8-Day Japan Itinerary: Tokyo, Hakone, and Osaka with Street Karting and Fish Market Visits

Day 1: Arrival and Tokyo Introduction

Tokyo, Japan on July 5, 2025

5:45am

Early Arrival Passenger: Breakfast & Relax at Hotel

Early arrival passenger checks in or stores luggage at Tokyu Stay Shinjuku or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ginza, both under HKD1000/night. Breakfast at Café Assort offering keto options, followed by a stroll through the Imperial Palace East Gardens (opens 9am).
HKD0-100, 3h30m

9:00am

Imperial Palace East Gardens

Enjoy a peaceful walk around the gardens, open until 4:30pm. A serene welcome to Tokyo.
JPY0, 1h30m

11:00am

Ginza Shopping and Café de L’Ambre

Explore luxury shops and savor specialty hand-drip coffee, café opens from 11am.
JPY1000 (~HKD70), 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Nagi Shokudo

Enjoy fresh, keto-friendly dishes focusing on vegetables and protein. Open 11:30am.
JPY1500-2000 (~HKD100-140), 1h0m

2:00pm

Hotel Check-In & Rest

Group meets and checks in at Tokyu Stay Shinjuku or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ginza for rest.
HKD700-1000, 2h0m

4:30pm

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck

Free panoramic views of Tokyo at sunset. Open until 9:30pm.
JPY0, 1h30m

6:30pm

Street Kart Tokyo – Harajuku Route

Drive go-karts themed costumes through Tokyo’s iconic neighborhoods (reservation recommended).
JPY8000 (~HKD560), 2h0m

8:30pm

Dinner at Sumibiyaki Shinjuku En

Enjoy keto-friendly BBQ meats and vegetables in casual setting close to hotel.
JPY4500 (~HKD315), 1h30m

Day 2: Fish Market & Cultural Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on July 6, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Gluten Free T’s Kitchen

Keto-friendly and gluten-free breakfast near hotel.
JPY1500 (~HKD105), 1h0m

9:00am

Tsukiji Outer Market

Explore the foodie heaven of fresh seafood and street snacks. Open 5am-2pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

11:30am

Toyosu Fish Market

Visit the modern wholesale market, watch tuna auctions or explore retail shops. Open 5am-5pm.
Free entry, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Sushi Daiwa Toyosu

Enjoy fresh sashimi and sushi, keto-friendly options available.
JPY3500 (~HKD245), 1h30m

2:30pm

Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street

Visit Tokyo’s iconic temple and vibrant shopping street. Open 6am-5pm.
JPY0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Ueno Park Walk and Museum Visit

Explore the National Museum of Nature and Science if desired, open 9:30am-5pm.
JPY620 (~HKD45), 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Teppan Juban

Keto-friendly teppanyaki with grilled meats and vegetables in Shinjuku.
JPY4000 (~HKD280), 1h30m

Day 3: Shrines and Shopping

Tokyo, Japan on July 7, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Nagi Shokudo

Start the day with a healthy low-carb breakfast.
JPY1500 (~HKD105), 1h0m

10:00am

Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park

Visit serene shrine and spacious park area, open sunrise to sunset.
JPY0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Arisugawa Shabu Shabu

Enjoy fresh, keto-friendly shabu shabu near Ebisu.
JPY4000 (~HKD280), 1h30m

2:00pm

Omotesando Stroll

Explore fashionable shopping district and grab keto-friendly cafe snacks.
Varies, 2h0m

5:00pm

Harajuku Street Kart Extension

Optional further street kart drive or explore Harajuku sights.
JPY8000 (~HKD560), 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

Traditional Japanese fare with keto options in iconic restaurant.
JPY4000 (~HKD280), 1h30m

Day 4: Hakone Onsen Relax

Hakone, Japan on July 8, 2025

8:00am

Travel Tokyo to Hakone

Take Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto (85 minutes).
JPY2080 (~HKD145), 1h30m

10:00am

Check-in at K’s House Hakone

Affordable hostel close to station with laundry and private rooms.
HKD800-950 per night, 1h0m

11:30am

Hakone Open-Air Museum

Explore outdoor sculptures and art with mountain backdrop, open 9am-5pm.
JPY1600 (~HKD110), 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Gora Brewery & Grill

Enjoy grilled meats and keto-friendly dishes with craft beers.
JPY2500 (~HKD175), 1h0m

3:00pm

Owakudani Valley Ropeway

Witness volcanic activity and try black eggs, ropeway runs 9am-5pm.
JPY1200 (~HKD85), 1h30m

