45Open window — wander nearbyuntil 12:15 · 30m
  7. 12:1513:003
    Park

    Yoyogi Park 代々木公園

    Attraction¥~45 min7/10Step-free

    Big open lawns next to Meiji Jingu — picnics, buskers, dog-walkers and weekend events (rockabilly dancers, festivals). A relaxed counterpoint to Takeshita Street's crush.

    Type
    Park
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    2-1 Yoyogi Kamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    代々木公園45m

    Big open lawns next to Meiji Jingu — picnics, buskers, dog-walkers and weekend events (rockabilly dancers, festivals). A relaxed counterpoint to Takeshita Street's crush.

    parklawnspeople watchingevents
  8. 13:00 Transit ~15–25 min · route
  9. 13:15Open window — wander nearbyuntil 13:45 · 30m
  10. 13:4514:454
    Shopping

    Omotesando 表参道

    Shopping¥¥¥¥~60 min8/10Cards OKStep-free

    Tokyo's 'Champs-Elysees' — a zelkova-lined avenue of flagship boutiques and striking architect-designed stores (plus Omotesando Hills). Window-shopping and people-watching even on a budget.

    Shop type
    Luxury boutiques
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:00
    Tue
    11:00–20:00
    Wed
    11:00–20:00
    Thu
    11:00–20:00
    Fri
    11:00–20:00
    Sat
    11:00–20:00
    Sun
    11:00–20:00

    4-5 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    表参道1h

    Tokyo's 'Champs-Elysees' — a zelkova-lined avenue of flagship boutiques and striking architect-designed stores (plus Omotesando Hills). Window-shopping and people-watching even on a budget.

    luxuryboutiquesarchitecturetree lined
  11. 14:45 ~15 min walk · route
  12. 15:00Open window — wander nearbyuntil 15:30 · 30m
  13. 15:3015:455
    Food

    Marion Crepes マリオンクレープ 原宿

    Food¥~15 min7/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-free

    A Takeshita Street original credited with starting Harajuku's crepe craze — dozens of fillings, eaten on the move. Quick, cheap, photogenic.

    Cuisine
    Sweets
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    1-6-15 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

    マリオンクレープ 原宿eat15m

    A Takeshita Street original credited with starting Harajuku's crepe craze — dozens of fillings, eaten on the move. Quick, cheap, photogenic.

    crepesdesserttakeawayharajuku icon

Tokyo → Kyoto · Shinkansen: Tokyo Station → Kyoto Station.

Kyoto · 3 days

Kyoto 京都

City

Japan's old capital — a city of temples, shrines, geisha districts and bamboo. Slower and more refined than Osaka; built around the eastern hills (Higashiyama), riverside Downtown, the western nature of Arashiyama, and Fushimi's torii.

TemplesCultureCouplesNature
Day 52027-04-09 · FriPacked Kyoto

Higashiyama & Gion — a sights day

The eastern hills: Kiyomizu-dera, sloping stone lanes (Sannenzaka), Yasaka Shrine and the geisha quarter of Gion. The quintessential old-Kyoto day, walked on foot — go early to beat crowds.

Stops5
At stops6h
Moving55m
Window09:00–18:45

Higashiyama & Gion 東山・祇園

Area

The eastern hills: Kiyomizu-dera, sloping stone lanes (Sannenzaka), Yasaka Shrine and the geisha quarter of Gion. The quintessential old-Kyoto day, walked on foot — go early to beat crowds.

AttractionTempleGeishaHistoric
  1. 09:0010:301
    Temple

    Kiyomizu-dera 清水寺

    Attraction¥~90 min9/10

    Hillside temple famous for its huge wooden stage and city views; the approach lanes (Sannenzaka) are part of the experience. Opens at 06:00 — go early. Small entry fee.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    06:00–18:00
    Tue
    06:00–18:00
    Wed
    06:00–18:00
    Thu
    06:00–18:00
    Fri
    06:00–18:00
    Sat
    06:00–18:00
    Sun
    06:00–18:00

    1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    清水寺1h 30m

    Hillside temple famous for its huge wooden stage and city views; the approach lanes (Sannenzaka) are part of the experience. Opens at 06:00 — go early. Small entry fee.

    templeunescohillsidewooden stage
  2. 10:30 ~10 min walk · route
  3. 10:40
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 12:00
    Landmark祇園

    Gion 祇園

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Gioncho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    geishahistoric streetteahouses
    Shopping二年坂・産寧坂

    Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka 二年坂・産寧坂

    Shopping¥¥~60 min8/10

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Masuya-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    shopping streetcraftsyatsuhashi
  4. 12:0014:002
    Food

    Kikunoi (Honten) 菊乃井 本店

    Food¥¥¥¥~120 min9/10Cards OK

    Three-Michelin-star kaiseki — a landmark special-occasion meal. Reserve well ahead; lunch is the gentler entry point.

