Capital
Tokyo
Population & Area
125.0M people | 378K km²
Currency
1 USD ≈ 156 JPY
Safety Index
#26 Global Rank
Timezone
GMT+9
Languages
Japanese, English (limited in tourist areas)

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🏛️Tokyo & Mount Fuji
Days 1-6
Kyoto Cultural Heart
Days 7-10
Osaka & Return
Days 11-14
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo

Arrive at Narita or Haneda International Airport, transfer to central Tokyo hotel, evening orientation walk through neon-lit Shinjuku streets, welcome dinner with authentic Japanese cuisine

Day 2: Tokyo Modern City

Shibuya Crossing (world's busiest pedestrian crossing), Shinjuku shopping district, Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa (Tokyo's oldest temple, vibrant market atmosphere), evening in Ginza luxury district

Day 3: Tokyo Art & Culture

TeamLab Borderless digital art museum (immersive installations), Harajuku fashion district (youth culture epicenter), Meiji Shrine (sacred forest), Yoyogi Park walk, Takeshita Street shopping, Omotesando luxury avenue

Day 4: Nikko UNESCO Day Trip

Day trip to Nikko UNESCO World Heritage site (100km north), Toshogu Shrine and Rinnoji Temple exploration, Chuzenji Lake scenic mountain drive, waterfall viewpoints, return to Tokyo in evening

Day 5: Mount Fuji & Hakone

Travel to Mount Fuji region, Hakone Tozan mountain railway experience, Mount Fuji 5th Station viewpoint (weather permitting), Hakone lake cruise with Fuji views, evening at traditional onsen resort (hot spring bath)

Day 6: Hakone Full Day

Hakone Open-Air Museum (sculpture park with Fuji views), Pirate ship Lake Ashi cruise (scenic lake with iconic Torii gate), Owakudani volcanic valley exploration (sulfur vents), traditional kaiseki dinner at onsen resort

Day 7: Shinkansen to Kyoto

High-speed Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto (2.5 hours, fastest train in world), hotel check-in in historic Higashiyama district, evening walk through Gion geisha district (traditional machiya townhouses), traditional kaiseki dinner

Day 8: Kyoto Temples & Culture

Kiyomizu-dera Temple (wooden stage overlooking valley, UNESCO), Sannenzaka historic shopping street, Kodai-ji Temple exploration, Higashiyama district walking tour, traditional Japanese tea ceremony experience with matcha

Day 9: Kyoto Shrines & Nature

Fushimi Inari Shrine (iconic 1000 red torii gates through forest), sake brewery visit & tasting, Philosopher's Path scenic canal walk lined with cherry trees, Nanzen-ji Temple & stone aqueduct, evening leisure

Day 10: Nara Day Trip

Train to Nara (30 minutes), Todai-ji Temple (largest wooden structure housing giant Buddha), Nara Deer Park (roaming sacred deer, considered god messengers), Kasuga Taisha shrine walk, return to Kyoto in evening

Day 11: Osaka Street Food

Train to Osaka, Dotonbori district food crawl (takoyaki octopus balls, okonomiyaki savory pancakes, street food paradise), Osaka Castle exploration (white castle with panoramic views), evening in vibrant Osaka nightlife

Day 12: Osaka Culture

Shinsaibashi shopping district, local market exploration (Kuromon Market), traditional Japanese breakfast experience, Sumiyoshi Taisha shrine visit, leisure time for personal exploration

Day 13: Return to Tokyo

Shinkansen bullet train back to Tokyo, final shopping at Ginza luxury stores or Akihabara electronics district, dinner at final location chosen by preference, evening stroll through Tokyo

Day 14: Departure

Final morning in Tokyo (free time), transfer to Narita or Haneda Airport, departure flight home

Included
  • Daily Japanese breakfast
  • 7-day Japan Rail Pass (unlimited train travel)
  • All airport transfers
  • Full-day Tokyo guided tour
  • Nikko day trip with guide
  • Mount Fuji & Hakone guided tour
  • Kyoto temples guided tour
  • Nara day trip with guide
  • Osaka food tour guide
  • Traditional tea ceremony experience
  • Sake brewery tour & tasting
  • Hakone onsen (hot spring) with dinner
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • Selected meals and welcome/farewell dinners
Excluded
  • 13 nights 4-star hotel accommodation
  • Temple and attraction entry fees
🎯Experiences
  • Experience Shibuya Crossing scramble
  • Ride the Shinkansen bullet train
  • Soak in mountain onsen (hot spring)
  • Walk through 1000 torii gates at Fushimi Inari
  • Interact with deer in Nara Deer Park
  • Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
  • Street food crawl in Dotonbori
  • Climb Kyoto temple views
  • View Mount Fuji on clear days
  • Explore geisha district Gion
  • TeamLab digital art museum
  • Sake brewery tasting
ℹ️Good to Know
  • Best time: March-May and September-November (spring and fall)
  • Summer (July-August) is hot and humid; avoid peak season
  • December-February is cold with rare snow
  • JR Pass must be purchased before arriving in Japan
  • Many temples require shoes off indoors
  • Cash is still widely used; ATMs at 7-Eleven
  • Pocket WiFi or SIM card recommended for navigation
  • Respect temple rules and quiet zones
  • Book onsen experiences 1-2 months ahead
  • Travel insurance recommended
  • Learn basic Japanese phrases for better interactions
  • Tipping is not customary in Japan

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When to Visit Japan

RegionBest TimeHighlights
Tokyo & Kanto
Tokyo, Yokohama, Nikko
MAR to MAY, SEP to NOV
Mild temperatures, comfortable humidity
March-May: cherry blossom season, September-November: autumn colors
Kyoto & Kansai
Kyoto, Osaka, Nara
MAR to MAY, OCT to NOV
Pleasant with moderate rainfall
April: peak cherry blossoms, November: stunning autumn foliage
Mount Fuji Area
Fuji Five Lakes, Hakone
APR to OCT
Clear skies for mountain views
July-August: climbing season, April-May: cherry blossoms
Hiroshima & Western Japan
Hiroshima, Miyajima
MAR to MAY, SEP to NOV
Comfortable temperatures
April: cherry blossoms, November: autumn colors

Japan has four distinct seasons. Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the best weather and beautiful seasonal colors. Summer can be hot and humid, while winter is cold but offers unique experiences like snow festivals.

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