Trip to Japan: 14 days
Generated on 1 October 2026 by the assistant, untouched. Prices read that day, shown as estimates.
The request · the assistant's reply
2 people from New York to Japan, 24 December 2026 to 6 January 2027. Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Well-rated hotels in the centre of each city. A full programme every day: one guided tour, a temple or museum, a neighbourhood to explore, lunch and dinner in local restaurants, and the train between cities. Transfers by public transport or taxi, no rental car.
- Identifying places: Tokyo
- Identifying places: Kyoto
- Identifying places: Osaka
- Checking flights: New York (JFK) → Tokyo
- Checking flights: New York (JFK) → Tokyo
The programme is complete. Flights fly into Tokyo for New Year's Eve and back out of Osaka, saving a backtrack to the first city. The outbound flight costs a bit more than the cheapest option on file because it lands early afternoon on the 25th instead of a day later, keeping a full first evening in Shinjuku.
Hotels sit within a kilometre or two of each city's centre and carry strong ratings: Kimpton Shinjuku, The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by the river, and Conrad Osaka right on Nakanoshima. Kyoto to Osaka has no priced train on file, only bus or taxi, and the last hop from central Osaka to Kansai Airport came back with an unreliable routing, so that transfer stays unpriced: plan on the airport train or limousine bus and confirm the fare locally. New Year's Day in Kyoto keeps lighter, self-guided activities since many sites close.
Each city keeps one fully free day to wander on your own. Want me to swap any hotel for a different area, or look at a rental car instead of trains between cities?
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka over New Year
Thursday 24 December → Wednesday 6 January · 2 people
11,865 USD
5,932 USD per person · approximate conversions · prices partly estimated · total from 11,522 to 12,225 USD
- Flight4,416.32 USD
- Meal857.30 USD
- Lodging6,239.86 USD
- Transfer351.45 USD
14 activities: price at the seller · 1 step without a known price: Osaka to Kansai Airport
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D1Thursday 24 December, Tokyo1 step2,391 USD
- Flight
Flight New York to Tokyo
17 h 35 · 1 stop via MSP07:00JFK14:35+1 dTYO- Delta Air Lines
- cabin bag included
- checked bag not included
1,195.53 USD per person · 2,391.06 USD for 2See on the seller's site↗Details
- Flight DL 2390
- Economy
- Stop in MSP: 1 h 09
2 other options · from 970.12 USD per person1 of 2: Delta Air Lines
30 h 15 · 1 stop via LAX19:0515:20+2 d970.12 USD per person −225.41 USD per person
- overnight stop in LAX, 11 h 43
- cabin bag included
- checked bag not included
Cheaper fare, loses a full day on arrival
Ask the assistant: this choice would change other steps
Details
- Flight DL 707
- Economy
- Stop in LAX: 11 h 43, overnight
2 of 2: Qatar Airways
22 h 25 · 1 stop via DOH10:3022:55+1 d1,146.58 USD per person −48.95 USD per person
- cabin bag included
- checked bag included
Similar price, arrives very late evening
Details
- Flight QR 704
- Economy
- Stop in DOH: 45 min
D2Friday 25 December, Tokyo3 steps656 USD
- Transfer
Narita Airport to Shinjuku
Narita Airport → Shinjuku, Tokyo
- 1 h 30
3,070 JPY ≈ 20 USD per person · 6,140 JPY ≈ 39 USD for 2fare of 11 SeptTimetable to check, JR East
Details
- medium reliability · fare of 11 Sept
1 other option · from 21,000 JPY ≈ 134 USD for the group · Estimated1 of 1: Taxi · about 1 h 45
21,000 to 28,000 JPY for the group ≈ 134 to 178 USD
estimated price · estimated on 11 Sept
Door to door, costs more
Details
- medium reliability · based on the published fare · estimated on 11 Sept
- Lodging
Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo by IHG
25 December → 31 December
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 3.9 km from the centre
Details
- Room: Room, 2 Twin Beds (Essential)
2 other options · from 2,011.38 USD for 6 nights1 of 2: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
2,655.62 USD for 6 nights −1,045.44 USD for 6 nights
442.60 USD per night
+ 15.25 USD payable at the property · 2,670.87 USD all in
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 4.2 km from the centre
Cheaper, a bit further from the centre
Details
- Room: Standard Twin Plus (twin beds)
- Payable at the property: fee 15.25 USD
2 of 2: Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
2,011.38 USD for 6 nights −1,689.68 USD for 6 nights
335.23 USD per night
+ 174.90 USD payable at the property · 2,186.28 USD all in
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 5.9 km from the centre
Cheaper, further out, extra fees on site
Details
- Room: Standard, 1 Bed Queen, with balcony (Non-Smoking)
- Payable at the property: VAT 174.90 USD
- Free time
Settle in, first evening in Shinjuku
D3Saturday 26 December, Tokyo4 steps764 USD
Night included: 616.84 USD · Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Activity
Senso-ji Temple guided tour
