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โ๏ธ Singapore Airlines (SQ 620 & SQ 623)
Day 1 & Day 12๐ 5-Day JR Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass
Days 3โ7 (Nov 10โ14)๐ Chicken Ramen Factory (Cup Noodles Museum)
Day 4 โข Nov 11 (09:40)๐ฆ Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Day 6 โข Nov 13 (12:15)๐ฒ teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka
Day 6 โข Nov 13 (18:00)๐ ORIX Rent-a-Car Himeji Ekimae
Day 7 โข Nov 14 (09:30)๐ Sagano Romantic Train (09:02 AM)
Day 8 โข Nov 15 (09:02)๐ด Kameoka Horse-Drawn Carriage
Day 8 โข Nov 15 (09:35)๐ฃ Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Day 8 โข Nov 15 (11:00)๐ฅท Toei Kyoto Studio Park (Eigamura)
Day 8 โข Nov 15 (15:00)๐จ teamLab Biovortex Kyoto
Day 9 โข Nov 16 (14:00)โจ๏ธ Solaniwa Onsen Private Open-Air Bath
Day 12 โข Nov 19 (12:00)๐จ TRANSIT, PASSES & LUGGAGE STRATEGY
- 5-Day JR Kansai-Hiroshima Pass (ยฅ17,000/pax): Activate for Day 03 (Nov 10) to Day 07 (Nov 14). Book via official JR West Online Train Reservation to reserve Shinkansen seats free.
- IC Cards (3 Physical TOICA + 1 iPhone Suica): Both boys are 12yo (Adult rail/bus classification). All 4 cards work seamlessly on JR, Metro, Hankyu, Keihan, Kyoto buses & konbini.
- Tokaido Shinkansen Restriction: Bullet trains between Shin-Osaka and Kyoto are NOT covered by the pass. Use the JR Special Rapid Service (28 mins) or Keihan Line.
- Luggage Courier (Takkyubin): Day 1 (KIX): Ship large suitcases from KIX 1F Arrivals (JAL ABC Counter, North End) straight to DEL style Osaka Shinsaibashi (take 2-day backpacks to Kobe). Day 12 Morning: Drop suitcases at hotel desk by 09:00 AM via Airporter (same-day KIX delivery) so Day 12 Onsen & Outlets are 100% hands-free!
๐ TOURIST DISCOUNTS, PROMOS & TICKET HUB
- KIX โ Kobe Bay Shuttle Tourist Promo: Show all 4 passports at the KIX Terminal 1 Bay Shuttle Ticket Counter for the ยฅ500/person one-way tourist discount (down from ยฅ1,880!).
- Himeji Castle 2026 Under-18 FREE Rule: Adult non-resident entry is ยฅ2,500 (ยฅ2,600 w/ Koko-en), but visitors under 18 enter 100% FREE! Show passports for both 12yo boys.
- Don Quijote Digital Coupon (Day 11): Open Live Donki Barcode at checkout for 10% Tax-Free + Extra 5% OFF (ยฅ10,000+) or 7% OFF (ยฅ30,000+).
- Takashimaya & Rinku Outlets Coupons: Show passports at Takashimaya Service Counter for a 5% Shopper's Card, and at Rinku Outlets 1F Info Center for a Foreign Visitor Coupon Book (5โ20% off).
Arrive at KIX, Courier Luggage & Transit to Kobe
Flight SQ 620 lands at 15:30 (Terminal 1). Drop large suitcases at JAL ABC to ship to Osaka hotel. Catch the Kobe Bay Shuttle Ferry + Port Liner (or backup Limousine Bus) to Sannomiya Station.
- Step 1 โ Luggage Courier (1F Arrivals): Immediately after customs, head to JAL ABC Counter (North End, 1F). Ship big suitcases to DEL style Osaka Shinsaibashi (~ยฅ2,500โยฅ3,000/bag). Keep your 2-night backpacks for Kobe.
- Step 2A โ Primary Route (Kobe Bay Shuttle Ferry): No pre-booking needed. Walk to the Bay Shuttle Ticket Counter (1F North Exit) and show all 4 passports for the ยฅ500/pax Foreign Tourist Promo ticket. Board free shuttle bus at Bus Stop 12 by 16:20 to pier (10 mins) โ High-speed boat to Kobe Airport (30 mins, 16:30 departure) โ Free terminal shuttle/walk to Kobe Airport Station โ Tap TOICA/Suica on Port Liner to Sannomiya Station (18 mins, ยฅ340/pax). Arrive Sannomiya ~17:35.
- Step 2B โ Backup Route (If Exiting Customs After 16:15): Walk outside 1F Arrivals to Bus Stop No. 6. Board the Airport Limousine Bus to Kobe Sannomiya (every 20โ30 mins, 65 mins direct, ยฅ2,200/pax via ticket machine at Stop 6 or IC card). Arrive Sannomiya ~17:50โ18:00.
- Step 3 โ Check In & Drop Bags: Exit Sannomiya Station via West Exit and walk 6 mins to Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kobe-Sannomiya PREMIER.
Megane Ichiba Kobe Sannomiya Store (Eye Exam & Sabae Frames)
Select premium Sabae titanium frames, complete eye exam, and order premium progressive lenses right after hotel check-in. Open until 20:00.
- Directions: Located inside Sannomiya Center Gai Shopping Streetโjust a 2-minute walk from the hotel!
