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Osaka Vacation Packages


Osaka is a large port city that sits at the mouth of the Yodo River and flows into beautiful Osaka Bay. It's Japan's third largest city, known as the 'food capital of the world', one of the best places to eat in the country. The city is celebrated for modern architecture as well as the 16th-century Osaka Castle, set in a spectacular park filled with cherry and plum blossoms in the springtime. This is a unique modern city rich in history and culture that can be discovered at the many museums, galleries, and shrines. Osaka's nightlife features bustling streets that are brightly decorated with lights and flashing neon signs and is popular for night shopping and delicious food.

Best Osaka Vacation Packages:

Experience Osaka Getaway: A Culinary and Cultural Treat

6 nights from $2,728*

Experience the legendary history, culture, food, and energy of this remarkable Japanese city! Osaka (known as the Nation's Kitchen) features modern architecture, outgoing locals, and active nightlife alongside incredible history, rich cultural heritage, and an incredible food scene. Partake in an unbeatable vacation experience ... from a comprehensive city tour exploring its rich history and thrilling present; visiting the must see Osaka Castle; tasting your way through traditional food markets along the side streets of Dotonbori; and get hands-on, discovering the culinary traditions behind popular Japanese dishes with a cooking class.

Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city while enjoying included, curated activities that enhance your experience!

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Hotels & Activities

Travel Guide

  • Discover Osaka

    Osaka, often referred to as Japan’s 'Kitchen' due to its historical significance as a merchant city, has been an economic hub for centuries. Nowadays, Osaka continues to thrive as a modern metropolis known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and dynamic blend of historical landmarks with contemporary attractions.

  • Cherry Blossom Season 2027

    Cherry blossoms, known as sakura, are more than a seasonal attraction, they are one of the most important cultural symbols in Japan. Planning a trip for the Japan cherry blossom season 2027 requires precision, and by booking early with Tripmasters, you can secure the best routes, hotels, and experiences, so when the blossoms peak in 2027, you’ll be exactly where you need to be!

Explore Japan

  • Japanese Alps
    Japanese Alps

    The stunning mountain region is home to several magnificent locations filled with natural beauty including lush dense forests, vibrant traditional gardens, snow-capped peaks, and rivers.

  • Beaches and Islands of Japan
    Beaches and Islands of Japan

    Many people think of four major islands when they think of Japan, but as one of the largest island countries in the world, there are hundreds of inhabited islands that offer some of Asia`s most fabulous beaches.

  • Mount Fuji
    Mount Fuji

    Fuji Five Lakes is a region at the base of Mount Fuji, Japan comprised by Yamanaka, Kawaguchi, Saiko, Shoji and Motosu lakes. At its heart is Fujiyoshida city, with its Yoshida Trail up Mount Fuji and Fuji-Q Highland amusement park.

Highlights of Japan

  • Japan by Rail
    Japan by Rail

    Travel by rail is an essential component to any trip in Japan, and the Japan Rail Pass is without a doubt the most convenient and most economical way to travel around the country. With the rail pass, you dont have to worry about buying individual tickets, and you can reserve your seats on all Japan Rail trains for free.

  • Japans Ryokan And Onsen
    Japans Ryokan And Onsen

    The most authentically Japanese accommodations that are offered are called ryokan, which roughly translates to `travel building`, and is a traditional Japanese-style inn. In these ryokan, visitors stay in rooms with tatami mats, eat traditional Japanese meals, wear yukata, and relax in hot baths.

  • Temples and Shrines of Japan
    Temples and Shrines of Japan

    There are tens of thousands of Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines across Japan, and they can be found in all 47 prefectures, even in the remotest towns and villages. Perhaps one of the most accessible ways to learn about Japanese culture and customs is to fit a special trip or two into your Japanese vacation itinerary.

  • Japanese Castles
    Japanese Castles

    Japan is particularly well-known for its castles. At one point around the turn of the 17th century, there were 5,000 castles; today there are over 100 open to the public, which are either fully restored or in ruins. The castles of Japan educate visitors on what life was like during the late feudal and early Tokugawa shogunate eras.

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Experiences & Adventures

  • Japanese Cuisine

    Japanese cuisine is one of the worlds most popular cuisines, and definitely one of the most delicious. For example Sapporo stakes claim to having Japans best ramen; Shikoku says they have Japans best udon noodle, sanuki-udon; Hiroshima is known for the pancake griddle meals called okonomiyaki; and Osaka is known for fried octopus balls called takoyaki.

  • Japanese Cultural Experiences

    There are so many experiences you can enjoy that are unique to Japan, such as attending a kabuki or bunraku theatre performance, being a spectator at a sumo wrestling match, watching geishas and apprentices administer the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, attending a popular traditional festival.

  • Skiing in Japan

    Skiing in Japan is a very popular sport and leisure activity, with over 500 ski resorts dotting the country from Hokkaido all the way down to Kyushu. You will find the widest selection of ski resorts in the Japanese Alps, where the Winter Olympics took place in 1998, and in the Tohoku region, home to many of the countrys resorts with world-class amenities.

