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90-Day Ultimate Japan Sakura Blossom Tour with Local Desserts & Nearby Town Day Trips

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Day 1: Sapporo & Otaru

Sapporo, Japan on May 18, 2025

9:00am

Maruyama Park Cherry Blossoms

Start in Maruyama Park to see late sakura blooming with a serene natural setting.
JPY0, 2h0m

11:30am

Breakfast at Kinotoya Bake

Delight in Hokkaido’s famous melon bread and cream puffs at this beloved bakery.
JPY500, 1h0m

1:00pm

Day Trip to Otaru

Travel 30 minutes by train to Otaru, a charming canal city known for its historic buildings and cherry blossoms along the canal during spring.
JPY640 round trip, 4h0m

3:00pm

Otaru Canal Walk & Dessert Sampling

Walk the picturesque canal area lined with sakura trees and sample famous Otaru sweets like cream puffs and glass jelly desserts.
JPY800, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Sapporo Beer Garden

Come back to Sapporo for local Jingisukan grilled mutton with fresh beer to end the day.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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Day 2: Sapporo to Tokyo

Sapporo to Tokyo, Japan on May 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a Japanese breakfast to prepare for travel day.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Flight to Tokyo Haneda

Fly from New Chitose to Tokyo, start Tokyo sakura adventure.
JPY12000, 1h30m

12:30pm

Check-in & Lunch near Ueno

Settle at hotel and enjoy lunch near Ueno Park with seasonal sakura dishes.
JPY2000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Ueno Park Cherry Blossom Viewing

Walk the expansive park filled with blooming cherry trees, a classic Tokyo sakura spot.
JPY0, 2h0m

4:30pm

Dessert at Saryo Tsujiri

Savor matcha-based parfaits and sweets near Ueno, blending sakura and green tea flavors.
JPY800, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Toriyoshi Shoten

Enjoy succulent yakitori skewers with local sake in a traditional ambiance.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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Day 3: Kawagoe Day Trip

Tokyo, Japan on May 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast in Yanaka Ginza

Taste authentic melon pan and local street desserts to start the day.
JPY800, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel to Kawagoe

Board a train to Kawagoe, known as 'Little Edo' for its historic warehouses and cherry blossom streets (1 hour).
JPY1200 round trip, 2h0m

10:30am

Kawagoe Sakura Spots & Bell Tower

Stroll past sakura-lined streets and visit the iconic Toki no Kane Bell Tower with beautiful blossoms around.
JPY0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Kawagoe Local Eatery

Try sweet potato-based dishes and desserts, a Kawagoe specialty.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Kawagoe Festival Museum & Candy Alley

Explore the traditional festival float museum and sample handmade candies along Cherry Blossom-filled streets.
JPY300, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Tokyo

Head back to Tokyo for evening dessert and dinner.
Included, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dessert at Jellyfish Desserts

Enjoy modern sakura-flavored Japanese sweets with artistic presentation.
JPY900, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

Famous izakaya with sakura-inspired cocktails and grilled dishes.
JPY4000, 2h0m
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Day 4: Kamakura Day Trip

Tokyo, Japan on May 21, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Light breakfast before day trip to Kamakura.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Train to Kamakura

Travel about 1 hour to Kamakura, a historic town famous for temples and blossoming sakura.
JPY920 round trip, 1h0m

9:30am

Jomyo-ji & Genjiyama Park Sakura Walk

Visit picturesque temples and enjoy a sakura walk through Genjiyama Park nearby.
JPY300, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Komeda’s Coffee Kamakura

Refuel with light cafe fare and local sakura sweets in a cozy environment.
JPY1200, 1h0m

1:30pm

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Explore the famous shrine grounds surrounded by cherry blossoms in full bloom.
JPY0, 1h0m

3:00pm

Hasedera Temple Visit and Sakura Sampling

View stunning cherry blossoms near Hasedera’s gardens and try sakura mochi desserts sold at the temple.
JPY300, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Tokyo

Travel back to Tokyo for dinner and rest.
Included, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Afuri Ramen Ebisu

Enjoy light and refreshing yuzu-flavored ramen, perfect after a day outdoors.
JPY1500, 1h0m
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Day 5: Travel to Kyoto

Tokyo to Kyoto, Japan on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Traditional Japanese breakfast to start the Shinkansen trip.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Shinkansen to Kyoto

Enjoy a fast bullet train journey taking about 2.5 hours south to Kyoto.
JPY14000, 2h30m

12:00pm

Check-in & Lunch near Gion

Settle in and try Kyoto-style herring soba, a local delicacy perfect for sakura season.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Philosopher's Path Sakura Walk

