Day 1-3: Tokyo

• Day 1: Arrive in Tokyo. Get settled in and explore the local neighborhood. Head to Shibuya Crossing and visit Hachiko Statue.
• Day 2: Visit Asakusa to see Senso-ji Temple and explore Nakamise Street. Spend the afternoon in Akihabara (electronics and anime district) or Ginza (upscale shopping).
• Day 3: Explore Shinjuku: visit Meiji Shrine, take a stroll through Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, and end the day in Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden or Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for city views.

Day 4-5: Nikko

• Day 4: Take a train to Nikko (2 hours from Tokyo). Visit the ornate Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stroll around Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls.
• Day 5: Spend another day exploring the natural beauty and hot springs around Nikko. Head back to Tokyo in the evening.

Day 6-7: Kyoto

• Day 6: Take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto (2.5 hours). Start with Fushimi Inari Shrine (famous for its thousands of red torii gates), and explore Gion District in the evening.
• Day 7: Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Ryoan-ji (rock garden), and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Optionally, visit Nijo Castle.

Day 8-9: Nara

• Day 8: Take a day trip to Nara (45 minutes from Kyoto). See Todai-ji Temple (home to the Great Buddha), Nara Park (with friendly deer), and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.
• Day 9: Return to Kyoto and explore any remaining sights or enjoy a traditional tea ceremony.

Day 10-11: Osaka

• Day 10: Travel to Osaka (30 minutes from Kyoto). Explore Dotonbori for street food and entertainment. Visit Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building.
• Day 11: Spend time in Universal Studios Japan or explore the Osaka Aquarium and Tennoji Park.

Day 12-13: Hiroshima and Miyajima

• Day 12: Take the Shinkansen to Hiroshima (1.5 hours). Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, and see the Atomic Bomb Dome.
• Day 13: Take a ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine with its famous floating torii gate and hike or take a cable car up to Mount Misen for panoramic views.

Day 14: Return to Tokyo

• Day 14: Return to Tokyo by Shinkansen (4 hours). Use this day for any last-minute shopping or sightseeing before your departure.