    Cuisine
    Kaiseki
    Reservations
    Yes
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Tue
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Wed
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Thu
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Fri
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Sat
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00
    Sun
    12:00–14:00, 17:00–20:00

    459 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    菊乃井 本店 — or Saryo Tsujiri (Gion)eat2h

    Three-Michelin-star kaiseki — a landmark special-occasion meal. Reserve well ahead; lunch is the gentler entry point.

    kaisekimichelinfine diningspecial occasion
  5. 14:00 ~10 min walk · route
  6. 14:10
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 14:45
    Landmark祇園

    Gion 祇園

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Gioncho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    geishahistoric streetteahouses
    Shopping二年坂・産寧坂

    Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka 二年坂・産寧坂

    Shopping¥¥~60 min8/10

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Masuya-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    shopping streetcraftsyatsuhashi
  7. 14:4515:303
    Temple

    Chion-in 知恩院

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10

    Head temple of Pure Land Buddhism, entered through Japan's largest wooden gate (the Sanmon) and home to a giant bell. Just north of Yasaka and Maruyama Park; grounds free.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–16:00
    Tue
    09:00–16:00
    Wed
    09:00–16:00
    Thu
    09:00–16:00
    Fri
    09:00–16:00
    Sat
    09:00–16:00
    Sun
    09:00–16:00

    400 Rinkacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    知恩院45m

    Head temple of Pure Land Buddhism, entered through Japan's largest wooden gate (the Sanmon) and home to a giant bell. Just north of Yasaka and Maruyama Park; grounds free.

    templegiant gategreat belljodo
  8. 15:30 Transit ~15–25 min · route
  9. 15:45
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 16:15
    Landmark祇園

    Gion 祇園

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Gioncho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    Kyoto's geisha district — wooden teahouses along Hanamikoji and the Shirakawa canal. Best at dusk; be respectful (private streets, no photographing geiko without consent).

    geishahistoric streetteahouses
    Shopping二年坂・産寧坂

    Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka 二年坂・産寧坂

    Shopping¥¥~60 min8/10

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Masuya-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    The preserved sloping stone lanes climbing toward Kiyomizu-dera, lined with machiya shops selling Kiyomizu pottery, yatsuhashi sweets, fans and crafts. As much a sight as a shopping street; busiest late morning to afternoon.

    shopping streetcraftsyatsuhashi
  10. 16:1517:004
    Temple

    Sanjusangen-do 三十三間堂

    Attraction¥~45 min8/10Step-free

    A 120-metre wooden hall lined with 1,001 gilded Kannon statues — quietly astonishing, and fully indoor (good in rain). No photos inside.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Indoor
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    08:30–17:00
    Tue
    08:30–17:00
    Wed
    08:30–17:00
    Thu
    08:30–17:00
    Fri
    08:30–17:00
    Sat
    08:30–17:00
    Sun
    08:30–17:00

    657 Sanjusangendo Mawaricho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    三十三間堂45m

    A 120-metre wooden hall lined with 1,001 gilded Kannon statues — quietly astonishing, and fully indoor (good in rain). No photos inside.

    temple1001 kannonhallindoor
  11. 17:00 ~20 min walk · route
  12. 17:4518:455
    Food

    Okutan (Kiyomizu) 奥丹 清水

    Food¥¥¥~60 min8/10Vegetarian optionsCash only

    Centuries-old yudofu (hot tofu) house on the Kiyomizu approach, with garden seating. Closed Thursdays. Good veg-friendly option.

    Cuisine
    Tofu
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–16:30
    Tue
    11:00–16:30
    Wed
    11:00–16:30
    Thu
    Closed
    Fri
    11:00–16:30
    Sat
    11:00–16:30
    Sun
    11:00–16:30

    3-340 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto

    奥丹 清水 — or Saryo Tsujiri (Gion)eat1h

    Centuries-old yudofu (hot tofu) house on the Kiyomizu approach, with garden seating. Closed Thursdays. Good veg-friendly option.

    yudofutofutraditionalvegetarian friendly
Day 62027-04-10 · SatPacked Kyoto

Okazaki & Northern Higashiyama — a sights day

The serene northern hills: Ginkaku-ji (the Silver Pavilion), the canal-side Philosopher's Path, Nanzen-ji's aqueduct and gardens, and the grand Heian Shrine in Okazaki's museum quarter. A slow, leafy temple-and-garden day.

Stops5
At stops4h 50m
Moving45m
Window09:00–17:15

Okazaki & Northern Higashiyama 岡崎・北東山

Area

The serene northern hills: Ginkaku-ji (the Silver Pavilion), the canal-side Philosopher's Path, Nanzen-ji's aqueduct and gardens, and the grand Heian Shrine in Okazaki's museum quarter. A slow, leafy temple-and-garden day.