5:00pm

Onsen Bath Experience

Relax in hot springs at hostel or nearby onsen, many open until 8-9pm.
JPY300-500 (~HKD20-35), 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Local Izakaya

Sample seasonal keto-friendly Japanese dishes in casual atmosphere.
JPY2000-3000 (~HKD140-210), 2h0m

Day 5: Lake Ashi Cruise & Transfer

Hakone and Osaka, Japan on July 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hostel

Simple keto breakfast before departure.
Included or ~JPY500 (~HKD35), 1h0m

8:30am

Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise

Scenic cruise with possible Mt. Fuji views, departures start around 8am.
JPY1000 (~HKD70), 1h0m

10:00am

Hakone Shrine Visit

Famous lakeside Shinto shrine with iconic red torii gate. Free admission.
JPY0, 1h0m

11:30am

Light Lunch at Bakery & Table Hakone

Enjoy keto-friendly light meals with beautiful lake views.
JPY1500 (~HKD105), 1h0m

1:00pm

Train Transfer from Odawara to Shin-Osaka via Shinkansen

Approximate 3.5 to 4 hours high-speed train journey to Osaka.
JPY14000 (~HKD970), 4h0m

5:30pm

Check-in at Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Premier Shin-Osaka

Comfortable stay under HKD1000 per night, with laundry near Shin-Osaka station.
HKD900-1000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Dotonbori

Enjoy premium wagyu BBQ, keto-friendly with grilled meats and vegetables.
JPY6000 (~HKD420), 2h0m

Day 6: Osaka Castle & Street Kart

Osaka, Japan on July 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Gramercy Coffee

Light keto-friendly breakfast near hotel to energize the day.
JPY800 (~HKD55), 1h0m

9:30am

Osaka Castle Visit

Tour the historic castle and museum. Open 9am-5pm.
JPY600 (~HKD45), 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Matsuzakagyu Yakiniku M Hozenji Yokocho

Enjoy quality beef BBQ with keto-friendly options.
JPY4500 (~HKD315), 1h30m

2:30pm

Street Kart Osaka

Experience go-karting dressed in costume around select Osaka city routes (prior booking advised).
JPY8000 (~HKD560), 2h0m

5:00pm

Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade

Explore bustling shopping streets and evening atmosphere.
Varies, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Shabuzen

Keto-friendly shabu shabu with fresh meats and vegetables.
JPY4000 (~HKD280), 1h30m

Day 7: Return to Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on July 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Capsule Hotel

Quick keto-friendly breakfast available before departure.
Included or JPY500 (~HKD35), 1h0m

9:00am

Shinkansen to Tokyo

Travel by bullet train from Shin-Osaka to Tokyo in about 3 hours.
JPY14000 (~HKD970), 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Bistro Petit Gitan

Enjoy French-Japanese fusion cuisine with keto-friendly options near Tokyo Station.
JPY3000 (~HKD210), 1h0m

2:00pm

Ginza and Marunouchi Exploration

Relaxed shopping, cafe stops, and art galleries exploration.
Varies, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Seryna Kobe Beef

Indulge in teppanyaki including high-quality Kobe beef, with keto options.
JPY7000 (~HKD490), 1h30m

8:30pm

Check-in at Tokyu Stay Shinjuku or Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ginza

Last hotel stay with laundry and comfort under HKD1000 night budget.
HKD700-900, Rest

Day 8: Departure Day

Tokyo, Japan on July 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a keto-friendly breakfast to prepare for travel.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Last-minute Shopping near Tokyo Station

Visit Tokyo Ramen Street and nearby shops for souvenirs and light snacks.
Varies, 3h0m

12:30pm

Light Lunch at Caveman Tokyo

Paleo/keto-friendly hearty lunch perfect for travel day.
JPY2500 (~HKD175), 1h0m

2:00pm

Group Farewell at Hotel

Final meet-up before split airport transfers.
Free, 0h30m

2:30pm

Narita Flight Passenger Transfer

Narita-bound passenger takes Narita Express (~1 hour) to airport.
JPY3000 (~HKD210), 1h0m

4:00pm

Remaining Group Leisure Time

Haneda flight passenger and others relax or explore nearby area.
Varies, 3h0m

7:00pm

Light Dinner Near Hotel

Keep dinner keto-friendly and light before airport transfer.
JPY1500 (~HKD105), 1h0m

8:00pm

Transfer to Haneda Airport

Travel by train or limousine bus for late-night departures.
JPY1000 (~HKD70), 1h0m

9:00pm

Narita Passenger Flight Departure

Passenger departs Narita Airport.
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10:45pm

Haneda Passenger Flight Departure

Final passenger departs from Haneda Airport to end trip.
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