We've started planning our first family trip to Japan. It's been a tough few years, with our 10 year old daughter going through open heart surgery in the past few months to correct a heart condition.
Our daughter is learning Japanese at school, is a manga fan, and is so excited about visiting Japan. We are planning to spend approximately 11-12 days. Below is our first attempt at an itinerary… apology it is so messy… we will admit we are a bit lost and would appreciate some help/advice.
We're looking for advice on places to visit, but most importantly the order in which to visit them. Also, we've been reading recommendations that advise to base ourselves in Tokyo and do day trips, but staying in Kyoto and Osaka are good ideas. Our daughter wants to go on the bullet train 🙂
We're really looking to focus on experiences for our daughter, more non-tourist experiences, off the beaten path. And finally… accommodation… we'd really appreciate suggestions on accommodation… in Tokyo and other locations.
| Days | City | Accommodation | Visit Sites |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Tokyo – Airport? | Tokyo Accommodation suggestions? | Depends on when flight arrives? |
| Day 2 | Tokyo | Shinjuka, Shibuya, Harajuka | |
| Day 3 | Tokyo | Senso-ji temple Akihabara | |
| Day 4 | Tokyo | Todoroki Ravine park Ginza Roppongi Tsukiji | |
| Day 5 | Nagano | Shinkansen and snow monkeys | |
| Day 6 | Kyoto | Kyoto Accommodation Suggestions? | Kyomizu for sunset Nishiki Bamboo forest Golden temple Fushimi inari Toji temple |
| Day 7 | Kyoto | Shinkyogoku Kyoto railway museam samurai restaurant in Shinjuku | |
| Day 8 | Osaka | Osaka Accommodation Suggestions? | Dotonbori Shinsaibashi Shopping street Osaka castle Kurumon market and shinsekai |
| Day 9 | Osaka – Nara Day Trip | Visit Todai-ji Temple Nara Park Other historic sites | |
| Day 10 | Tokyo | Open to ideas? | |
| Day 11 | Tokyo | Depart Japan |
Please know we really appreciate any advice we receive.
by GregoInc
