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Take a break from your busy daily life,
A journey to quietly satisfy
your senses
A 2-night, 3-day trip for couples to relax and enjoy "authentic art."
Based in Osaka's bay area, a short trip to easily accessible areas like Nakanoshima and Tennoji, and then to Kyoto, a city brimming with culture and aesthetic sensibilities, will open up a diverse range of art experiences, from masterpieces by domestic and international artists to cutting-edge expressions.
Instead of rushing through tourist spots, this trip offers a peaceful time to carefully engage with each artwork and space. After visiting several museums, you can linger in the afterglow with a stroll along the river or at a cafe. Such "space" is also an important element of this journey.
This time, we'll introduce a 2-night, 3-day travel plan for couples to visit art museums. Let's embark on a journey that will satisfy your senses.
Based in Osaka's bay area, a short trip to easily accessible areas like Nakanoshima and Tennoji, and then to Kyoto, a city brimming with culture and aesthetic sensibilities, will open up a diverse range of art experiences, from masterpieces by domestic and international artists to cutting-edge expressions.
Instead of rushing through tourist spots, this trip offers a peaceful time to carefully engage with each artwork and space. After visiting several museums, you can linger in the afterglow with a stroll along the river or at a cafe. Such "space" is also an important element of this journey.
This time, we'll introduce a 2-night, 3-day travel plan for couples to visit art museums. Let's embark on a journey that will satisfy your senses.
Day01
A quiet day in Nakanoshima,
Arrived at
Arrived at
Arrived in the
Osaka Nakanoshima
National Museum
A stroll along the river
Arrived at
A quiet day in Nakanoshima,
immersed in waterfront and art.
10:00
Arrived at
Shin-Osaka Station
10:20
Arrived at
Osaka Station
I left my luggage in a coin locker at Osaka Station and set off feeling lighter.
I'll walk to Nakanoshima, taking in the opportunity to enjoy a stroll along the way.
I'll walk to Nakanoshima, taking in the opportunity to enjoy a stroll along the way.
10:40
Arrived in the
Nakanoshima area
Once you arrive in Nakanoshima, the first thing to do is take a break at a cafe.
11:30
Osaka Nakanoshima
Museum
This museum, which opened in 2022, is a noteworthy institution with an impressive exterior predominantly in black.
You can enjoy a wide range of art, from masterpieces from Japan and abroad to popular special exhibitions, focusing on modern and contemporary art.
You can enjoy a wide range of art, from masterpieces from Japan and abroad to popular special exhibitions, focusing on modern and contemporary art.
POINT!
Lunch at the adjoining restaurant, "Musée Carato," is highly recommended.
On a sunny day, spending time relaxing on the terrace is a truly luxurious experience.
On a sunny day, spending time relaxing on the terrace is a truly luxurious experience.
14:30
National Museum
of Art, Osaka
This contemporary art museum has a unique structure, being entirely underground.
The exhibition offers a chance to experience cutting-edge art from both Japan and abroad, and is sure to stimulate your senses.
The exhibition offers a chance to experience cutting-edge art from both Japan and abroad, and is sure to stimulate your senses.
16:30
A stroll along the river
in Nakanoshima
The area around the National Museum of Art, Osaka, has a calm and peaceful atmosphere. Just a short distance away is Nakanoshima Park, with its expansive lawns, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the river.
Furthermore, historical buildings such as the Osaka City Central Public Hall are scattered throughout the area, making it a place with plenty to see just by walking around.
Furthermore, historical buildings such as the Osaka City Central Public Hall are scattered throughout the area, making it a place with plenty to see just by walking around.
POINT!
It's a smooth process to head
back towards Osaka Station
while enjoying the waterside
scenery and then retrieve
your luggage from the locker.
back towards Osaka Station
while enjoying the waterside
scenery and then retrieve
your luggage from the locker.
17:30
Arrived at
THE RISE Osaka
Universal Bayside.
After checking in and taking a breather, it was time for dinner.
Enjoy a delicious meal at the top-floor restaurant, run by the hotel's chef.
Enjoy a delicious meal at the top-floor restaurant, run by the hotel's chef.
Day02
Day two starts with a
THE RISE departs from
Kyoto City Kyocera
Kyoto National Museum
I returned to Kyoto
Arrived at
After a day of lots of
An art trip to Kyoto that touches the sense of beauty
07:30
Day two starts with a
delicious breakfast.
Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast at the facility.
On the second day, we'll extend our trip to Kyoto and visit some art museums.
On the second day, we'll extend our trip to Kyoto and visit some art museums.
09:00
THE RISE departs from
Osaka Universal Bayside.
First, we'll head to Kyoto Station from Ajikawaguchi Station, the nearest station to THE RISE Osaka Universal Bayside.
10:30
Arrived at Kyoto Station
Once you arrive at Kyoto Station, head towards your destination, the Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art.