  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Japan

    Japan is home to 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Of these, 20 were selected due to their lasting impacts on Japanese history and culture, and five were selected because of their natural beauty. The Japanese UNESCO World Heritage Sites range from Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines to well-maintained feudal-era castles.

  • Honeymoon in Japan

    Experiencing the beauty and culture of Japan is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and many travelers decide to make their trips even more special by choosing Japan as their honeymoon destination. Tokyo, with its glittering lights and cosmopolitan feel, is a great place to start off a Japanese honeymoon.

SUGGESTED Osaka VACATION PACKAGES:

  • Osaka - Tokyo - Sendai with Rail Pass
    9 nights from $6,446*
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    • Marvelous mix of modern living and old-fashioned manners in Japan!. with the Rail Pass Train. Visit Osaka and find out why its known as a gourmand’s paradise. Up next enjoy everything that Tokyo has to offer you from samurai and geishas to amazing temples and stunning gardens. Tokyo offers surprising ways for you to dine, traditional pubs, classy bars, nightclubs and discos. Finally visit Sendai also known as The City of Trees a modern town which is in harmony with nature. Learn about feudal lords visiting The Zuihoden Mausoleum and try gyutan (Traditional food) in its original home.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Osaka and out of Sendai
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - Bullet Train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Tokyo: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Tokyo train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 160 Mins.
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Sendai: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Sendai train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 95 Mins.
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Sendai
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  • Osaka - Kyoto - Nagoya - Yokohama - Tokyo with Rail Pass
    12 nights from $1,853*
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    • Explore Japan!... From Osaka (known as 'The City of Food'. Here you can indulge yourself, enjoying the flavors, history, pop culture and outdoor activities this place has to offer.) Up next, travel to Kyoto (known as the City of the Ten Thousand Shrines for a reason, since it holds about a quarter of Japan's National Treasures and popular festivals). Then, Nagoya (a major port and transportation hub in Japan's Chubu region) and Yokohama (a modern trading city, pursuing export of Japanese silk and tea) and last but not least, Tokyo (Japan's most lively capital, which mixes the ultramodern with the traditional, featuring neon-lit skyscrapers and anime shops to cherry trees and temples). Travel between cites with a Rail Pass.<

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Osaka and out of Tokyo
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - Bullet Train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Kyoto: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kyoto train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 30 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto
    • Train from Kyoto to Nagoya: Go to Kyoto train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nagoya train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Nagoya
    • Train from Nagoya to Yokohama: Go to Nagoya train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Yokohama train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 120 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Yokohama
    • Train from Yokohama to Tokyo: Go to Yokohama train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Tokyo train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 120 Min.
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
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  • Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka by Train
    9 nights from $1,559*
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    • Discover Japan at its best!. Travel the famous "Golden Route" with convenient, high-speed trains!
    Destination Highlights Include:
    Tokyo: immerse yourself in the unbeatable Michelin-starred food scene, world-class luxury shopping in Ginza, and its neon-lit skyscrapers
    Kyoto: the country's cultural heart; known as the City of Ten Thousand Shrines, it is the premier destination for UNESCO World Heritage Sites
    Osaka: often called the Nation’s Kitchen; indulge in authentic local delicacies in the bustling Dotonbori district before exploring Osaka Castle or the world-renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Kyoto
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Kyoto
    • Train from Kyoto to Osaka
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka

      Easily upgrade your vacation to include guided activities with our Experience Series package or try our Luxury Private Guided package, featuring upgraded hotels, private activities, and more!
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  • Tokyo - Osaka - Kobe - Hiroshima with Rail Pass
    8 nights from $2,097*
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    • Combine Tokyo (with its contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and modern, an exciting place for travelers to visit the world over), Osaka (a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu, known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food), Kobe (famous for its oceanfront port, luxury marbled beef, sake, and mountain surroundings) and Hiroshima (best known for the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, powerful symbols of remembrance and resilience) with bullet train along Japan!.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Hiroshima
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Osaka: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 160 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Kobe: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kobe train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 15 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Kobe
    • Train from Kobe to Hiroshima: Go to Kobe train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Hiroshima train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 90 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Hiroshima
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  • Tokyo - Osaka - Sapporo by Air
    8 nights from $1,569*
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    • Combine several of the most popular cities in Japan. Combine Tokyo (Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis, famous for their amazing history, Mt. Fuji, unrivaled technology and Samurais), Osaka (known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food) and Sapporo (capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, is famous for its beer, skiing and annual Sapporo Snow Festival featuring enormous ice sculptures) with flights between cities.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Sapporo
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Flight from Tokyo to Osaka
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka
    • Flight from Osaka to Sapporo
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Sapporo
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  • Tokyo - Osaka - Hiroshima - Nagasaki with Rail Pass
    9 nights from $2,669*
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    • Japan history and Future!. Visit Tokyo (Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis, famous for their amazing history, Mt. Fuji, unrivaled technology and Samurais)). Up Next go to Osaka (which blend cosmopolitan hipness with country charm and give you the opportunity to savor the taste of its cuisine). Then transport to the forever remembered cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki (both historic places, called the -Phoenix Cities-, which have emerged from the ashes to become beautiful modern cities).

