15-Day Comprehensive Japan Itinerary from Dubai: Explore Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and More

Day 1: Arrival and Tokyo Exploration

Tokyo, Japan on June 25, 2025

9:00am

Flight from Dubai to Tokyo

Depart from Dubai International Airport, arriving at Narita or Haneda Airport in Tokyo after approximately 9-10 hours flight.
AED3500, 10h0m

7:00pm

Check-in and Dinner in Shinjuku

Check into your hotel in Shinjuku, then enjoy dinner at Omoide Yokocho's traditional Izakaya serving yakitori and local dishes.
JPY3000, 1h30m
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Day 2: Tokyo Sightseeing

Tokyo, Japan on June 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day early with fresh sushi and traditional Japanese breakfast at the bustling Tsukiji Outer Market, open from 5:00am to 2:00pm.
JPY1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa

Explore Tokyo's oldest temple, the iconic Senso-ji, and the lively Nakamise shopping street, open daily from 6:00am to 5:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Uobei Shibuya

Enjoy a unique conveyor belt sushi experience with affordable, fresh sushi at Uobei in Shibuya, open 11:00am to 10:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park

Visit the tranquil Meiji Shrine set in a forested area and relax at nearby Yoyogi Park, open from sunrise to sunset.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Shopping in Harajuku

Experience Tokyo street fashion culture on Takeshita Street in Harajuku with trendy boutiques and cafes.
Free, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

Dine at the restaurant known as the 'Kill Bill' restaurant, serving authentic Japanese izakaya dishes in a lively atmosphere.
JPY4000, 1h30m
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Day 3: Modern & Traditional Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on June 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bills Omotesando

Enjoy a western-style breakfast famous for ricotta pancakes in a stylish setting, open from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit teamLab Borderless Digital Art Museum

Immerse yourself in the interactive and stunning digital art museum in Odaiba, open 10:00am to 7:00pm, last entry 6:00pm.
JPY3200, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at DiverCity Food Court

Choose from various Japanese and international cuisines in the shopping mall’s food court.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Tokyo Tower

Visit the iconic Tokyo Tower for panoramic city views, open 9:00am to 11:00pm.
JPY1200, 1h0m

3:00pm

Stroll through Roppongi Hills

Discover upscale shopping, galleries, and the Mori Art Museum, open until 10:00pm.
JPY1800 (Mori Museum), 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Ramen Street Tokyo Station

Savor top-rated ramen varieties under one roof in Tokyo Station’s famous Ramen Street, open 11:00am to 10:00pm.
JPY1000, 1h0m
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Day 4: Day Trip to Nikko

Nikko, Japan on June 28, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Nikko from Tokyo

Take the train from Tokyo to Nikko, approximately 2 hours via JR Tohoku Shinkansen and local lines.
JPY5000, 2h0m

9:30am

Visit Toshogu Shrine

Explore the lavish and historically significant Toshogu Shrine, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1300, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Hippari Dako

Enjoy local Nikko cuisine with grilled skewers and soba noodles at this popular spot near the shrine.
JPY1800, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji

Take a scenic bus ride to these natural attractions and enjoy spectacular views, open all day.
JPY1000 (transport and entrance), 2h30m

4:30pm

Return to Tokyo

Head back by train to Tokyo and rest at your hotel.
Included above, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Sushi Zanmai Shinjuku

Enjoy fresh sushi at a well-known conveyor belt sushi chain open 24 hours in Shinjuku.
JPY3000, 1h0m
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Day 5: Travel to Hakone and Relax

Hakone, Japan on June 29, 2025

9:00am

Travel from Tokyo to Hakone

Take the Shinkansen to Odawara and then local transport to Hakone, about 2 hours travel time.
JPY3000, 2h0m

11:30am

Check-in and Lunch at Gora Kadan

Check into a traditional ryokan with onsen, enjoying kaiseki lunch, a luxurious multi-course Japanese meal.
JPY8000, 1h30m

1:30pm

Hakone Open-Air Museum

Appreciate the blend of nature and art at this outdoor museum featuring sculptures and hot spring foot baths, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1600, 2h0m