11:00
Kyoto City Kyocera
Museum of Art
This is one of Kyoto's leading art museums, blending historical architecture with modern design. It frequently holds highly anticipated exhibitions, offering new discoveries with every visit.
POINT!
For lunch, I highly recommend the museum cafe, "ENFUSE."
You can enjoy carefully
selected coffee here.
You can enjoy carefully
selected coffee here.
14:30
Kyoto National Museum
of Modern Art
This museum showcases a wide range of art, from modern Japanese art to crafts and design. Its appeal lies in its tranquil atmosphere, allowing visitors to carefully contemplate the works.
17:00
I returned to Kyoto
Station and headed to
"THE RISE Osaka
Universal Bayside".
After leaving the museum, we'll head back to Kyoto Station.
With the lingering impression of the art still fresh in my mind, I begin my journey back to "THE RISE Osaka Universal Bayside."
With the lingering impression of the art still fresh in my mind, I begin my journey back to "THE RISE Osaka Universal Bayside."
18:00
Arrived at
THE RISE Osaka
Universal Bayside.
How about enjoying your second day's dinner in your room?
The room has a kitchen equipped with a microwave, toaster, cutlery, and other amenities.
You can enjoy seasonal deli items and local sake selected from the basement food halls of Kyoto department stores, all while relaxing as if you were at home.
The room has a kitchen equipped with a microwave, toaster, cutlery, and other amenities.
You can enjoy seasonal deli items and local sake selected from the basement food halls of Kyoto department stores, all while relaxing as if you were at home.
20:00
After a day of lots of
traveling, I refreshed
myself in a natural
hot spring.
Refresh yourself in "Hinata no Yu," a natural hot spring located on the rooftop. Enjoy a luxurious moment to soothe your mind and body.
Day03
Returning to the classics,
THE RISE departs from
Arrived at
Osaka City Museum of
Abeno Harukas
I headed home,
Returning to the classics,
concluding your art
experience in Tennoji.
10:00
THE RISE departs from
Osaka Universal Bayside.
After a hearty breakfast, I'll visit more art museums in Osaka.
After checking out, let's head to the nearest station, "Ajikawaguchi Station."
After checking out, let's head to the nearest station, "Ajikawaguchi Station."
10:45
Arrived at
Tennoji Station
I will walk to the Osaka City Museum
of Fine Arts.
of Fine Arts.
11:00
Osaka City Museum of
Fine Arts
This historic art museum, nestled within Tennoji Park, underwent renovations in 2025, transforming into a more comfortable and sophisticated space.
You can leisurely enjoy the impressive collection, primarily of Japanese and East Asian art, in a calm and tranquil atmosphere.
You can leisurely enjoy the impressive collection, primarily of Japanese and East Asian art, in a calm and tranquil atmosphere.
POINT!
"ENFUSE Osaka" is a museum
cafe where you can enjoy
menus and sweets made with
various ingredients from all
over Japan.
Please enjoy your lunch.
cafe where you can enjoy
menus and sweets made with
various ingredients from all
over Japan.
Please enjoy your lunch.
14:00
Abeno Harukas
Art Museum
This urban art museum is located inside a skyscraper 300 meters above ground. In addition to its diverse special exhibitions, visitors can also enjoy its extraordinary location.
POINT!
If you go to Abeno Harukas,
I recommend taking a trip to
the observation deck.
You can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka, including Osaka
Castle and Tsutenkaku Tower.
I recommend taking a trip to
the observation deck.
You can enjoy a panoramic view of Osaka, including Osaka
Castle and Tsutenkaku Tower.
17:00
I headed home,
still basking in the
afterglow of the art.
Let's head home, reminiscing about our travels and looking back at the many works of art we've seen.
Reasons why
"THE RISE Osaka
Universal Bayside"
was chosen as the base
for this trip
-
Overwhelming access
It's close to a theme park!
You can avoid crowded trains and stay at the park from right after it opens until just before it closes. -
BBQ without bringing
anythingNo preparation needed, you can
enjoy a BBQ without bringing
anything. The venue is on the
rooftop!
Raising a toast together while
gazing at the night view of Osaka
will make it an even more
memorable night. -
Includes natural
hot springIt includes a natural hot spring
where you can properly soothe
your tired body after walking.
Refresh yourself at this
full-fledged spa, which includes
everything from open-air baths
to carbonated springs and saunas,
and you're sure to be able to
play to your heart's content
the next day. -
Comfortable guest rooms
and facilities"Accommodations where you can
stay as if you were living there"
The themed rooms, furnished with
furniture from famous brands,
offer a sense of comfort and
relaxation, just like being at home.
The fully equipped kitchen and
washing machine are also great
features.
We also have spacious rooms that
can accommodate up to 9 people,
making it ideal for group stays. -
A satisfying meal
You can enjoy high-quality meals
for both breakfast and dinner at
the hotel's restaurant.
One of the attractions is being
able to enjoy a satisfying meal
without having to travel.
Station to Osaka Station.