4 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.

Head to Dotombori District and Hankyu Umeda Hontenfor plenty of shopping. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Tofuku-ji Temple and Mt. Kurama. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Osaka: Kyoto (Sanzen-in Temple, Nijo Castle, &more) and Cup Noodle Museum Osaka Ikeda (in Ikeda). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and take a stroll through Minami (Namba).

To find other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Osaka trip planner.

If you are flying in from Philippines, the closest major aiports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in December, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.