- Show Staff This Phrase: ใ็ผ้กๅธๅ ด ๅฟๆๆฉๆฌๅบใง11ๆ18ๆฅใซๅใๅใๅธๆใงใใ (I would like to pick up the finished glasses at Megane Ichiba Shinsaibashi Main Store on Nov 18). Bring passport for 10% Tax-Free deduction.
Kobe Harborland, umie MOSAIC Boardwalk & Waterfront Dinner
Ride the short 4-min train to Kobe Station to explore the illuminated waterfront, ride the Giant Ferris Wheel, and enjoy dinner overlooking Kobe Port Tower.
- How to Get There: From JR Sannomiya Station, ride the JR Kobe Line 2 stops west to JR Kobe Station (4 mins, ยฅ150/pax). Take the South Exit (Duo Kobe underground walkway) straight to Harborland & umie MOSAIC (5 mins).
- Things to Do: The Mosaic Giant Ferris Wheel is open until 22:00 (ยฅ800/pax). Dine at 2F/3F restaurants facing Kobe Port Tower, or head back to Sannomiya under the elevated tracks for Honke Sobameshi (Kobe yakisoba-rice) and local izakaya skewers.
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
Board the scenic ropeway system directly behind Shin-Kobe Station for panoramic mountain and harbor views.
- How to Get There: Take the Kobe Municipal Subway from Sannomiya Station 1 stop north to Shin-Kobe Station (South Exit) (2 mins, ยฅ210/pax). Follow the signs 5 mins uphill to the Herb Gardens Bottom Station (4F of ANA Crowne Plaza building).
- Ticket Advice: No advance booking requiredโbuy at the ticket window once you see clear morning weather. Cost: Adults ยฅ2,000 (ร2) + Junior High 12yo ยฅ1,000 (ร2) = ยฅ6,000 total. Ride all the way to the Top Station first, then walk downhill through the autumn gardens to the Middle Station to board the return gondola.
Steakland Kobe-kan Lunch
Indulge in an authentic, pre-booked premium Wagyu steak lunch performance at the Sannomiya location.
- How to Get There: Take the subway 1 stop back from Shin-Kobe to Sannomiya Station (West Exit 1). Go to the larger 6th Floor Kikuoka Building branch (Steakland Kobe-kan / ็ฅๆธ้คจ) right across from Hankyu West Exit. Their Kobe Beef Lunch Set (~ยฅ3,500) includes soup, salad, teppanyaki veggies, garlic chips, rice, and coffee/citrus juice.
Motomachi Shopping Streets & Ikuta Shrine
Enjoy relaxed family free time wandering the historic shopping lanes or finding peace at Kobe's oldest local shrine.
- Route: Walk 3 mins north of Steakland to Ikuta Shrine (dip a water-fortune Mizu-mikuji paper in the stream inside Ikuta Forest for ยฅ300). Then stroll south through Motomachi Arcade and Nankinmachi (Chinatown)โgrab crispy ยฅ200 beef croquettes at Moriya Shouten!
Meriken Park Waterfront Sunset
Head down to the waterfront to capture striking night photography of the illuminated Kobe Port Tower and maritime bay.
- How to Get There: Walk 8โ10 mins south from Motomachi/Nankinmachi straight down to the harbor. Capture sunset photos at the BE KOBE monument and renovated Kobe Port Tower.
Shinkansen + JR Sanyo Line + JR Ferry to Miyajima
Check out of Kobe hotel with backpacks. Ride the Shinkansen from Shin-Kobe to Hiroshima, transfer to Miyajimaguchi Station, and board the JR West Ferry straight to Miyajima Island.
- How to Book/Use JR Pass: Exchange the JR Kansai-Hiroshima Pass at the green ticket machine (with passport reader) at JR Sannomiya or Shin-Kobe Station on Day 1 or 2 evening so Day 3 morning is zero-wait! Print free reserved seats on the Sakura or Nozomi Shinkansen.
- Leg 1 (Sannomiya โ Shin-Kobe): Take Kobe Subway 1 stop to Shin-Kobe (2 mins, ยฅ210 on IC card). Go up the escalator to the Shinkansen Gate and insert the physical JR Pass.
- Leg 2 (Shin-Kobe โ Hiroshima Station): Ride the Shinkansen (~72 mins). At Hiroshima Station, do NOT exit the main gatesโfollow signs for "Conventional Lines Transfer Gate (ๅจๆฅ็ทไนๆๅฃ)", insert the JR Pass, and go to Platform 1 for the JR Sanyo Line (bound for Iwakuni).
- Leg 3 (Hiroshima โ Miyajimaguchi Station): Ride 28 mins to Miyajimaguchi Station. Exit the gate and walk 3 mins straight down the pedestrian underpass into the Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal.
- Leg 4 (JR West Miyajima Ferry): Keep to the RIGHT side of the terminal for the JR West Ferry (left side is Matsudai Ferry, not covered). Buy the mandatory ยฅ100/pax Miyajima Visitor Tax ticket (ยฅ400 total) from the small vending machine right beside the JR gate, then show the JR Pass to board!
Itsukushima Shrine (High-Tide Floating Torii) & Senjokaku Hall
Experience Itsukushima Shrine and the Great Torii Gate completely afloat during the morning peak high tide, then step inside the massive 857-tatami Senjokaku Pavilion above the shrine.
