The highlights of a vacation to Japan can't be reduced to a single place. Therefore, a day trip from Osaka is the ideal, hassle-free answer. There are many famous landmarks located only a short train ride from Osaka, making it easy to plan your itinerary.

These are 10 day trips from Osaka to the most popular Japanese destinations.

The sika deer, also known as the Japanese deer, call the expansive grounds of Nara Park home. With a population of 1,300, these deer are considered a natural treasure of Japan.

Among their many eccentricities, these deer have mastered the ability to nudge and bend their necks when they see food coming. Thus, the best way to win over these cute terrestrials is to buy some deer crackers from a street vendor for only 200 yen.

Visiting one of Japan's many temples or shrines is a certain way to get insight into the country's rich cultural heritage. Thus, a visit to the Todai-ji Temple in Nara is something that everyone should do at least once in their lifetime.

Many visitors—not just those who are interested in history or antiquity—find that visiting Nara's most significant temple is an enlightening and spiritual experience. The highlight of this temple is the 15-meter-tall copper Great Buddha inside the world's largest wooden building.

Kasuga-taisha is an ancient Shinto shrine located in the east of Nara Park. During the Japanese lantern festivals in February and August, the shrine's main hall is decorated with charming stone and bronze lanterns. Anyone who visits during these times will undoubtedly have a magical experience as they climb the path lined with lanterns to the shrine.

The Naruto Whirlpool is a spectacular natural phenomenon that makes the city of Naruto famous. The bizarre event is drawing tourists to Naruto to see the tidal whirl for themselves. Despite its deadly appearance, passing ships are quite safe.

Awaji Farm Park England Hill is a brand-new complex with a variety of attractions, including a nature park and a petting zoo. Children can get up and personal with bunnies and grassland dogs. Meanwhile, teenagers can take new profile pictures when taking a day trip from Osaka to England Hill.

There are also environmentally friendly vegetable patches that guests may harvest and take home with them. It is among the most tranquil and beautiful places in Japan.

Visit Kobe Harborland, a shopping wonderland and neon refuge, for some much-needed retail therapy. After exploring the shopping district, sit and relax by the lake as jazz music reverberates in the background.

Extend your stay and check out some art movies at the theater to get the most out of your trip. This place alone, in fact, makes Kobe one of the best cities near Osaka.

You may have read in history books about the atomic catastrophe that took place in Hiroshima. To get a better understanding of the past, visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, which is a 1 hour and 40 minutes Shinkansen ride from Osaka. You can listen to the stories behind the lives of those who lived through the disaster.

The Wakayama Electric Railway, which had been on the verge of bankruptcy, became well-known thanks to Tama, a calico cat who became famous for serving as a station master. This fluffy creature quickly won the hearts of the kids of Kishi Station in Wakatama.

Between 2005 and 2007, the railway saw almost a million extra riders. Although Tama has died, his legacy lives on through Yontama, the fourth Tama. Stop by and, with any luck, you'll see the famous station master wide awake as he is staring at the visitors who are dying to have their picture taken with him.

Don't leave Wakayama without seeing "Tuna Land." Learn the tricks of the trade and see several of the most costly pieces of tuna being sliced live three times a day. Afterward, go to Kuroshio Market in the community hall to stock up on fresh ingredients for a barbecue over open coals.

The magnificent island-like rock structure is a one-of-a-kind geological anomaly formed over eons by the relentless forces of time and erosion. Tourists on the road may relax at the beach as well as watch the sky become a brilliant color at sunset. Famous as “The Island of the Full Moon," this place is the best for a weekend trip from Osaka.

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Above are the best places you can visit on a day trip from Osaka. So, hop on the next train and take advantage of the remaining days of your trip to Japan. Don’t forget to download Traveloka, your lifestyle super app, to get more out of your holiday!