Tokyo: Old Town Asakusa Guided Tour -Senso-ji Temple Visit
- 1 h 30
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Asakusa Walking Tour: Senso-ji Temple & Old Tokyo
price at the seller
- 2 h
Similar walk, slightly less guiding detail
2 of 2: Tokyo Imperial Palace, Asakusa Temple and Tokyo Tower Guided Tour
price at the seller
- 4 h
Adds Imperial Palace and Tokyo Tower, longer day
- Meal
Lunch near Asakusa · 宇奈とと
- 4.4 km from the centre
21 to 46 EUR ≈ 24 to 52 USD per person · 42 to 92 EUR ≈ 48 to 104 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: つし馬
8 to 18 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 20.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 4.3 km from the centre
Cheaper noodle option, same area
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: まぐろひと
21 to 46 EUR per person ≈ 24 to 52 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 4.3 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
- Activity
Shibuya highlights walking tour
Tokyo: Shibuya Highlights Walking Tour & Secret View Spot
- 1 h 30
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Guided E-Bike Tour Hidden Streets and Local Neighborhoods
price at the seller
- 3 h
Covers more ground by e-bike, costs more
2 of 2: Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys
price at the seller
- 10 h
Self-guided, no fixed schedule
- Meal
Dinner in Shinjuku · やよい軒
- 6 km from the centre
20 to 44 EUR ≈ 23 to 50 USD per person · 40 to 88 EUR ≈ 45 to 100 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: みた葉
8 to 17 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 19.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 5.9 km from the centre
Cheaper ramen option
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: 築地すし好
20 to 44 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 50 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 6 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D4Sunday 27 December, Tokyo3 steps690 USD
Night included: 616.84 USD · Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Activity
Imperial Palace walking tour
Tokyo Castle & Imperial Palace - Shogun Walking Tour
- 2 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
price at the seller
- 4 h - 8 h
Fully private and flexible, costs more
2 of 2: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
price at the seller
- 4 h - 8 h
Longer private tour, costs more
- Activity
E-bike tour of local neighbourhoods
Tokyo Guided E-Bike Tour Hidden Streets and Local Neighborhoods
- 3 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys
price at the seller
- 10 h
Self-guided and cheaper, no guide
2 of 2: Tokyo Private Customized Tour with a Next-Gen Local Guide
price at the seller
- 1 h - 8 h
Private and flexible, costs more
- Meal
Dinner in Shinjuku · 鳥良商店
- 5.9 km from the centre
20 to 44 EUR ≈ 23 to 50 USD per person · 40 to 88 EUR ≈ 45 to 100 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: すごい煮干ラーメン凪
8 to 18 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 20.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 5.8 km from the centre
Cheaper ramen option
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: Rahmen King
20 to 43 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 49 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 6 km from the centre
Similar price, different noodle style
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D5Monday 28 December, Tokyo4 steps764 USD
Night included: 616.84 USD · Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Activity
Imperial Palace, Asakusa and Tokyo Tower tour
Tokyo Imperial Palace, Asakusa Temple and Tokyo Tower Guided Tour
- 4 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
price at the seller
- 4 h - 8 h
Fully private, costs more
2 of 2: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
price at the seller
- 4 h - 8 h
Longer private format, costs more
- Meal
Lunch near Asakusa · 牛光
- 4.4 km from the centre
21 to 46 EUR ≈ 24 to 52 USD per person · 42 to 92 EUR ≈ 48 to 104 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: つし馬
8 to 18 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 20.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 4.3 km from the centre
Cheaper noodle option
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: 元祖寿司
21 to 46 EUR per person ≈ 24 to 52 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 4.3 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
- Activity
Private customized Tokyo tour
Tokyo Private Customized Tour with a Next-Gen Local Guide
- 1 h - 8 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Guided E-Bike Tour Hidden Streets and Local Neighborhoods
price at the seller
- 3 h
Fixed e-bike route, costs more
2 of 2: Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys
price at the seller
- 10 h
Self-guided and cheaper
- Meal
Dinner in Shinjuku · ガスト
- 5.8 km from the centre
20 to 44 EUR ≈ 23 to 50 USD per person · 40 to 88 EUR ≈ 45 to 100 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: みた葉
