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7-Day Luxury Itinerary for Japan

  1. Day 1: Tokyo
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Haneda Airport

    Start your day at the peaceful Meiji Shrine for a morning stroll. Head to the Imperial Palace in the afternoon and finish the day with a luxurious sushi dinner at Sukiyabashi Jiro.

  2. Day 2: Kyoto
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    2 hours 15 minutes (320 miles) from Tokyo

    Spend the morning at Fushimi Inari Taisha, a stunning Shinto shrine surrounded by thousands of torii gates. Then, visit Kinkaku-ji, a Zen temple coated in gold. Finish with a traditional Kaiseki dinner at Kitcho Arashiyama.

  3. Day 3: Hakone
    2 hours (75 miles) from Kyoto

    Take a luxurious train ride to Hakone. Spend the day soaking in the natural hot springs of the Hakone Open-Air Museum and admiring the stunning views of Mount Fuji. Stay overnight at the Gora Kadan Ryokan for a traditional Japanese experience.

  4. Day 4: Osaka
    2 hours 30 minutes (120 miles) from Hakone

    Start the day with a visit to Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous landmarks. Explore the vibrant Dotonbori district in the afternoon and try some delicious local street food. Finish the day with a drink at the Sky Lounge Stardust.

  5. Day 5: Hiroshima
    2 hours (200 miles) from Osaka

    Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in the morning to pay your respects. Then, take a ferry to Miyajima to see the famous Itsukushima Shrine. End the day with a Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki dinner at Okonomi-mura.

  6. Day 6: Nara
    1 hour (30 miles) from Kyoto

    Visit Todai-ji temple in the morning to see the world's largest bronze Buddha statue. Then, feed the friendly deer in Nara Park. Finish the day with a relaxing hot spring soak at the Nara Hotel.

  7. Day 7: Tokyo
    2 hours (70 miles) from Nara

    Shop for souvenirs at the upscale Ginza district in the morning. Visit the teamLab Borderless digital art museum in the afternoon. Finish your trip with a farewell dinner at the three-Michelin-starred restaurant Quintessence.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider taking a side trip to the stunning island of Naoshima, known for its contemporary art museums. Don't forget to try some wagyu beef and attend a traditional tea ceremony. For the ultimate luxury experience, book a private tour guide and stay at high-end ryokans or hotels.

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