Hey everyone,
I’m planning a winter trip to Japan from mid to end February and would love some input on my itinerary. Here’s what I have so far:
Day 1 – Yamagata:
• Arrival in Yamagata
• Explore Yamagata City
Day 2 – Yamagata:
• Visit Yamadera Temple
• Explore Zao Onsen
Day 3 – Yamagata:
• Explore more of Zao Onsen
• Visit Sake Brewery Museum
Day 4 – Tokyo:
• Travel to Tokyo
• Check into accommodation
• Evening exploration of Tokyo neighborhoods
Day 5 – Tokyo:
• Visit Senso-ji Temple
• Explore Shibuya
• Explore Shinjuku
Day 6 – Tokyo:
• Visit Tokyo Tower
• Explore Harajuku
• Visit teamLab Borderless
Day 7 – Hakone (Day Trip):
• Day trip to Hakone
• Explore Lake Ashi
• Visit Hakone Shrine
• Explore Owakudani
Day 8 – Kyoto:
• Travel to Kyoto
• Check into accommodation
• Evening exploration of Kyoto
Day 9 – Kyoto:
• Visit Kinkaku-ji
• Explore Gion district
Day 10 – Kyoto:
• Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine
• Explore Higashiyama district
Day 11 – Osaka:
• Travel to Osaka
• Check into accommodation
• Evening exploration of Osaka
Day 12 – Osaka:
• Visit Osaka Castle
• Explore Umeda
Day 13 – Osaka:
• Visit Namba
• Visit Universal Studios Japan
Day 14 – Return from Osaka:
• Depending on departure time, free time in Osaka
• Return journey home
Any tips for optimizing my itinerary or adding day trips nearby would be appreciated!
Thanks in advance for your help!
by CapableOne-
