Want to Visit East Asia

Japan

Duration 14 days Season March-May (Cherry Blossom), October-November (Autumn Colors) Currency JPY (Japanese Yen) USD 1 USD ≈ 157 JPY Lang Japanese

“To learn something new, take the path that you took yesterday.”

— John Burroughs

Planning notes — I haven't been here yet. This page is my personal research for a future trip.

Japan blends ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity, from serene shrines to neon-lit Tokyo streets.

Why Japan Is on My List

World-renowned cuisine, stunning landscapes, and futuristic cities alongside deeply rooted cultural traditions.

Fuunji (Tokyo) — Legendary Shinjuku tsukemen shop, often recommended for its rich fish-broth dipping ramen despite the queues. 📍 Maps
Sushi Dai (Tokyo) — Counter-only sushi bar inside Toyosu Fish Market. 📍 Maps
Kikunoi (Kyoto) — Refined kaiseki restaurant in Higashiyama with seasonal multi-course menus. 📍 Maps
Ichiran (Tokyo) — Famous solo-booth ramen chain for Hakata-style tonkotsu. 📍 Maps
Nishiki Market Food Stalls (Kyoto) — Bustling market street for grazing on Kyoto specialties. 📍 Maps

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier ★★★★ (Tokyo) — Stylish Ginza hotel with panoramic city views. View →
Hotel Kanra Kyoto ★★★★ (Kyoto) — Boutique hotel blending machiya style with modern comfort. View →
Nishiyama Ryokan ★★★ (Kyoto) — Traditional inn with tatami rooms. View →
Remm Akihabara ★★★ (Tokyo) — Budget-friendly Akihabara hotel with massage chairs. View →

Tokyo Food Tour — Guided sampling of ramen. 3h. View →
Kyoto Temple & Shrine Tour — Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari torii gates, and Arashiyama bamboo groves. 6h. View →
Mt Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo — Visit the 5th Station, Lake Kawaguchi, and scenic viewpoints. 10h. View →
Osaka Street Food Tour — Dotonbori tastings of takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and gyoza. 3h. View →
Hiroshima & Miyajima Island Day Trip — Peace Memorial Park and floating torii gate on Miyajima Island. 11h. View →