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6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Japan: Fuji Mt, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Tokyo

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Osaka
    10 minutes (4.5 miles) from Kansai International Airport

    Upon arrival in Osaka, take the train to your hotel and check-in. In the morning, visit the Osaka Castle and take a boat ride along the moat. In the afternoon, visit the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, one of the world's largest aquariums. In the evening, head to Dotonbori for some delicious street food and shopping.

  2. Day 2: Kyoto
    45 minutes (28 miles) from Osaka

    In the morning, take the train to Kyoto and visit the Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. In the afternoon, visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and the Tenryu-ji Temple. In the evening, head to the Gion district to see traditional Japanese architecture and maybe spot a geisha.

  3. Day 3: Hiroshima
    2 hours and 40 minutes (180 miles) from Kyoto

    In the morning, take the train to Hiroshima and visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. In the afternoon, take a ferry to Miyajima Island and visit the Itsukushima Shrine and see the famous floating torii gate. In the evening, return to Hiroshima for dinner and explore the city's nightlife.

  4. Day 4: Fuji Mt
    5 hours and 15 minutes (330 miles) from Hiroshima

    In the morning, take the train to Fuji Mt and visit the Fuji Five Lakes for stunning views of the mountain. In the afternoon, visit the Fuji-Q Highland amusement park for thrilling rides and attractions. In the evening, relax in a traditional Japanese hot spring or onsen.

  5. Day 5: Tokyo
    2 hours and 30 minutes (90 miles) from Fuji Mt

    In the morning, take the train to Tokyo and visit the Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa. In the afternoon, visit the Tokyo Skytree for panoramic views of the city and the Odaiba area for shopping and entertainment. In the evening, explore the vibrant nightlife in Shinjuku or Shibuya.

  6. Day 6: Depart from Tokyo
    1 hour and 15 minutes (10 miles) from Haneda Airport

    In the morning, visit the Meiji Shrine in Shibuya and do some last-minute souvenir shopping. In the afternoon, take the train to Haneda Airport for your flight home.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, and the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden in Tokyo. Side trips worth taking are the Nara city in Osaka, the Himeji Castle in Hiroshima, and the Kamakura city in Tokyo. To maximize your fun, try out the local food and drinks such as sushi, ramen, and sake, attend a traditional tea ceremony, and dress up in a kimono. Don't forget to bring comfortable shoes and clothes for all the walking and sightseeing. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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