Sensory-overload Tokyo
Culturally-rich Asakusa
Seaside bliss, history
A city of contrasts
Nature's charm
Scenic drives, history
Picturesque countryside
Ancient capital magic
Historic architecture, spirituality
Buddhist influences, deer
Foodie heaven, nightlife
Peaceful memorials, holiness
Natural beauty, onsen
Catching flights, memories
If you have more time, explore the beaches of Okinawa, visit the snow monkeys in Nagano, or take a tour of Sapporo's breweries. If you have less time, spend fewer days in Tokyo or skip the sidetrips to Yokohama and Hakone to make more time for exploring Kyoto and Nara.