- ๐ Tide Forecast for Tue, Nov 10, 2026: Peak High Tide is at 10:05 AM (375cm)! Arriving between 09:15 and 11:00 AM gives you the iconic view of the red shrine corridors and Great Torii Gate floating on the sea. (Low tide reaches ~135cm around 16:15).
- Shrine & Senjokaku Fees (Cash): Turn right out of the ferry pier and walk 10 mins along the coast. Itsukushima Shrine is ยฅ300/Adult (ร2) + ยฅ100/Junior High 12yo (ร2) = ยฅ800 total. Right up the steps next to the shrine is Senjokaku (Toyokuni Shrine) (ยฅ100/Adult, ยฅ50/Child), framed by giant golden autumn ginkgo trees!
Omotesando Street Grazing Lunch (Oysters, Okonomiyaki & Momiji Manju)
Stroll along the lively covered Omotesando Shopping Arcade for fresh grilled Miyajima oysters, Hiroshima-style layered okonomiyaki on the island, and hot deep-fried Age-Momiji pastries.
- Must-Try Stalls: Kakiya (็ก่ ฃๅฑ) or Yakigaki no Hayashi for charcoal-grilled oysters (~ยฅ600โยฅ1,200); Daruma or Miyajima Kishibe for island Hiroshima okonomiyaki (~ยฅ1,300); and Momijido Honten (็ด ่ๅ ๆฌๅบ) for hot fried Age-Momiji maple-leaf cakes on a stick (custard, cheese, or chocolate, ยฅ200/stick).
Mt. Misen Ropeway, Momijidani Park & Daisho-in Autumn Foliage
Walk through the blazing red maple valley of Momijidani Park to ride the two-stage Miyajima Ropeway up Mt. Misen, then descend to explore the atmospheric Daisho-in Temple complex.
- How to Reach Ropeway: Walk 10 mins from Itsukushima Shrine to the Momijidani Park entrance and catch the Free Shuttle Bus (every 20 mins) or walk 10 mins under the red maple bridge to Momijidani Ropeway Station.
- โ ๏ธ Last Descent Warning: Round-trip is ยฅ2,000/pax (12+ is Adult rate). The final ropeway down the mountain in November is at 16:30, so head back down from Shishiiwa Observatory by 15:30!
- Daisho-in Temple (15:45โ16:45): 10-min walk from the ropeway base (Admission: Free, open until 17:00). Spin the brass sutra wheels, explore the glowing lantern cave, and see the 500 Rakan statues wearing knitted caps!
Return Ferry & Famous Grilled Sea Eel Dinner at Anagomeshi Ueno
Catch the sunset view of the Great Torii Gate, take the 10-minute JR Ferry back to Miyajimaguchi, and head straight to century-old Anagomeshi Ueno right outside the station for smoky grilled conger eel.
- Exact Location: Exit Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal, walk 2 mins up the underpass toward JR Miyajimaguchi Station, and Anagomeshi Ueno (ใใใฎ) is immediately on the right before the station! (Closes at 19:00 on Tuesdays).
- ๐ก Dine-In vs. Takeaway Advice:
โข Takeaway Wooden Bento (ยฅ2,700/box) โ HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: Ueno started in 1901 as a train bento maker! The warm grilled sea eel steams inside the thin wooden box over dashi-seasoned rice, making it taste even richer on the Shinkansen ride back to Osaka.
โข Pro-Tip: When passing Ueno at ~09:00 AM on the way to the morning ferry, pop in for 2 minutes to reserve 4 takeaway bento boxes for 17:30 pickup! Or if prefer dining in, the 17:30 queue is usually only 10โ15 mins.
Shinkansen to Osaka & Check-In: DEL style Osaka Shinsaibashi
Board the return Shinkansen straight to Shin-Osaka, hop on the Midosuji Subway to Shinsaibashi, and check into the base hotel where the couriered luggage from KIX is waiting.
- Route: JR Miyajimaguchi โ JR Hiroshima (28 mins, JR Sanyo Line) โ Shin-Osaka Station via Shinkansen (~85 mins, both covered by JR Pass).
- Subway to Hotel: At Shin-Osaka, follow signs to the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line (Red Line) and ride south to Shinsaibashi Station (13 mins, ยฅ240/pax on IC card). Take North Gate Exit 2 (or Crista Nagahori North 7 for elevator) โ 3 mins walk to hotel!
Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda (Chicken Ramen Factory Booked: 09:40 โ 10:50)
Check in at the 1F reception counter by 09:30 sharp for your reserved Chicken Ramen Factory workshop (knead, roll, steam, and flash-fry wheat noodles from scratch!), then design custom cups at the 1F My CUPNOODLES Factory.
- โฐ Leave Hotel by 08:30 AM (Private Rail โ Use TOICA/Suica): Take Midosuji Subway from Shinsaibashi โ Umeda Station (7 mins, ยฅ240). Follow signs to Hankyu Osaka-Umeda Station and board the Hankyu Takarazuka Line Express (Kyuko) to Ikeda Station (20 mins, ยฅ280 on IC card).
- Which Exit at Ikeda: Take the Masumi-cho Homen Exit (ๆบๅฏฟ็พ็บๆน้ขๅบๅฃ) and walk 5 mins south along the brick path straight to the museum.
