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This 7D6N itinerary is meticulously crafted to harmonize the timeless beauty of ancient heritage sites with Kansai’s finest vegan dining experiences, and is suitable for travelers who avoid the five pungent ingredients.
This 7D6N itinerary is meticulously crafted to harmonize the timeless beauty of ancient heritage sites with Kansai’s finest vegan dining experiences, and is suitable for travelers who avoid the five pungent ingredients.
🏆 Trip Highlights
Vegan Gastronomy: Experiencing Michelin-recognized vegan innovation at Vegan Ramen UZU (Digital Art Ramen) and Shojin Sushi Minamo (Plant-based Sushi) that rivals non-vegan counterparts.
Historic Atmosphere: The contrast of the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove against the vibrant vermilion Torii gates of Fushimi Inari.
Zen Experience: Enjoying traditional Fucha Ryori (Zen Cuisine) at Hakuunan in Uji.
Urban Energy: The neon lights of Dotonbori and the retro vibe of Shinsekai in Osaka.
🏆 Trip Details
Flight:
Arrival: Day 1 @ 05:50 AM (Malaysia Airlines).
Departure: Day 7 @ 09:55 AM (Malaysia Airlines).
Hotels:
Kyoto 3N : The Celestine Kyoto Gion ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Osaka 3N : Swissôtel Nankai Osaka ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Transport:
Days 1-5: Private Charter Car (10 Hours).
Day 6: Free & Easy.
Day 7: Airport Transfer.
📍 Main Spots Overview
Nature: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Nara Park (Deer), Maruyama Park.
Culture: Fushimi Inari Taisha, Nijo Castle, Byodo-in Temple, Hanamikoji (Gion).
Urban: Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Umeda Sky Building, Shinsekai.
Dining: AIN SOPH. Journey, Vegan Ramen UZU, Shojin Sushi Minamo, Hakuunan.
🌤️ Weather Conditions
Kyoto & Osaka – March
Weather Conditions: Cool, early spring. Chilly in the mornings/evenings.
Daytime: 13°C to 16°C (55°F to 60°F)
Night: 4°C to 7°C (39°F to 45°F)
Arashiyama & Nara (Open Nature Areas) – March
Weather Conditions: Often breezier and slightly colder than the city center.
Daytime: 10°C to 14°C (50°F to 57°F)
Night: 2°C to 5°C (35°F to 41°F)
Kyoto - Nara - Osaka - 7D6N
Kyoto - Nara - Osaka - 7D6N
Itinearary
Itinearary
Day 1 | Arrival ➡️ Kyoto Gyoen National Garden ➡️ Lunch ➡️ Philosopher's Path ➡️ Check-in ➡️ Dinner & Stroll around
🍽️ Lunch, Dinner
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🍽️ Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight:
The Imperial Stroll Walking through the grand, wide avenues of the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, breathing in the fresh morning air surrounded by imperial history.
05:50 AM: Land at Kansai Airport (KIX). Clear immigration and collect luggage.
08:00 AM: Meet Driver & Depart.
Drive to Kyoto (approx. 1.5 - 2 hrs). Time to nap in the car.
10:00 AM: Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Attraction: A massive park in the center of Kyoto that surrounds the Imperial Palace. It features wide gravel paths, weeping cherry trees (in season), and plum groves. A very regal and peaceful place to stretch your legs after a flight.
12:00 AM: Lunch at AIN SOPH. Journey KYOTO or Kyoto Engine Ramen.
AIN SOPH: Famous for fluffy vegan pancakes and fusion dishes.
Engine: Known for rich, spicy miso vegan ramen.
01:30 PM: Philosopher's Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi).
Attraction: A meditative stone path that follows a canal lined with hundreds of cherry trees. Named after a Japanese philosopher who practiced meditation here. It’s a quiet, scenic route famous for its friendly stray cats.
03:00 PM: Check-in: The Celestine Kyoto Gion.
Drive to the hotel to officially check in, unload luggage, and freshen up.
05:30 PM: mumokuteki cafe&foods Kyoto. (end of service)
Attraction: A lifestyle complex with a vintage shop and a calm vegan cafe. Famous for their vegan "hamburg" steak and desserts.
D1 Map Detail
The Imperial Stroll Walking through the grand, wide avenues of the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, breathing in the fresh morning air surrounded by imperial history.
05:50 AM: Land at Kansai Airport (KIX). Clear immigration and collect luggage.
08:00 AM: Meet Driver & Depart.
Drive to Kyoto (approx. 1.5 - 2 hrs). Time to nap in the car.
