10 days in Kyoto, Kobe & Osaka Itinerary

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

You've added Gion, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kiyomizu-Zaka Street, and other attractions to your itinerary. On the 17th (Sat), hunt for treasures at Nishiki Market Shopping District, shop like a local with Kiyomizu-Zaka Street, and then wander the streets of Gion. On the next day, contemplate the long history of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and then delve into the lush surroundings at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

To find photos, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Kyoto trip maker site.

Surabaya, Indonesia to Kyoto is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Surabaya to Kyoto is 2 hours. In April, Kyoto is much colder than Surabaya - with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. On the 19th (Mon), you'll travel to Kobe.

Walkable, small, and aesthetically charming, Kobe has served as Japan's first and premier international trading outpost since opening to trade with China in the mid-19th century.

You've now added Arima Onsen to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): indulge in Japan's hot spring tradition at Arima Onsen.

Plan my day in Kobe using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Inspirock.

You can take a train from Kyoto to Kobe in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Kobe are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. On the 20th (Tue), you'll travel to Osaka.

Proud of their hometown's distinct culture and dialect, many natives of Osaka describe their city as "Japan's anti-capital." An antidote to Tokyo's hectic energy, Osaka marches to the beat of its own drum, serving as the country's longtime commercial and industrial hub.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Dotombori District, Kobe Harborland, Nankinmachi (Kobe Chinatown), and other attractions you added. Kids will appreciate attractions like Umeda Sky Building and Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

To see ratings, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Osaka travel planning app.

You can drive from Kobe to Osaka in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Osaka can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.