- Workshop 1 โ Pre-Booked Chicken Ramen Factory (2F, 09:40โ10:50): Check in at the 1F reception counter by 09:30 AM with Reservation No. c226111177090 (ยฅ3,600 total for 4 pax; aprons & Hiyoko-chan souvenir bandanas provided!).
- Workshop 2 โ Walk-In My CUPNOODLES Factory (1F, ~11:00): Right after your Chicken Ramen session, head downstairs to design your own custom Cup Noodles package and choose soup + 4 toppings (ยฅ500/cup via vending machine; bring coins/ยฅ1,000 notes).
Lunch at Ippudo Ikeda
Dine on exclusive, refined original recipes found only at this legendary location honoring the founder's hometown heritage.
- Location: Right along the 5-minute walk back from the Cup Noodles Museum toward Hankyu Ikeda Station! Accepts IC cards and credit cards.
Dotonbori Neon Signboard Walk
Capture photos with the iconic neon Glico Man sign and dive into the high-energy evening culinary atmosphere along the canal streets.
- Route: Walk 8โ10 mins straight south from the hotel through the covered Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Arcade onto Ebisubashi Bridge. Step down one level to the lower Tonbori River Walk boardwalk for uncrowded family photos with the Glico sign!
Kuromon Ichiba Market (Brief Visit)
Take a quick morning stroll through the stalls. Keep snacks minimal as pricing here has become heavily tourist-centric.
- Directions: Take Subway to Nippombashi Station (Exit 10) or walk 15 mins from the hotel. Stick to fresh strawberries/shine muscat cups, soy milk donuts, and tamagoyaki egg skewers (~ยฅ300) to save appetite for lunch!
Namba Yasaka Jinja
Capture striking family photos standing before the spectacular 12-meter-tall lion head main temple stage structure.
- Directions: 12-min walk west from Kuromon Market (or 6-min walk from Namba Subway Station Exit 32). Entry is free; the giant lion head (Ema-den) is famous for bringing luck in studies and victory!
Nipponbashi Den Den Town Shopping
Dive into retro gaming and anime merchandise hunting inside the flagship multi-story Animate and Super Potato stores.
- Key Stops (10 mins walk east of Namba Yasaka): Super Potato, Animate Osaka Nipponbashi, Kotobukiya, and Joshin Super Kids Land Main Store (massive Gunpla & Tamiya model floors). Bring passports for 10% Tax-Free shopping!
Late Lunch at Mizuno Okonomiyaki
Queue up at this famous establishment to savor Osaka's renowned, flourless Yamaimo-yaki okonomiyaki.
- Directions: Walk 8โ10 mins north from Den Den Town via Doguyasuji Kitchenware Street into Dotonbori. Order the signature Yamaimo-yaki (100% grated mountain yam batter with pork & scallops) and Mizuno-yaki.
Unpretentious Dinner at Shinsekai or Tsuruhashi
Escape the tourist traps! Head to Shinsekai beneath the glowing Tsutenkaku Tower for crispy Kushikatsu, or explore the narrow market alleys of Tsuruhashi for a real neighborhood Japanese BBQ (Yakiniku) feast.
- โ ๏ธ Thursday Alert: Yaekatsu in Shinsekai is closed on Thursdays (Nov 12)โso if visiting Shinsekai (Subway Midosuji Line to Dobutsuen-mae Exit 1), go to Kushikatsu Daruma Main Store or Tengu! Or take the subway 10 mins to Tsuruhashi Station (West Exit) for smoky Yakiniku alleys like Yoshida.
Osaka Castle Park & Autumn Grounds
Spend the morning exploring the towering stone moats, golden ginkgo avenues, and panoramic keep of historic Osaka Castle before riding the direct Chuo Line straight to the bay area.
- From Hotel to Castle: Walk 3 mins to Shinsaibashi / Nagahoribashi Station and ride the green Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line 4 stops east to Morinomiya Station (Exit 1 or 3-B) (8 mins, ยฅ240/pax).
- Inside Park: Take the fun Road Train near Morinomiya entrance (ยฅ400/pax) right up to the inner moat! Keep entry is ยฅ600/Adult and FREE for ages 15 & under.
- Direct Transit to Kaiyukan (Leave by 11:25 AM): From Morinomiya Station (or Tanimachi 4-chome), board the Osaka Metro Chuo Line (Green Line, bound for Cosmosquare)โit goes 100% direct with zero transfers to Osakako Station in 18 mins (ยฅ290/pax)!
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (Booked: 12:15 โ 12:30 Entry)
Marvel at the spectacular multi-story deep-ocean central tank holding the massive resident whale sharks.
- Exit at Osakako Station: Take Exit 1 and walk 5 mins north toward the Ferris wheel and Kaiyukan. Tap ๐๏ธ View Ticket above to scan your QR codes directly at the turnstiles!
- QR Scanning Note: Webket issued 4 individual QR images (attached to your confirmation email). Save them into
tickets/kaiyukan.pdfor open your Webket MyPage directly from the button!
Late Lunch at Hokkyokusei Tempozan
Dine on comforting, fluffy egg-wrapped omurice inside the historic Tempozan marketplace food alley layout right next to the aquarium exit.
- Where to Find It: Inside Tempozan Market Place (2F) inside the retro 1960s Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho food theme park right beside Kaiyukan.