AttractionTempleGardenPhilosophers path
  1. 09:0009:501
    Temple

    Eikan-do (Zenrin-ji) 永観堂(禅林寺)

    Attraction¥~50 min8/10

    One of Kyoto's top maple-viewing temples, with a hillside pagoda and ponds — sensational in November (and crowded then). On the Philosopher's Path near Nanzen-ji.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–17:00
    Tue
    09:00–17:00
    Wed
    09:00–17:00
    Thu
    09:00–17:00
    Fri
    09:00–17:00
    Sat
    09:00–17:00
    Sun
    09:00–17:00

    48 Eikando-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

    永観堂(禅林寺)50m

    One of Kyoto's top maple-viewing temples, with a hillside pagoda and ponds — sensational in November (and crowded then). On the Philosopher's Path near Nanzen-ji.

    templeautumn leavespagodagardens
  2. 09:50 ~10 min walk · route
  3. 10:00Open window — wander nearbyuntil 11:00 · 1h
  4. 11:0012:152
    Food

    Junsei (yudofu) 南禅寺 順正

    Food¥¥¥~75 min8/10Vegetarian optionsCards OK

    Classic Nanzen-ji yudofu (hot tofu) course in a historic garden villa — the area's signature meal. Veg-friendly; reserve for the garden rooms.

    Cuisine
    Tofu
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Tue
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Wed
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Thu
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Fri
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Sat
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30
    Sun
    11:00–15:30, 17:00–21:30

    60 Nanzenji Kusagawacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

    南禅寺 順正eat1h 15m

    Classic Nanzen-ji yudofu (hot tofu) course in a historic garden villa — the area's signature meal. Veg-friendly; reserve for the garden rooms.

    yudofutofugarden restaurantvegetarian friendly
  5. 12:15 ~5 min walk · route
  6. 12:20Open window — wander nearbyuntil 13:00 · 40m
  7. 13:0014:003
    Temple

    Nanzen-ji 南禅寺

    Attraction¥~60 min8/10

    Grand head temple of its Zen school — a huge Sanmon gate you can climb, sub-temple gardens, and a photogenic brick aqueduct. Grounds free; halls/gardens ticketed.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    08:40–17:00
    Tue
    08:40–17:00
    Wed
    08:40–17:00
    Thu
    08:40–17:00
    Fri
    08:40–17:00
    Sat
    08:40–17:00
    Sun
    08:40–17:00

    Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

    南禅寺1h

    Grand head temple of its Zen school — a huge Sanmon gate you can climb, sub-temple gardens, and a photogenic brick aqueduct. Grounds free; halls/gardens ticketed.

    templezenaqueductgardens
  8. 14:00 ~15 min walk · route
  9. 14:15Open window — wander nearbyuntil 14:45 · 30m
  10. 14:4515:304
    Shrine

    Heian Shrine 平安神宮

    Attraction¥~45 min7/10Step-free

    Bright vermilion shrine fronted by a giant torii in the Okazaki museum district; its strolling garden (ticketed) is lovely in cherry-blossom season. Grounds free.

    Type
    Shrine
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    06:00–18:00
    Tue
    06:00–18:00
    Wed
    06:00–18:00
    Thu
    06:00–18:00
    Fri
    06:00–18:00
    Sat
    06:00–18:00
    Sun
    06:00–18:00

    97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

    平安神宮45m

    Bright vermilion shrine fronted by a giant torii in the Okazaki museum district; its strolling garden (ticketed) is lovely in cherry-blossom season. Grounds free.

    shrinegiant toriigardenokazaki
  11. 15:30 Transit ~15–25 min · route
  12. 15:45Open window — wander nearbyuntil 16:15 · 30m
  13. 16:1517:155
    Temple

    Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) 銀閣寺

    Attraction¥~60 min8/10

    Zen temple with a celebrated sand garden and moss-and-hillside circuit; the start of the Philosopher's Path. Understated counterpart to the Golden Pavilion.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    08:30–17:00
    Tue
    08:30–17:00
    Wed
    08:30–17:00
    Thu
    08:30–17:00
    Fri
    08:30–17:00
    Sat
    08:30–17:00
    Sun
    08:30–17:00

    2 Ginkakujicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

    銀閣寺1h

    Zen temple with a celebrated sand garden and moss-and-hillside circuit; the start of the Philosopher's Path. Understated counterpart to the Golden Pavilion.

    templeunescomoss gardensand cone
Day 72027-04-11 · SunPacked Kyoto

Arashiyama — sights morning, food afternoon

Kyoto's scenic west: the bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji's garden, the Togetsukyo bridge over the Katsura river, and a monkey park on the hill. A half-day of nature and temples — the bamboo path is emptiest at dawn.

Stops5
At stops3h
Moving30m
Window09:00–15:00

Arashiyama 嵐山

Area

Kyoto's scenic west: the bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji's garden, the Togetsukyo bridge over the Katsura river, and a monkey park on the hill. A half-day of nature and temples — the bamboo path is emptiest at dawn.

AttractionNatureBambooTemple
  1. 09:0010:001
    Temple

    Tenryu-ji 天龍寺

    Attraction¥~60 min8/10

    Head Zen temple with a celebrated pond-and-borrowed-scenery garden backing onto the bamboo grove. Separate tickets for grounds and buildings.

