Get trendy with pop culture around the island of Shikoku and Osaka with this itinerary – as approved by 4 super-trendy fashion influencers!

Day 5 to 6: Stand in the skies above the Osaka cityscape, and visit a Shinto Shrine with a majestic green dragon.

Links to the rest of this itinerary series:

Day 1 to 2: Pay homage to famous Japanese cartoon icons and take a boat over majestic whirlpools
Day 3 to 4: Bask in autumn foliage at a scenic gorge and wind down at Dogo Onsen, the inspiration for Spirited Away

DAY 5: Umeda Lucua

Umeda LUCUA is a large shopping complex located in the Umeda district of Osaka, Japan. The complex is part of the larger Umeda Station City development, which includes several office buildings, hotels, and transportation hubs. Umeda LUCUA is known for its vast array of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, catering to a wide range of tastes and interests. The complex includes a mix of local and international brands, ranging from high-end fashion and cosmetics to electronics and home goods.

Umeda Sky Building/Kuchu Teien Observatory

The Umeda Sky Building Observatory is an iconic landmark and popular tourist attraction located also in the Umeda district of Osaka, Japan. The building is a unique architectural masterpiece, consisting of two 40-story towers that are connected at the top by a distinctive rooftop "floating garden" observatory. The Umeda Sky Building Observatory offers visitors breathtaking panoramic views of Osaka and the surrounding Kansai region, with unobstructed 360-degree views that extend for miles in all directions. The observatory is accessed by a high-speed elevator that whisks visitors to the top of the building in just seconds, where they can enjoy stunning views of the city from both indoor and outdoor observation decks.

DAY 6: Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan is a world-class theme park located in Osaka, Japan. Since its opening in 2001, it has steadily attracted millions of visitors each year. The park features a variety of attractions and entertainment options, including rides, shows, and interactive experiences based on popular movies and TV shows. In addition to these attractions, the park also features a range of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues, providing visitors with a full day of entertainment and excitement.

Namba Yasaka Shrine

Namba Yasaka Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in the Namba district of Osaka, Japan. The shrine is known for its distinctive and colorful facade, which features a large dragon and other elaborate decorations that are said to represent the power and vitality of the deity enshrined there. The enormous lion-head-shaped building, measuring 12 meters high, and 11 meters wide, is particularly eye-catching.