7 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.

Kansai Tourist Information Center, Kansai International Airport has been added to your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Osaka side-trips: Kyoto (Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, & more). The adventure continues: find something for the whole family at Universal Studios Japan, explore the historical opulence of Osaka Castle, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and examine the collection at Museum of Oriental Ceramics.

To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Osaka holiday planner.

Bangkok, Thailand to Osaka is an approximately 9-hour combination of train and flight. You can also do a combination of bus, flight, and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone changes from Indochina Time to Japan Standard Time, which is usually a 2 hour difference. In February, Osaka is colder than Bangkok - with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. You will have some time to spend on the 21st (Wed) before leaving for home.