    Type
    Temple
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    08:30–17:00
    Tue
    08:30–17:00
    Wed
    08:30–17:00
    Thu
    08:30–17:00
    Fri
    08:30–17:00
    Sat
    08:30–17:00
    Sun
    08:30–17:00

    68 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    天龍寺1h

    Head Zen temple with a celebrated pond-and-borrowed-scenery garden backing onto the bamboo grove. Separate tickets for grounds and buildings.

    templeunescozen gardenpond
  2. 10:00 ~5 min walk · route
  3. 10:05
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 10:45
    Shopping嵐山商店街

    Arashiyama Shopping Street 嵐山商店街

    Shopping¥¥~45 min6/10

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    shopping streetcraftsbamboo goods
  4. 10:4511:052
    Food

    % Arabica Arashiyama % アラビカ 京都 嵐山

    Food¥¥~20 min7/10Vegetarian optionsVegan optionsAlcohol-freeCards OK

    Riverside outpost of the cult Kyoto coffee brand — minimalist, takeaway-focused, with a Katsura-river view. Expect a line.

    Cuisine
    Cafe
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–18:00
    Tue
    09:00–18:00
    Wed
    09:00–18:00
    Thu
    09:00–18:00
    Fri
    09:00–18:00
    Sat
    09:00–18:00
    Sun
    09:00–18:00

    3-47 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    % アラビカ 京都 嵐山 — or Saga Tofu Ineeat20m

    Riverside outpost of the cult Kyoto coffee brand — minimalist, takeaway-focused, with a Katsura-river view. Expect a line.

    coffeespecialtyriversidetakeaway
  5. 11:05 ~10 min walk · route
  6. 11:15
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 11:50
    Shopping嵐山商店街

    Arashiyama Shopping Street 嵐山商店街

    Shopping¥¥~45 min6/10

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    shopping streetcraftsbamboo goods
  7. 11:5012:103
    Shrine

    Nonomiya Shrine 野宮神社

    Attraction¥~20 min7/10

    A small, atmospheric shrine on the bamboo-grove path, known for its rare black torii of unstripped oak and as a spot to pray for love and study. Quick stop while in the grove.

    Type
    Shrine
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–17:00
    Tue
    09:00–17:00
    Wed
    09:00–17:00
    Thu
    09:00–17:00
    Fri
    09:00–17:00
    Sat
    09:00–17:00
    Sun
    09:00–17:00

    1 Saganonomiyacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    野宮神社20m

    A small, atmospheric shrine on the bamboo-grove path, known for its rare black torii of unstripped oak and as a spot to pray for love and study. Quick stop while in the grove.

    shrineblack toriimatchmakinggenji
  8. 12:10 ~10 min walk · route
  9. 12:20
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 12:55
    Shopping嵐山商店街

    Arashiyama Shopping Street 嵐山商店街

    Shopping¥¥~45 min6/10

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    shopping streetcraftsbamboo goods
  10. 12:5513:154
    Landmark

    Togetsukyo Bridge 渡月橋

    Attraction¥~20 min7/10Step-free

    The iconic wooden-railed bridge over the Katsura river, with hills behind — postcard Arashiyama. Boat rentals and riverside strolls nearby.

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Saga Nakanoshimacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    渡月橋20m

    The iconic wooden-railed bridge over the Katsura river, with hills behind — postcard Arashiyama. Boat rentals and riverside strolls nearby.

    bridgeriverviewsscenic
  11. 13:15 ~5 min walk · route
  12. 13:20
    Show 1 nearby spot · until 14:00
    Shopping嵐山商店街

    Arashiyama Shopping Street 嵐山商店街

    Shopping¥¥~45 min6/10

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    Shop type
    Shopping street
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    The main street between Togetsukyo bridge and Tenryu-ji, packed with shops for bamboo crafts, yatsuhashi, matcha sweets and souvenirs, plus grab-and-go snacks. The natural shopping-and-snacking spine of an Arashiyama day.

    shopping streetcraftsbamboo goods
  13. 14:0015:005
    Food

    Arashiyama Yoshimura 嵐山よしむら

    Food¥¥~60 min8/10Cards OK

    Hand-made soba with picture-window views over the Togetsukyo bridge and hills — get there before the lunch rush for a window seat.

    Cuisine
    Soba
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–16:00
    Tue
    11:00–16:00
    Wed
    11:00–16:00
    Thu
    11:00–16:00
    Fri
    11:00–16:00
    Sat
    11:00–17:00
    Sun
    11:00–17:00

    3 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

    嵐山よしむら — or Saga Tofu Ineeat1h

    Hand-made soba with picture-window views over the Togetsukyo bridge and hills — get there before the lunch rush for a window seat.

    sobabuckwheatriver viewlunch

Kyoto → Osaka · Shinkansen: Kyoto Station → Shin-Osaka Station.

Osaka · 3 days

Osaka 大阪

City

Japan's kitchen — a food-first city built for eating, walking, and nightlife. Minami (Namba/Dotonbori) is the lively heart; Kita (Umeda) is the polished transit-and-shopping hub; the south (Shinsekai/Tennoji) is retro and family-friendly.

FoodNightlifeFamilies
Day 82027-04-12 · MonPacked Osaka

Nakanoshima — a sights day

A river-island of culture: art museums, the red-brick Central Public Hall, riverside parks and rose gardens. A calm, grown-up half-day between Kita and the water.

Stops5
At stops4h 45m
Moving45m
Window09:30–17:30

Nakanoshima 中之島

Area

A river-island of culture: art museums, the red-brick Central Public Hall, riverside parks and rose gardens. A calm, grown-up half-day between Kita and the water.