Family Midday Rest Window at Hotel
Take advantage of a strategic recharge window at the Shinsaibashi hotel before the outdoor night digital forest and okonomiyaki feast.
- Route: Chuo Line from Osakako โ Hommachi, then 1 stop south on Midosuji Line to Shinsaibashi (20 mins, ยฅ290). Grab warm jackets for the outdoor night park!
teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka (Booked: 18:00 โ 20:30)
Walk through an expansive outdoor botanical park transformed into an interactive night-time digital canvas display inside Nagai Park.
- How to Get There: Board the red Midosuji Line at Shinsaibashi Station and ride 18 mins direct to Nagai Station (Exit 3) (ยฅ290). Walk 8 mins east through Nagai Park to the Botanical Garden gate.
- Live QR Screen: Tap ๐ Open Live E-Ticket in the modal to pull up the live teamLab barcode screen!
Dinner at Fukutaro Honten (Main Branch โ Tabelog Top-Rated)
Ride the Midosuji Line back north from Nagai and hop off at Namba to experience Osaka's legendary Negiyaki (green onion pancake) and Okonomiyaki cooked on the main horseshoe teppan counter.
- Zero-Detour Transit: Take the red Midosuji Line from Nagai Station โ Namba Station (14 mins, ยฅ290). Exit via Namba Walk Exit B17 / Nankai Exit 1 and walk 4 mins to Fukutaro Honten (็ฆๅคช้ ๆฌๅบ) (open until 23:00, last order 22:00).
- Queue Rule: Walk straight up to the entrance curtain first and write name & party of 4 on the clipboard sheet (or get a queue slip from staff). Order their famous Suji Negiyaki (stewed beef tendon & Kujo green onion pancake) and Pork/Seafood Okonomiyaki!
Shinkansen Transit to Himeji
Board the bullet train from Shin-Osaka straight out to Himeji Station using the final active day of the regional rail pass.
- Route: Take Midosuji Subway from Shinsaibashi โ Shin-Osaka Station (13 mins, ยฅ240). Board a ~08:45 AM Sanyo Shinkansen to Himeji Station (30 mins, covered by JR Pass).
ORIX Rent-A-Car Pick-up (Booked: 09:30 โ 20:00)
Collect the already reserved family rental vehicle (EA Class Eco Car) directly from the Himeji Station ORIX branch hub.
- Which Exit at Himeji Station: Exit via the Castle Exit / North Exit (ๅงซ่ทฏๅๅฃใปๅๅฃ) and turn LEFT (West). Walk 3 mins along the station building past the bus terminal to ORIX Rent-a-Car Himeji Ekimae.
- โ ๏ธ Mandatory Physical Documents: Passport + Singapore Driver's License + Physical 1949 IDP Booklet. Drive 4 mins to park at Otemon Parking Lot or Otemae Park Underground Parking (~ยฅ600โยฅ900) right beside Himeji Castle.
Himeji Castle & Koko-en Gardens
Tour Japanโs grandest preserved wooden castle structure (White Heron Castle) and its pristine traditional landscape gardens.
- ๐ 2026 Pricing Rule: Non-resident Adult admission is ยฅ2,500 (or ยฅ2,600 for Himeji Castle + Koko-en Garden Combo), and visitors under 18 enter Himeji Castle 100% FREE! Show passports for both 12yo boys (only ยฅ150 child fee for Koko-en Garden). Wear thick socks as shoes are removed inside the wooden keep!
Fukusaki Yokai Village Drive
Drive 30 minutes north to hunt down mechanical Kappa creatures emerging from the pond and over 20 monster park benches. Refuel, return vehicle to ORIX, and take the Shinkansen back to Osaka.
- Free Parking: Park free at Tsujikawa Tourist Exchange Center (่พปๅท่ฆณๅ ไบคๆตใปใณใฟใผ) next to Tsujikawayama Park and grab the free English Yokai Bench Map!
- โฐ Mechanical Yokai Schedule: Gajiro the Kappa pops out of the pond every 15 mins at :00, :15, :30, :45! The Inverted Tengu flies out of the lodge at :05, :20, :35, :50!
- Return: Refuel with Regular gas (Red nozzle / ใฌใฎใฅใฉใผ) near Himeji Station before returning the car to ORIX, then take the Shinkansen back to Shin-Osaka on the JR Pass.
Sagano Romantic Train (Booked: 09:02) & Horse-Drawn Carriage (09:35)
Board the 09:02 open-air scenic mountain railway from Torokko Saga/Arashiyama out to Torokko Kameoka (arrives 09:25), then transfer straight onto the 09:35 Horse-Drawn Carriage to the river boat pier.
- โฐ Morning Route (Leave Hotel at 07:15 AM):
1) 07:15: Midosuji Subway Shinsaibashi โ Umeda (7 mins, ยฅ240).
2) 07:30: JR Osaka Station (Platforms 7โ9) โ JR Special Rapid Service to JR Kyoto Station (28 mins).
3) 08:05: JR Kyoto Station (Platforms 31โ33) โ JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station (16 mins, total JR fare ยฅ990).
4) Torokko Saga Station is right outside the South Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama (1-min walk)! - Transfer at Kameoka (09:25): When the train arrives at Torokko Kameoka at 09:25, walk straight downstairs to the Horse-Drawn Carriage boarding area for the 09:35 AM departure to the boat dock.
