osaka, Kobe, Kyoto,Nara, Hiroshima

Hi there,

1.) It depends on how many days you will spend in each city. I could give you a better suggestion if you tell me how long you intend to visit each city.

2.) The Shinkansen to Hiroshima does depart from Shin-Osaka. It would make sense to start your trip from here.

3.) You could consider a visit Himeji on the route to Hiroshima. It's a perfect stop-over to see the local castle for a couple of hours. One of the most beautiful in Japan.

Hope this helps,
Daniel

hi Daniel
I have a better picture now. I have posted in "tour of Kansai" for your inputs

see you there!
thank you