CultureMuseumArchitecturePark
  1. 09:3010:001
    Historic site

    Osaka City Central Public Hall 大阪市中央公会堂

    Attraction¥~30 min7/10Step-free

    Striking red-brick neo-Renaissance hall (1918) on the river — admire the exterior freely; a basement exhibit room is open.

    Type
    Historical
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–21:30
    Tue
    09:30–21:30
    Wed
    09:30–21:30
    Thu
    09:30–21:30
    Fri
    09:30–21:30
    Sat
    09:30–21:30
    Sun
    09:30–21:30

    1-1-27 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka

    大阪市中央公会堂30m

    Striking red-brick neo-Renaissance hall (1918) on the river — admire the exterior freely; a basement exhibit room is open.

    architectureneo renaissanceriversideheritage
  2. 10:00 ~5 min walk · route
  3. 10:05Open window — wander nearbyuntil 11:00 · 55m
  4. 11:0012:152
    Food

    Kitahama Retro (tea house) 北浜レトロ

    Food¥¥¥~75 min7/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-freeCash only

    An English-style tea house in a registered heritage building on the Kitahama riverfront, serving tiered afternoon tea with views across the water to Nakanoshima. Charming and popular; expect a short wait at weekends.

    Cuisine
    Cafe
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–19:00
    Tue
    11:00–19:00
    Wed
    11:00–19:00
    Thu
    11:00–19:00
    Fri
    11:00–19:00
    Sat
    11:00–19:00
    Sun
    11:00–19:00

    1-1-26 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    北浜レトロ — or Mole & Hosoi Coffeeseat1h 15m

    An English-style tea house in a registered heritage building on the Kitahama riverfront, serving tiered afternoon tea with views across the water to Nakanoshima. Charming and popular; expect a short wait at weekends.

    cafeafternoon teaheritage buildingriverside
  5. 12:15 ~5 min walk · route
  6. 12:20Open window — wander nearbyuntil 13:00 · 40m
  7. 13:0013:453
    Park

    Nakanoshima Park 中之島公園

    Attraction¥~45 min7/10Step-free

    Riverside park at the island's tip with a large rose garden (best late May / autumn).

    Type
    Park
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    1 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka

    中之島公園45m

    Riverside park at the island's tip with a large rose garden (best late May / autumn).

    parkrose gardenriversidejogging
  8. 13:45 ~20 min walk · route
  9. 14:3016:004
    Museum

    National Museum of Art, Osaka 国立国際美術館

    Attraction¥~90 min7/10Step-free

    Fully-underground contemporary-art museum with a striking steel entrance sculpture. Closed Mondays.

    Type
    Museum
    Setting
    Indoor
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    10:00–19:00
    Wed
    10:00–19:00
    Thu
    10:00–19:00
    Fri
    10:00–19:00
    Sat
    10:00–17:00
    Sun
    10:00–17:00

    4-2-55 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka

    国立国際美術館1h 30m

    Fully-underground contemporary-art museum with a striking steel entrance sculpture. Closed Mondays.

    artcontemporaryundergroundindoorclosed this day — verify before going
  10. 16:00 Transit ~15–25 min · route
  11. 16:15Open window — wander nearbyuntil 16:45 · 30m
  12. 16:4517:305
    Food

    Moto Coffee モトコーヒー

    Food¥¥~45 min6/10Vegetarian optionsAlcohol-freeCards OK

    A slender riverside café by the Naniwabashi bridge with a coveted terrace right over the water — a calm coffee stop between the Nakanoshima museums and galleries.

    Cuisine
    Cafe
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–18:00
    Tue
    11:00–18:00
    Wed
    11:00–18:00
    Thu
    11:00–18:00
    Fri
    11:00–18:00
    Sat
    11:00–18:00
    Sun
    11:00–18:00

    2-1-1 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    モトコーヒー — or Mole & Hosoi Coffeeseat45m

    A slender riverside café by the Naniwabashi bridge with a coveted terrace right over the water — a calm coffee stop between the Nakanoshima museums and galleries.

    cafecoffeeriversideterrace
Day 92027-04-13 · TuePacked Osaka

Namba — a sights day

Minami's lively core: Dotonbori's neon canal, Hozenji's lantern alley, and Kuromon market within a walkable loop. A packed day of street food, ramen, and nightlife — best covered on foot end-to-end.

Stops5
At stops3h 55m
Moving30m
Window09:00–16:40

Namba 難波

Area

Minami's lively core: Dotonbori's neon canal, Hozenji's lantern alley, and Kuromon market within a walkable loop. A packed day of street food, ramen, and nightlife — best covered on foot end-to-end.

FoodNightlifeAttractionShoppingTransit hub
  1. 09:0010:001
    Landmark

    Dotonbori 道頓堀

    Attraction¥~60 min9/10

    Iconic neon canal strip with the Glico running-man sign. Always accessible outdoors; busiest and best-lit at night.

