Dates are flexible. This day-by-day plan is provisional until you choose exact travel dates.
Take an overnight Delhi–Tokyo flight if possible; the nonstop flight is usually around 9–11 hours, but plan on roughly 12–14 hours from leaving your Delhi hotel to reaching central Tokyo. Allow 2–3 hours at Narita or Haneda for immigration, baggage, customs, and purchasing or loading an IC card. From Haneda, the train to Asakusa takes about 35–50 minutes and costs roughly ₹400–₹600 per person; from Narita, allow 60–90 minutes and about ₹1,200–₹2,000 per person, depending on the train. A realistic return-flight budget is ₹30,000–₹45,000 per person, while today’s airport-to-hotel transfer for two should be budgeted at ₹1,000–₹4,000. Drop your bags at your Asakusa hotel—normal check-in may not be until 3 PM—and keep the first afternoon intentionally light after the flight.
Begin with an easy wander through Asakusa, staying around the pedestrian streets near the river and temple district rather than trying to cover half of Tokyo. Then visit Sensō-ji, whose main grounds are free and generally accessible throughout the day; the main hall typically closes in the early evening, so try to arrive before about 5 PM if you want to go inside. The approach is especially atmospheric as the lanterns come on, though Nakamise-dori can be crowded and many small shops usually close around 5–6 PM. Allow roughly an hour for the temple and another 45 minutes for browsing traditional sweets, rice crackers, fans, and souvenirs. Set aside ₹500–₹1,000 per person for snacks and small purchases.
Have your first Tokyo dinner at Daikokuya Tempura, a long-established restaurant close to Sensō-ji. Their tendon-style tempura is filling and rich, so it works well after a tiring travel day; expect approximately ₹1,500–₹3,000 per person, depending on your order. Queues are common, and seating is compact, so arrive early in the evening rather than aiming for a late dinner; check the restaurant’s current hours on the day, as opening days and closing times can change. From your hotel, most of this route is walkable; otherwise, short Tokyo Metro or Toei Subway rides are usually ₹150–₹250 per person. Keep the night quiet after dinner—Asakusa’s riverside streets are pleasant for a short honeymoon stroll, but save the late-night Tokyo districts for another day.
Start with Meiji Jingu, entering through the broad forest path from Harajuku Station. It is a lovely honeymoon morning: quiet, shaded, and a complete change from Tokyo’s bright streets. Allow about 1½ hours, including time for the shrine grounds and a respectful visit to the main shrine. Entry is free; opening and closing times vary by season, so check the official site shortly before going. From Harajuku, walk 5–10 minutes to Takeshita Street. Spend about an hour browsing small fashion shops and trying snacks such as crêpes or rainbow-coloured treats; budget ₹500–₹1,000 per person. It becomes crowded later, so avoid lingering if the street feels packed.
Walk south toward Omotesando, following the tree-lined avenue for roughly 15 minutes. Treat this as a relaxed couples’ stroll rather than a shopping mission—the architecture, side lanes, galleries, and cafés are the appeal. For lunch, keep it light and leave room for your evening meal; a café meal in this area usually costs ₹1,200–₹2,000 per person. Tokyo prices are generally shown before the 10% consumption tax, and service charges may appear at restaurants.
Continue to the Nezu Museum, around 10–15 minutes on foot from central Omotesando. Allow two hours for the collection and its beautifully landscaped garden, which is especially pleasant when you want a slower honeymoon afternoon. Admission is typically around ₹900–₹1,200 per person, depending on the exhibition. The museum is commonly closed on Mondays and may have seasonal exhibition hours, so verify the current schedule before setting out; advance tickets are useful if a popular exhibition is running. If you arrive before opening, enjoy a coffee along Kotto-dori rather than rushing.
Finish at Bills Omotesando, a short walk back toward Omotesando Station, for a leisurely early dinner or late meal. Reserve if possible, particularly for a window-side table or weekend visit; allow about an hour and budget ₹2,000–₹3,500 per person. Afterward, you can wander the illuminated avenue or return by Tokyo Metro from Omotesando Station using an IC card. Local transport for the day should generally stay around ₹500–₹800 per person, excluding food and admissions.