8 to 17 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 19.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 5.9 km from the centre
Cheaper ramen option
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜
20 to 44 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 50 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 5.9 km from the centre
Similar price, different cuisine
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D6Tuesday 29 December, Tokyo2 steps646 USD
Night included: 616.84 USD · Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Free time
Free day in Tokyo, neighbourhoods of your choice
- Meal
Dinner in Shinjuku · すごい煮干ラーメン凪
- 5.8 km from the centre
8 to 18 EUR ≈ 9.10 to 20.00 USD per person · 16 to 36 EUR ≈ 18 to 41 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 20 EUR ≈ 23 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: やよい軒
20 to 44 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 50 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 6 km from the centre
Pricier but wider local menu
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: 築地すし好
20 to 44 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 50 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 6 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D7Wednesday 30 December, Tokyo3 steps690 USD
Night included: 616.84 USD · Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Activity
Half-day private tour with licensed guide
Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
- 4 h - 8 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
price at the seller
- 4 h - 8 h
Can run longer, similar price
2 of 2: Tokyo Imperial Palace, Asakusa Temple and Tokyo Tower Guided Tour
price at the seller
- 4 h
Fixed itinerary, costs less
- Activity
Self-guided tour of hidden alleys
Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys
- 10 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Tokyo Guided E-Bike Tour Hidden Streets and Local Neighborhoods
price at the seller
- 3 h
Guided by e-bike, costs more
2 of 2: Tokyo: Shibuya Highlights Walking Tour & Secret View Spot
price at the seller
- 1 h 30
Guided and shorter, costs more
- Meal
Dinner in Shinjuku · しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜
- 5.9 km from the centre
20 to 44 EUR ≈ 23 to 50 USD per person · 40 to 88 EUR ≈ 45 to 100 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 20 EUR ≈ 23 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: 鳥良商店
20 to 44 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 50 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 5.9 km from the centre
Similar price, different cuisine
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: Rahmen King
20 to 43 EUR per person ≈ 23 to 49 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 6 km from the centre
Similar price, different noodle style
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D8Thursday 31 December, Kyoto4 steps620 USD
- Transfer
Train Tokyo to Kyoto
Tokyo → Kyoto
- 2 h 15
- Nozomi
13,970 JPY ≈ 89 USD per person · 27,940 JPY ≈ 178 USD for 2fare of 14 SeptTimetable to check, Shinkansen Nozomi
Details
- good reliability · fare of 14 Sept
1 other option · from 4,820 JPY ≈ 31 USD for the group · Estimated1 of 1: Car · about 6 h 00
4,820 to 7,090 JPY for the group ≈ 31 to 45 USD
estimated price · estimated on 14 Sept
Much cheaper, journey takes most of the day
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 14 Sept
- Lodging
Hotel in central Kyoto
The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic
31 December → 4 January
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 0.7 km from the centre
Details
- Room: Standard Double Room Smoking (E Cigarettes Only)
2 other options · from 1,532 USD for 4 nights1 of 2: Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
2,446.10 USD for 4 nights +873.18 USD for 4 nights
611.53 USD per night
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 1.5 km from the centre
Quieter area, further from the station
Details
- Room: Superior Twin Room Non Smoking
2 of 2: Hotel Granvia Kyoto
1,532 USD for 4 nights −40.92 USD for 4 nights
383 USD per night
+ 133.22 USD payable at the property · 1,665.22 USD all in
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 2.9 km from the centre
Right at the station, slightly lower rating
Details
- Room: Twin Room Standard Smoking
- Payable at the property: VAT 133.22 USD
- Free time
New Year's Eve in Kyoto
- Meal
Dinner in Gion, Kyoto · 土井
- 0.6 km from the centre
2,380 to 5,300 JPY ≈ 15 to 34 USD per person · 4,760 to 10,600 JPY ≈ 30 to 68 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other optionsPlaces at the same price: 一力亭↗ · まんざら↗
1 of 2: 一力亭
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.6 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: まんざら
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.7 km from the centre
Similar price, different menu
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
D9Friday 1 January, Kyoto3 steps442 USD
Night included: 393.23 USD · Hotel in central Kyoto
- Activity
