Is 7 days in Osaka too long?

You could easily spend a week in Osaka without feeling bored. But, for most people with limited time, a few days in Osaka would be good. For example, if you're coming to Japan for 10 days, it would make sense to spend a night and parts of two days in Osaka (and spend the rest of the time in Kyoto and Tokyo).



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It is possible to discover Japan in 1 month or in 7 days. It depends on what you want to visit and how much time you want to spend there.

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Of course, there is so much to see in Japan, but if you have a limited time frame for your Japan itinerary, seven days is a really good amount of time to get to know a few places in the country. Plus, even if you can't see everything, one week in Japan is going to be magical regardless!

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Ten days is more than enough for a first-time visitor, but if you have a few more days, you could easily stretch this schedule to two weeks in Japan or skip one or two destinations if you just have a week in Japan.

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Nevertheless, the ideal duration for a visit to Japan varies on your style of travel and of course the places you plan to visit. But 14 days would be the sweet spot for several reasons. First of all, this allows you to have more leeway to jump from place to place.

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Japan has a reputation as an expensive place to travel to, but it's an image that doesn't hold up on the ground. With a little strategy, a visit can be very reasonable – budget-friendly, even. Many of the country's major sights, for example, cost nothing, and free festivals take place year-round.

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If you want to be at the heart of everything, Tokyo can be your best bet. But, if you want to enjoy a lower cost of living and friendlier neighbors, Osaka can be the better choice. Both cities have something unique to offer, and living in either city can be a fantastic experience.

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A good breakdown is 2 days in Osaka and 4 in Kyoto. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most convenient airport to Osaka and Kyoto. A Japan Rail Pass is not a good idea for this itinerary, but a Kansai Thru Pass may be.

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With your Japan Rail Pass The Hikari and Kodama trains on this line are covered by the pass, and can take you from Shin-Osaka Station in Osaka to either Shinagawa Station or Tokyo Station in Tokyo in under 3 hours.

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As these trains are not covered by JR pass, a one-way Osaka to Tokyo train ticket costs around 160 USD in peak season and around 120 USD off peak. Read more about the Japanese train tickets here.

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$5000 is more than enough for one person for at comfortable two-week trip after an economy airfare from the USA and economy to mid-range hotel reservations are arranged in advance.

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The cost for one person to visit Japan for a week is 155 000 ¥ – 200 000 ¥ (1200 USD – 1500 USD) (bare in mind that it depends on the person/ offers/ period/ and preferences). Food: On average per day a moderate budget tourist spends about 4,500 ¥ on food.

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Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka are the top places to visit in Japan for first-timers if you only have 1 week or so. Most Japan first-timers travel to Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka. These three cities represent the best of Japan's urban experience, with a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture.

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Ryokans are traditional Japanese inns where travelers can experience authentic Japanese culture. It begins on arrival when you trade in your shoes and clothes for slippers and a comfortable yukata robe. Relax over green tea in your tatami mat room, soak in the onsen (hot springs), and enjoy seasonal kaiseki cuisine.

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