14-Day Ultimate Japan Tour with a Visit to Hōryū-ji Temple

Day 1: Tokyo Introduction

Tokyo, Japan on June 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Enjoy fresh sushi and traditional Japanese breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market, open from 5:00am to 2:00pm.
JPY2000, 1h

9:30am

Visit Senso-ji Temple

Explore Tokyo’s oldest temple in Asakusa, a beautiful cultural and historical landmark open from 6:00am to 5:00pm.
Free, 1h

11:00am

Walk through Nakamise Shopping Street

Shop for souvenirs and traditional snacks along the vibrant street leading to Senso-ji Temple.
Varies, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Sushi Zanmai

Have a leisurely sushi lunch at Sushi Zanmai with a wide variety of fresh options, open daily 24 hours.
JPY3000, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Meiji Shrine

Visit this serene Shinto shrine located in a forested area open from sunrise to sunset.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Explore Harajuku and Takeshita Street

Experience Tokyo’s youth culture with shopping and street food.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ichiran Ramen Shibuya

Savor delicious tonkotsu ramen in a popular, unique dining setting open until late.
JPY1000, 1h
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Day 2: Hakone Nature & Onsen

Hakone, Japan on June 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Tokyo

Enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast at your accommodation before departure.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Travel Tokyo to Hakone by Odakyu Romancecar

Travel to Hakone for scenic nature and hot springs, approximately 1.5 hours.
JPY2000, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Hakone Open-Air Museum

Explore outdoor modern art museum nestled in nature, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1600, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Bakery & Table Hakone

Enjoy fresh baked goods and a light lunch with a mountain view.
JPY1500, 1h

2:30pm

Cruise on Lake Ashi

Take a scenic pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi surrounded by mountains, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1000, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Hakone Shrine

Visit the peaceful lakeside Shinto shrine, open during daylight hours.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Gora Brewery & Grill

Enjoy craft beer and local cuisine in Hakone’s Gora area, open until 9:00pm.
JPY3000, 1h30m

8:00pm

Stay at an Onsen Ryokan

Relax in a traditional hot spring inn with private baths.
JPY15000, Overnight
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Day 3: Kyoto Culture

Kyoto, Japan on July 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ryokan

Traditional Japanese breakfast at your ryokan before departure.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Travel Hakone to Kyoto by Shinkansen

Take the shinkansen from Odawara station to Kyoto Station, about 2 hours.
JPY14000, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Nishiki Market

Sample a variety of Japanese street foods and fresh local produce at Kyoto’s famous food market.
JPY1500, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Explore Kyoto’s iconic golden temple and scenic garden, open daily 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY400, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Gion District

Stroll through Kyoto’s famous geisha district filled with traditional architecture and tea houses.
Free, 1h30m

5:30pm

Dinner at Pontocho Alley

Enjoy traditional kaiseki cuisine or casual dining in one of the alley’s renowned restaurants.
JPY4000, 1h30m
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Day 4: Hōryū-ji Temple Visit

Nara, Japan on July 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel in Kyoto

Breakfast served at your hotel to start the day.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel Kyoto to Hōryū-ji Temple

Take a train to Ikaruga, then short walk to Hōryū-ji Temple, one of Japan's oldest temples, about 1.5 hours travel.
JPY1500, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Hōryū-ji Temple

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, known as the world’s oldest wooden building, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1500, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at local café near Hōryū-ji

Enjoy traditional Japanese set meals with a quiet atmosphere near the temple.
JPY1500, 1h

2:00pm

Travel to Nara

Short train ride to Nara city, about 30 minutes.
JPY500, 30m

2:30pm

Visit Todai-ji Temple and Nara Park

See the giant Buddha statue in Todai-ji and enjoy Nara Park’s famous free-roaming deer, open 7:30am to 5:30pm.
JPY600, 2h

5:00pm

Return to Kyoto

Travel back to Kyoto in the evening.
JPY1000, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Kyoto Station Ramen Street

Try an array of ramen styles in this popular dining area open until late.
JPY1200, 1h
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Day 5: Osaka Vibrance

Osaka, Japan on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Kyoto

Start your day with a hotel Japanese breakfast.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Travel Kyoto to Osaka

Short train ride to Osaka city center, about 30 minutes.
JPY560, 30m

10:15am

Visit Osaka Castle

Tour the historic castle and its museum, a symbol of Osaka, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY600, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Dotonbori Street Food Stalls

Indulge in famous takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and other street foods in Dotonbori.
JPY1500, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade

Walk through Osaka’s largest shopping area with fashion and souvenirs.
Free, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden

Enjoy panoramic Osaka views from the rooftop observatory, open 10:00am to 10:30pm.
JPY1500, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Kushikatsu Daruma

Try Osaka’s famous deep-fried skewers at this iconic restaurant, open until 11:00pm.
JPY2500, 1h30m
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Day 6: Hiroshima & Miyajima

Hiroshima, Japan on July 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Osaka

Morning breakfast prior to travel.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel Osaka to Hiroshima by Shinkansen

Take the bullet train for about 1.5 hours to Hiroshima.
JPY10000, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum

Experience the poignant history commemorating the atomic bombing, open 8:30am to 6:00pm.
JPY200, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Okonomimura

Enjoy Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki at this popular multi-storey food building.
JPY1500, 1h

2:00pm

Travel to Miyajima Island via ferry

Short ferry ride from Hiroshima to the island famous for Itsukushima Shrine, about 45 minutes total travel.
JPY2000, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Itsukushima Shrine