Hozu River Rapids Flat Boat Cruise (Booked: 11:00 AM)
Board a traditional wooden flat boat steered by local boatmen to navigate the canyon rapids, dropping the family off right onto the Arashiyama riverbank.
- Check-In: Show active Booking ID ARS_HOZUGAWA-20261004-4U4C at the 2F Reception Desk upon arriving from the horse carriage to get the boat boarding number. Keep ยฅ1,500 in coins/ยฅ1,000 notes handy for the floating food boat (grilled squid, dango, oden) at the end of the canyon!
Riverside Lunch & Stroll (Peak Sunday Strategy)
Grab quick dashi noodles, street skewers, or local snacks along the scenic Arashiyama riverbank landscape.
- Recommended Quick Eats: Nakamura-ya (famous crispy beef croquettes), Arashiyama Yoshimura (takeaway soba), or local dashi udon stalls right near the landing pier.
Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple
Take a quick 7-minute taxi up the hill from the river. View the 8,000 sacred stone statues and stroll through the quiet, beautifully uncrowded bamboo path alternative.
- Why This Rocks: Skips the packed main Arashiyama bamboo grove and takes you to a serene, hidden bamboo staircase inside the temple grounds! Cash admission: Adults ยฅ500 (ร2) + Junior High 12yo ยฅ400 (ร2) = ยฅ1,800 total.
Toei Kyoto Studio Park Entry (Uzumasa Eigamura โ Booked)
Head to the park entrance. Step through open-air historical film sets, experience ninja stage shows, and witness the life-sized Evangelion Base during daytime hours.
- Transit: Hail a taxi via GO / Uber app outside Adashino Nenbutsu-ji to Toei Kyoto Studio Park (10 mins, ~ยฅ1,600). If traffic looks slow, ride JR train 1 stop to JR Uzumasa Station.
- Ticket Presentation: Show your phone with the live ticket URL from
ticket.eigamura.com/ticket/purchased(or scan offline QR codes fromtickets/eigamura.pdf) at the gate!
Uzumasa Yokai Parade (17:30) & Night Procession (19:30)
Watch the lantern-lit Edo-period streets transform as a spectacular procession of mythical monsters, kitsune, and demons march past. Join the community "Yokai Dance" finale!
- Return to Osaka Hotel: Walk 5 mins from the park's West Exit to JR Uzumasa Station โ ride JR Sagano Line to Kyoto Station (11 mins) โ JR Special Rapid Service to Osaka Station (28 mins) โ Midosuji Subway to Shinsaibashi (7 mins).
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Walk through the striking, endless paths of vermilion Torii gates along the peaceful lower mountain loop.
- ๐ก Insider Route: Take Midosuji Subway 2 stops north from Shinsaibashi โ Yodoyabashi Station (4 mins, ยฅ190). Transfer to the Keihan Main Line Limited Express to Tambabashi (38 mins), then hop across the platform 2 stops to Fushimi-Inari Station (ยฅ430). Walk 4 mins east to the shrine!
- Loop Tip: Hike through the Senbon Torii tunnels up to Yotsutsuji Intersection (~30 mins) for panoramic views, then head back down by 10:00 AM for Nintendo KYOTO!
Nintendo KYOTO Flagship (Takashimaya S.C. 7F) & Pokรฉmon Center Kyoto
Ride the direct 9-minute Keihan train from Fushimi-Inari to Gion-Shijo to experience giant Super Mario warp pipes, the rooftop Goal Pole photo spot, and exclusive merch at Nintendo KYOTO, plus Pokรฉmon Center Kyoto nearby!
- Transit from Fushimi Inari: Board the Keihan Line at Fushimi-Inari Station and ride 5 stops north to Gion-Shijo Station (9 mins, ยฅ220/pax). Walk across Shijo Bridge directly into Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. (T8 Building 7F).
- Highlights: Giant Mario emerging from the 1F Warp Pipe, exclusive Kyoto grid-design Nintendo merchandise on 7F, and the life-sized Super Mario Goal Pole on the 7F rooftop! Walk 6 mins west along Shijo Street to Pokรฉmon Center Kyoto (2F SUINA Muromachi) and grab lunch before taking the Karasuma Subway 2 stops south to Kyoto Station (4 mins, ยฅ220).
teamLab Biovortex Kyoto (Booked: 14:00 โ 14:30 Entry)
Japan's largest indoor teamLab museum (10,000 mยฒ), featuring over 50 interactive installations including Athletics Forest and Future Park.
- Which Exit at Kyoto Station: Take the Hachijo East Exit (ๅ ซๆกๆฑๅฃ) and walk 8 mins southeast. Flat sneakers are required for the Athletics Forest climbing installations (free lockers inside for bags).
Shirakawa Canal Dusk Walk & Gion Lanes
Cross Shijo Bridge to wander the stunning stone-paved canal street, beautifully lit by lanterns beneath willow trees. Stroll past traditional machiya teahouses right as dusk hits.
- Fastest Transit: Walk 7 mins east from teamLab across the bridge to Keihan Tofukuji / Nanajo Station and ride 2โ3 stops north to Gion-Shijo Station (Exit 9) (5 mins, ยฅ220)โsteps from Tatsumi Bridge!
