Morning: Arrive at Narita Airport and transfer to the Park Hyatt Tokyo in Shinjuku, where you’ll be welcomed with a traditional tea ceremony. After settling in, enjoy panoramic city views from the hotel's sky lounge.
Afternoon: Stroll through the serene Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, admiring its meticulously landscaped lawns and historic tea houses. Continue with a gourmet sushi lunch at the hotel's Michelin‑starred restaurant.
Evening: Experience the vibrant neon of Shibuya before returning to the hotel for a private onsen soak on the rooftop, followed by a multi‑course kaiseki dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a private bullet‑train transfer to Hakone and board a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi, catching stunning reflections of Mount Fuji. Disembark at the historic Hakone Shrine for a brief cultural visit.
Afternoon: Ride the Hakone Ropeway to the volcanic plateau of Owakudani, tasting the famous black eggs while enjoying panoramic volcanic vistas. Afterwards, check‑in to the ultra‑luxurious Gora Kadan Ryokan.
Evening: Relax in your private open‑air onsen with a view of the surrounding forest, then savor a seasonal kaiseki dinner prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel by private car to Kyoto, arriving at the elegant Hoshinoya Kyoto ryokan set along the tranquil Kamogawa River. Begin with a guided walk through the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
Afternoon: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kinkaku‑ji (Golden Pavilion), followed by a serene tea ceremony in the historic Urasenke tea house. Return to the ryokan for a relaxing river‑side massage.
Evening: Dine on a private kaiseki tasting menu featuring seasonal Kyoto produce, then enjoy a moonlit stroll along the Philosopher’s Path.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Hiroshima and take a short ferry to Miyajima Island, where the majestic Itsukushima Shrine appears to float at high tide. Hike gently up to Mount Misen for breathtaking island panoramas.
Afternoon: Check‑in to the exclusive Hoshinoya Miyajima resort, nestled within the forest canopy. Indulge in a leisurely lunch of fresh oysters and local delicacies on the terrace.
Evening: Unwind with a private onsen session overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, then enjoy a farewell dinner featuring a curated selection of Japanese whiskies.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add a day in the Japanese Alps for a luxury stay at a mountain lodge and a guided hike in Kamikochi. If you need to shorten it, combine Day 3 and Day 4 by flying directly from Hakone to Miyajima, skipping the Kyoto leg while still enjoying two nights of upscale accommodation.