Nakazakicho, Osaka

Osaka is one of the largest cities in Japan and maybe some people think it is the only place that makes the city be famous. The cities nearby like Kyoto is famous for its beauty and cultural heritage, but this does not mean that you should miss out on Osaka or think of it as ‘another big city’. On the contrary, Osaka is said to be one of the friendliest and most accessible cities in Japan. It is also well-known for its delicious food. You can try lots of local goodies such as squid and octopus, but do not miss out on one of the best tourist attractions in the city.

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Osaka is one of the largest cities in Japan. It is the best places for tourists to visit when they come to Japan. Image of Osaka itinerary 3 days blog.

So, what to do in Osaka for 3 days? There are several tourist attractions in Osaka which are worth a visit and definitely enough for 3 days 2 nights in this wonderful area of Japan. Now, let’s discover Osaka itinerary 3 days.

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With a height of 40 meters, the castle is the greatest architecture in Osaka at the time.
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The beautiful view from Tempozan Ferris Wheel, Osaka
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Red King Crab, specialty of Osaka
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Osaka is home to Okonomiyaki, must eat in Osaka
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Osaka street food

Osaka 3 day itinerary: Day 1

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, one of the best places for tourists to visit when they come to Osaka

Starting your time in Osaka at one of the city’s finest museums, Osaka Museum of Housing and Living. This is an open museum which displays the models of houses and buildings from the Edo period from 1603-187. The museum gives us an interesting view of Osaka’s ancient life. This is an interactive museum where the guests can participate in the exhibition. The guests also have a chance to wear a kimono here.

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Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan
The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living gives us an interesting view of Osaka’s ancient life. Image of Osaka itinerary 3 days blog.
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan
The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living gives us an interesting view of Osaka’s ancient life
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan
Osaka Museum of Housing and Living is an interactive museum where the guests can participate in the exhibition.

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan
The guests will have a chance to wear a kimono when they visit Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Japan

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Address: 〒530-0041 8F 6-4-20 Tenjimbashi, Kita-Ku, Osaka city
Holiday: Tuesday, around year-end(12/29~1/2), The museum may also close temporarily.
Price: 600yen, junior high school students &under free of charge(extra charge for special exhibition)
Facilities: Barrier-free: Available
Discount for the disabled: Available
Discount for the aged: Available
Phone: 06-6242-1170
FAX: 06-6354-3002

Umeda Sky Building

Umeda Sky Building, Osaka
Umeda Sky Building is one of the tallest buildings that we must visit in Osaka. Image of Osaka itinerary 3 days blog.

Umeda Sky Building dominates the Osaka skyline, rising up to 173 meters in the city. One of the most striking features of the building is the observatory located on the 39th floor. You can not only see the whole city from here but also experience the Garden Observatory. It is also known as a floating garden, as the location of the station is floating in the air.

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Umeda Sky Building, Osaka
The most striking features of Umeda Sky Building is the observatory located on the 39th floor
Umeda Sky Building, Osaka
The most striking features of Umeda Sky Building is the observatory located on the 39th floor
Umeda Sky Building, Osaka
The beautiful view of Osaka city from  the observatory located on the 39th floor
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Umeda Umeda Sky Building glass escalator in Osaka, one of the best places to visit in Osaka. Image of Osaka trip itinerary blog.

Umeda Sky Building floating garden, Osaka

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Umeda Sky is also unique spot to see Osaka at night

Umeda Sky Building

Address:〒531-0076 1-1-88 Oyodo-Naka, Kita-ku, Osaka city
Opening Hours: 9:30 Am- 10:30 pm
Price: Adult: 1000yen. High school student/Junior high school student: 700yen.Elementary school student: 500yen. Kids (4 years old or older): 200yen.Senior(65 years old or older): 800yen
Facilities: Barrier-free: Available
Parking: Parking space for 460 cars, JPY400/ 1h
Phone: 06-6440-3899 FAX : 06-6440-3876
Website: http://www.kuchu-teien.com/index.php

Dotonbori

Dotonbori, Osaka
Dotonbori is one of the most lively areas of Osaka which we should visit when you come to Japan. One of the best places to visit in Osaka. Image of Osaka trip itinerary blog.

When it is dark, you should go to the Dotonbori area of the city. This is one of the most lively areas of Osaka and you will find a lot of restaurants and pubs here. Many pubs have eaves and some even live music if you want to enjoy the evening.

Dotonbori, Osaka
You will find a lot of restaurants and pubs in Dotonbori, Osaka
Dotonbori, Osaka
A lot of restaurants are available for you to enjoy the special foods in Osaka
Dotonbori, Osaka
You can take a pleasure boat along the canal with live music in Dotonbori, Osaka. One of best places you must visit in Osaka.

Dotonbori, Osaka

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Dontonbori Osaka miami namba

Dontonbori Osaka miami namba

Dontonbori Osaka miami namba

Dotonbori

Address: Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 542-0071, Japan
Opening Hours: 24/24.
Website: http://www.dotonbori.or.jp/index.php

Osaka 3 day itinerary: Day 2

Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle, Osaka
Osaka Castle is located in a fascinating area, one of the most famous and beautiful places that we have to visit in Osaka. Image of Osaka trip itinerary blog.

Osaka Castle is located in a fascinating area stretching up to 2 km. The park is famous for the cherry blossom season because it has 600 cherry trees here. If you have the chance to come here in the spring, you will enjoy them. The castle was ruined a few times but it was reconstructed as an ancient splendor, and it is one of Japan’s most iconic structures.

Osaka Castle, Osaka

Osaka Castle, Osaka
Osaka Castle is very beautiful and mysterious at night. Image of Osaka itinerary 3 days blog.
Osaka Castle, Osaka
The park is famous for the cherry blossom season, which is one of the most beautiful scenery in Osaka City

Osaka Castle, Osaka

Osaka Castle, Osaka

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View from the 5th floor observation deck
View from the 5th floor observation deck

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Osaka Castle

Address: Japan, 〒540-0002 Osaka Prefecture, Osaka, Chuo Ward, Osakajo, 1−1
Opening Times: 09:00–17:00. (Last admission is at 4:30 p.m.)
Opening hours extended during certain periods in the spring and summer.
Phone: +81 6-6941-3044
Website: http://www.osakacastle.net/english/museum/

Osaka Aquarium

Osaka Aquarium, Japan
Osaka Aquarium, one of the best famous and interesting places for tourists to visit in Osaka. . Image of Osaka itinerary 3 days blog.

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