[bongpb]

I am planning for a trip to Japan from 15 Nov to 22 Nov 08 for 2 adults and 2 kids (below 12) to Tokyo and Osaka.

My itinerary as follows :
Day 1 - Singapore to Tokyo
Day 2 to 4 - Tokyo disneyland and disneysea
Day 5 Hakone National Park and Mt Fuji
Day 6 Osaka Nara Deer Park and Todaji Temple
Day 7 Universal Studio
Day 8 Osaka Castle -> Singapore

I have a few questions :
1. Should I purchase the Japan Railway pass - 1 week ? Is it cheaper ? I was told told that it is not. Is the Japan Railway pass includes ShiKanshi to Osaka ?

2. Should I join a local tour to Hakone National Park and to Osaka ?

3. Is 1 day sufficient for universal studio ?

I will stay at friend's house in Tokyo, pse advise good place to stay in Osaka and other suggestion.

Thanks & Regards Desmond