Begin at Tokyo Station Marunouchi, ideally around 8:30–9:00 AM while the area is still calm. Photograph the red-brick Marunouchi façade from Tokyo Station Marunouchi Square, then stroll along Marunouchi Naka-dori for the polished office-district skyline. Allow about an hour. From here, walk roughly 15 minutes to the Imperial Palace East Gardens; entry is free, but the gardens can close on certain days, so check the Imperial Household Agency’s schedule beforehand. Spend around 1½ hours among the former castle grounds, stone walls, and landscaped paths. Wear comfortable shoes—there is more walking than the map suggests.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to Tsukiji Outer Market—about 20–25 minutes by foot or 10 minutes by taxi. Arrive around 12:30 PM for a seafood lunch, allowing two hours to browse the narrow lanes and sample grilled seafood, tamagoyaki, sushi, or uni. Budget ₹1,500–₹3,000 per person; carry some cash because smaller stalls may not accept cards. Avoid treating the market as a single lunch venue: choose one main dish, then share a few tastings so you can keep exploring without feeling too full.
From Tsukiji, take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line from Tsukijishijo Station toward Kamiyacho, then walk into Azabudai Hills—roughly 20–30 minutes door to door. Keep your teamLab Borderless timed ticket for late afternoon, around 4:00 PM, and arrive 15–20 minutes early for entry procedures. Plan about two hours inside; the rooms are dark, floors can be uneven, and some areas involve gentle climbing, so comfortable footwear is useful. Tickets generally cost approximately ₹2,500–₹3,500 per person and must be booked in advance for your chosen time.
Afterwards, stay in Azabudai Hills Market for an easy dinner or dessert rather than crossing the city again. The market has attractive food counters and upscale takeaway options; budget ₹1,000–₹2,000 per person. For a more relaxed honeymoon finish, buy a few items and sit in the public terrace areas when available. Your estimated spend for the day is ₹6,000–₹9,000 for two, excluding hotel costs and the roughly ₹500–₹800 total for local transport. Check the garden’s closure calendar and reserve teamLab Borderless before finalising this day.
Take the Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto, aiming for an 8:00–9:00 AM departure. Allow about 90 minutes on the train, then another 30–45 minutes for the hotel shuttle, bus, or taxi to your ryokan and luggage drop. The full transfer usually costs around ₹1,800–₹2,500 per person, including local connections. From your accommodation, continue to Hakone Open-Air Museum in Gora; allow roughly two hours for the sculpture gardens, Picasso Pavilion, and the footbath. Admission is approximately ₹1,800 per person. A convenient lunch is at The Hakone Open-Air Museum Café, or look for a soba restaurant around Gora Station.
From Gora, take the Hakone Ropeway toward Ōwakudani—the cable cars and connecting route take roughly 30–40 minutes, but allow two hours overall for queues, photographs, and weather delays. At Ōwakudani, walk the short volcanic-valley paths and try the famous black eggs; visibility can disappear quickly in cloud, and the ropeway may suspend service in strong wind or volcanic conditions. The ropeway and transport are best covered with a Hakone Freepass, generally around ₹3,500–₹4,000 per person for two days, though prices and inclusions can change.
Continue by ropeway and bus toward Moto-Hakone for the Lake Ashi sightseeing cruise. The cruise takes about an hour and is particularly atmospheric in the late afternoon; on a clear day, sit outside for possible views toward Mount Fuji. Budget approximately ₹1,200–₹1,500 per person for the cruise. Check the final sailing before committing to the route, as boats and ropeways operate on seasonal schedules.
Return by bus or taxi to your ryokan in Hakone-Yumoto or Gora for a reserved kaiseki dinner. Expect beautifully presented seasonal courses, often with local fish, mountain vegetables, tofu, and wagyu; budget ₹5,000–₹10,000 per person, usually excluding drinks. Reserve dinner in advance—many ryokan serve only their staying guests and stop accepting meal orders earlier in the day. For this honeymoon night, confirm whether a private bath or in-room dinner is available, and keep the evening unhurried rather than adding another attraction.
