7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Japan

  1. Day 1: Tokyo DisneySea
    Approximately 1 hour (16 km) from Tokyo Station

    Experience the magic of Disney at the nautical themed DisneySea, which offers rides and attractions for all ages.

  2. Day 2: Sensoji Temple and Asakusa
    Approximately 45 minutes (11 km) from DisneySea

    Visit Tokyo's oldest temple, Sensoji, and take a stroll through the nearby Nakamise shopping street for souvenirs and street food.

  3. Day 3: Mount Fuji and Hakone
    Approximately 2.5 hours (150 km) from Asakusa

    Take a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi, ride on the Mt. Komagatake Ropeway, and visit the Owakudani volcanic valley.

  4. Day 4: Universal Studios Japan
    Approximately 3 hours (370 km) from Hakone

    Experience thrill rides based on popular movies and shows and enjoy their Universal Wonderland area for kids.

  5. Day 5: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
    Approximately 4 hours (340 km) from Universal Studios Japan

    Pay respects and learn about the history of the atomic bombing at this poignant park and museum.

  6. Day 6: Nara Park
    Approximately 3 hours (340 km) from Hiroshima

    Experience traditional Japan and see the free-roaming deer while visiting temples such as Todaiji.

  7. Day 7: Osaka Castle and Dotonbori
    Approximately 1 hour (45 km) from Nara Park

    Take in the beauty of the castle and its surrounding park while experiencing local street food and entertainment at Dotonbori.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Tokyo DisneySea (1 day, $75 per adult)
  • Sensoji Temple and Asakusa (5 hours, free)
  • Mount Fuji and Hakone (1 day, $150 per adult)
  • Universal Studios Japan (1 day, $90 per adult)
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (4 hours, $10 per adult)
  • Nara Park (4 hours, free)
  • Osaka Castle and Dotonbori (5 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $410 per adult

Useful Tips

For more time: Add a day trip to Kyoto or a visit to Tokyo Disneyland. For less time: Skip Mount Fuji and make a quick visit to Hiroshima. Remember to bring comfortable shoes for walking and be mindful of opening and closing times for each location.

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