Self-guided Zen temples tour
Hidden Temples in Kyoto a Self-Guided Zen Tour
- 5 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
1 other option1 of 1: Kyoto Self Guided Walking Tour Gion Alleys with Audio and Quiz
price at the seller
- 1 h 30 - 2 h
Focused on Gion alleys instead of temples
- Activity
Nijo Castle guided tour
Kyoto: Nijo Castle World Heritage Guided Tour with Admission
- 1 h 30
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Kyoto: Kinkaku ji Temple Historical Guided Tour
price at the seller
- 2 h - 4 h
Visits Kinkaku-ji instead, similar price
2 of 2: [Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting
price at the seller
- 3 h - 4 h
Adds a photo session, costs more
- Meal
Dinner in Gion, Kyoto · マハラジャ
- 0.6 km from the centre
2,380 to 5,300 JPY ≈ 15 to 34 USD per person · 4,760 to 10,600 JPY ≈ 30 to 68 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Some places may be closed for New Year's Day
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 2,380 JPY ≈ 15 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: ちんみん
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.6 km from the centre
Similar price, different menu
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: Sushiro
2,390 to 5,320 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.5 km from the centre
Chain option, similar price
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
D10Saturday 2 January, Kyoto4 steps479 USD
Night included: 393.23 USD · Hotel in central Kyoto
- Activity
Kinkaku-ji Temple guided tour
Kyoto Kinkaku ji Temple Serene Garden Guided Tour with Tickets
- 3 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Kyoto: Kinkaku ji Temple Historical Guided Tour
price at the seller
- 2 h - 4 h
Similar price, slightly different format
2 of 2: [Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting
price at the seller
- 3 h - 4 h
Adds a photo session, costs more
- Meal
Lunch in Arashiyama · Kyoto Arashiyama Wagyu Rokueitei
- 8.3 km from the centre
1,800 to 4,000 JPY ≈ 11 to 25 USD per person · 3,600 to 8,000 JPY ≈ 23 to 51 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 1,790 JPY ≈ 11 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: Teuchi Soba Sobashiki Arashiyama Sohonten
1,800 to 4,000 JPY per person ≈ 11 to 25 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 8.4 km from the centre
Noodle option, similar price
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: Sushi Naritaya
1,790 to 3,990 JPY per person ≈ 11 to 25 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 8.4 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
- Activity
Bamboo Forest and temple guided tour
Kyoto Guided Tour of Bamboo Forest, Temple and more
- 3 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Kyoto E-Bike Tour of Hidden Gems Backstreets and Temples
price at the seller
- 4 h
By e-bike, costs more
2 of 2: Gion & Fushimi Inari Highlights Tour with Licensed Guide
price at the seller
- 6 h
Adds Fushimi Inari, costs more
- Meal
Dinner in Gion, Kyoto · 鮨 忠保
- 0.6 km from the centre
2,390 to 5,310 JPY ≈ 15 to 34 USD per person · 4,780 to 10,620 JPY ≈ 30 to 68 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 2,380 JPY ≈ 15 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: 又吉1
2,390 to 5,310 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.6 km from the centre
Similar price, different menu
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: 鉄板焼 お好み焼 悠
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.6 km from the centre
Similar price, grilled dishes
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
D11Sunday 3 January, Kyoto2 steps442 USD
Night included: 393.23 USD · Hotel in central Kyoto
- Free time
Free day in Kyoto, neighbourhoods of your choice
- Meal
Dinner in Gion, Kyoto · Udon Shiogama
- 0.7 km from the centre
2,380 to 5,300 JPY ≈ 15 to 34 USD per person · 4,760 to 10,600 JPY ≈ 30 to 68 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other optionsPlaces at the same price: まんざら↗ · 一力亭↗
1 of 2: まんざら
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.7 km from the centre
Similar price, different menu
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: 一力亭
2,380 to 5,300 JPY per person ≈ 15 to 34 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 0.6 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · based on official statistics · estimated on 17 Sept
D12Monday 4 January, Osaka4 steps695 USD
- Transfer
Transfer Kyoto to Osaka
Kyoto → Osaka
- 2 h 15
17,940 to 26,380 JPY ≈ 114 to 168 USD for the groupestimated price · estimated on 11 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Timetable to check, taxi fare indicative
Details
- indicative only · based on the published fare · estimated on 11 Sept
1 other option · from 230 JPY ≈ 1.50 USD per person · Estimated1 of 1: Bus · about 3 h 15
230 JPY per person ≈ 1.50 USD
fare of 11 Sept
- Kyoto City Bus
Cheaper, much slower
Details
- medium reliability · fare of 11 Sept
- Lodging
Hotel in central Osaka
Conrad Osaka
4 January → 6 January