Take a local bus from your Hakone accommodation toward Moto-Hakone after breakfast, allowing roughly 30–45 minutes depending on where you are staying. Start at Hakone Shrine, where the quiet forest approach and vermilion buildings feel especially atmospheric in the morning. The lakeside torii is popular for photographs, so expect a queue—often 20–45 minutes—and visit early for softer light and fewer crowds. Set aside about 1½ hours; shrine grounds are free, while transport is usually around ₹500–₹900 per person depending on your starting point.
From the shrine, walk to the Old Tokaido Cedar Avenue, a calm, shaded stretch of the historic highway between Moto-Hakone and Hatajuku. The full route can be uneven and takes longer than it looks, so wear proper shoes and allow about an hour for a relaxed section rather than rushing. Continue by bus to Amazake Chaya Tea House, a traditional roadside stop where you can try warm amazake, mochi, or other Japanese sweets. Budget ₹400–₹800 per person; carry some cash, as small historic establishments may not accept every card.
After your tea break, take the Hakone Tozan Bus toward Sengokuhara and get off near the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum. The journey can take 35–50 minutes, and Hakone buses become crowded later in the day, so leave a little buffer. Spend around two hours among the glass displays, European-style garden paths, and seasonal installations. Admission is approximately ₹1,500–₹2,000 per person; check the official calendar before travelling because opening days and exhibition hours can change. If you want lunch before entering, look for a simple set meal or café around Sengokuhara rather than trying to fit in another major attraction.
Return by bus to Hakone-Yumoto and spend an hour browsing the compact souvenir streets around the station. Good take-home gifts include yubadama sweets, local honey, woodcraft, and onsen-themed snacks; allow ₹500–₹1,500 per person depending on what you buy. For dinner, choose a restaurant near your ryokan or Hakone-Yumoto station rather than travelling across the valley after dark. A casual meal is usually ₹1,500–₹3,000 per person, while a ryokan dinner included in your stay may already be prepaid. Keep tonight unhurried—an onsen soak and an early night will make tomorrow’s move to Kyoto much easier.
Leave your Hakone accommodation by around 7:00–7:30 AM, allowing 4–5 hours door-to-door for the local transfer to Odawara, reserved Tokaido Shinkansen, and Kyoto arrival. Budget approximately ₹6,000–₹8,000 per person, including station access and local transport. Reserve a seat through SmartEX or JR Central; if travelling with luggage, use hotel forwarding or keep bags compact, as train aisles and Kyoto’s buses become awkward with large suitcases. On arrival, leave luggage at your hotel or a station locker before heading downtown.
Make your way to Nishiki Market by subway or taxi from Kyoto Station—roughly 15–25 minutes depending on traffic and your accommodation. Spend about 1½ hours grazing rather than eating one large meal: try yuba, grilled seafood, pickles, seasonal sweets, and matcha treats, with a budget of ₹1,000–₹2,000 per person. The market generally operates during daytime, but individual stalls vary and some close once they sell out, so arriving by mid-afternoon is safer. At the market’s eastern end, step into Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine, a compact, atmospheric stop that takes around 30 minutes and is free; keep voices low around worshippers and avoid eating while walking through the shrine grounds.
From the shrine, walk toward Pontocho Alley in about 10–15 minutes, arriving before dusk for a quieter look at its narrow wooden façades. Continue to Kiyamachi Street, where the canal, lanterns, and Kamo River atmosphere make this one of Kyoto’s nicest honeymoon walks; allow about an hour without rushing. For dinner at Kappo Sakamoto, reserve well ahead—availability is limited, menus may be fixed, and a cancellation policy is common. Plan roughly ₹5,000–₹10,000 per person, excluding drinks. If your reservation is not confirmed, do not rely on a same-day table; ask your hotel to recommend a nearby kaiseki or kappo alternative.
Start early at Kiyomizu-dera, ideally arriving around 7:30–8:00 AM before Higashiyama’s lanes become busy. From Kyoto Station, take a taxi for about 15–20 minutes, usually ₹1,000–₹1,500 per car, or use a city bus if you prefer to save money. The temple grounds and famous wooden stage take about two hours; budget roughly ₹300–₹500 per person for entry and small temple offerings. Comfortable shoes are important—the approach is uphill and paved with stone.
