Days 1-4 Tokyo City Itinerary Schedules
Itineraries Introduction
When you first arrive Tokyo Airport, we will send a private car to pick you up to the Hotel and our team will give you a briefing about the itineraries before visiting the sites next day
On the first 2-3 days, our team will drive and guide you to visit the customized and most popular spots within Tokyo including the following:
1. Akihabara
Akihabara (秋葉原), also called Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo that is famous for its many electronics shops and has also gained recognition as the center of Japan’s otaku (diehard fan) culture. Akihabara has seen by many to be the major center of modern Japanese Otaku culture
2. Ginza and surrounding areas
The Ginza (銀座) is Tokyo‘s most famous upmarket shopping, dining and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, night clubs and cafes. One square meter of land in the district’s center is worth over ten million yen, making it one of the most expensive real estate in Japan.
3. Imperial Palace
The current Imperial Palace (皇居, Kōkyo) is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family.
Edo Castle used to be the seat of the Tokugawa shogun who ruled Japan from 1603 until 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the country’s capital and imperial residence were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. In 1888 construction of a new Imperial Palace was completed. The palace was once destroyed during World War Two, and rebuilt in the same style, afterwards.
4. Meiji Shrines and nearby sites
Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line‘s busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city and offer walking paths for a relaxing stroll away from the concrete.
5. Shinjuku
Shinjuku (新宿) is one of the 23 city wards of Tokyo, but the name commonly refers to just the large entertainment, business and shopping area around Shinjuku Station. Metropolitan Government Office, whose observation decks are open to the public for free. Northeast of the station lies Kabukicho, Japan’s largest and wildest red light district
6 Asakusa
Asakusa (浅草) is the center of Tokyo‘s shitamachi (literally “low city”), one of Tokyo’s districts, where an atmosphere of the Tokyo of past decades survives.
Asakusa’s main attraction is Sensoji, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. The temple is approached via the Nakamise, a shopping street that has been providing temple visitors with a variety of traditional, local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries.
Hakone and Fuji Five Lakes
Days 4-6 Side Trips outside the Inner City of Tokyo
Days 4 -6 Side Trips Itinerary Plan
Starting from Day 4-6 , we recommend to view some of most beautiful and historic sites surrounding Tokyo. You can choose three of the following Scenes options for your customized tour.
- Hakone-
Hakone (箱根) is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, less than one hundred kilometers from Tokyo. Famous for hot springs, natural beauty and the view across Lake Ashinoko of nearby Mount Fuji, Hakone is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese and international tourists looking for a break from Tokyo.
- Fuji Five Lakes-The Fuji Five Lake (富士五湖, Fujigoko) region lies at the northern base of Mount Fuji about 1000 meters above sea level around the lakes Kawaguchiko, Saiko, Yamanakako, Shojiko and Motosuko. It is one of the best places to view Mount Fuji from a close distance and a good base for climbing the mountain.
- Nikko
- Kamakura
- Yokohama /or Disneyland
- Izu Peninsula /or Disneyland
Kyoto - Days 5- 6 Itinerary Schedules
Starting from the day 7, we will arrange you to take the Shikansen to Kyoto, Our team a driver + Multi-Languages Guides will be waiting you at the train station and starting the first half day tour in Kyoto. We will visit the top attractive sites and our guides will accompany you to explain the cultural stories embedded in each historic heritage.
1. Kiyomizudera and Higashiyama
2. Arashiyama -Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji,
3. Fushimi Inari Shrine,
4. Kinkakuji
5. Nishiki Market
6. Nijo Castle
7. Gion
8. Sanjiusangendo
9. Nara Park
10. Todaiji Temple
–Arashiyama (Nature/View): Beautiful nature with Bamboo Grove, Cross Month Bridge and great shopping streets for crafts and street food;
Kiyomizudera and Higashiyama
Kiyomizudera (清水寺, literally “Pure Water Temple”) is one of the most celebrated temples of Japan. It was founded in 780 on the site of the Otowa Waterfall in the wooded hills east of Kyoto, and derives its name from the fall’s pure waters. The temple was originally associated with the Hosso sect, one of the oldest schools within Japanese Buddhism, but formed its own Kita Hosso sect in 1965. In 1994, the temple was added to the list of UNESCO world heritage sites.
The Higashiyama District (東山) along the lower slopes of Kyoto‘s eastern mountains is one of the city’s best preserved historic districts. It is a great place to experience traditional old Kyoto, especially between Kiyomizudera and Yasaka Shrine, where the narrow lanes, wooden buildings and traditional merchant shops invoke a feeling of the old capital city in which you can buy all kind of souveines and tasty Japanese food;
-Kinkaku Temple (History/Architecture): The golden pavilion in the heavenly garden.
Fushimi Inari Shrine (History/View): The most popular shrines with 10000 bright red Torii Gates.
-Kiyomizu Temple (History/Architecture/View): The most popular temples with the panoramic veranda.
–Gion (Culture): Fascinating and mysterious stories of Geisha.
Nishiki Market (錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) is a narrow, five block long shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants. Known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen”, this lively retail market specializes in all things food related, like fresh seafood, produce, knives and cookware, and is a great place to find seasonal foods and Kyoto specialties, such as Japanese sweets, pickles, dried seafood and sushi.
Sanjiusangendo
Sanjusangendo (三十三間堂, Sanjūsangendō) is the popular name for Rengeo-in, a temple in eastern Kyoto which is famous for its 1001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
-Nijo Castle (History/Architecture): One of the most important sites in Japanese history. Witness the prime and the end of the Samurai period.
