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Seven Days in Japan

  1. Day 1: Tokyo
    30 minutes (11 miles) from Narita International Airport

    Start your morning with a visit to Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can try fresh sushi for breakfast. In the afternoon, visit the Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa and take a stroll down the Nakamise Shopping Street. In the evening, head to the Shibuya Crossing for a bustling nightlife scene.

  2. Day 2: Mount Fuji
    2 hours 30 minutes (70 miles) from Tokyo

    Take a morning bus tour to Mount Fuji and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding area. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Fuji-Q Highland amusement park for thrilling rides and attractions. Stay overnight in the area to catch the sunrise at Mount Fuji.

  3. Day 3: Kyoto
    2 hours 40 minutes (226 miles) from Mount Fuji

    Spend the morning exploring the Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of torii gates. In the afternoon, visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the nearby Higashiyama District for traditional Japanese architecture and shops. In the evening, attend a traditional tea ceremony in Gion.

  4. Day 4: Nara
    1 hour (29 miles) from Kyoto

    Start your day with a visit to Nara Park to see the famous deer and Todai-ji Temple, home to the world's largest bronze statue of Buddha. In the afternoon, visit Kasuga-taisha Shrine and explore the traditional streets of Naramachi. In the evening, head back to Kyoto for dinner at a local izakaya.

  5. Day 5: Osaka
    1 hour (26 miles) from Kyoto

    Start your day with a visit to Osaka Castle, followed by a stroll through Dotonbori and a visit to the Kuromon Ichiba Market for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and ride the Tempozan Ferris Wheel for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, experience the vibrant nightlife of Shinsekai.

  6. Day 6: Hiroshima
    2 hours 40 minutes (199 miles) from Osaka

    Start your day with a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum to learn about the city's history. In the afternoon, take a ferry to Miyajima Island to see the famous Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate. In the evening, head back to Hiroshima for dinner at a local okonomiyaki restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Tokyo
    4 hours 30 minutes (321 miles) from Hiroshima

    Head back to Tokyo for your last day in Japan. Visit the Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park in the morning, followed by a visit to the trendy neighbourhood of Harajuku for shopping and street food. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local Japanese restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the Hakone hot springs or visiting the Snow Monkeys in Nagano. If you're interested in Japanese culture, attend a traditional kabuki or sumo wrestling match. To maximize your fun, consider purchasing a Japan Rail Pass for unlimited train travel.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tsukiji Outer Market (1 hour, ££)
  • Senso-ji Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Fuji-Q Highland (4 hours, £££)
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine (2 hours, free)
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple (2 hours, £)
  • Todai-ji Temple (2 hours, ££)
  • Osaka Castle (2 hours, £)
  • Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (2 hours, ££)
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum (3 hours, free)
  • Miyajima Island (3 hours, £)
  • Meiji Shrine (1 hour, free)
  • Yoyogi Park (1 hour, free)
  • Harajuku (2 hours, ££)
  • Japan Rail Pass (7 days, ££££)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ££££
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