Walk downhill through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, allowing around 1½ hours for traditional sweet shops, pottery stores, cafés, and photographs. This is a good place for a light snack rather than a full lunch; try a matcha sweet or yatsuhashi, Kyoto’s cinnamon-flavoured confection. Keep an eye on the time, as some small shops open later in the morning and the lanes become much more crowded after 10:30 AM.
Continue to Kodai-ji, a short walk from the southern end of the preserved lanes. Its gardens, hillside paths, and bamboo grove feel calmer than the main Kiyomizu approach. Allow about 1½ hours and budget approximately ₹500–₹800 per person for admission, depending on the seasonal exhibition or illumination period. Afterward, take a relaxed break in Maruyama Park for around 45 minutes. It is a pleasant place to sit with a takeaway drink, especially if you have been walking continuously since breakfast. From Kodai-ji, the park is an easy downhill or level walk; no additional transport is necessary.
Walk through the nearby Gion streets toward Gion Corner for its compact introduction to Kyoto’s traditional arts, which may include forms such as dance, tea ceremony, flower arrangement, and puppet theatre. Performance schedules and ticket availability vary, so check the official timetable and reserve ahead rather than relying on same-day entry. Allow roughly an hour, with tickets commonly around ₹1,500–₹3,000 per person. Please avoid photographing private geisha activity or blocking narrow lanes; Gion is still a working neighbourhood, not just a sightseeing set.
Finish with dinner at Gion Ichiho, reserving in advance and confirming the restaurant’s current seating time. Plan on ₹3,000–₹6,000 per person, excluding drinks, for an intimate Kyoto-style meal and allow 1½ hours. From there, return to your hotel by taxi—often ₹700–₹1,500 per car within central Kyoto—or by walking to Sanjo Keihan or Gion-Shijo Station for the train.
Leave central Kyoto around 6:30–7:00 AM for Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. From Kyoto Station, take the JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station—about 15–20 minutes and roughly ₹130–₹150 per person—then walk 10–15 minutes. Arriving by about 7:30 AM gives you the best chance of a quieter walk; the grove itself is free and takes around an hour. Stay on the main path and keep voices low, as the bamboo area becomes crowded later in the morning.
Continue to Tenryu-ji, just beside the grove, for its landscaped gardens and mountain backdrop. Allow about 1–1½ hours; entry to the garden and temple areas is approximately ₹800–₹1,000 per person. From there, walk uphill to Ōkōchi Sansō Garden, a peaceful former villa with excellent seasonal views across western Kyoto. The entry fee is around ₹1,000–₹1,500 per person, usually including a small bowl of matcha and a sweet. Wear comfortable shoes—the garden has sloping paths and steps.
Walk down through Arashiyama Park toward the Katsura River and Togetsukyo Bridge. This is the most relaxed part of the day: take photographs from the riverbank, sit beneath the trees, and avoid rushing through the sightseeing streets. For lunch, eat at Arashiyama Yoshimura, known for soba and its bridge-facing setting. Expect around ₹1,000–₹2,000 per person; queues are possible, so an early lunch around 11:30 AM or a late lunch after 2:00 PM is easier. If the restaurant is busy, use the nearby riverside cafés rather than spending too long waiting.
Walk or take a short local taxi to Saga Torokko Station for the Sagano Romantic Train to Kameoka. The ride takes about 25 minutes, though allow roughly an hour in your schedule for boarding and the full station experience. Tickets are generally around ₹500–₹700 per person. Reserve seats in advance through the official railway channels if the service is operating during your trip, particularly for weekends or peak blossom season; departures can be seasonal, and availability should be checked before building the day around it. The train finishes at Torokko Kameoka Station, from where returning to central Kyoto requires a JR/local train combination and typically 1–1½ hours, costing about ₹500–₹900 per person. If the train is not running, spend the extra time by the river and return from Saga-Arashiyama Station instead.
Leave your Kyoto hotel around 7:15–7:30 AM and take the JR Miyakoji Rapid from Kyoto Station to JR Nara Station. The ride takes about 45 minutes; allow roughly ₹500–₹800 per person return, including local access. From the station, Kōfuku-ji is a pleasant 15-minute walk through central Nara. Spend about an hour around its historic pagoda and temple grounds. The main grounds are generally accessible during daylight, while any paid interior areas may have separate hours and admission.