4:00pm

Relax at Onsen

Return to the ryokan to enjoy the healing hot springs and traditional Japanese hospitality.
Included with stay, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ryokan

Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner at the ryokan featuring seasonal and regional specialties.
Included with stay, 2h0m
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Day 6: Hakone to Kyoto

Hakone to Kyoto, Japan on June 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ryokan

Enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast before departure.
Included with stay, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel to Kyoto

Take the train from Hakone area to Kyoto via Odawara and Shinkansen, approximately 3 hours.
JPY8000, 3h0m

1:00pm

Check-in and Lunch in Gion

Check into hotel in Gion district and enjoy lunch at Gion Tanto, known for Kyoto-style cuisine.
JPY2500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its wooden stage and views over Kyoto, open 6:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY400, 2h0m

5:00pm

Walk through Higashiyama District

Stroll through historic streets filled with shops and teahouses, enjoying traditional atmosphere.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Pontocho Alley

Choose from many traditional restaurants along the atmospheric Pontocho Alley.
JPY3500, 1h30m
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Day 7: Kyoto Temples & Culture

Kyoto, Japan on July 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Enjoy a classic Kyoto coffeehouse breakfast at Inoda Coffee, open from 7:00am.
JPY1000, 1h0m

9:00am

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Visit the iconic shrine with thousands of red torii gates, open 24 hours with free entry.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Vermillion Café

Located near Fushimi Inari, offering light meals and matcha sweets with a view.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

See the stunning gold-leaf covered Zen temple set beside a pond, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY400, 1h30m

3:30pm

Ryoan-ji Temple

Explore the famous Zen rock garden, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY500, 1h0m

5:00pm

Return to Hotel & Rest

Relax at your accommodation in preparation for the evening.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Gion Karyo

Experience refined Kaiseki dinner in the Gion district, reservation recommended.
JPY8000, 2h0m
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Day 8: Arashiyama & Bamboo Grove

Kyoto, Japan on July 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Bibliotic Hello!

Cozy cafe serving breakfast with beautiful decor, opens at 8:00am.
JPY1200, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Walk through the famous towering bamboo forest for a peaceful morning experience.
Free, 1h0m

9:30am

Tenryu-ji Temple

Explore this important Zen temple and its gardens, open 8:30am to 5:30pm.
JPY500, 1h30m

11:30am

Boat Ride on Katsura River

Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the river in Arashiyama to take in mountain views.
JPY2500, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Arashiyama Yoshimura

Popular soba noodle restaurant with views of the river, open 11:00am to 4:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Monkey Park Iwatayama

Hike up to see wild monkeys and panoramic views of Kyoto, open 9:00am to 4:00pm.
JPY550, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to Kyoto City

Head back to central Kyoto to relax.
JPY500, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Musashi Sushi

Enjoy affordable conveyor belt sushi close to Kyoto Station, open until 10:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h0m
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Day 9: Kyoto to Osaka Exploration

Osaka, Japan on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Kyoto before heading to Osaka.
Included with stay, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel to Osaka

Take the short train ride from Kyoto to Osaka, around 30 minutes.
JPY560, 0h30m

10:00am

Visit Osaka Castle

Explore the historic castle and museum that tells Osaka’s story, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY600, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Dotonbori Street

Savor famous street food like Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki in the vibrant Dotonbori area.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Umeda Sky Building

Enjoy panoramic city views from the Floating Garden Observatory, open 10:00am to 10:30pm.
JPY1500, 1h30m

4:00pm

Explore Amerikamura district

Discover Osaka’s youth culture hub with trendy shops and cafes.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kushikatsu Daruma

Try Osaka’s famous deep-fried skewers at this popular local chain.
JPY2500, 1h30m
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Day 10: Day Trip to Hiroshima

Hiroshima, Japan on July 4, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Hiroshima

Board Shinkansen from Osaka to Hiroshima, approximately 2.5 hours.
JPY11000, 2h30m

