Hello all, thank you for your help with this.
We land in on May 26th, I’ll be traveling with my husband and 9 year old daughter that is quite adventurous. I’ve been to Tokyo for work once before, first time for husband and daughter. I don’t have a JR ticket bought yet as I’m planning on purchasing a few days before each leg. We’re pretty flexible with dates except for the Ghibli park day where we need to be there specifically because of the reserved tickets.
We really want to experience some nature, beach and hot springs that are off the beaten path, not just cities so I added in Kagoshima, but let me know if sounds like a stretch. Open to other options to other beaches or nature if it’s too tight to go to Kagoshima, I’m wondering if flying back to Osaka and needing to make to Nagoya same day to check in is possible. Or should I plan to take the train from Osaka to Kagoshima, and then train to Kagoshima to Nagoya?
Appreciate any insights!
PS I made this with Chat GPT hence why the day’s activities are sounding generic. Thank you!
**Day 1**: Sunday, May 26th, 2024 – **Arrival in Tokyo**
– Arrive in Tokyo.
– Check into your hotel in Tokyo.
– Relax and grab some dinner.
**Day 2**: Monday, May 27th, 2024 – **Tokyo**
– Explore Tokyo
**Day 3**: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 – **Tokyo**
– Continue exploring Tokyo.
**Day 4**: Wednesday, May 29th, 2024 – **Departure to Kyoto**
– Check out of hotel in Tokyo
– Take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto
– Check into hotel in Kyoto.
– Spend the evening exploring Kyoto and its traditional neighborhoods.
**Day 5-6**: Thursday, May 30th – Friday, May 31st, 2024 – **Kyoto**
– Explore Kyoto
– Take day trip to Nara.
**Day 7**: Saturday, June 1st, 2024 – **Departure to Osaka**
– Check out of hotel in Kyoto.
– Take the train to Osaka.
– Check into your hotel in Osaka.
– Explore Osaka’s vibrant street food scene, entertainment districts, and landmarks like Osaka Castle.
**Day 8**: Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 – **Osaka**
– Continue exploring Osaka.
– Visit any attractions you may have missed or revisit your favorite spots.
**Day 9**: Monday, June 3rd, 2024 – Departure to **Kagoshima**
– Check out of hotel in Osaka.
– Depart from Osaka Airport to Kagoshima Airport.
– Rental car pick up
– Check into your hotel in Kagoshima.
**Day 10-11**: Tuesday, June 4th – Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 – **Kagoshima**
– Spend the days exploring Kagoshima’s sights and enjoying local cuisine.
– Explore Kagoshima’s attractions such as Sengan-en Garden, Sakurajima volcano, and Kagoshima Aquarium.
**Day 12**: Thursday, June 6th, 2024 – Departure to **Nagoya**
– Check out of hotel in Kagoshima
– Depart from Kagoshima Airport to Nagoya Airport.
– Check into your hotel in Nagoya.
– Spend the evening exploring Nagoya and trying local delicacies.
**Day 13**: Friday, June 7th, 2024 – **Nagoya to Tokyo**
– Check out of hotel in Nagoya in the morning.
– Take the train to visit Ghibli Park for the day.
– In the evening, take the train to Tokyo.
– Check into your hotel in Tokyo.
**Day 14**: Saturday, June 8th, 2024 – **Tokyo**
– Spend your day exploring Tokyo’s attractions or shopping for souvenirs.
– Enjoy a leisurely day in Tokyo at your own pace.
**Day 15**: Sunday, June 9th, 2024 – **Tokyo**
– Continue exploring Tokyo or revisit any favorite spots.
**Day 16:** Monday, June 10th, 2024 – Departure from **Tokyo** back home
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