14-Day Relaxation Itinerary: Exploring Japan in Slow-Pace

  1. Day 1: Arrival at Tokyo
    Narita International Airport

    Rest and rejuvenate after jetlag.

  2. Day 2: Stroll through Asakusa
    24 minutes (5.7 km) from Narita International Airport

    Traditional sights abound.

  3. Day 3: Hike Mount Takao
    52 minutes (32 km) from Asakusa

    Nature and serenity.

  4. Day 4: Explore Yokohama
    44 minutes (40 km) from Mount. Takao

    Important port city.

  5. Day 5: Relax in Hakone's natural hot springs
    40 minutes (30 km) from Yokohama

    Unwind in onsen.

  6. Day 6: Visit Kyoto's Fushimi-Inari
    2 hours and 8 minutes (162 km) from Hakone

    Stunning torii gates.

  7. Day 7: Sail around Miyajima
    3 hours and 26 minutes (305 km) from Fushimi-Inari

    Peaceful island village.

  8. Day 8: Stroll in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
    40 minutes (24 km) from Miyajima

    Pay tribute to victims.

  9. Day 9: Relaxation in Kumamoto's Kurokawa Onsen
    2 hours and 45 minutes (197 km) from Hiroshima

    Therapeutic hot springs.

  10. Day 10: Immerse yourself in Nagasaki's history
    2 hours and 59 minutes (285 km) from Kumamoto

    Cultural melting pot.

  11. Day 11: Get lost in the alleyways of Takayama
    6 hours and 3 minutes (849 km) from Nagasaki

    Traditional Japanese town.

  12. Day 12: Marvel at Snow Monkey Park in Nagano
    3 hours and 59 minutes (322 km) from Takayama

    Cute Japanese macaques.

  13. Day 13: Enjoy a scenic train ride in Hakone
    2 hours and 26 minutes (145 km) from Nagano

    Relax from train window.

  14. Day 14: Bid Farewell to Tokyo
    1 hour and 36 minutes (85 km) from Hakone

    Departure from Japan.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Asakusa Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Mount Takao (4-5 hours, Free)
  • Yokohama Chinatown (3 hours, Free)
  • Hakone Onsen (2-3 hours, ¥1000-¥2000)
  • Fushimi-Inari (3 hours, Free)
  • Miyajima Ferry (1-2 hours, ¥360 round-trip price)
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Kurokawa Onsen (2-3 hours, ¥1500-¥2000)
  • Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum (2-3 hours, ¥200-¥400)
  • Takayama Old Town (3 hours, Free)
  • Snow Monkey Park (2-3 hours, ¥800-¥900)
  • Hakone Train (2-3 hours, ¥1000-¥2000)
Total Estimated Costs: ¥4400-¥6400

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting Osaka's Universal Studios Japan or attending a Sumo wrestling match. Alternatively, if you have less time, cut out a few of the suggested destinations, or make a different itinerary focusing entirely on relaxation such as visiting Okinawa. It’s always a good idea to take into consideration any cultural festivals or events that Japan is currently holding during the time of the trip.

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