14-Day Relaxation Itinerary: Exploring Japan in Slow-Pace
Day 1: Arrival at Tokyo
Narita International Airport
Rest and rejuvenate after jetlag.
Day 2: Stroll through Asakusa
24 minutes (5.7 km) from Narita International Airport
Traditional sights abound.
Day 3: Hike Mount Takao
52 minutes (32 km) from Asakusa
Nature and serenity.
Day 4: Explore Yokohama
44 minutes (40 km) from Mount. Takao
Important port city.
Day 5: Relax in Hakone's natural hot springs
40 minutes (30 km) from Yokohama
Unwind in onsen.
Day 6: Visit Kyoto's Fushimi-Inari
2 hours and 8 minutes (162 km) from Hakone
Stunning torii gates.
Day 7: Sail around Miyajima
3 hours and 26 minutes (305 km) from Fushimi-Inari
Peaceful island village.
Day 8: Stroll in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
40 minutes (24 km) from Miyajima
Pay tribute to victims.
Day 9: Relaxation in Kumamoto's Kurokawa Onsen
2 hours and 45 minutes (197 km) from Hiroshima
Therapeutic hot springs.
Day 10: Immerse yourself in Nagasaki's history
2 hours and 59 minutes (285 km) from Kumamoto
Cultural melting pot.
Day 11: Get lost in the alleyways of Takayama
6 hours and 3 minutes (849 km) from Nagasaki
Traditional Japanese town.
Day 12: Marvel at Snow Monkey Park in Nagano
3 hours and 59 minutes (322 km) from Takayama
Cute Japanese macaques.
Day 13: Enjoy a scenic train ride in Hakone
2 hours and 26 minutes (145 km) from Nagano
Relax from train window.
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.