Walk this enchanting canal path lined with hundreds of cherry trees in full bloom.
JPY0, 2h0m

4:00pm

Dessert at Kagizen Yoshifusa

Enjoy traditional wagashi sweets crafted to celebrate the cherry blossom season.
JPY800, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Pontocho Alley

Experience atmospheric dining with seasonal sakura-inspired dishes in historic alleyways.
JPY4000, 2h0m
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Day 6: Nara Day Trip

Kyoto, Japan on May 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Start with Kyoto hand drip coffee and a western-style breakfast near the Imperial Palace.
JPY1000, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Nara

Travel 45 minutes to Nara, famed for its parks, temples, and cherry blossom spots.
JPY1500 round trip, 1h0m

9:30am

Nara Park & Todaiji Temple

Explore sprawling Nara Park surrounded by sakura trees and visit the giant Buddha statue at Todaiji Temple.
JPY500, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Nakatanidou

Sample famous yomogi mochi, a traditional sweet, popular in Nara.
JPY700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Isuien Garden Walk

Wander through this historic garden showcasing seasonal cherry blossoms with tranquil ponds.
JPY1000, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Kyoto

Head back to Kyoto to relax before dinner.
Included, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kaiseki Mizuki

Indulge in refined Kyoto kaiseki cuisine featuring sakura-inspired seasonal dishes.
JPY8000, 2h0m
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Day 7: Kyoto Local & Uji

Kyoto / Uji, Japan on May 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast near Hotel

Enjoy local bakery treats and morning coffee with sakura views.
JPY800, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Uji

Take a short train ride (30 mins) to Uji, famous for green tea and riverside cherry blossoms.
JPY400 round trip, 1h0m

10:00am

Byodoin Temple and Cultural Visit

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site with magnificent architecture and seasonal sakura gardens.
JPY600, 1h30m

11:45am

Uji River Sakura Walk & Dessert

Stroll along the river lined with sakura and sip on freshly brewed Uji matcha with sakura mochi at a riverside cafe.
JPY900, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Local Uji Restaurant

Enjoy green tea soba noodles and seasonal vegetable dishes.
JPY1600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Kyoto and Visit Gion District

Explore the historic geisha district, wandering under cherry blossoms and traditional wooden machiya houses.
JPY0, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dessert at Tsujiri Gion

Taste Kyoto’s most famous matcha parfaits with sakura accents in Gion.
JPY900, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gion Kappa Restaurant

Enjoy cozy traditional dishes with seasonal sakura-themed presentation in the heart of Gion.
JPY4000, 2h0m
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Day 8: Osaka Arrival & Castle

Kyoto to Osaka, Japan on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Traditional Japanese breakfast before travel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Train to Osaka

Short and easy 30-minute train trip to Osaka city center.
JPY800, 30m

10:00am

Check-in to Hotel

Stay near Osaka Castle for convenient sakura access.
Varies, 1h0m

11:30am

Osaka Castle Park Cherry Blossoms

Visit iconic Osaka Castle surrounded by beautiful sakura trees, a top city sakura viewing spot.
JPY600, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Kuromon Ichiba Market

Sample fresh street foods including sakura mochi, takoyaki, and seasonal delights.
JPY2000, 1h30m

3:30pm

Dessert at Rikuro Ojisan Cheesecake

Indulge in fluffy, iconic Osaka cheesecake as a sweet afternoon treat.
JPY600, 30m

5:00pm

River Walk at Okawa

Enjoy sakura blossoms along the Okawa River for peaceful evening strolls.
JPY0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Dotonbori Street

Explore vibrant Dotonbori nightlife and enjoy kushikatsu and seasonal sakura-flavored drinks.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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Day 9: Himeji Day Trip

Osaka, Japan on May 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with breakfast before day trip.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Himeji

Travel approximately 1 hour to Himeji, home of Japan’s famous white castle surrounded by cherry blossoms.
JPY1600 round trip, 1h0m

9:45am

Himeji Castle and Kokoen Garden

Explore spectacular Himeji Castle, a World Heritage site and stroll the adjacent Kokoen Garden boasting extensive sakura trees.
JPY1000, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Local Himeji Restaurant

Try regional specialties such as anago (conger eel) sushi and sakura mochi desserts.
JPY1600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return to Osaka

Train back to Osaka to relax and prepare for dinner.
Included, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kitashinchi District

Fine dining with seasonal Japanese cuisine reflecting spring and sakura themes.
JPY6000, 2h0m
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