Japan

Narita International Airport

Arrive at Narita International Airport and travel to hotel.

Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho

Check in to Super Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho and sleep early.

Senso-ji

Visit Tokyo's oldest temple at dawn to beat the crowds.

Kappabashi Dougu Street

Browse high-quality Japanese chef knives and restaurant goods.

Hama-rikyu Gardens

Take a Sumida River water bus cruise to the traditional Hama-Rikyu Gardens.

Akihabara

Explore Akihabara's electronic shops, retro games, and anime culture.

Yomiuriland

Visit PokePark Kanto at Yomiuriland in the morning.

Shinjuku

Enjoy free time for shopping and wandering in Tokyo.

Tokyo Disneyland

Spend the full day at Tokyo Disneyland.

Shinjuku Station

Take the Romancecar train from Shinjuku to Hakone.

Hakone Open-Air Museum

Explore the outdoor sculpture park.

Gora Kadan

Check in to Gora Kadan ryokan and enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner.

Hakone Ropeway

Take the Hakone Cable Car and Ropeway.

Owakudani

See active volcanic vents and try black eggs boiled in hot springs.

Lake Ashi

Take a sightseeing cruise on Lake Ashi on a pirate ship.

Hakone Shrine

Visit the iconic floating torii gate on the lake shore.

Hakone-Yumoto Station

Take the Romancecar back to Tokyo.

APA Serviced Shin-Okubo

Check in to APA Serviced Shin-Okubo and enjoy free time.

Tokyo DisneySea

Spend the full day at Tokyo DisneySea.

Odaiba Ultra Park

Attend Ultra Music Festival Japan in Odaiba (Day 1).

Odaiba Ultra Park

Attend Ultra Music Festival Japan in Odaiba (Day 2).

Yanaka Cemetery

Walk through the peaceful Yanaka Cemetery and its old-world neighborhood.

Kagurazaka

Explore the historic geisha alleys, cobblestone streets, and cafes in Kagurazaka.

Akihabara

Revisit Akihabara for gaming, anime, and shopping.

Nakano Broadway

Browse retro toys, collectibles, manga, and vintage shops at Nakano Broadway.

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Stroll through the massive landscape garden.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

Visit the free observation decks for panoramic views.

Pokemon Cafe Tokyo

Enjoy themed food and characters at the Pokémon Café.

SHIBUYA SKY

Experience sunset views from the outdoor observation deck.

Tokyo Station

Take the Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Kanazawa.

Higashi Chaya District

Walk through the historic tea house district and join a gold leaf workshop.

Tokyu Stay Kanazawa Korinbo

Check in to Tokyu Stay Korinbo.

Kenroku-en

Visit Kenroku-en, one of Japan's three great gardens, at dawn.

Kanazawa Castle Park

Explore the reconstructed castle grounds next to the garden.

Omicho Market

Taste fresh local seafood for lunch.

Myoryuji Temple

Visit the Ninjadera (Ninja Temple), famous for its trap doors, hidden stairs, and escape routes.

Nagamachi Samurai District

Stroll along the historic earthen walls of the samurai neighborhood.

Kyoto Station

Take the train from Kanazawa to Kyoto.

Nishiki Market

Explore the narrow shopping street packed with food stalls.

Pontocho Alley

Wander down the atmospheric, lantern-lit dining alley.

Gion

Walk through Gion at dusk to spot geishas and admire the old wooden buildings.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Hike through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at dawn.

Daigo-ji Temple

Explore the massive temple complex, famous for its five-story pagoda.

Kiyomizu-dera

Beat the crowds at Kiyomizu-dera for stunning views of Kyoto.

Higashiyama District

Walk through the preserved historic streets of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka.

Kodai-ji Temple

Visit Kodai-ji for evening illuminations and zen rock gardens.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Walk through the bamboo forest at dawn.

Tenryu-ji Temple

Visit the stunning Zen temple and garden next to the bamboo forest.

Gio-ji Temple

See the small, quiet temple famous for its moss garden.

Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple

Visit the temple featuring thousands of stone statues dedicated to lost souls.

Ginkaku-ji

Visit the Silver Pavilion and its elegant dry sand garden.

Philosopher's Path

Walk along the stone path alongside the canal.

Honen-in Temple

Stop by the quiet temple with its thatched gate and mossy grounds.

Nanzen-ji Temple

Explore the large Zen temple complex and its historic brick aqueduct.

Nintendo Museum

Visit the new Nintendo Museum in Uji.

Byodoin Temple

Visit the beautiful Phoenix Hall featured on the 10 yen coin.

Uji River

Enjoy authentic Uji matcha tasting along the historic streets.

Osaka Station

Take the train from Kyoto to Osaka.

Kuromon Ichiba Market

Eat street food like wagyu, sea urchin, and takoyaki.

Den Den Town

Browse anime, gaming, and electronics shops.

Shinsaibashisuji

Walk through the covered shopping arcade.

Dotonbori

See the neon lights, Glico running man sign, and eat dinner.

Osaka Castle

Explore the historic castle and surrounding park.

Karahori Shopping Street

Walk through the retro neighborhood that survived WWII.

Umeda Sky Building

Experience sunset views from the Floating Garden Observatory.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Visit one of the world's largest aquariums featuring whale sharks.

Tempozan Ferris Wheel

Ride the giant Ferris wheel next to the aquarium.

Den Den Town

Return to Den Den Town for a deep dive into retro games and collectibles.

Nara Park

Meet the famous bowing deer and walk through the park.

Todai-ji Temple

See the Great Buddha housed in the world's largest wooden building.

Kasuga Taisha

Explore Nara's most celebrated shrine, famous for its stone and bronze lanterns.

Kobe Chinatown Nankinmachi

Stroll through Kobe's vibrant Chinatown.

Kitano Ijinkan-Gai

Walk up the hill to see the historic Western-style residences.

Misono Kobe

Enjoy authentic Kobe beef for lunch.

Mount Rokko

Take the cable car up Mt. Rokko for panoramic views over the harbor.

Universal Studios Japan

Spend the full day at USJ, focusing on Super Nintendo World.

Osaka Station

Take the Limited Express Hida train to Takayama.

Sanmachi Suji

Walk through the beautifully preserved timber merchants' houses in the old town.

Jinya Sunset Inn

Check in and enjoy a local Hida beef dinner.

Miyagawa Morning Market

Browse local crafts, snacks, and fresh produce along the river.

Higashiyama Walking Course

Walk the peaceful temple path on the eastern hills.

Sakurayama Hachiman-gu Shrine

Watch the Takayama Autumn Festival procession and float displays.

Nakabashi Bridge

See the spectacular Yomatsuri night parade with illuminated festival floats.

Takayama Jinya

Tour the historic government house from the Edo period.

Sakurayama Hachiman-gu Shrine

Enjoy day 2 of the Takayama Autumn Festival.

Hida Folk Village

Visit the open-air museum showcasing traditional gassho-zukuri thatched-roof houses.

Magome-juku

Start the Nakasendo trail hike from Magome post town.

Tsumago-juku

Complete the hike at Tsumago and take a bus/train to Matsumoto.

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto

Check in to Richmond Hotel.

Matsumoto Castle

Tour the historic 6-story wooden castle, one of Japan's original castles.

Nakamachi Street

Walk along Nakamachi to see the traditional merchant houses with black-and-white plaster walls.

Asama Onsen

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon soaking in the hot springs at Asama Onsen.

Zenko-ji Temple

Take a day trip to Nagano to visit Zenko-ji, one of Japan's most important Buddhist temples.

Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park

Visit the park to see wild Japanese macaques bathing in natural hot springs.

Matsumoto Station

Take the Limited Express Azusa train back to Shinjuku, Tokyo.

Shinjuku

Enjoy free time for shopping and walking.

Shibuya Crossing

Spend the day shopping and dining across Shibuya, Harajuku, and Shinjuku.

Narita International Airport

Travel to Narita International Airport for your departure flight back home.