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Discovering Japan in 7 Days

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Day 1: Tokyo Exploration

Tokyo, Japan

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day with a sushi breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can experience fresh and delicious seafood.
Take the subway from your accommodation to Tsukiji Station. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
¥1500, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Explore Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa

Visit Tokyo's oldest temple, Senso-ji, and wander through the Nakamise Shopping Street for souvenirs and snacks.
Take a short walk from Tsukiji Outer Market to Asakusa. It takes around 30 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Ramen Street in Tokyo Station

Enjoy a variety of delicious ramen dishes at Ramen Street, located in the basement of Tokyo Station.
Take the subway from Asakusa to Tokyo Station. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
¥1000, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Meiji Shrine in Harajuku

Experience tranquility at Meiji Shrine surrounded by a forest in the middle of bustling Tokyo.
Take the Yamanote Line from Tokyo Station to Harajuku Station. It takes around 30 minutes.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Shinjuku Golden Gai

End your day with dinner at Shinjuku Golden Gai, a historic area with tiny bars and eateries.
Take the Yamanote Line from Harajuku Station to Shinjuku Station. It takes approximately 10 minutes.
¥2000, 2 hours
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Day 2: Tokyo to Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

8:00 AM

Travel to Kyoto via Shinkansen

Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station. Enjoy the scenic ride and high-speed travel experience.
Head to Tokyo Station and board the Shinkansen bound for Kyoto. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours.
¥14000, 2.5 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Nishiki Market

Indulge in Kyoto's culinary delights at Nishiki Market, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' offering local street food and fresh produce.
Take a short walk from Kyoto Station to Nishiki Market. It takes around 15 minutes.
¥1500, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha

Explore the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine with thousands of vermillion torii gates creating a picturesque tunnel.
Take a train from Nishiki Market to Fushimi Inari Station. It takes approximately 10 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Check-in at Ryokan (Traditional Inn)

Experience Japanese hospitality by staying at a traditional ryokan in Kyoto, complete with tatami rooms and an onsen.
Take a taxi or bus from Fushimi Inari Taisha to your ryokan. Travel time varies based on location.
¥15000 (per night), N/A
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Day 3: Kyoto Exploration

Kyoto, Japan

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Kyoto Station

Start your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast at one of the eateries in Kyoto Station.
Enjoy breakfast at your ryokan or explore breakfast options within Kyoto Station.
¥1000, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Admire the stunning Golden Pavilion set in a beautiful garden with reflecting ponds, a symbol of Kyoto.
Take a bus from Kyoto Station to Kinkaku-ji. It takes around 30 minutes.
¥400, 1.5 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Enjoy a peaceful lunch amidst the towering bamboo stalks in the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
Take a train from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama Station. It takes approximately 40 minutes.
¥1500, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Explore Fushimi Sake District

Discover the Fushimi Sake District, home to numerous sake breweries offering tastings and insights into sake production.
Take a train from Arashiyama Station to Fushimi Inari Station. It takes around 30 minutes.
Varies based on tastings, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Pontocho Alley

Savor a delightful dinner experience in Pontocho Alley, a narrow street lined with traditional restaurants and bars.
Take a train from Fushimi Inari Station to Kyoto Station. Then walk to Pontocho Alley. Total travel time is approximately 45 minutes.
¥2500, 2 hours
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Day 4: Kyoto to Osaka

Osaka, Japan

8:00 AM

Travel to Osaka via Shinkansen

Board the Shinkansen from Kyoto Station to Shin-Osaka Station for a quick and convenient journey to Osaka.
Head to Kyoto Station and take the Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka Station. The ride takes approximately 15 minutes.
¥3000, 30 minutes

10:00 AM

Explore Dotonbori and Try Takoyaki

Stroll along the lively Dotonbori district, known for its colorful signs and street food. Don't miss trying Osaka's famous takoyaki.
Take the subway from Shin-Osaka Station to Namba Station. It takes around 20 minutes.
¥800, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Kuromon Ichiba Market

Sample a variety of local street foods and fresh seafood at Kuromon Ichiba Market, a bustling food market in Osaka.
Walk from Dotonbori to Kuromon Ichiba Market. It's a short 10-minute walk.
¥2000, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Osaka Castle

Explore the historic Osaka Castle, a symbol of the city's power and majesty, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Take a train from Namba Station to Osakajokoen Station. It takes around 20 minutes.
¥600, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Umeda Sky Building