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 0.6 km from the centre
965.80 USD for 2 nights482.90 USD per night+ 0.10 USD payable at the property · 965.90 USD all inSee on the seller's site↗Details
- Room: KING DELUXE ROOM
- Payable at the property: service charge 0.10 USD
2 other options · from 452.66 USD for 2 nights1 of 2: Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
452.66 USD for 2 nights −513.14 USD for 2 nights
226.33 USD per night
+ 39.36 USD payable at the property · 492.02 USD all in
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 3.8 km from the centre
Cheaper, further from the centre
Details
- Room: DELUXE, KING BED
- Payable at the property: VAT 39.36 USD
2 of 2: InterContinental Hotel Osaka by IHG
796.37 USD for 2 nights −169.43 USD for 2 nights
398.19 USD per night
- ★ 5 stars
- room only
- 1.6 km from the centre
Cheaper, a bit further from the centre
Details
- Room: Premium Room
- Free time
Evening in Dotonbori, Osaka
- Meal
Dinner in Dotonbori, Osaka · 道頓堀 一明
- 3.8 km from the centre
21 to 47 EUR ≈ 24 to 53 USD per person · 42 to 94 EUR ≈ 48 to 107 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other options · from 8 EUR ≈ 9.10 USD per person · Estimated1 of 2: 天下一品
8 to 19 EUR per person ≈ 9.10 to 22.00 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 3.9 km from the centre
Cheaper ramen option
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: がんこ寿司
21 to 47 EUR per person ≈ 24 to 53 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 3.8 km from the centre
Sushi instead, similar price
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D13Tuesday 5 January, Osaka3 steps560 USD
Night included: 482.90 USD · Hotel in central Osaka
- Activity
Osaka Castle and Historical Museum tour
Guided Tour of Osaka Castle and Osaka Historical Museum
- 3 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Osaka Castle Night Walk & Guided Tour
price at the seller
- 1 h
Evening format, shorter and cheaper
2 of 2: Osaka Castle Tower Private Guided Tour in 90 Minutes
price at the seller
- 1 h 30
Private and focused on the tower, costs more
- Activity
Hotspots and hidden gems walking tour
Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour
- 3 h - 7 h
Details
Inclusions and cancellation terms: on the seller's page.
2 other options1 of 2: Osaka Highlights: 4Hrs Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert
price at the seller
- 4 h
Similar format, costs more
2 of 2: Night Soul Food Tour in Tenma with a local guide
price at the seller
- 3 h
Evening food focus instead, costs more
- Meal
Dinner in Dotonbori, Osaka · Dothon Bori
- 3.9 km from the centre
21 to 47 EUR ≈ 24 to 53 USD per person · 42 to 94 EUR ≈ 48 to 107 USD for 2estimated price · estimated on 17 SeptSee on the seller's site↗Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 other optionsPlaces at the same price: しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜↗ · JUZA↗
1 of 2: しゃぶしゃぶ温野菜
21 to 47 EUR per person ≈ 24 to 53 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 3.7 km from the centre
Similar price, different cuisine
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
2 of 2: JUZA
21 to 47 EUR per person ≈ 24 to 53 USD
estimated price · estimated on 17 Sept
- 3.8 km from the centre
Similar price, different menu
Details
- indicative only · reference estimate · estimated on 17 Sept
D14Wednesday 6 January, Osaka2 steps2,025 USD
- Transfer
Osaka to Kansai Airport
Osaka → Kansai International Airport
price to checkNo verified price on file, take the airport train or limousine bus
- Flight
Flight Osaka to New York
20 h · 1 stop via ICN15:00OSA21:00JFK- Asiana Airlines
- cabin bag included
- checked bag included
1,012.63 USD per person · 2,025.26 USD for 2See on the seller's site↗Details
- Flight OZ 1153
- Economy
- Stop in ICN: 4 h 05
2 other options · from 944.44 USD per person1 of 2: Philippine Airlines
39 h 25 · 1 stop via MNL21:2022:45+1 d944.44 USD per person −68.19 USD per person
- cabin bag included
- checked bag included
Cheaper, arrives a day later
Details
- Flight PR 439
- Economy
- Stop in MNL: 19 h 20
2 of 2: Korean Air Lines
20 h 45 · 1 stop via ICN02:1509:00962.13 USD per person −50.50 USD per person
- cabin bag included
- checked bag included
Cheaper, very early departure
Details
- Flight KE 738
- Economy
- Stop in ICN: 4 h 35
- Time zone
14 hours ahead of New York
- Plugs
Type A and B, 100V
- Local currency
Japanese yen (JPY)
- Formalities
Japan: no visa required for short stays.
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- Season
Winter, cold and dry with clear skies
- Expected weather
Tokyo: 0 to 10 °C, 4 rainy days out of 14 (observed climate, December 2025)
- New Year's Day (1 January) closes many temples, shops and restaurants across Japan
- The Kyoto to Osaka leg has no convenient priced train option on file, only bus or taxi
- The last transfer from central Osaka to Kansai Airport has no verified price, plan for the airport train or limousine bus
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