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    道頓堀1h

    Iconic neon canal strip with the Glico running-man sign. Always accessible outdoors; busiest and best-lit at night.

    glico signcanalnightlifestreet food
  2. 10:00 ~5 min walk · route
  3. 10:05
    Show 4 nearby spots · until 11:30
    Shoppingビックカメラ なんば店

    Bic Camera Namba ビックカメラ なんば店

    Shopping¥¥¥~60 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    2-10-1 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shopping千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Doguyasuji Kitchenware Street 千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    Shop type
    Kitchenware
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Namba-Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    kitchenwareknivescraft
    Shoppingコメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    KOMEHYO (Shinsaibashi) コメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    Shopping¥¥¥¥~45 min7/10Cards OK

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    Shop type
    Secondhand luxury
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:00
    Tue
    11:00–20:00
    Wed
    11:00–20:00
    Thu
    11:00–20:00
    Fri
    11:00–20:00
    Sat
    11:00–20:00
    Sun
    11:00–20:00

    Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    secondhandwatchesluxury
    Shoppingドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Don Quijote Dotonbori ドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Shopping¥~45 min6/10Cards OK

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    Shop type
    Discount variety
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    7-13 Soemoncho, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    discountsouvenirsnacks
  4. 11:3012:152
    Food

    Imai Honten 道頓堀 今井 本店

    Food¥¥~45 min8/10

    Famous kitsune udon (Tabelog 3.60). 11:30-21:30; closed Wednesdays and the 4th Tuesday of each month. Tel 06-6211-0319.

    Cuisine
    Udon
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:30–21:30
    Tue
    11:30–21:30
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    11:30–21:30
    Fri
    11:30–21:30
    Sat
    11:30–21:30
    Sun
    11:30–21:30

    1-7-22 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    道頓堀 今井 本店 — or Kushikatsu Daruma Dotonborieat45m

    Famous kitsune udon (Tabelog 3.60). 11:30-21:30; closed Wednesdays and the 4th Tuesday of each month. Tel 06-6211-0319.

    udonkitsune udontraditionaldotonbori
  5. 12:15 ~5 min walk · route
  6. 12:20
    Show 4 nearby spots · until 13:00
    Shoppingビックカメラ なんば店

    Bic Camera Namba ビックカメラ なんば店

    Shopping¥¥¥~60 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    2-10-1 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shopping千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Doguyasuji Kitchenware Street 千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    Shop type
    Kitchenware
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Namba-Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    kitchenwareknivescraft
    Shoppingコメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    KOMEHYO (Shinsaibashi) コメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    Shopping¥¥¥¥~45 min7/10Cards OK

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    Shop type
    Secondhand luxury
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:00
    Tue
    11:00–20:00
    Wed
    11:00–20:00
    Thu
    11:00–20:00
    Fri
    11:00–20:00
    Sat
    11:00–20:00
    Sun
    11:00–20:00

    Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    secondhandwatchesluxury
    Shoppingドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Don Quijote Dotonbori ドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Shopping¥~45 min6/10Cards OK

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    Shop type
    Discount variety
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    7-13 Soemoncho, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    discountsouvenirsnacks
  7. 13:0013:303
    Landmark

    Hozenji Yokocho 法善寺横丁

    Attraction¥~30 min8/10

    Narrow stone-paved alley with the moss-covered Mizukake-Fudo statue; most atmospheric at night. Narrow — limited stroller/wheelchair access.

    Type
    Landmark
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    Namba 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    法善寺横丁30m

    Narrow stone-paved alley with the moss-covered Mizukake-Fudo statue; most atmospheric at night. Narrow — limited stroller/wheelchair access.

    atmosphericmizukake fudolantern alleydining
  8. 13:30 ~10 min walk · route
  9. 13:40
    Show 4 nearby spots · until 14:15
    Shoppingビックカメラ なんば店

    Bic Camera Namba ビックカメラ なんば店

    Shopping¥¥¥~60 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    2-10-1 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shopping千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Doguyasuji Kitchenware Street 千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    Shop type
    Kitchenware
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Namba-Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    kitchenwareknivescraft
    Shoppingコメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    KOMEHYO (Shinsaibashi) コメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    Shopping¥¥¥¥~45 min7/10Cards OK

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    Shop type
    Secondhand luxury
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:00
    Tue
    11:00–20:00
    Wed
    11:00–20:00
    Thu
    11:00–20:00
    Fri
    11:00–20:00
    Sat
    11:00–20:00
    Sun
    11:00–20:00

    Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    secondhandwatchesluxury
    Shoppingドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Don Quijote Dotonbori ドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Shopping¥~45 min6/10Cards OK

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    Shop type
    Discount variety
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    7-13 Soemoncho, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    discountsouvenirsnacks
  10. 14:1515:154
    Market

    Kuromon Market 黒門市場

    Attraction¥¥~60 min7/10

    Covered food market ('Osaka's kitchen'): fresh seafood, wagyu skewers, street snacks. Open daily incl. Sundays; many stalls close ~18:00.

