Arrive at Narita/Haneda and take airport limousine or train to central Tokyo; choose hotel in Shinjuku/Shibuya for easy group logistics. Hotels can usually hold luggage before standard check-in (15:00).
A calm retreat after travel; large gardens with Japanese/English landscape styles — great for adjusting to time zone. Typically open 9:00–16:30 (last entry 16:00); closed Monday (check day).
T's TanTan offers 100% vegan ramen and is very reliable for groups seeking no-animal ingredients; if using a Shinjuku base, request hotel to recommend a vegan/vegetarian nearby and call ahead for a large group. Typically open ~7:00–22:30 (hours vary by branch).
Check in (standard 15:00). For a group of 7, book twin/double rooms with 2–3 rooms or family suites; request vegetarian/Jain meal support from hotel prior to arrival.
See the famous scramble crossing and Hachiko statue; lively area for quick shopping and photos. Open/public space — accessible any time; best around dusk for lights.
Many Indian restaurants in Tokyo can prepare Jain or pure-vegetarian meals if contacted in advance; ask for no onion/garlic and no root vegetables for strict Jain diet.
Start with a hearty vegan breakfast; many hotels can arrange vegetarian/Jain breakfasts with advance notice. Confirm with hotel reception night before.
A serene Shinto shrine set in a forested area adjacent to Harajuku; entrance is free and it’s ideal for a peaceful morning stroll. Grounds typically open 05:00–18:00 (times vary by season).
Colorful youth fashion street with interesting shops and vegan crepe options; stroll for culture and quick purchases. Street is open all day; peak midday.
Saido and T's are known for plant-based Japanese dishes; inform staff about Jain restrictions (no root vegetables) — many places can accommodate partial requests but confirm in advance. Typical lunch 11:30–15:00.
Seek an ISKCON or fully vegetarian Indian restaurant for guaranteed pure veg/Jain compliance; book ahead for a group of 7 and request no onion/garlic/root veg.
Nikko has fewer strict-vegetarian options; arrange a pure-veg lunch via your Tokyo hotel or bring pre-ordered vegetarian bento to ensure Jain/veg needs are met.
Back in Tokyo, enjoy a pre-arranged Jain-friendly dinner at the hotel or a pre-booked fully vegetarian restaurant; confirm all restrictions in writing.
Ride offers views of volcanic valleys and — on clear days — Mt. Fuji. Note: Owakudani ropeway may close occasionally for volcanic activity; check status in advance. Typical ropeway hours 9:00–16:30.
Choose a value-luxury ryokan that can offer private onsen or group-friendly rooms; request vegetarian/Jain kaiseki or separate pure-veg menu in advance.
Many ryokans provide vegetarian kaiseki when arranged in advance; shōjin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian) features seasonal vegetables and tofu, but confirm avoidance of root veggies for Jain diners.
Shigetsu serves temple cuisine (shojin ryori) in Arashiyama; must reserve for groups and discuss Jain restrictions to avoid root vegetables. Typical service hours around lunch/dinner windows; confirm when booking.
Shigetsu (temple restaurant) offers refined vegetarian meals; many modern vegan spots also provide hearty Western/Japanese fusion dishes — book for the group.
Vibrant food and entertainment district — many places but limited 100% vegetarian options; stick to pre-selected veg restaurants or street-stall snacks that are plant-based.
Choose a known vegan/vegetarian restaurant and inform them of Jain restrictions; many vegetarian places in Osaka cater to international guests with advance notice.
Choose skyline views from Umeda Sky Building (open ~10:00–22:30) or explore instant noodle history at CupNoodles Museum (open ~10:00–18:00) — both are fun for groups.
Important historical site and museum detailing the 1945 bombing; museum typically open 8:30–18:00 (verify) and has an entrance fee. Allow time for reflective visit.
Return to Hiroshima station and travel onward. If your departure city is Tokyo, consider taking a Shinkansen back or an internal flight (not covered here).
Board flights home — itinerary ends. If staying overnight locally, extend hotel booking; otherwise head to airport earlier for international procedures.