Hi, my wife and I are planning a short trip to Japan between April 12-24th (approximate dates). Please provide feedback on our itinerary. We’d love to catch the highlights given the short span of time, and enjoy Japan’s food and culture, and do some shopping.
Thank you for your time!
Day -1
Departure to Tokyo
Day 0
Tokyo
Arrive in Tokyo NRT 3 PM
Check-in, relax and get dinner
Day 1:
Tokyo
– Explore the vibrant district of Shibuya, including the famous Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue.
– Shibuya sky and some shopping
– Visit Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park for a serene experience.
– Evening at leisure.
Day 2:
Tokyo
– Asakusa
– Spend the day in Akihabara, known for electronics and otaku culture.
– Explore Ginza and Tsukiji outer market
– Team lab experience
Day 3:
Tokyo/Mt Fuji
Matsudayama Herb Garden,
Lake Shoji
Return to Tokyo for the evening
Day 4:
Kyoto
– Take a train to Kyoto, explore Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji Temple.
– Visit the Arashiyama district, including the Bamboo Grove and Iwatayama Monkey Park.
Day 5:
Kyoto/Osaka
– Kiyomizu-dera
– Fushimi inari
– Tea ceremony
– Gion district
– Travel to Osaka in the evening or next morning
Day 6:
Osaka
– Visit Osaka Castle and its surrounding park.
– Explore the lively Dotonbori district, known for its street food, entertainment, and neon lights.
– Some shopping
Day 7:
Nara
– Take a day trip to Nara
– Visit Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Nara Park.
– Return to Osaka for the evening.
Day 8:
Hiroshima
– Take a Shinkansen to Hiroshima.
– Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome.
– Return to Osaka in the evening.
Day 9:
Osaka to Hakone/Kanazawa/Takayama
Travel to either Hakone (1) or Kanazawa (2) or Takayama (3), and explore
Overnight stay at Ryokan
Day 10:
Tokyo
– Shinjuku or other shopping must-dos. Leisure day
Day 11:
Tokyo
Explore/Shopping first half of the day
Depart from Tokyo – 4:20PM
by vj174
