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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
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.
Planned Itinerary
- Tokyo (4 days) - Shibuya, Shinjuku, Akihabara, Asakusa, Tsukiji Market
- Hakone (1 day) - Hot springs with Mount Fuji views
- Kyoto (4 days) - Temples, bamboo groves, geisha district, tea ceremonies
- Osaka (2 days) - Street food capital
- Hiroshima & Miyajima (2 days) - Peace Memorial, floating torii gate
- Nara (1 day) - Deer and ancient temples
What I’m Most Excited About
- Cherry blossom season (hanami)
- Traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto
- Authentic ramen in a tiny Tokyo shop
- Fushimi Inari’s thousands of torii gates
Where to Eat
- Fuunji (Tokyo) — Legendary Shinjuku tsukemen shop with queues worth the wait.. 📍 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
Where to Stay
- 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 →
Tours & Excursions
- 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 →
Getting Around & Where to Stay
Airports, transport, taxis, hotels & useful apps for Japan
Things to See & Do
Where to Eat & Drink
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