Morning: Arrive at Narita International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Tokyo. Take some time to settle in and relax from your journey.
Afternoon: Explore the vibrant Shinjuku District, visit Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for panoramic city views, and stroll through Chuo Park.
Evening: Experience the neon-lit streets of Shibuya, including the famous Shibuya Crossing, and dine at local eateries.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa and explore Nakamise-dori shopping street.
Afternoon: Head to Main Edo-Tokyo Museum to learn about Tokyo’s history, then visit Ueno Park and its museums.
Evening: Enjoy a traditional dinner in Ginza and explore high-end shopping streets.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Hakone via train, enjoy views of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi.
Afternoon: Visit the Hakone Open-Air Museum and relax in an onsen hot spring.
Evening: Return to Tokyo and rest at your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto.
Afternoon: Check into your accommodation and visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Evening: Walk through the historic Gion District and share traditional Kyoto cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine and its thousands of torii gates.
Afternoon: Visit Ryoan-ji Temple and walk through Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
Evening: Relax at a traditional tea house.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Nara to see Tōdai-ji Temple and its giant Buddha.
Afternoon: Wander through Nara Park and feed the friendly deer.
Evening: Return to Kyoto and explore local neighborhoods.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) and 哲学の道.
Afternoon: Tour sake breweries in Fushimi and enjoy tastings.
Evening: Experience a traditional Kyoto kaiseki dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Osaka.
Afternoon: Visit Osaka Castle and stroll through Dotonbori for shopping and street food.
Evening: Enjoy the lively nightlife of Osaka.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.
Afternoon: Take a short train to Kobe to visit the Kobe Harborland area and try famous Kobe beef.
Evening: Return to Osaka and relax.
Find HotelsMorning: Shinkansen to Hiroshima, visit the Peace Memorial Park.
Afternoon: Take a ferry to Miyajima and see the iconic Itsukushima Shrine.
Evening: Return to Osaka for overnight stay.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Nagoya.
Afternoon: Visit Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine.
Evening: Enjoy local cuisine at a nearby izakaya.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive or take a bus to Takayama, stroll through the old town.
Afternoon: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go with traditional gassho-style houses.
Evening: Return to Nagoya or stay overnight in Takayama.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel back towards Hakone for relaxation.
Afternoon: Visit Hakone Shrine and enjoy views of Mount Fuji.
Evening: Relax in an onsen hot spring.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel back to Tokyo via train.
Afternoon: Free time for shopping or visiting Harajuku.
Evening: Explore Odaiba and enjoy night views of the city skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Nikko to see the ornate Toshogu Shrine.
Afternoon: Walk around Nikko National Park.
Evening: Return to Tokyo for overnight stay.
Find HotelsMorning & Afternoon: Enjoy your choice of visiting TOKYO DisneySea or relaxing with optional activities.
Evening: Optional shopping or visiting local districts.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Sensō-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street.
Afternoon: Explore Akihabara for electronics and anime culture.
Evening: Dine at a themed cafe or restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit TeamLab Borderless digital art museum.
Afternoon: Walk through Roppongi Hills, enjoy city views from Mori Tower.
Evening: Experience Tokyo's vibrant nightlife.
Find HotelsUse this day for shopping, additional sightseeing, or relaxing at your leisure in Tokyo.
Find HotelsVisit any remaining points of interest or revisit favorite spots. Prepare for departure.
Find HotelsTransfer to Narita or Haneda Airport for your departure flight home.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: approximately $4,065
To extend your trip, consider adding extra days in Kyoto or Osaka to explore more temples and local districts. If you're pressed for time, you can reduce days in certain cities, prioritizing your must-see attractions. Booking accommodations and transportation in advance can also save time and money.