I’m going to Japan for 2 weeks and I keep reading people saying to cut Osaka out. Should I go somewhere else? Below is my basic itinerary…I’m not really into WW2 stuff so, don’t want to do Hiroshima. What I’m doing in each city is still being figured out, want feedback on which cities in general.
Day 1-5: Tokyo – 5 nights
– Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa.
– Explore the streets of Shibuya and cross the famous Shibuya Crossing.
– Spend an afternoon in Yanaka
– Go to Odaiba.
– Enjoy the nightlife in Shinjuku
Day 6-7: Hakone – 2 nights
– Relax in an onsen (hot spring) while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Hakone.
– Take a cruise on Lake Ashi for stunning views of Mount Fuji.
– Visit the Hakone Open-Air Museum
– Explore the volcanic landscape of Owakudani and try some black eggs, boiled in the hot springs.
– Ride the Hakone Ropeway for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Day 8-9: Osaka – 2 nights
– Explore Osaka Castle and its surrounding park.
– Shop and dine in the Dotonbori district,
– Visit the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
– Take a day trip to Universal Studios Japan for a fun-filled experience.
– Sample Osaka’s street food, including takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (savory pancakes).
Day 10-14: Kyoto – 5 nights
– Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine and hike through thru torii gates.
– Explore the streets of Gion
– Wander though the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and visit the nearby Tenryu-ji Temple.
– Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and its garden.
– Take a day trip to Nara
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