Morning: Land at Narita/Haneda, transfer to your hotel in Shibuya and settle in.
Afternoon: Stroll through the iconic Shibuya Crossing and explore the trendy boutiques of Harajuku’s Takeshita Street.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a yakitori alley in Shibuya and soak up the neon lights.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the historic Senso‑ji Temple in Asakusa and browse Nakamise Shopping Street.
Afternoon: Dive into electronics and otaku culture in Akihabara, then relax in Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
Evening: Experience the bustling nightlife of Shinjuku, sampling ramen at Omoide Yokocho.
Find HotelsMorning: Savor fresh sushi at the Tsukiji Outer Market while the market buzzes with energy.
Afternoon: Walk the upscale lanes of Ginza and admire contemporary art at the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi Hills.
Evening: Ascend the Tokyo Tower for panoramic night views before dinner in the surrounding area.
Find HotelsMorning: Pay respects at the serene Meiji Shrine nestled in Yoyogi Park.
Afternoon: Cross the Rainbow Bridge to Odaiba, enjoying the teamLab Borderless digital museum and seaside promenade.
Evening: Return to central Tokyo for a final nightcap in Roppongi, reflecting on your stay.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the Shinkansen to Kyoto, check into a ryokan near the city centre.
Afternoon: Wander the historic streets of Gion, spotting traditional machiya houses and geisha.
Evening: Dine on kaiseki cuisine at a riverside restaurant in the Pontocho alley.
Find HotelsMorning: Marvel at the golden façade of Kinkaku‑ji (Golden Pavilion) surrounded by tranquil gardens.
Afternoon: Explore the bamboo forest and scenic riverbanks of Arashiyama, optionally taking a boat ride.
Evening: Return to Pontocho for dinner and perhaps a traditional tea ceremony.
Find HotelsMorning: Board the Shinkansen to Hiroshima; visit the moving Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
Afternoon: Ferry to Miyajima Island to see the iconic floating torii of Itsukushima Shrine and hike Mount Misen.
Evening: Return to Kyoto, unwind with a light meal near your accommodation.
Find HotelsMorning: Climb through the thousands of vermilion gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha.
Afternoon: Tour the historic Nijo Castle, learning about shogunate life.
Evening: Collect luggage and head to Kansai International Airport for your departure.
Find HotelsIf you have extra time, add a half‑day in Nikko from Tokyo or a night in Osaka after Kyoto for vibrant street food. To shorten the trip, combine Day 5 and Day 6 by skipping the evening stroll in Gion and focusing on the main temples, or replace the Hiroshima day trip with a quicker visit to Himeji Castle from Kyoto.