Osaka 2-Day Itinerary
Two days is the perfect amount of time to spend in Osaka. This Osaka 2-day itinerary allows you to get the best of the city without tiring yourself out.
Mt Ikoma
Though it’s a little far from central Osaka, Mt Ikoma (Ikoma-san) makes a fantastic day trip out to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether it’s hiking, thrill-seeking, cherry blossom-viewing or temple hopping, there’s something for everyone here!
Japan Rail Pass
Prices of the Japan Rail Pass increased by about 70% a few years ago. With this price rise, the Japan Rail Pass will not save most travelers money and you’ll do better with individual tickets. Here are all the details.
DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle
The DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle is a solid hotel in a quiet area with great views of Osaka Castle and rates that are surprisingly low for a hotel of this class. I consider this one of the best mid-range hotel values in the city and I highly recommend it.
Osaka Vacation Checklist
For all the essentials, see my First Time In Osaka guide
For ideas on how to structure your trip, see my list of Osaka Itineraries
Here’s a comprehensive list of Things To Do In Osaka for inspiration and to book ahead where necessary
Do you want help planning your Japan trip? My team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
See my one page guide on Where To Stay In Osaka for the best neighborhoods and my top hotel picks in every price range
There have been some superb new hotels opening in Osaka in recent years – see Osaka’s Best New Hotels for an overview
You can buy a Japan SIM card or an unlimited data pocket wifi router online before you arrive in Japan for collection on arrival
View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
See if the Japan Rail Pass can save you money on your trip
Why it’s essential to have travel insurance for Japan
Travellers to Japan no longer need to supply proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. We have all the latest news on visiting Japan
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