Continue into Nara Park, where the deer wander freely among the paths and lawns. Buy deer crackers only when you are ready to feed them—deer can become persistent once they spot them—and bow after each small offering rather than holding the crackers out for too long. Budget ₹100–₹300 per person for crackers. Give yourselves around 1½ hours here, walking toward Tōdai-ji rather than trying to cover every corner of the park.
Enter Tōdai-ji by late morning, allowing about 1½ hours for the Great Buddha Hall and the surrounding temple complex. Admission is approximately ₹500–₹800 per person. The approach can become crowded by late morning, so keep valuables secure and expect a short queue at the ticket area. From Tōdai-ji, walk southeast through the quieter wooded paths of Nara Park toward Kasuga Taisha; the route takes roughly 25–35 minutes and is much nicer than using a bus for this short stretch. Allow another 1½ hours for the shrine’s lantern-lined approach and forest atmosphere. The paid inner areas typically cost around ₹500–₹800 per person; check the current hours on the official site, as access can vary by season.
Walk back toward central Nara and finish at Nakatanidou, near the Naramachi side of town. Its energetic mochi-pounding demonstrations are not necessarily continuous, so treat the timing as a lucky bonus rather than a guaranteed show; the fresh yomogi mochi is worth trying either way. Budget ₹200–₹500 per person. From there, allow 15–20 minutes on foot back to JR Nara Station, or take a short taxi if your legs are tired. Return to Kyoto Station by JR Miyakoji Rapid, then have an easy dinner near your hotel—this is a long walking day, usually around 12–15 km. Total sightseeing and food spending should be about ₹3,000–₹5,000 per person, excluding your Kyoto hotel.
Take the JR Special Rapid from Kyoto Station to Osaka Station around 8:30 AM; the ride is about 30 minutes and costs roughly ₹400–₹700 per person. After dropping bags at your Osaka hotel—most hotels will hold luggage before check-in—continue by local train toward Osaka Castle Park. Allow around 30–40 minutes from the station area, depending on your hotel. The park’s broad paths and moat are a pleasant, unhurried introduction to the city; budget about ₹200–₹400 per person for local transport and allow 1½ hours.
Continue to the Osaka Castle Museum late in the morning. The interior is more museum than original castle, but the exhibitions explain the Toyotomi period well, and the upper-floor observation level gives you a useful city panorama. Admission is usually around ₹700–₹1,000 per person, though prices and entry arrangements can change; check the official site before visiting. Expect security and ticket queues, particularly during spring travel periods.
Make your way to Kuromon Ichiba Market in Nipponbashi, normally around 20–30 minutes by subway from the castle area. This is the right place for a flexible lunch rather than a formal meal: share grilled scallops, fresh sashimi, wagyu skewers, tamagoyaki, or seasonal fruit as you wander. Set aside ₹1,500–₹3,000 per person, depending on how much seafood you try. Market stalls often close in the late afternoon, so arriving around 1:00–1:30 PM is safer than leaving it too late. Be considerate about eating only in designated areas, as many stalls do not allow food to be carried while walking.
From Kuromon Ichiba, it is a short walk toward Dotonbori and the Namba entertainment district. Spend the late afternoon and evening beside the canal, taking in the neon signs around Ebisu Bridge and wandering the smaller lanes away from the busiest stretch. Keep valuables secure in the crowds, and avoid stopping in the middle of narrow walkways for photographs.
Finish with okonomiyaki at Mizuno, one of Dotonbori’s long-established choices. Dinner usually costs about ₹1,000–₹2,000 per person, but queues are common and the restaurant may stop accepting customers before closing. Join the line early, or ask staff for the expected wait before committing; a 45–90-minute wait is possible at popular dinner hours. Keep the rest of the evening flexible—Dotonbori is best enjoyed slowly rather than by rushing between attractions.
