10 days in Osaka & Auckland Itinerary

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.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Mon): step into the grandiose world of Nijo Castle and then don't miss a visit to Nishiki Market Shopping District. Keep things going the next day: wander the streets of Dotombori District, then contemplate the long history of Sanjusangendo Temple, then contemplate the long history of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, and finally shop like a local with Hankyu Umeda Honten.

To see ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Osaka itinerary planner.

San Francisco, USA to Osaka is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from San Francisco to Osaka, you'll lose 17 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, Osaka is a bit warmer than San Francisco - with highs of 81°F and lows of 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Auckland.

The largest and most populous city in New Zealand, Auckland combines a rich history and thriving contemporary culture in an abundance of museums, art galleries, and performance venues.

Auckland is known for sightseeing, nature, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: learn about all things military at Auckland Museum, indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Auckland Zoo, and wander the streets of Devonport.

For more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Auckland trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by flight from Osaka to Auckland takes 13.5 hours. Traveling from Osaka to Auckland, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Osaka in June, you will find days in Auckland are cooler (56°F), and nights are slightly colder (56°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to fly back home.