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Nagasaki
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Osaka: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 160 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Hiroshima: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Hiroshima train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 90 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Hiroshima
    • Train from Hiroshima to Nagasaki: Go to Hiroshima train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nagasaki train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 190 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Nagasaki
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  • Tokyo - Japanese Alps - Osaka with Rail Pass (Toyama - Kanazawa)
    7 nights from $1,711*
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    • Travel along Japanese Alps!. Combine Tokyo (the capital and Japanese metropolis known for anime, electronics, manga and video games), with these Japanese Alps cities: Toyama (stunning natural landscapes, including the dramatic Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route) and Kanazawa (a magical place that features the Tera-Machi, where 70 temples are gathered together, and also the Kenroku-en Garden). Finish in Osaka (Japan's second largest metropolitan area, known as the Nations Kitchen for its delicious food)) with the Rail Pass.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Toyama: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Toyama train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 155 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Toyama
    • Train from Toyama to Kanazawa: Go to Toyama train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kanazawa train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 25 Min.
    • Hotel for 1 night in Kanazawa
    • Train from Kanazawa to Osaka: Go to Kanazawa train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 120 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka
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  • Osaka - Kyoto - Tokyo by Train
    9 nights from $1,579*
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    • Most visited cities of Japan by train!. Start your trip in Osaka (well known for its great traditional cuisine, temples and castles). Then, take the train to Kyoto (also known as the 'City of the Ten Thousand Shrines. This historic city holds about a quarter of Japan's National Treasures and popular festivals). Lastly take the train to the cosmopolitan Tokyo (World's most populous metropolis and recently awarded as the city with best helpfulness of locals, incredible nightlife and shopping).

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Osaka and out of Tokyo
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Kyoto
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Kyoto
    • Train from Kyoto to Tokyo
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
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  • Osaka - Takayama - Tokyo with Rail Pass
    9 nights from $1,856*
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    • Japan History!. Start in Osaka (known as 'The City of Food'. Here you can indulge yourself, enjoying the flavors, history, pop culture and outdoor activities this place has to offer). Continue in the mountainous Hida Region and visit Takayama (beautifully preserved historic old town, Hida beef, and Takayama Matsuri festival) . Your trip won’t be complete without visiting Tokyo (Japan's most lively capital, which mixes the ultramodern with the traditional, featuring neon-lit skyscrapers and anime shops to cherry trees and temples). These destinations are connected by Bullet Rail Pass.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Osaka and out of Tokyo
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka
    • Train from Osaka to Takayama: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Takayama train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 205 Mins.
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Takayama
    • Train from Takayama to Tokyo: Go to Takayama train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Tokyo train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 245 Mins.
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
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  • Runway to Ride: Tokyo - Miyakojima - Osaka - Kyoto
    10 nights from $2,690*
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    • Discover the incredible beauty, gastronomy, and history of Japan!. Begin your getaway in Tokyo (a dazzling metropolis blending ultramodern infrastructure with rich history). Next, fly to Miyakojima (a tropical paradise renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs). From there, catch a flight to Osaka (a dynamic culinary hub famous for its delicious street food and beautiful castle grounds). Finally, journey to Kyoto (the cultural heart of the nation, featuring historic Buddhist temples and exquisite traditional cuisine).

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Flight from Tokyo to Miyakojima
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Miyakojima
    • Flight from Miyakojima to Osaka
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka
    • Transfer from Hotel in Osaka to Hotel in Kyoto
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto
    • Transfer from Hotel in Kyoto to Osaka Airport
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  • Tokyo - Kanazawa - Kyoto - Osaka with Rail Pass
    9 nights from $1,875*
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    • Amazing Japan!. Enjoy Tokyo (the capital and Japanese metropolis known for anime, electronics, manga and video games), Then, visit Kanazawa (with historical attractions such as restored residences and districts, as well as modern museums). Up next go to Kyoto (known as the City of the Ten Thousand Shrines for a reason! Since it holds about a quarter of Japan's National Treasures and popular festivals), and finally, to Osaka (famous for its delicious traditional foodalong with its Castle and renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan), with the Rail Pass Train!.

    Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.
    Included:
    • Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
    • High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)
    • 7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
    • Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo
    • Train from Tokyo to Kanazawa: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kanazawa train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 155 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Kanazawa
    • Train from Kanazawa to Kyoto: Go to Kanazawa train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kyoto train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 125 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto
    • Train from Kyoto to Osaka: Go to Kyoto train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 30 Min.
    • Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka
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