10:00 AM: Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Attraction: A massive park in the center of Kyoto that surrounds the Imperial Palace. It features wide gravel paths, weeping cherry trees (in season), and plum groves. A very regal and peaceful place to stretch your legs after a flight.
12:00 AM: Lunch at AIN SOPH. Journey KYOTO or Kyoto Engine Ramen.
AIN SOPH: Famous for fluffy vegan pancakes and fusion dishes.
Engine: Known for rich, spicy miso vegan ramen.
01:30 PM: Philosopher's Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi).
Attraction: A meditative stone path that follows a canal lined with hundreds of cherry trees. Named after a Japanese philosopher who practiced meditation here. It’s a quiet, scenic route famous for its friendly stray cats.
03:00 PM: Check-in: The Celestine Kyoto Gion.
Drive to the hotel to officially check in, unload luggage, and freshen up.
05:30 PM: mumokuteki cafe&foods Kyoto. (end of service)
Attraction: A lifestyle complex with a vintage shop and a calm vegan cafe. Famous for their vegan "hamburg" steak and desserts.
D1 Map Detail
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Philosopher's Path
The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Day 2 | Arashiyama ➡️ Nijo Castle ➡️ Hanamikoji
🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight: A Journey Through Time & Senses Experience the full spectrum of Kyoto in one day: starting with the ancient rustle of the Bamboo Grove and the squeaking "nightingale floors" of the Shogun's castle, and finishing in the surreal, futuristic digital-art void of Vegan Ramen UZU.
09:00 AM: Pick up at The Celestine.
09:30 AM: Arashiyama.
Attraction: Bamboo Grove. A surreal path flanked by towering green bamboo. Togetsukyo Bridge offers scenic river views.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Vegetarian Cafe Ren (Shijo Omiya).
02:00 PM: Nijo Castle.
Attraction: Famous for its "Nightingale Floors" designed to squeak to warn the Shogun of ninja intruders.
04:00 PM: Hanamikoji (Gion).
Attraction: Kyoto’s most famous Geisha district. At dusk (around 5:30 PM), the lanterns light up and Geisha head to appointments.
05:30 PM: Dinner at Vegan Ramen UZU Kyoto. (Reservation Required).
Attraction: Michelin-bib vegan ramen served in a dark room filled with TeamLab’s digital art projections.
06:50 PM: Drop off at Hotel.
D2 Map Detail
09:00 AM: Pick up at The Celestine.
09:30 AM: Arashiyama.
Attraction: Bamboo Grove. A surreal path flanked by towering green bamboo. Togetsukyo Bridge offers scenic river views.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Vegetarian Cafe Ren (Shijo Omiya).
02:00 PM: Nijo Castle.
Attraction: Famous for its "Nightingale Floors" designed to squeak to warn the Shogun of ninja intruders.
04:00 PM: Hanamikoji (Gion).
Attraction: Kyoto’s most famous Geisha district. At dusk (around 5:30 PM), the lanterns light up and Geisha head to appointments.
05:30 PM: Dinner at Vegan Ramen UZU Kyoto. (Reservation Required).
Attraction: Michelin-bib vegan ramen served in a dark room filled with TeamLab’s digital art projections.
06:50 PM: Drop off at Hotel.
D2 Map Detail
Arashiyama
Nijo Castle
Day 3 | Fushimi Inari ➡️ Hakuunan (Uji) ➡️ Byodo-in
🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight: The 10-Yen ViewSeeing the real-life Phoenix Hall at Byodo-in Temple and comparing it to the image on the 10-yen coin in your hand.
09:30 AM: Pick up.
10:00 AM: Fushimi Inari Taisha.
Attraction: The iconic tunnel of thousands of vermilion Torii gates leading up the sacred mountain.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Hakuunan (Uji).
Specialty: Fucha Ryori. A rare Chinese-style Zen vegetarian cuisine served in a historic temple setting.
02:15 PM: Byodo-in Temple.
Attraction: The majestic "Phoenix Hall" built on an island in a pond, famous for being depicted on the 10-yen coin.
06:00 PM: Dinner at ZIRAEL Vegan Restaurant.
Food: Modern vegan comfort food (burgers/plates) in a cool setting.
07:30 PM: Drop off at Hotel.
D3 Map Detail
09:30 AM: Pick up.
10:00 AM: Fushimi Inari Taisha.
Attraction: The iconic tunnel of thousands of vermilion Torii gates leading up the sacred mountain.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Hakuunan (Uji).