10:00am

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum

Reflect at the park dedicated to the atomic bomb victims and visit the informative museum, park open 6:00am to 9:00pm, museum 8:30am to 6:00pm.
JPY200, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Okonomimura

Taste Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki at this multi-floor dining complex, open 11:00am to 10:00pm.
JPY1500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Miyajima Island

Take ferry to Miyajima to see Itsukushima Shrine and the famous floating torii gate, ferry runs until evening.
JPY2000 (ferry and shrine), 3h0m

6:30pm

Return to Osaka

Head back by Shinkansen to Osaka for overnight stay.
Included above, 2h30m

9:30pm

Late Dinner in Osaka

Enjoy a late meal near your hotel with casual options like ramen or izakaya.
JPY2000, 1h0m
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Day 11: Osaka Leisure & Shopping

Osaka, Japan on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Gram

Known for fluffy Japanese pancakes, open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Explore one of the largest aquariums in the world showcasing Pacific Rim sea life, open 10:00am to 8:00pm.
JPY2400, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Tempozan Marketplace

Casual dining options near the aquarium offering diverse cuisine, open 11:00am to 9:00pm.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Shopping at Shinsaibashi

Spend time shopping at Osaka’s premier shopping arcade with boutiques and flagship stores.
Free, 3h0m

5:00pm

Relax at Namba Parks

Enjoy an urban park with terraces and shops for some rest before dinner.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Tsurutontan Udon Noodle Brasserie

Relish premium udon dishes in elegant surroundings, open until 11pm.
JPY3000, 1h30m
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Day 12: Travel to Kanazawa & Cultural Sites

Kanazawa, Japan on July 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy hotel breakfast before the journey to Kanazawa.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Kanazawa

Take the limited express train from Osaka to Kanazawa, about 2.5 hours.
JPY8500, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Omicho Market

Sample fresh seafood and local delicacies at this lively market, open 9:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Kenrokuen Garden

Explore one of Japan’s top three gardens, open 7:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY320, 2h0m

4:00pm

Explore Higashi Chaya District

Stroll through historic geisha district with traditional teahouses and shops.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Motto Motto Kanazawa

Enjoy fresh seafood donburi bowls at this great lunch and dinner spot.
JPY2500, 1h0m
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Day 13: Kanazawa Museums and Departure to Tokyo

Kanazawa to Tokyo, Japan on July 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Ninomiya

Relax with coffee and light breakfast at this cozy café.
JPY1000, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

Experience modern and contemporary artworks in a unique circular building, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
JPY1000, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café

Enjoy specialty coffee and light meals at this stylish cafe.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Travel back to Tokyo

Take the train from Kanazawa to Tokyo by Shinkansen, around 2.5 hours.
JPY14000, 2h30m

4:30pm

Check-in at Tokyo hotel

Rest and freshen up after arrival in Tokyo.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ichiran Ramen Shibuya

Experience personalized ramen in a well-known chain, open 24 hours.
JPY1500, 1h0m
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Day 14: Tokyo Highlights & Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on July 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Aoyama Flower Market Tea House

Enjoy a floral-themed breakfast cafe open from 8:00am.
JPY1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Akihabara

Dive into electric town for electronics, anime goods and gaming culture.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Matsuya Ginza

Try a variety of Japanese set meals at this department store eatery.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Shopping in Ginza District

Explore luxury boutiques and flagship stores in Tokyo’s upscale shopping area.
Free, 3h0m

5:00pm

Relax at Hamarikyu Gardens

Visit Edo period landscaped gardens with a teahouse, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY300, 1h0m

7:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Ninja Akasaka

Unique ninja-themed restaurant offering entertaining dining experience, open from 5:00pm to midnight.
JPY6000, 2h0m
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Day 15: Departure

Tokyo to Dubai on July 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Hotel Checkout

Early breakfast at hotel followed by checkout and transfer to airport.
Included with stay, 1h0m

9:00am

Flight from Tokyo to Dubai

Depart from Narita or Haneda Airport back to Dubai, trip approx. 9-10 hours.
AED3500, 10h0m
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