An Overnight Trip from Osaka to Awaji Island: Anime Theme Park, Hello Kitty Restaurant, Glamping Escapes, and More!

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Awaji Island is just 1 hour from Osaka by public transportations, easily accessible from any areas. The Island is a hidden gem with an anime theme park, Hello Kitty attractions, and natural beauty, a perfect destination for an overnight trip after enjoying Osaka or Kyoto .

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Awaji Island, located in the Seto Inland Sea in Hyogo Prefecture, is known for its rich history, delicious food, and beautiful nature. Just one hour from Osaka, it offers a perfect escape from the busy cities of the Kansai Region. We are here to introduce you to the beautiful spots on Awaji Island, including hotels, restaurants, events, theme parks, and much more. This account is operated mainly as a PR effort by Pasona Group.

Required time

2 Days 1 Night

Transportation

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Location

Access to Awaji Island

Whether you want to take a bus or drive, getting to Awaji Island is simple. From Kobe, it takes about 30 min., and from Osaka, around 1 hour.

To directly get to all the exciting restaurants, Hello Kitty attractions and an anime theme park on the west coast of Awaji Island, take the "Kita Awaji Nishi Kaigan Line" (North Awaji West Coast Bus) from Sannomiya Bus Terminal in Kobe. Please check below to find out which bus stop to get off for a specific facility you would like to visit.

Kita Awaji Nishi Kaigan Line (Direct Bus to Awaji Island)

The west coast resort offers a free shuttle service that travels around the area, making it easy to explore the West Coast sites. If you're lucky, you might find yourself on a bus decorated like your favorite character! Please check below for its schedule and route.

Free Shuttle Bus inside Awaji Island

Day 1

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Take the "Kita Awaji Nishi Kaigan Line" (North Awaji West Coast Bus), get off at Nojima Ookawa (SEIKAIHA Mae) and walk up the hill for a few minutes.

HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX

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HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX Reservation

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Take the free shuttle bus to HELLO KITTY SMILE!

HELLO KITTY SMILE

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HELLO KITTY SMILE Reservation

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Take a free shuttle bus to the anime theme park Nijigen no Mori. GRAND CHARIOT is located right beside the theme park.

GRAND CHARIOT

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Day 2

Nijigen no Mori

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Naruto, a beloved anime series enjoyed by audiences of all ages, invites fans to enter the ninja world through an interactive adventure at Nijigen no Mori. This experience includes a 3D maze, challenges, puzzles, and ninja tasks, all designed to send participants on missions to restore harmony to the universe.

On the other hand, The Dragon Quest series, famous for its engaging storylines, distinctive artwork, classic turn-based gameplay, and memorable music, offers fans a chance to step into its universe on Awaji Island. Go on an adventure exploring towns, interacting with NPCs, discovering chests, and battling monsters.

The two attractions mentioned here provide just a taste of the many experiences awaiting visitors at Nijigen no Mori. Crayon Shin-chan Park immerses participants in a nostalgic world brimming with humor and joyful moments, while the “Godzilla Intercept Operation” guarantees plenty of thrills.

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Finally, take the "Kita Awaji Nishi Kaigan Line" (North Awaji West Coast Bus) to go back to Sannomiya Bus Terminal!

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Closing

This planned overnight trip to Awaji Island barely scratches the surface of its extraordinary offerings, making it a hidden treasure with unique experiences not found elsewhere. Awaji Island stands out as the perfect destination for those who have already visited major touristic spots in Japan and looking for more local and less crowded places.

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