Specialty: Fucha Ryori. A rare Chinese-style Zen vegetarian cuisine served in a historic temple setting.
02:15 PM: Byodo-in Temple.
Attraction: The majestic "Phoenix Hall" built on an island in a pond, famous for being depicted on the 10-yen coin.
06:00 PM: Dinner at ZIRAEL Vegan Restaurant.
Food: Modern vegan comfort food (burgers/plates) in a cool setting.
07:30 PM: Drop off at Hotel.
D3 Map Detail
Fushimi inari
Byodo-in
Day 4 | Nara Park ➡️ Lunch ➡️ Osaka Castle ➡️ Check-in ➡️ Shojin Sushi Minamo
🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight: Bowing DeerThe unique interaction with the "polite" deer of Nara who bow their heads asking for food.
09:00 AM: Check out of The Celestine. Load luggage.
10:00 AM: Nara Park & Todaiji Temple.Attraction: Todaiji houses the giant Bronze Buddha. The park is full of wild, bowing deer that ask for crackers.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Kinatei (喜菜亭) or Shizuka Omiya-ten (志津香 大宮店).
01:30 PM: Drive to Osaka Castle.
02:30 PM: Osaka Castle.Attraction: A symbol of Osaka. The castle tower features golden ornaments and massive stone walls.
05:30 PM: Dinner at Shojin Sushi Minamo.
Experience: An exclusive plant-based sushi course (Reservation Required).
06:50 PM: Check-in: Swissôtel Nankai Osaka & Rest.
D4 Map Detail
09:00 AM: Check out of The Celestine. Load luggage.
10:00 AM: Nara Park & Todaiji Temple.Attraction: Todaiji houses the giant Bronze Buddha. The park is full of wild, bowing deer that ask for crackers.
12:00 PM: Lunch at Kinatei (喜菜亭) or Shizuka Omiya-ten (志津香 大宮店).
01:30 PM: Drive to Osaka Castle.
02:30 PM: Osaka Castle.Attraction: A symbol of Osaka. The castle tower features golden ornaments and massive stone walls.
05:30 PM: Dinner at Shojin Sushi Minamo.
Experience: An exclusive plant-based sushi course (Reservation Required).
06:50 PM: Check-in: Swissôtel Nankai Osaka & Rest.
D4 Map Detail
Nara Park
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka
Osaka Castle
Swissôtel Nankai Osaka
Day 5 | Namba Yasaka Shrine➡️ Green Earth or W Holistic Retreat ➡️ Shinsekai & Tsutenkaku ➡️ Umeda Sky ➡️ Imakoko Kitchen
🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight: Umeda Sky at TwilightWatching the city of Osaka light up from the open-air deck of the Umeda Sky Building 173 meters above ground.
10:00 AM: Pick up at Swissôtel.
10:10 PM: Namba Yasaka Shrine.
Attraction: The massive Lion Head Stage (12 meters tall) that swallows evil spirits.
11:00 PM: Lunch at Green Earth OR W Holistic Retreat.
12:30 AM: Shinsekai & Tsutenkaku.
Attraction: A retro neighborhood frozen in the Showa era, filled with colorful signs and the Tsutenkaku Tower.
04:00 PM: Umeda Sky Building.
Attraction: The "Floating Garden Observatory" offers open-air views. Sunset is usually around 5:00-6:00 PM (depending on season), offering great city light views.
06:00 PM: Dinner at Imakoko Kitchen Merrymomo.
Food: Relaxed organic and vegan-friendly cuisine.
07:30 PM: Return to Hotel.
D5 Map Detail
10:00 AM: Pick up at Swissôtel.
10:10 PM: Namba Yasaka Shrine.
Attraction: The massive Lion Head Stage (12 meters tall) that swallows evil spirits.
11:00 PM: Lunch at Green Earth OR W Holistic Retreat.
12:30 AM: Shinsekai & Tsutenkaku.
Attraction: A retro neighborhood frozen in the Showa era, filled with colorful signs and the Tsutenkaku Tower.
04:00 PM: Umeda Sky Building.
Attraction: The "Floating Garden Observatory" offers open-air views. Sunset is usually around 5:00-6:00 PM (depending on season), offering great city light views.
06:00 PM: Dinner at Imakoko Kitchen Merrymomo.
Food: Relaxed organic and vegan-friendly cuisine.
07:30 PM: Return to Hotel.