Transit to Eikandล Zenrin-ji
Walk to the Gion Bus Stop. Board City Bus Line 203. Alight at Higashitennocho Bus Stop and walk 8 minutes to the temple gates. (Flat fare: ยฅ230, tap with ICOCA. Taxis from Gion take 10 mins as a backup option).
- Tip: For 4 people, a 10-minute taxi from Gion (~ยฅ1,300 total) is barely ยฅ380 more than 4 bus fares (ยฅ920) and drops you right near the temple lane!
Eikandล Autumn Night Illumination
Experience the absolute pinnacle of Kyoto's autumn foliage. Walk the garden bridges to witness 3,000 blazing red maple trees lit up and perfectly mirrored on the Hลjล Pond.
- Return to Osaka: Walk 12 mins south to Keage Subway Station โ ride 3 stops to Sanjo Keihan โ Keihan Limited Express to Yodoyabashi โ Midosuji Line 2 stops to Shinsaibashi.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple Wooden Stage
Capture early morning silence on the massive structural cliffside stage, followed by an empty downhill stroll of Sannenzaka steps.
- Route: Midosuji Subway to Yodoyabashi โ Keihan Limited Express to Shichijo Station (45 mins, ยฅ620). Take a 5-min taxi (~ยฅ800 total) up the steep hill to the temple gates, then enjoy walking downhill through Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka!
Sanjusangendo Temple
View the awe-inspiring, historic main hall lined with exactly 1,001 uniquely hand-carved golden statues of Kannon.
- Directions: 15-min downhill walk from Kiyomizu-dera (or 4-min ยฅ700 taxi). No photos allowed inside the main hall.
Nishiki Market Lunch & Stroll
Head up to the narrow market street for iconic street-food skewers followed by modern boutique walks through Kawaramachi.
- Directions: Walk 5 mins from Sanjusangendo to Keihan Shichijo Station โ ride 2 stops north to Gion-Shijo (3 mins, ยฅ220) and cross Shijo Bridge to Nishiki Market. Try Miki Keiran dashi tamagoyaki, Tako Tamago, and Konna Monja soy milk donuts.
Seimei Shrine (Mystical Pentagram Hub)
Head 15 minutes north from the market via bus/taxi. Explore the distinct occult-vibe grounds dedicated to Japanโs legendary exorcist Abe no Seimei. Spot the pentagram stars stamped onto roof tiles and collect protective amulets.
- How to Get There: Board Kyoto City Bus #12 at Shijo Kawaramachi or Shijo Karasuma right to Ichijo Modoribashi / Seimei-jinja-mae (15 mins, ยฅ230/pax on IC card, or a ~ยฅ1,500 taxi for 4). Touch the bronze Yakuyoke Momo (Evil-Warding Peach) and check out the pentagram omamori charms!
Scenic Gion Walk & Traditional Machiya Cafe Recharge
Instead of commuting back to Osaka mid-afternoon, head directly to Gion (via Bus #12) to relax on tatami mats inside a traditional wooden Machiya teahouse overlooking autumn gardens or the Shirakawa canal.
- Direct Bus from Seimei Shrine: Board City Bus #12 right outside Seimei Shrineโit runs direct to Gion!
- Top 4 Scenic Gion Rest Cafes:
1) Gion Komori (ใใใๅฐๆฃฎ): Historic former teahouse right on the Shirakawa Canal with tatami rooms and matcha warabimochi parfaits.
2) eX cafe Gion Yasaka: Inside Maruyama Park next to Yasaka Shrineโgrill your own warm dango skewers on miniature charcoal hibachi stoves overlooking a Japanese garden!
3) Kagizen Yoshifusa (้ตๅ่ฏๆฟ): 300-year-old sweet shop with a serene garden serving Kuzukiri in black sugar syrup.
4) Saryo Tsujiri Gion Honten: Famous Uji matcha parfaits on Shijo Street.
Yasaka Shrine Night Visit & Pontocho Dinner
Experience the stunning central dance stage lit up by hundreds of glowing white lanterns against the dark night sky. Walk into the narrow lantern-lit Pontocho Alley for an atmospheric family dinner.
- Walk from Gion to Pontocho: After viewing the glowing lantern stage at Yasaka Shrine, walk 8 mins west down Shijo Street across the Kamo River bridge and turn right into Pontocho Alley (ๅ ๆ็บ) (or parallel Kiyamachi Street).
- Easy Return to Osaka Hotel: Walk 3 mins to Keihan Gion-Shijo Station โ take the Keihan Limited Express to Yodoyabashi (45 mins, ยฅ430) โ Midosuji Subway 2 stops to Shinsaibashi (4 mins, ยฅ190).
Kids Plaza Osaka Creative Kingdom
Let the boys interact freely with custom-designed multi-story indoor discovery play spaces and mazes.
- ๐ฆ Airport Luggage Courier Note: Book Airporter (airporter.co.jp) online tonight by 23:00. Hand large suitcases to the DEL style front desk before 09:00 AM on Day 12 for same-day delivery to KIX 4F International Departures (~ยฅ2,500โยฅ3,000/bag). Keep your backpacks for Day 12!
- Direct Subway Route: Walk 5 mins from hotel to Nagahoribashi Station and ride the brown Sakaisuji Line 4 stops north to Ogimachi Station (Exit 2) (7 mins, ยฅ240/pax)โExit 2 connects directly into Kids Plaza!
