Hi everyone. I’m going to Japan next week and I wanted to figure out an easy itinerary for myself. It’s my first time doing a solo travel and I am currently pregnant. Wanted to do solo traveling before I am never solo again!
I’ve been to Osaka and Kyoto before, and I’ve already visited the major tourist spots like the temples and shrines so I am not trying to revisit them because I don’t want to do too much walking. I’m looking for pretty picturesque experiences and an easy itinerary.
This is what I have so far without giving too many details of the time slots.
Day 1: Seoul to Kansai 3-4pm arrival
-hotel check in
-walk around Dotonbori (don quiote), Den Den Town (find a Pokémon card my brother wants), walk through Shinsekai, Umeda (Nintendo store/Pokémon center)
*I just feel like grabbing street foods/desserts and shopping around as I’ve visited these areas/places before*
-river cruise booking from klook to end the night
Day 2: Kyoto
-Osaka Station to Kyoto Station
-Gion District
-walk around, chill at cafe, dinner at restaurant
Day 3: Kobe
-hotel to Airbnb switch, still in Osaka
-Osaka Station to Sannomiya Station
-check out Port Harbor area~ ferris wheel, mosaic mall?
Day 4: Universal Studios
*I don’t plan on going on any rides. I don’t like rides anyway but even the small ones I know to skip them. Mainly going for the food, then head home! Also being alone, I don’t think I will explore the whole park, mainly Super Mario Land, Harry Potter World*
Day 5: Solaniwa Onsen
-flight home mid-day
I’m not sure what to do in Kobe and I feel like that day might be short. Any cute cafe recommendations or restaurants for Kobe beef? My friend says lunch time discounts are important to keep in mind for the beef.
I also know that onsens are not recommended for pregnant women. I booked that onsen because they let me wear a yukata and they have a foot bath. I’m okay with not going fully in the baths.
Is there any other recommended things to see or do for a solo pregnant traveler? I have a few cafes or dessert spots pinned for Osaka, but my Kyoto and Kobe days are a little empty. Universal will most likely take up all my energy for the day.
Thank you^^
I also like making content of cool things or seasonal things in the convenience stores and whatnot if there is anything going on.