    Type
    Market
    Setting
    Indoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    09:00–18:00
    Tue
    09:00–18:00
    Wed
    09:00–18:00
    Thu
    09:00–18:00
    Fri
    09:00–18:00
    Sat
    09:00–18:00
    Sun
    08:00–18:00

    2-4-1 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    黒門市場1h

    Covered food market ('Osaka's kitchen'): fresh seafood, wagyu skewers, street snacks. Open daily incl. Sundays; many stalls close ~18:00.

    marketstreet foodseafoodcovered arcade
  11. 15:15 ~10 min walk · route
  12. 15:25
    Show 4 nearby spots · until 16:00
    Shoppingビックカメラ なんば店

    Bic Camera Namba ビックカメラ なんば店

    Shopping¥¥¥~60 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–21:00
    Tue
    10:00–21:00
    Wed
    10:00–21:00
    Thu
    10:00–21:00
    Fri
    10:00–21:00
    Sat
    10:00–21:00
    Sun
    10:00–21:00

    2-10-1 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Big-box electronics. Stack tax-free (~10%) with the LIVE JAPAN coupon (~7%) — but NOT valid on Apple products or game consoles.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shopping千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Doguyasuji Kitchenware Street 千日前道具屋筋商店街

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Step-free

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    Shop type
    Kitchenware
    Tax-free
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–18:00
    Tue
    10:00–18:00
    Wed
    10:00–18:00
    Thu
    10:00–18:00
    Fri
    10:00–18:00
    Sat
    10:00–18:00
    Sun
    10:00–18:00

    Namba-Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Covered arcade of professional kitchenware shops — knives, moulds, plastic food samples. Per-shop hours/payment vary.

    kitchenwareknivescraft
    Shoppingコメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    KOMEHYO (Shinsaibashi) コメ兵 大阪心斎橋店

    Shopping¥¥¥¥~45 min7/10Cards OK

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    Shop type
    Secondhand luxury
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–20:00
    Tue
    11:00–20:00
    Wed
    11:00–20:00
    Thu
    11:00–20:00
    Fri
    11:00–20:00
    Sat
    11:00–20:00
    Sun
    11:00–20:00

    Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Reliable secondhand luxury — watches, bags, jewellery — at below-retail prices; authentication assured. Good for a considered big-ticket buy.

    secondhandwatchesluxury
    Shoppingドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Don Quijote Dotonbori ドン・キホーテ 道頓堀店

    Shopping¥~45 min6/10Cards OK

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    Shop type
    Discount variety
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    Open 24h
    Tue
    Open 24h
    Wed
    Open 24h
    Thu
    Open 24h
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    7-13 Soemoncho, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    Sprawling discount store on the canal (the one with the Ebisu Tower ferris wheel); souvenirs, snacks, cosmetics, tax-free. Often 24h.

    discountsouvenirsnacks
  13. 16:0016:405
    Food

    King Emon キングエモン

    Food¥~40 min8/10Cash only

    Osaka Black shoyu ramen (Tabelog 3.39). Cash only — no credit cards. Open 11:00 to 08:00 next-day Mon-Thu; 24h Fri-Sun.

    Cuisine
    Ramen
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–08:00
    Tue
    11:00–08:00
    Wed
    11:00–08:00
    Thu
    11:00–08:00
    Fri
    Open 24h
    Sat
    Open 24h
    Sun
    Open 24h

    1-4-17 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka

    キングエモン — or Kushikatsu Daruma Dotonborieat40m

    Osaka Black shoyu ramen (Tabelog 3.39). Cash only — no credit cards. Open 11:00 to 08:00 next-day Mon-Thu; 24h Fri-Sun.

    osaka blackshoyu ramenlocal favoritelate night
Day 102027-04-14 · WedPacked Osaka

Umeda — a sights day

Kita's polished hub around Osaka/Umeda stations: department stores, Grand Front, sky gardens and dining floors. The best-connected base by aggregate transit.

Stops4
At stops3h 55m
Moving30m
Window09:00–16:35

Umeda 梅田

Area

Kita's polished hub around Osaka/Umeda stations: department stores, Grand Front, sky gardens and dining floors. The best-connected base by aggregate transit.

Transit hubShoppingFoodBusiness
  1. 09:0009:201
    Shrine

    Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine 露天神社 (お初天神)

    Attraction¥~20 min6/10

    Atmospheric shrine tucked behind Umeda backstreets, tied to a famous love-suicide tale. — confirm before publish.

    Type
    Shrine
    Setting
    Outdoor
    Ticket needed
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    06:00–23:00
    Tue
    06:00–23:00
    Wed
    06:00–23:00
    Thu
    06:00–23:00
    Fri
    06:00–23:00
    Sat
    06:00–23:00
    Sun
    06:00–23:00

    2-5-4 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka

    露天神社 (お初天神)20m

    Atmospheric shrine tucked behind Umeda backstreets, tied to a famous love-suicide tale. — confirm before publish.

    shrinehistoriclocal
  2. 09:20 ~15 min walk · route
  3. 09:35
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 11:30
    Shoppingヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Yodobashi Camera (Umeda) ヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Shopping¥¥¥~75 min8/10Cards OKStep-free

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–22:00
    Tue
    09:30–22:00
    Wed
    09:30–22:00
    Thu
    09:30–22:00
    Fri
    09:30–22:00
    Sat
    09:30–22:00
    Sun
    09:30–22:00

    1-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shoppingポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Pokémon Center Osaka ポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    Shop type
    Character goods
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–20:00
    Tue
    10:00–20:00
    Wed
    10:00–20:00
    Thu
    10:00–20:00
    Fri
    10:00–20:00
    Sat
    10:00–20:00
    Sun
    10:00–20:00

    Daimaru Umeda 13F, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    character goodspokemonfamily
  4. 11:3012:202
    Food

    Kiji (Umeda) きじ 梅田スカイビル店

    Food¥¥~50 min8/10

    Renowned okonomiyaki in the retro Takimi-koji food alley under Umeda Sky Building.