Early Lunch at Harukoma Sushi
Arrive 10mins early to beat the crowds and stop for premium, thick cuts at Harukoma Sushi Main Store.
- How to Get There: Walk 4 mins east from Kids Plaza into the covered Tenjinbashisuji 5-chome Arcade. Both Harukoma Main Store and Harukoma Branch (1 min south) open at 11:00 AM.
- โ ๏ธ Important Note: Harukoma is CASH ONLY! Write the sushi order numbers on the paper pad using the English menu.
Tenjinbashi Arcade
Explore Japanโs longest covered shopping street arcade.
- Best Route: Stroll south from 5-chome down toward Minamimorimachi Station. Stop at Nakamura-ya (ไธญๆๅฑ) outside Exit 4 for famous ยฅ100 crispy potato croquettes, then ride the Sakaisuji Line back to Nagahoribashi/Shinsaibashi.
Megane Ichiba Osaka Shinsaibashi Pick-up
Collect the completed progressive glasses prepared via cross-branch fulfillment. Test prescription clarity and have custom structural alignment fittings adjusted smoothly.
- Directions: Inside the covered Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Arcade (5 mins walk south of the hotel). Bring Kobe claim slip for final fitting adjustments.
Last-Minute Shinsaibashi Arcade Souvenir Sweep
Stroll down the covered Shinsaibashi-suji arcade toward Dotonbori. Hit the massive multi-story Don Quijote, Pokรฉmon Center DX, or character stores to wrap up souvenir shopping checklist.
- Character Floors: Daimaru Shinsaibashi 9F has Pokรฉmon Center Osaka DX; connected Shinsaibashi PARCO 6F has Nintendo OSAKA, Capcom Store, JUMP SHOP, and Godzilla Store!
- Don Quijote Coupon: Tap the red ๐ท๏ธ Donki 10%+5% Coupon button above at checkout with passport for 10% Tax-Free + 5% extra off (ยฅ10,000+) or 7% off (ยฅ30,000+).
Grand Finale Family Dinner: Premium All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku
Celebrate the final night in Japan with a premium all-you-can-order grill feast at Yakiniku Rikimaru or Aburiya in Shinsaibashi. Features top-tier cuts of beef along with dedicated pork, chicken, fresh seafood, stone-pot sides, and specialty dessert courses.
- Tip: Both Yakiniku Rikimaru Shinsaibashi and Aburiya Dotombori Midosuji allow online reservations via Google Maps / Tabelogโbook the 19:00 table a few days ahead!
TAKOPA (Osaka Takoyaki Park) Lunch Crawl
Hit the famous Universal CityWalk takoyaki assembly zone right at 11:00 AM opening for a lightning-fast street food crawl across Osaka's top legendary vendors before the 12:00 PM Onsen booking.
- How to Get There: Take the green Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line from Shinsaibashi โ Taisho Station (7 mins, ยฅ240), then JR Loop / Yumesaki Line to Universal City Station (10 mins, ยฅ190). Walk 1 min into Universal CityWalk (4F)โTAKOPA opens at 11:00 AM sharp! Pick 1 stall to order from immediately.
- โฐ 11:35 AM Transfer to Solaniwa Onsen: Ride JR Yumesaki Line from Universal City โ Nishikujo (5 mins), then 1 stop south on JR Loop Line to Bentencho Station (3 mins, ยฅ190)!
Solaniwa Onsen Osaka Bay Experience (Booked: 12:00 Private Open-Air Bath)
Relax in the reserved Deluxe Japanese-style Tatami Room with Private Open-Air Bath, wear casual Yukata robes, and explore the massive rooftop foot-bath landscape gardens!
- Which Exit at Bentencho Station: From JR Bentencho Station (North Exit, 2F), walk across the covered 2F pedestrian skybridge directly into Osaka Bay Tower (2F Solaniwa Onsen Entrance) (3 mins).
- ๐ก Fee & Age Rule: The 12:00 PM booking covers the private Tatami Open-Air Bath room. At check-in, you pay the general facility admission (includes Yukata, towels, rooftop garden & public baths)โat Solaniwa, ages 4โ12 qualify for the ยฅ1,320 Child rate (Adults ~ยฅ2,640 + ยฅ150 bath tax).
Rinku Premium Outlets Shopping & Final Airport Transfer
Take the direct line right to the airport gateway canal edge for final discount brand apparel shopping sweeps before riding 1 stop across the skybridge to KIX Terminal 1 for the 20:30 flight check-in.
- Direct Train from Solaniwa (Bentencho): Board the JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service (้ข็ฉบๅฟซ้) at JR Bentencho Station (Platform 1)โit runs 100% direct to Rinku-Town Station in 52 mins (ยฅ860/pax on TOICA/Suica).
- ๐ท๏ธ Free Tourist Coupon Book: Show the passports at the 1F Information Center inside Rinku Premium Outlets first to get the Foreign Visitor Coupon Book (extra 5%โ20% off + 10% Tax-Free)!
- โ๏ธ 19:45 โ 1-Stop Hop to KIX & Luggage Pickup: Ride JR or Nankai 1 stop from Rinku-Town to Kansai Airport Station (5 mins, ยฅ370). Head up to the 4th Floor International Departures Hall at KIX Terminal 1 to collect your Airporter couriered suitcases before the 20:30 check-in!