Enjoy dinner with a view at Umeda Sky Building, offering panoramic city vistas from its floating garden observatory.
Take a train from Osakajokoen Station to Umeda Station. It's a 15-minute journey.
¥3000, 2 hours
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Day 5: Osaka to Hiroshima

Hiroshima, Japan

8:00 AM

Travel to Hiroshima via Shinkansen

Take the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station to Hiroshima Station for a convenient and comfortable journey to Hiroshima.
Head to Shin-Osaka Station and board the Shinkansen bound for Hiroshima. The ride takes around 1.5 hours.
¥10000, 1.5 hours

10:30 AM

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Pay your respects at the solemn Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, dedicated to the victims of the atomic bombing.
Take a tram from Hiroshima Station to Genbaku Dome-Mae Station. It takes approximately 15 minutes.
¥200, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Okonomimura

Try Hiroshima's famous okonomiyaki at Okonomimura, a multi-story building filled with various okonomiyaki restaurants.
Take a tram from Genbaku Dome-Mae Station to Hatchobori Station. It's a short 10-minute ride.
¥1500, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Explore Miyajima Island

Take a ferry to Miyajima Island and visit the iconic Itsukushima Shrine with its famous 'floating' torii gate.
Take a train from Hatchobori Station to Miyajimaguchi Station. Then board a ferry to Miyajima Island. Total travel time is around 1 hour.
¥1000 (ferry round trip), 3 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Hondori Street

Dine at Hondori Street, a bustling pedestrian street in Hiroshima offering a wide range of food options and lively atmosphere.
Take a ferry back to Miyajimaguchi Station, then a train to Hiroshima Station. From there, walk to Hondori Street. Total travel time is approximately 1.5 hours.
¥2500, 2 hours
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Day 6: Hiroshima to Nara

Nara, Japan

8:00 AM

Travel to Nara via Shinkansen

Take the Shinkansen from Hiroshima Station to Shin-Osaka Station, then transfer to another Shinkansen to Nara Station.
Board the Shinkansen from Hiroshima Station to Shin-Osaka Station. Transfer to a Shinkansen bound for Nara Station. Total travel time is approximately 3 hours.
¥12000, 3 hours

11:00 AM

Visit Todai-ji Temple and Nara Deer Park

Explore Todai-ji Temple, home to Japan's largest bronze Buddha statue, and interact with friendly deer at Nara Deer Park.
Take a short walk from Nara Station to Todai-ji Temple. Nara Deer Park is adjacent to the temple.
¥1000 (for deer crackers), 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Sanjo Dori

Enjoy a traditional Japanese meal along Sanjo Dori street, lined with charming shops and eateries.
Walk from Nara Deer Park to Sanjo Dori. It's a 10-minute walk.
¥2000, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Stroll through Isuien Garden

Relax in the serene Isuien Garden, featuring beautiful landscapes, ponds, and tea houses.
Walk from Sanjo Dori to Isuien Garden. It's a short 5-minute walk.
¥900, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Check-in at Ryokan in Nara

Experience a peaceful evening in Nara by staying at a traditional ryokan, offering a glimpse into Japanese hospitality.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from Isuien Garden to your ryokan. Travel time varies based on location.
¥15000 (per night), N/A
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Day 7: Nara to Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

8:00 AM

Travel back to Tokyo via Shinkansen

Take the Shinkansen from Nara Station to Shin-Osaka Station, then transfer to another Shinkansen to return to Tokyo.
Board the Shinkansen from Nara Station to Shin-Osaka Station. Transfer to a Shinkansen bound for Tokyo Station. Total travel time is approximately 3.5 hours.
¥14000, 3.5 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Tokyo Skytree

Enjoy a meal with a view at Tokyo Skytree, offering panoramic vistas of the city skyline.
Take the subway from Tokyo Station to Tokyo Skytree Station. It takes around 20 minutes.
¥2500, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Explore Akihabara District

Discover the tech and anime paradise of Akihabara, with electronics stores, anime shops, and themed cafes.
Take the subway from Tokyo Skytree Station to Akihabara Station. It's a short 10-minute ride.
Varies based on activities, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Shopping at Shibuya Crossing

Experience the iconic Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world, and explore the vibrant shopping scene.
Take the subway from Akihabara Station to Shibuya Station. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
Varies based on shopping, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Farewell Dinner at Robot Restaurant

End your Japan adventure with a unique dinner experience at the Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku, featuring robot shows and entertainment.
Take the subway from Shibuya Station to Shinjuku Station. It takes around 10 minutes.
¥8000, 2 hours
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