Osaka 3-Day 2-Night Complete Guide 2026: Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Kuromon Market

By Nihongo to Japan · Updated June 17, 2026

Osaka is one of Taiwan's favorite Japanese cities, famous for food and shopping. This guide covers a 3-day 2-night Osaka itinerary including Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Kuromon Market, Osaka Castle, and USJ planning tips with a full budget breakdown.

Osaka 3-Day Overview

Day 1: Dotonbori (Glico sign, takoyaki, ramen), Shinsaibashi shopping, dinner

Day 2: Kuromon Market (morning), Osaka Castle, Tennoji/Harukas Tower, kushikatsu dinner

Day 3: Universal Studios Japan (USJ) or Umeda shopping before flight

Budget

Budget: ~¥30,000 (3 days, excluding flights)

Mid-range: ~¥72,000

Top tip: Get Southern Osaka Day Pass for metro unlimited rides (¥820/day)

Book Osaka activities at [Klook](https://klook.tpx.lv/IuSKdjjt) or [KKday](https://kkday.tpx.lv/juFfN7dI).