Ultimate 8-Day Japan Itinerary: Double Disney Days, Mt. Fuji, and Cultural Highlights

Day 1: Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Begin with fresh sushi and seafood at the lively Tsukiji Outer Market, an authentic Tokyo experience.
Take subway to Tsukiji Station.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Tokyo Disneyland

Spend the entire day soaking in the magic of Tokyo Disneyland, with classic rides, shows and parades.
Take train from Tsukiji to Maihama Station (30 minutes).
JPY 8,200, 8-9 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Ikspiari Mall

Enjoy a variety of restaurants offering Japanese and international cuisine at Ikspiari, next to Disneyland.
Walk from Disneyland to Ikspiari (10 minutes).
JPY 3,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Tokyo DisneySea

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel or Nearby Café

Fuel up with light breakfast options, such as coffee and pastries near your hotel or inside Disneyland area.
Local walk or short subway ride.
JPY 1,000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Tokyo DisneySea

Explore the unique and immersive worlds of Tokyo DisneySea, renowned for its themed ports and thrilling rides.
Take train to Maihama Station and walk to DisneySea (approx 10 minutes).
JPY 8,200, 8-9 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Downtown Disney Area

Choose from diverse dining options in the Disney resort area for dinner, savoring international dishes or Japanese specialties.
Walk within resort area.
JPY 3,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Tokyo Highlights

Tokyo, Japan

7:30AM

Breakfast at Local Café

Relax with a fusion-style breakfast, perfect for preparing for a day of city adventures.
Walk to local café.
JPY 1,000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Explore Akihabara

Visit the hub of anime, manga and electronics, browsing shops and themed cafés.
Train to Akihabara Station (15 minutes).
Free, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Matsuya

Try a delicious gyudon beef bowl at this popular fast-food chain.
Walk to Matsuya (5 minutes).
JPY 800, 1 hour

2:00PM

Sumo Match at Ryogoku Kokugikan

Watch the excitement of a live sumo wrestling match in Tokyo's sumo arena.
Train to Ryogoku (20 minutes).
JPY 3,500, 3 hours

5:30PM

Dinner in Asakusa

Savor tempura or other Japanese specialties at a riverside restaurant in historic Asakusa.
Train to Asakusa (15 minutes).
JPY 2,500, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Hakone & Mt. Fuji

Hakone, Japan

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast to prepare for a day of natural beauty.
In-house dining.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

8:30AM

Travel to Hakone

Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Odawara, then local transportation to Hakone.
Train: Tokyo to Odawara (30 minutes), then bus to Hakone (30 minutes).
JPY 3,000, 2 hours

11:00AM

Hakone Open Air Museum

Experience sculptures and art installations surrounded by nature.
Bus from Hakone-Yumoto (15 minutes).
JPY 1,600, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Hakone Bakery

Enjoy fresh bakery goods and coffee at a charming local bakery.
Walking distance.
JPY 1,200, 1 hour

3:00PM

Owakudani Valley & Black Eggs

Take a cable car to the volcanic valley, famous for its sulfur vents and black eggs boiled in hot springs.
Cable car from Hakone (20 minutes).
JPY 2,000, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner with Mt. Fuji View

Dine at a restaurant offering stunning views of Mt. Fuji at twilight.
Return via cable car and bus (20 minutes).
JPY 4,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Kyoto Exploration

Kyoto, Japan

6:30AM

Breakfast at Hakone Hotel

Start with a nutritious breakfast before traveling to Kyoto.
In-house dining.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

8:00AM

Shinkansen to Kyoto

Travel by bullet train to Kyoto for rich cultural immersion.
Odawara to Kyoto by Shinkansen (2 hours).
JPY 11,000, 2 hours

11:00AM

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Walk through the thousands of iconic red torii gates at this famous shrine.
Subway from Kyoto Station to Fushimi Inari (5 minutes).
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Nishiki Market

Sample an array of traditional Kyoto street foods and snacks.
Walk to Nishiki Market (30 minutes) or taxi.
JPY 1,500, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Visit this stunning historic temple surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Bus from city center (40 minutes).
JPY 400, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner in Gion

Enjoy authentic Japanese dining in Kyoto’s famed geisha district.
Taxi or bus to Gion (30 minutes).
JPY 5,000, 2 hours
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Day 6: Osaka City Tour

Osaka, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kyoto Hotel

Start with a Japanese or Western-style breakfast served at your hotel.
In-house dining.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Train to Osaka

Short train ride to Osaka, gateway to vibrant urban culture and cuisine.
Train from Kyoto to Osaka (15 minutes).
JPY 500, 30 minutes

10:15AM

Visit Osaka Castle

Explore the beautiful grounds and historic interiors of this landmark castle.
Subway or walk (~20 minutes).
JPY 600, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Dotonbori

Taste street food like takoyaki and okonomiyaki in this bustling entertainment district.
Walk to Dotonbori (15 minutes).
JPY 1,500, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Umeda Sky Building

Enjoy panoramic city views from the floating garden observatory.
Subway to Umeda station (15 minutes).
JPY 1,000, 2 hours

4:30PM

Dinner at Izakaya

Experience authentic Japanese pub food with locally brewed sake.
Subway or walk (15 minutes).
JPY 3,000, 2 hours
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Day 7: Hiroshima Remembrance

Hiroshima, Japan

7:30AM

Breakfast at Osaka Hotel

Have a hearty breakfast before departing for Hiroshima.
In-house dining.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:00AM

Shinkansen to Hiroshima

Reach Hiroshima quickly via bullet train for a day of historic reflection.
Train from Osaka to Hiroshima (2 hours).
JPY 11,000, 2 hours

11:30AM

Peace Memorial Park

Visit the poignant Hiroshima Peace Memorial and museum dedicated to the atomic bomb victims.
Tram from Hiroshima Station (15 minutes).
Free entry to park, Museum JPY 200, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Okonomimura

Indulge in Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki at this lively food village.
Walk (10 minutes).
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Miyajima Island

Ferry to the island to view the iconic floating torii gate and enjoy nature walks.
Tram to ferry (15 minutes), 10-minute ferry ride.
JPY 2,000, 3 hours

6:30PM

Dinner by the Bay

Dine at a seafood restaurant overlooking the water for freshly caught delicacies.
Return ferry then tram, walk (30 minutes).
JPY 4,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 8: Tokyo Finale

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hiroshima Hotel

Enjoy a calm breakfast before your journey back to Tokyo.
In-house dining.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Return to Tokyo by Shinkansen

Head back to Tokyo via bullet train, resting for your last day.
Train from Hiroshima to Tokyo (4 hours).
JPY 14,000, 4 hours

2:00PM

Tokyo Car Meet

Immerse yourself in Japanese car culture by visiting a lively car meet event.
Taxi or local transport to car meet venue.
Free, 3 hours

5:30PM

Dinner in Shinjuku

Celebrate your trip’s end with dinner at a vibrant izakaya, enjoying flavors and nightlife.
Train or taxi to Shinjuku (20 minutes).
JPY 3,500, 2 hours

8:00PM

Explore Shinjuku Nightlife

Finish your memorable journey with an evening exploring bars and entertainment in Shinjuku.
Walk within Shinjuku.
Free, Rest of night
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