    Cuisine
    Okonomiyaki
    Reservations
    No
    High chair
    No

    Hours

    Mon
    11:30–21:30
    Tue
    11:30–21:30
    Wed
    11:30–21:30
    Thu
    Closed
    Fri
    11:30–21:30
    Sat
    11:30–21:30
    Sun
    11:30–21:30

    Takimi-koji B1F, Umeda Sky Building, Kita-ku, Osaka

    きじ 梅田スカイビル店 — or Ganko Sushi (Umeda)eat50m

    Renowned okonomiyaki in the retro Takimi-koji food alley under Umeda Sky Building.

    okonomiyakiteppanyakilocal favorite
  5. 12:20 ~5 min walk · route
  6. 12:25
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 13:05
    Shoppingヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Yodobashi Camera (Umeda) ヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Shopping¥¥¥~75 min8/10Cards OKStep-free

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–22:00
    Tue
    09:30–22:00
    Wed
    09:30–22:00
    Thu
    09:30–22:00
    Fri
    09:30–22:00
    Sat
    09:30–22:00
    Sun
    09:30–22:00

    1-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shoppingポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Pokémon Center Osaka ポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    Shop type
    Character goods
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–20:00
    Tue
    10:00–20:00
    Wed
    10:00–20:00
    Thu
    10:00–20:00
    Fri
    10:00–20:00
    Sat
    10:00–20:00
    Sun
    10:00–20:00

    Daimaru Umeda 13F, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    character goodspokemonfamily
  7. 13:0514:353
    Viewpoint

    Umeda Sky Building – Floating Garden Observatory 梅田スカイビル 空中庭園展望台

    Attraction¥¥~90 min8/10

    Open-air 'Floating Garden' rooftop ring (~173m) with skyline + sunset views. Hours approximate. External rating not yet sourced.

    Type
    Observatory
    Setting
    Mixed
    Ticket needed
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–22:30
    Tue
    09:30–22:30
    Wed
    09:30–22:30
    Thu
    09:30–22:30
    Fri
    09:30–22:30
    Sat
    09:30–22:30
    Sun
    09:30–22:30

    1-1-88 Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka

    梅田スカイビル 空中庭園展望台1h 30m

    Open-air 'Floating Garden' rooftop ring (~173m) with skyline + sunset views. Hours approximate. External rating not yet sourced.

    observatoryskylinesunsetarchitecture
  8. 14:35 ~10 min walk · route
  9. 14:45
    Show 2 nearby spots · until 15:20
    Shoppingヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Yodobashi Camera (Umeda) ヨドバシカメラ マルチメディア梅田

    Shopping¥¥¥~75 min8/10Cards OKStep-free

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    Shop type
    Electronics
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    09:30–22:00
    Tue
    09:30–22:00
    Wed
    09:30–22:00
    Thu
    09:30–22:00
    Fri
    09:30–22:00
    Sat
    09:30–22:00
    Sun
    09:30–22:00

    1-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Enormous electronics complex by Osaka Station, with apparel/restaurants too. Tax-free counter for tourists.

    electronicstechtax free
    Shoppingポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Pokémon Center Osaka ポケモンセンターオーサカ

    Shopping¥¥~40 min7/10Cards OKStep-free

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    Shop type
    Character goods
    Tax-free
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    10:00–20:00
    Tue
    10:00–20:00
    Wed
    10:00–20:00
    Thu
    10:00–20:00
    Fri
    10:00–20:00
    Sat
    10:00–20:00
    Sun
    10:00–20:00

    Daimaru Umeda 13F, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka

    Official Pokémon store inside Daimaru Umeda (13F); a hit with kids. Hours follow the department store.

    character goodspokemonfamily
  10. 15:2016:354
    Food

    Kani Douraku (Umeda) かに道楽 梅田店

    Food¥¥¥~75 min7/10Cards OK

    Crab kaiseki chain (moving-crab signboard); a sit-down treat.

    Cuisine
    Crab
    Reservations
    Yes
    High chair
    Yes

    Hours

    Mon
    11:00–22:00
    Tue
    11:00–22:00
    Wed
    11:00–22:00
    Thu
    11:00–22:00
    Fri
    11:00–22:00
    Sat
    11:00–22:00
    Sun
    11:00–22:00

    2-15-20 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka

    かに道楽 梅田店 — or Ganko Sushi (Umeda)eat1h 15m

    Crab kaiseki chain (moving-crab signboard); a sit-down treat.

    crabkaisekichainspecial occasion

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