Day 6 : Nara-Osaka
Recommended side Trip Sites Visit
We suggest to spend at least half day to visit Nara which is the most important sources of Buddhism development in Japan where enriches numerous historic and cultural heritages of Buddhism.
Our Professional English-speaking guide + Professional chauffeur + Private Van for 1 day Kyoto & Nara Tour (Timescale: 08:00-17:00).
Morning: you will visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Todaiji Temple (included Todaiji Museum and the Great Buddha Hall / if time is permitted).
Afternoon: you will visit Nara Nagomikan, Nara Park as well as Mt. Wakakusa Mummit. After the tour, you will go ahead to be privately transferred to the hotel in Osaka for the overnight.
Overnight in Osaka.
2 recommended sites should visit
- Todaiji-
odaiji (東大寺, Tōdaiji, “Great Eastern Temple”) is one of Japan’s most famous and historically significant temples and a landmark of Nara. The temple was constructed in 752 as the head temple of all provincial Buddhist temples of Japan and grew so powerful that the capital was moved away from Nara in 784 in order to lower the temple’s influence on government affairs.
Until recently, Todaiji’s main hall, the Daibutsuden (Big Buddha Hall), held the record as the world’s largest wooden building, despite the fact that the present reconstruction of 1692 is only two thirds of the original temple hall’s size. The massive building houses one of Japan’s largest bronze statues of Buddha (Daibutsu). The 15 meters tall, seated Buddha represents Vairocana and is flanked by two Bodhisattvas.
- Nara Park-Nara Park (奈良公園, Nara Kōen) is a large park in central Nara. Established in 1880, it is the location of many of Nara’s main attractions including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji and the Nara National Museum. It is also home to hundreds of freely roaming deer.
Hiroshima - Days 7 itinerary schedule
Last Day of our trip is Hiroshima – A city becomes a icon landmark of world peace memorial. The most prominent site which one must not miss is the Hiroshima’s Peace Park.
Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park (平和記念公園, Heiwa Kinen Kōen)
Before the bomb, the area of what is now the Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot’s target. Four years to the day after the bomb was dropped, it was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities.
The park’s main facility is the Peace Memorial Museum. Consisting of two buildings, the museum surveys the history of Hiroshima and the advent of the nuclear bomb. Its main focus though is on the events of August 6: the dropping of the bomb and its outcome in human suffering. The personal details displayed are quite upsetting and serve to remind that we should not take peace for granted.
The A-Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, is what remains of the former Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall. When the bomb exploded, it was one of the few buildings to remain standing, and remains so today. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the A-Bomb Dome is a tangible link to Hiroshima’s unique past.
Between the Museum and the A-Bomb Dome is the Cenotaph for the A-Bomb Victims. The Cenotaph is an arched tomb for those who died because of the bomb, either because of the initial blast or exposure to radiation. Below the arch is a stone chest holding a register of these names, of which there are over 220,000. Every year on the anniversary of the bomb, a ceremony is held at the park.
Miyajima (宮島)
After visiting Peace memorial Park, we will go on a cruise to Miyajima.
Miyajima (宮島) is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima. It is most famous for its giant torii gate, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan’s three best views.
While officially named Itsukushima, the island is more commonly referred to as Miyajima, Japanese for “shrine island”. This is because the island is so closely related to its key shrine, Itsukushima Shrine. Like the torii gate, the shrine’s main buildings are built over water. Top attractive spots include
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Mount Misen
- Daisho-in Temple
- Senjokaku
- Walking trail
- Museum of History
- Oyster- Hiroshima Oyster is tasty and famous in Japan, You can taste some on the island.
Listen to what our Clients Say
Timothy Simon2 Oct./2023,
Highly recommended
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Lee-san, our tour guide is really impressive and gives a lot of details when it comes to Kyoto’s history. He bonds well with the guests and is well loved. Overall a great experience and would highly recommend this
Neha-23 Oct/2023
Highly recommended
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This was an amazing tour – Tom, our tour guide, was knowledgeable, kind and very funny. It was great to hear about Osaka and Kobe from someone native to the area. The traditional Japanese Food lunch was also incredible.
Janessa-27 Aug/2023
Highly recommended
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This tour was so fun, I loved their tour guide! we were a small group so it made the tour even smoother and enjoyable as we got to talk with everyone. hopefully, the tour can be just a little bit longer with an early start so we can have 2 hours inside the museum ; lunch was so good, too!
Mary- 12/sept.2023
Highly recommended
The guide was just gorgeous and so lovely! I cried my eyes out at Kent. The museum is a must. Go next door to the cafe on the left of the entrance for some nice origami cranes in the cafe to purchase. We had an elderly Australian couple who were 45 minutes late returning to the bus but we made up the time. Miyajima island was our favourite place in all of Japan, just stunning! Highly recommend
sharon-12 May/2023
Highly recommended
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We had a great time at Arashiyama and Kiyomizudera even if it were raining. But it was so easy to communicate with the agents and they gave direction where we can join the group. Our tour guide Sam Ng speaks English well and is very funny which makes our tour more fun. Thank you.
Mandy
18 May
Highly recommended
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Hiroshima is a place will never forget, we learned more about what happened and got to try the Okonomiyaki… delicious!! Our group leader was the best, she explained history in detail. Very nice and humble person 🙂
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Jacky-7 Nov/2023
Fantastic
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Some stops seemed like a bit rush but overall I enjoyed so much. I liked how that the tour guide was informative.
John –20 Jun/2023
Highly recommended
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Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. It was well-organized and our guide, Azusa, was really helpful, friendly and shared a lot of information on the sights we visited. Hakone, Fuji Five Lakes and Kyoto are so beautiful and historic. Highly recommended!