I'm heading to Japan next week and couldn't be more excited! I'll be starting in Tokyo for 5 days, then heading to the Kyoto/Osaka area for 3 days before flying to Amami Island from Osaka on the 4th day. I'm debating whether to stay in one city and take day trips to the other or split my accommodations—maybe a couple of nights in one city and one night in the other.
Here's my rough itinerary so far, starting either the evening before or the morning of the first day:
Day 1:
- Likely getting to hotel around 9-10am form Tokyo then heading Kinkakuji
- Kibune
- Kokedera
Day 2:
- Fushimi Inari Shrine (EARLY, around 5-7 AM)
- Daigoji Temple
- Tofukuji Temple
- Toji Temple
- End the day with food and drinks in the Fushimi Sake District
Day 3:
- Kiyomizudera Temple
- Possibly check out of my place in Kyoto and move to a hotel in Osaka
- Visit Himeji Castle
- Return to Osaka to explore the city and enjoy food and drinks before my flight the next day
This is still flexible, and I'd love any feedback on whether it's feasible or if I should rearrange, add spots, or change anything. TYIA!
by Jazzlike_123