10 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and Dotonbori. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Minami (Namba) and Midosuji Gallery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Osaka: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (in Kita), Daigo-ji Temple (in Fushimi) and Hikone Castle (in Hikone). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kongobu-ji Temple, make a trip to Hōzen-ji Temple, explore the historical opulence of Nijo Castle, and steep yourself in history at Tofuku-ji Temple.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Osaka attractions planner .

If you are flying in from Philippines, the closest major airports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. In March, daily temperatures in Osaka can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can travel back home.