Last September 29 to October 3, I travelled solo again to celebrate my birthday in Osaka. Japan has always been on my travel bucket list, but I was too afraid to go because of all the earthquake news I’d hear every time I planned to visit. This year, as I celebrate my 32nd birthday, I swallowed my fears and booked a ticket to Osaka. This trip was one of the best solo trips I’ve ever done. I literally crossed-out everything on my itinerary and it felt so fulfilling.

I only did a little research before my trip, because I wanted to surprise myself with new adventures and just enjoy getting lost. Yes, I’m that adventurous! 😀 Also, I think I traveled on a summer, because it was really hot at that time. I really didn’t care about the weather either… that’s how excited I was! I stayed in a simple hotel at Chuo-ku, a ten minute walk away from Osaka Castle. I booked my flight via Air Asia, hotel via Agoda, Universal Studios ticket and Kyoto one-day tour via Klook and the rest, I just DIY’d. It was really fun since this was also the first time I DIY’d the rest of my itinerary.

Chuo-ku, Osaka, Japan

My checklist before going to Osaka!

The best Wagyu Beef I’ve ever eaten!

The most expensive Kobe Beef I’ve ever ordered!

DAY 4:

•Visited Osaka Castle

•Explored Nara and fed some deers at Nara Park

•Went back to Dotonbori to see the Glico Man sign and did more shopping

Nara Park

Osaka Castle

 

Glico Man sign at Dotonbori

Kansai Airport