- * Departure for Nara. * Visit Todai-ji Temple and walk through Nara Park. * Continue toward Osaka. * Visit Osaka Castle before discovering the neon lights, food culture and lively atmosphere of Dotonbori. * Accommodation in Osaka.
Journeys visiting Osaka
Route notes
- Departure for Nara, Japan's first permanent capital. Visit Todai-ji Temple, home to its monumental Great Buddha, and walk through Nara Park, famous for its freely roaming deer. Continue toward Osaka. Upon arrival, visit Osaka Castle before discovering the completely different atmosphere of Dotonbori, filled with neon lights, local life and street food. **Accommodation:** Osaka.
- Private transfer to Kansai International for your flight home.
- Departure for Nara, Japan's first permanent capital. Visit Todai-ji Temple, home to its monumental Great Buddha, and walk through Nara Park, famous for its freely roaming deer. Continue toward Osaka. Upon arrival, visit Osaka Castle before discovering the completely different atmosphere of Dotonbori, filled with neon lights, local life and street food. **Accommodation:** Osaka.
- Begin the day at Kuromon Market, where travelers can discover why Osaka has historically been known as Japan's Kitchen. Continue to the Umeda Sky Building for panoramic views over the city. The afternoon will deliberately remain free. This is part of the DD Signature philosophy: a great journey also needs space to breathe. Guests may explore independently, shop or choose an optional experience recommended by our local team. > **DD Signature Farewell Experience** > In the evening, enjoy a carefully selected Japanese Farewell Dinner, celebrating the experiences shared throughout the journey. **Accommodation:** Osaka.
- Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Kansai International Airport according to the international flight schedule. Assistance with departure. End of services for travelers completing The Spirit of Japan. *For guests continuing through The Silk & Sakura Collection, the next chapter awaits: South Korea.* ## DD SIGNATURE STANDARDS This program should be quoted including our core service standards: - **Signature Welcome Gift** — One destination-inspired welcome gift upon arrival in Japan. - **Signature Luggage Service** — Separate transportation of main luggage during the Shinkansen sector, allowing guests to travel comfortably with only a small personal or overnight bag. - **High-Speed Rail Experience** — Shinkansen transportation according to the itinerary. - **Private Transportation** — Modern private vehicle appropriate to group size for all scheduled road services and excursions. - **Spanish-Speaking Guidance** — Professional Spanish-speaking guide throughout scheduled touring for our LATAM departures. - **Selected Hotels** — Preferably carefully selected 4★ Superior hotels. A 5★ alternative may also be quoted when commercially appropriate. - **Daily Breakfast** — Breakfast throughout the journey, plus meals specifically indicated in the itinerary. - **Entrance Fees** — All scheduled visits and experiences indicated as included in the program. - **DD Signature Assistance** — Local assistance throughout the journey. - **Cultural Experiences** — Experiences should be selected not merely for entertainment but to help travelers understand Japanese culture. ## DD SIGNATURE FLIGHT STANDARD This particular program does not require an internal regional flight. However, whenever this itinerary forms part of a multi-country DD Signature journey, regional flights arranged by DD Signature Travel should be quoted on scheduled commercial airlines, including: - Minimum 20 kg checked baggage per passenger - Cabin baggage according to the operating airline's policy - Applicable airport taxes ## DD SIGNATURE LOYALTY ### The Spirit of Japan - **Journey:** 9 Days / 8 Nights - **Countries Completed:** 1 - **Signature Points Earned:** 900 Points - **Signature Passport Stamps:** Japan × 1 *Points and Passport recognition form part of the DD Signature Travel loyalty program and do not require any service or costing from the local supplier.*
Design a journey around this
Dates, pace and every detail are shaped around you.