Explore Kyoto & Osaka with food, culture, and vibrant activities for friends.

<p>Japan is a country with a rich culture and history, stunning natural beauty, and a vibrant nightlife. Visitors can explore the ancient city of Kyoto, the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, or the tranquil countryside of Hokkaido. Sample the country's delicious cuisine, from sushi to ramen, and enjoy a night out in one of Japan's many lively bars and clubs.</p>

Japan

Kyoto

Osaka

Arrival in Kyoto and exploring local culture.

Sprawling 15-story railway station with shops, eateries & services plus a movie theater & hotel.

Kyoto Station

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

Kinkaku-ji

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

Nijō Castle

Discover Kyoto's art and local delicacies.

Long-running museum with Japanese sculptures, paintings, calligraphy & metalwork, plus a cafe.

Kyoto National Museum

400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

Nishiki Market

Geisha district featuring high-end shops & restaurants, a Zen garden & women in colorful kimonos.

Gion

Excursion to Arashiyama for nature and pandas.

A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

Spring blossoms, fall colors & mountains can be viewed from this famed wood bridge.

Togetsukyo Bridge

Travel to Osaka for shopping and nightlife.

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

Osaka Castle

Dotonbori

Bustling shopping district featuring a wide range of high-end tax-free shops with airport delivery.

Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street

Explore Osaka's amusement and unique attractions.

This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.

Universal Studios Japan

One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Tempozan Market Place

Visit iconic landmarks and local cafes.

Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.

Umeda Sky Building

Contemporary museum with exhibits detailing Osaka history from ancient times to the present day.

Osaka Museum of History

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Return to Kyoto for last-minute exploration.

Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Scenic pedestrian path along a cherry tree–lined canal that passes by various temples & shrines.

7-Day Kyoto & Osaka Adventure: Culture, Food & Fun

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