D5 Map Detail
Namba Yasaka Shrine
Shinsekai
Day 6 | Kuromon Market ➡️ Shinsaibashi Shopping ➡️ Free & Easy
🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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🍽️ Local breakfast at Hotel or nearby restaurant, Lunch, Dinner
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✨Trip Highlight: Urban ChaosImmersing yourself in the sensory overload of Dotonbori's neon lights and giant signboards—the quintessential image of Osaka.
Transport: Walking (Swissôtel is in the center).
11:00 AM: Kuromon Ichiba Market.Attraction: "Osaka's Kitchen." A covered market famous for grilled fruits, pickles, and soy milk snacks.
01:00 PM: Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori.Attraction:
Dotonbori is the canal famous for the "Glico Man" sign and giant crab signs.
Shinsaibashi is the endless shopping arcade.
Tip: Since Swissôtel is right there, you can easily drop shopping bags off at your room mid-day.
D6 Map Detail
Transport: Walking (Swissôtel is in the center).
11:00 AM: Kuromon Ichiba Market.Attraction: "Osaka's Kitchen." A covered market famous for grilled fruits, pickles, and soy milk snacks.
01:00 PM: Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori.Attraction:
Dotonbori is the canal famous for the "Glico Man" sign and giant crab signs.
Shinsaibashi is the endless shopping arcade.
Tip: Since Swissôtel is right there, you can easily drop shopping bags off at your room mid-day.
D6 Map Detail
Kuromon Market
Dotonbori
Day 7 | Airport transfer ✈️ Return flight
🍽️ Hotel Breakfast
🍽️ Hotel Breakfast
✨Trip Highlight: The Smooth ExitA stress-free, private ride to the airport, avoiding the morning rush hour trains.
06:00 AM: Check out of Swissôtel.
06:10 AM: Pick up by Driver at Hotel Lobby.
Timing: 6:10 AM departure ensures arrival at KIX by 06:55 AM (3 hours before flight).
06:55 AM: Arrive Kansai Airport (KIX). Check-in.
09:55 AM: Flight Departure.
D7 Map Detail
06:00 AM: Check out of Swissôtel.
06:10 AM: Pick up by Driver at Hotel Lobby.
Timing: 6:10 AM departure ensures arrival at KIX by 06:55 AM (3 hours before flight).
06:55 AM: Arrive Kansai Airport (KIX). Check-in.
09:55 AM: Flight Departure.
D7 Map Detail
Meals
Meals
Lunch & Dinner: The guide will take you to enjoy authentic local food. A typical meal costs around ¥1,000–¥2,500 per person (approx. RM30–75). Meals are self-paid (AA style).
##For premium meals such as wagyu BBQ or omakase sushi, separate arrangements can be made upon request.
Please note: The itinerary is for reference only and may be subject to change due to transportation, weather, accommodation, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Please note: The itinerary is for reference only and may be subject to change due to transportation, weather, accommodation, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Malaysian Comforts ## HOT WATER ## : Japanese restaurants serve ice water even in winter. Learn the phrase "O-yu kudasai" (Hot water, please).
Tour code : KXV0301
💡 Pro Tips & Malaysian Packing Guide
🎒 Packing Essentials (For Malaysians)
Universal Adapter: Japan uses Type A (2-flat-pin). Malaysia uses Type G (3-pin). You must bring an adapter.
Lip Balm & Lotion: Japan is very dry compared to Malaysia. Your lips will crack on Day 2 without balm.
🧥Clothing Strategy (Layering):
Tokyo: T-shirt + Cardigan/Hoodie + Jeans.
Mt. Fuji/Hakone: It is COLD (often 5°C-10°C). Bring Heattech inner wear and a Windbreaker or Ultra Light Down jacket.
Shoes: Slip-on Sneakers. You will take shoes off frequently at Ryokans and Temples.
🧥Clothing Strategy:
Indoors vs Outdoors: Indoors (malls, cars) are heated very powerfully. Dress in layers so you can strip down to a light sweater inside, but have a windproof down jacket for outside.
Private Charter Guidelines (10-Hour Rule)
The Clock Starts at Pickup: If the driver picks you up at 09:00, the service ends at 19:00.
Snow Buffer: On icy roads, a "2-hour drive" often takes 2.5 or 3 hours. Trust your driver if they suggest leaving early.
Overtime: Drivers are strict about time. Overtime fees are expensive (5,000 ~ 15,000 JPY/hour) and usually paid in cash on the spot.
Heads-up for Travelers:
Most soups in Japan contain katsuo (bonito) and are cooked with onions. If you avoid meat, fish, or the five pungent ingredients (onion, garlic, leek, chives, shallots), please inform the staff in advance so they can suggest suitable options.
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