Most flights from Kuala Lumpur arrive in Osaka between morning and early afternoon. This itinerary assumes arrival at Kansai International Airport (KIX) around 11:00 AM.
Day 1 Summary
Arrival Airport: Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Hotel Area: Namba
Estimated Spending:
- Airport Train: RM35–50
- Lunch: RM30
- Attractions: Free
- Dinner & Snacks: RM60–120
- Shopping: Optional
Total Budget: RM150–250 (excluding shopping)
11:00 AM – Arrive at Kansai International Airport
After immigration and baggage collection, purchase an IC card (ICOCA) from the station.
Recommended:
- ICOCA Card: ¥2,000 (includes ¥500 refundable deposit)
This card can be used on trains, convenience stores and vending machines throughout Osaka.
Time Required:
- Immigration: 30–60 minutes
- Train ticket purchase: 10 minutes
12:30 PM – Travel to Namba
Recommended Train:
Nankai Airport Express
Travel Time:
Approximately 45 minutes
Fare:
Around ¥970
Alternative:
Nankai Rapi:t Airport Express
Travel Time:
Approximately 35 minutes
Fare:
Around ¥1,450
If it is your first visit, the Airport Express is usually sufficient.
1:30 PM – Check In to Hotel
Recommended Areas:
- Namba
- Shinsaibashi
- Dotonbori
These locations allow most attractions to be reached on foot.
Budget Hotels:
- APA Hotel Namba
- Sotetsu Fresa Inn
- Hiyori Hotel
Expected Cost:
RM250–450 per night
2:30 PM – Lunch at Kuromon Market
Opening Hours:
Most shops operate between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Recommended Foods:
- Fresh scallops
- Wagyu skewers
- Grilled crab
- Tamagoyaki
Budget:
¥1,500–3,000
Estimated Time:
1–1.5 hours
4:00 PM – Walk Around Shinsaibashi
Opening Hours:
Most shops operate from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Popular Stores:
- Uniqlo
- GU
- Don Quijote
- ABC Mart
- Nintendo Store
Recommended Budget:
¥0–10,000 depending on shopping plans
6:00 PM – Dotonbori Exploration
Best Time:
Just before sunset
Main Attractions:
- Glico Running Man Sign
- Ebisu Bridge
- Dotonbori Canal
- Neon Light District
Cost:
Free
Photography Time:
30–60 minutes
7:00 PM – Dinner
Recommended Restaurants:
Takoyaki Wanaka
Average Spend:
¥600–1,000
Mizuno Okonomiyaki
Average Spend:
¥1,500–2,500
Ichiran Ramen
Average Spend:
¥1,200–1,800
Choose only one to avoid overeating before dessert and street snacks.
8:30 PM – Night Walk and Dessert
Recommended:
- Rikuro Cheesecake
- Matcha Ice Cream
- Melon Pan Ice Cream
Budget:
¥500–1,000
This is when Dotonbori looks most impressive with all the neon lights illuminated.
10:00 PM – Return to Hotel
Get a good night’s rest.
Tomorrow’s itinerary includes:
- Osaka Castle
- Osaka Castle Park
- Umeda Sky Building
- Grand Front Osaka
- Hep Five Ferris Wheel
Estimated Day 2 Budget:
RM200–350