See the iconic floating torii gate and scenic shrine grounds, open 6:30am to 6:00pm.
JPY300, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at local restaurant on Miyajima

Try fresh oysters and other island specialties before returning.
JPY2500, 1h

7:30pm

Return to Hiroshima

Ferry back to Hiroshima city for overnight stay.
JPY1000, 1h
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Day 7: Return to Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hiroshima hotel

Breakfast before catching the train back to Tokyo.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Travel Hiroshima to Tokyo by Shinkansen

Take the bullet train back to Tokyo, approximately 4 hours.
JPY19000, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Tokyo Station Gransta

Dine on various Japanese cuisine options inside Tokyo Station’s shopping complex.
JPY2000, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Ginza Shopping District

Visit upscale shops, boutiques, and cafes in central Tokyo.
Varies, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

Dine where the famous Kill Bill restaurant scene was filmed; offers traditional izakaya dishes.
JPY4000, 1h30m
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Day 8: Tokyo Modern

Tokyo, Japan on July 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Traditional or western breakfast options at your hotel.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit teamLab Planets TOKYO

Immerse in the renowned digital art museum, open from 10:00am to 7:00pm (last admission 6:00pm).
JPY3200, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at nearby Cafe

Enjoy casual Japanese-Western fusion dishes near teamLab Planets.
JPY1500, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Odaiba

Explore the futuristic entertainment and shopping area with views of Rainbow Bridge.
Varies, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Uogashi Nihon-Ichi

Try standing sushi bar delicacies fresh from the market, open late evening.
JPY3000, 1h
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Day 9: Day Trip to Nikko

Nikko, Japan on July 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Tokyo hotel

Enjoy breakfast before day trip.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel Tokyo to Nikko by train

Travel to Nikko station via Tobu Railway, about 2 hours.
JPY2700, 2h

10:00am

Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine

Marvel at the lavish UNESCO World Heritage shrine, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY1300, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Kanaya Hotel Bakery

Enjoy Western-style lunch and sweets at historic hotel bakery.
JPY1500, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji

Take a bus to see Nikko’s stunning waterfall and scenic lake area.
Bus fare JPY1000, 2h

5:00pm

Return to Tokyo

Travel back to Tokyo for overnight rest.
JPY2700, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Ippudo Ramen Roppongi

Deliciously rich tonkotsu ramen in Roppongi, open until 11:00pm.
JPY1200, 1h
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Day 10: Tokyo Parks & Museums

Tokyo, Japan on July 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hotel breakfast.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum

Explore Japan’s oldest zoo and many museums, including the premier Tokyo National Museum, open 9:30am to 5:00pm (closed Mondays).
JPY1000 for museum, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Innsyoutei

Traditional Japanese lunch within Ueno Park famous for its authentic cuisine.
JPY2500, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Akihabara

Dive into the anime, manga, and tech hub of Tokyo.
Varies, 2h

5:00pm

Dinner at Tonkatsu Maisen Aoyama Honten

Enjoy premium tonkatsu Japanese pork cutlets at a popular restaurant open till 10:00pm.
JPY3000, 1h30m
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Day 11: Free Day Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan on July 9, 2025

Flexible

Leisure Day

Use this day to explore a neighborhood of your choice, shop, relax at a café, or visit any missed attractions such as Shinjuku Gyoen or Roppongi Hills.
Varies, All day

8:00pm

Dinner at Narisawa

Experience innovative kaiseki cuisine rated among the top restaurants in Tokyo (requires advance reservation).
JPY25000, 2h
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Day 12: Day Trip Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan on July 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy breakfast before departure to Kamakura.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel Tokyo to Kamakura

Approx. 1 hour train ride to Kamakura station.
JPY920, 1h

9:30am

Visit Great Buddha (Daibutsu)

See the massive outdoor bronze Buddha statue of Kamakura, open 8:00am to 5:30pm.
JPY300, 1h

11:00am

Visit Hasedera Temple

Famous for beautiful gardens and panoramic views, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
JPY400, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Komeda’s Coffee Kamakura

Japanese café serving hearty sandwiches and coffee.
JPY1200, 1h

2:00pm

Walk along Komachi Street

Explore shops and snacks on this charming shopping street.
Varies, 1h

3:30pm

Return to Tokyo

Train back to Tokyo for evening relaxation.
JPY920, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishiazabu

Enjoy memorable izakaya dining with lively atmosphere.
JPY3500, 1h30m
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Day 13: Shopping & Entertainment

Tokyo, Japan on July 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Relax with breakfast before a busy shopping day.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Explore Shibuya Crossing and Nearby Shopping

Experience the iconic scramble crossing and visit trendy stores around Shibuya.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Genki Sushi

Fun conveyor belt sushi experience, affordable and delicious.
JPY1200, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Roppongi Hills Mori Art Museum

Modern art and city views, open 10:00am to 10:00pm (last entry 9:30pm).
JPY1800, 2h

4:00pm

Relax in a café in Omotesando

Enjoy coffee and people-watching in Tokyo’s stylish boulevard.
JPY800, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at tempura Kondo

Michelin-starred tempura restaurant offering exquisite dishes (reservation recommended).
JPY20000, 2h
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Day 14: Departure Day

Tokyo, Japan on July 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy your last morning in Japan with hotel breakfast.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Last minute shopping in Narita Airport

Explore duty-free shops and pick up souvenirs before flight.
Varies, 2h

12:00pm

Depart from Tokyo Narita Airport

Begin your journey home with memories of an amazing trip.
Varies, N/A
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