Day 1 Shanghai Pudong → Kobe, Japan
All day
Meeting Day ★ Today is the day for the event. Tourists from all over the country will fly to Kobe, a famous port city in Kansai, Japan. Please take public transportation to your hotel in downtown Osaka. If your flight is early, you can explore the surrounding area on your own and experience the charm of Osaka's bustling city.
The specific hotels will be sent to the applicants’ email 3-5 days in advance.
[Reference Flight] Flight time information is for reference only. The final departure time is subject to the actual departure notice.
Juneyao Airlines HO1629 Shanghai Pudong International Airport PVG 14:30-18:00 Kobe International Airport UKB
Visa Information:
This product requires you to apply for a Japanese visa yourself. It's recommended to apply 10-15 working days in advance, and the visa period must cover your travel dates. China-TravelNote can assist you with this process. Search for "Japanese visa" for details.
Hotel Details:
For this direct flight to Kobe package, please refer to the itinerary for the order of hotel arrangements. For example, "2 Kobe 2 Osaka" means 2 nights at a 3-Diamond hotel in Kobe and 2 nights at a 3-Diamond hotel in Osaka (Kobe first, then Osaka). "3 Osaka 1 Kobe" means 3 nights at a 3-Diamond hotel in Osaka and 1 night at a 3-Diamond hotel in Kobe (Osaka first, then Kobe).
You can also freely combine and order our Japan Fun and Diverse Kansai One-Day Charter Tour products, which include classic and niche routes to make your Kansai trip more colorful!
Day 2 Full day free at leisure
All day
Enjoy free time all day and sleep until you wake up naturally. This is Osaka for you!
Recommended itinerary:
丨Visiting the Osaka World Expo
Head to the Osaka Expo Park for a global feast that journeys into the future! Here, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, a vibrant mix of cultures, and the hospitality and cuisine of Osaka. From the fantastical architecture beneath the "Tree of Life" to the creative displays of international pavilions, every moment is a new discovery.
- Expo Tour Notes -
Opening Date: April 13 to October 13, 2025 (183 days in total)
Tickets: You need to purchase tickets in advance on the Expo official website, and the cost is at your own expense (weekday/weekend tickets)
Transportation: You can take the Yumezu Line from downtown Osaka to the Expo site directly.
Recommended check-in venues and landmarks:
Large rooftop corridor
A must-see icon of the Expo Park! Designed by the director of the Osaka Kansai Expo Park design team, this circular corridor has been recognized by the Guinness World Records as the world's largest wooden structure! From the 12-meter-high "Circular Skywalk," you can overlook the ingenious pavilions and fully appreciate the unique sense of unity that the Expo offers.
Japan Pavilion
The Expo's Host Pavilion, a creative circular structure themed around "Circularity," showcases the environmentally friendly concepts of waste-to-energy and wastewater reuse through exhibits like biogas installations and water pan art. Visitors can admire precious Martian meteorites and asteroid samples collected by the Hayabusa spacecraft, while also learning about environmental protection through engaging interactions with Hello Kitty and Doraemon.
China Pavilion
The China Pavilion's unique "bamboo slip" exterior is engraved with 119 classic poems. The interior, crafted from bamboo and featuring natural light, embodies the essence of Eastern aesthetics. 360-degree panoramic projection combined with AI interactive technology recreates the mists of Huangshan Mountain and the scenery of the Li River. Visitors can also trigger the changing seasons with a wave of their hands and even experience digital mural restoration.
Enjoy Universal Studios Japan (USJ)
Universal Studios is not only packed with family-friendly attractions, but it's also a themed amusement park! Here, you'll encounter a variety of Japanese anime and game characters, creating a magical experience for the whole family!
丨Shinsaibashi-Dotonbori Shopping + Citywalk
The city once known as the "Kitchen of the World" is still worthy of the name today!
Start your morning at Kuromon Market, Kansai's renowned seafood market, and enjoy a bowl of fresh sea urchin roe rice bowl. Dotonbori is a popular spot for culinary delights in Osaka. Once you've savored its authentic flavors, you'll be hooked! Osaka boasts not only delicious food but also fashionable and artistic groceries. You're sure to find what you're looking for and your shopping dreams will be fulfilled. "How can I get the best deals on great products?" Shinsaibashi, Osaka's bustling commercial district, offers the answer! If you prefer a quiet foodie and a buyer, then indulge your shopping cravings in Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi!
Day 3 Full day free at leisure
All day
Free time all day, no car or tour guide services are provided.
We recommend visiting Kyoto to fully experience the Tang Dynasty charm of this ancient capital!
Recommended attractions:
丨Kyomizudera Temple
A World Cultural Heritage site and Kyoto's number one tourist attraction. Founded in 778, it's Kyoto's oldest temple and a National Treasure! Climb the suspended wooden stage, the Kiyomizu Stage, and take in the lush greenery of Kyoto.
Gion
The renowned Hanamachi, a historic district known for its erotic charms since the Edo period, still houses dozens of geisha instructors, offering training in traditional tea ceremony, flower arrangement, koto, gagaku, and Kyogen. Entering Hanamachi, the teahouses lining the street retain their traditional wooden windows, creating a sense of transport back in time. As the lights come on, perhaps you'll even catch a glimpse of a graceful geisha amidst the shimmering shadows.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Thousands of vermilion torii gates (Senbon Torii) form a tunnel, making walking through it feel like descending into a Japanese dream. Fushimi Inari Taisha's white fox ema is also unique; try your hand at creating your own expressive graffiti!
If you are staying at a hotel in downtown Kobe that night, please make sure to check in in the Kobe area!
Day 4 Full day free at leisure
All day
Free time all day, no car or tour guide services are provided.
Today we recommend visiting downtown Kobe to experience this exotic port city.
Recommended attractions:
丨Kitano Ijinkan
Due to the prosperous trade between the port of Kobe and foreigners since the Edo period, the city began to become a place of immigration for foreigners. In particular, the "Kitano" area overlooking the harbor is home to a variety of foreign merchants' homes, consulates, and distinctive street scenes. These remaining non-Japanese buildings are collectively known as "Ijinkan."
Not only can you find distinctive buildings of various styles and exotic food here, but you can also enjoy occasional street performances. While visiting, you can buy package tickets and collect stamps, and spend half a day wandering around these romantic buildings.
Kobe Bridge
This bright red, double-decker steel bridge is a landmark of the Port of Kobe. With pedestrian and bicycle paths, you can stroll along and enjoy the harbor views. From the harbor, you can also admire its industrial aesthetic and romantic nightscape. The bridge has also appeared in numerous Japanese anime and manga! Why not embark on a pilgrimage to this sacred site?
丨Million Dollar Night View
Have you ever seen the "million-dollar night view"? In the 1940s and 1950s, Kobe Port was the first port in Japan to be illuminated again. Foreign sailors exclaimed, "It was like a million-dollar light." Hence the name. Climb Mount Maya's Kikuseidai and fully enjoy the night view of Kobe, ranked alongside Nagasaki and Hakodate as one of Japan's three greatest night views.
Day 5 Kobe Airport → Shanghai Pudong
All day
Today is the hotel's check-out day. The latest check-out time is generally 10:00 noon. Please take public transportation to the airport. International flights please allow 3 hours to arrive at the airport.
【Reference Flight】Flight time information is for reference only. Please refer to the actual departure notice for final decision.
Juneyao Airlines HO1630 Kobe International Airport UKB 19:00-20:30 Shanghai Pudong International Airport PVG
Our trip ends here, and we look forward to sharing your travel notes!