Begin around 9:00 AM in Shinsekai, allowing about 1½ hours to wander its colourful retro lanes around Janjan Yokocho. This is a good time to see the district before the crowds arrive; look for old-fashioned game arcades, kushikatsu counters and the slightly theatrical Osaka atmosphere that makes the area distinctive. From central Osaka, take the Osaka Metro to Dobutsuen-mae or Ebisucho; local transport is usually about ₹150–₹250 per person each way.
Continue to Tsutenkaku, whose observation deck visit takes roughly an hour. The tower is compact, so treat it as a quick city panorama rather than a long attraction. Allow approximately ₹700–₹1,000 per person, and check the official ticketing page before leaving your hotel because admission procedures and observation-deck availability can vary. For a snack, try a small kushikatsu shop in Shinsekai, budgeting ₹600–₹1,200 per person; avoid over-ordering, as the evening meal is planned in Umeda.
Walk or take the Metro from Ebisucho toward Shitenno-ji, allowing 15–25 minutes depending on your route. Spend around 1½ hours in this historic temple complex, visiting the courtyard and grounds at an unhurried pace. Entry to the main paid areas is generally around ₹300–₹500 per person; opening hours are commonly daytime hours but can vary by season and special event, so confirm locally. Keep voices low around worship areas, and remove shoes wherever signage requests it.
After lunch near Tennoji—a casual set meal or noodle lunch should cost about ₹700–₹1,300 per person—head to Abeno Harukas. The observation deck is an excellent honeymoon stop, particularly in clear weather, with wide views across Osaka. Allow 1½ hours and budget approximately ₹1,200–₹1,800 per person. Tennoji and Abeno are well connected by foot and Metro, so you should not need a taxi unless carrying substantial luggage; keep roughly ₹1,000–₹1,500 per couple available for short taxi rides if the day becomes tiring.
Travel from Tennoji to Umeda on the Osaka Metro, allowing 20–30 minutes including station walking. Visit Umeda Sky Building around sunset, but check the sunset time and arrive 30–45 minutes beforehand because queues can form at popular times. The observatory usually takes about 1½ hours and costs approximately ₹1,000–₹1,500 per person. Afterward, walk toward Kiji Umeda for okonomiyaki. Expect a possible queue and budget ₹1,000–₹2,000 per person for dinner, depending on toppings and drinks. Keep the evening relaxed after the viewpoint; Osaka Station is nearby for the return journey, and local trains and Metro services generally cost about ₹150–₹300 per person back to your hotel.
Check out after breakfast and leave your Osaka hotel 3–4 hours before your international departure, allowing extra time for luggage, the airport transfer and check-in. From Namba, the Nankai Rapi:t is the quickest, most comfortable option to Kansai International Airport, taking roughly 35–45 minutes to Terminal 1; budget about ₹900–₹1,300 per person. From Umeda, use the JR Kansai Airport Express or Airport Limousine Bus, usually 60–90 minutes door-to-door and around ₹1,000–₹1,500 per person. Confirm your terminal before leaving, since some low-cost carriers use Terminal 2. Keep passports, boarding passes and any tax-free shopping documents accessible.
Only consider Rinku Premium Outlets if your flight is comfortably later and the hotel or station can store your luggage. From Kansai Airport, take the short train ride to Rinku Town, then walk around 10 minutes; allow approximately two hours for browsing. The outlet generally opens around 10:00 AM, but check current hours and holiday schedules before relying on it. It is a pleasant final stop for Japanese clothing, sportswear and souvenirs, but skip it entirely if you have less than about five hours before departure—airport formalities and an international flight are more important than last-minute shopping. Budget ₹1,000–₹5,000+ per person depending on purchases, plus roughly ₹150–₹300 per person for the local train.
For the flight home, allow at least three hours at Kansai International Airport for check-in, baggage drop, security and immigration. A nonstop Osaka–Delhi service, when scheduled, takes approximately 8–10 hours; otherwise, a one-stop itinerary will take considerably longer, so verify the live airline schedule and connection rules before booking. A realistic return-airfare allowance is ₹30,000–₹45,000 per person, though March fares can rise around school holidays and popular travel periods. For two travellers, reserve roughly ₹60,000–₹90,000 for the return sector and keep receipts for eligible tax-free purchases until you have completed the airport procedures.
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