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Japan Itineraries

Japan Itineraries: itineraries guides grouped by region, based on official Japanese tourism and transport sources, each with the date the information was checked.

10 guides

Tokyo

The red torii gate of Hakone Shrine standing in the water of Lake Ashi, a must-see on a Hakone day trip

ItinerariesTokyo

Hakone Day Trip Guide: Freepass Price, the Classic Loop and Hot Springs

Hakone day trip made easy: 2026 Hakone Freepass prices, the order of 8 transport modes on the loop, Owakudani and Hakone Shrine, a Shinjuku timetable and onsen tips.

Updated 2026.10.19

The five-story Chureito Pagoda in Arakurayama Sengen Park with snow-capped Mt. Fuji, the classic Mt. Fuji day trip view

ItinerariesTokyo

Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo: Getting to Lake Kawaguchiko, Best Viewpoints and Visibility Tips

Mt. Fuji day trip from Shinjuku: bus vs Fujikyu Railway fares and times, Chureito Pagoda and Oishi Park views, and the best season and hours for visibility.

Updated 2026.10.19

The Tokyo skyline seen from Tokyo Skytree, with Tokyo Tower in the distance, a first stop on a Tokyo itinerary

ItinerariesTokyo

Tokyo 5-Day Itinerary 2026: An Efficient First-Timer Route and Transport Guide

A 5-day, 4-night Tokyo itinerary grouped by area: Asakusa, Tsukiji, Tsukishima, Harajuku, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ueno, Akihabara, with transit pass tips and day-trip swaps.

Updated 2026.10.19

Osaka

Kobe Port Tower and the Kobe Maritime Museum lit up at dusk and reflected in Kobe Harbor

ItinerariesOsaka

Kobe Day Trip: Kitano Ijinkan, Nankinmachi, Harbor Night Views and Kobe Beef

Plan a Kobe day trip with the official feel KOBE route: Kitano Ijinkan, Nankinmachi, harbor and Mt. Maya night views, Port Tower prices and how to spot real Kobe beef.

Updated 2026.10.19

A Nara deer standing on the stone-paved approach in front of Todai-ji's Nandaimon gate, on the classic Nara day trip route

ItinerariesOsaka

Nara Day Trip: Feeding the Deer, Todai-ji's Great Buddha and How to Get There from Osaka and Kyoto

Nara day trip from Osaka Namba takes about 40 minutes by Kintetsu. Deer feeding rules, Todai-ji tickets and hours, a walking route and transport from Osaka or Kyoto.

Updated 2026.10.19

Dotonbori at night, a must-see on any Osaka itinerary, with neon signs and the Glico Running Man along the canal

ItinerariesOsaka

Osaka 5-Day, 4-Night Itinerary: Osaka, Kyoto and Nara Day Trips with Costs (2026)

A 5-day, 4-night Osaka itinerary based in Namba or Umeda: Dotonbori, Osaka Castle on the Amazing Pass day, Kyoto, Nara or Universal Studios, plus transport and costs.

Updated 2026.10.19

Kyoto

ItinerariesKyoto

Arashiyama Day Trip in Kyoto: Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo, Tenryu-ji and the Sagano Scenic Railway

Plan an Arashiyama day trip from Kyoto: best time for the bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji admission, Togetsukyo Bridge, and the 2026 Sagano Scenic Railway fare and booking.

Updated 2026.10.19

The Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in, a highlight of any Uji day trip, reflected in Aji-ike Pond

ItinerariesKyoto

Uji Day Trip from Kyoto: Byodoin Phoenix Hall, Historic Matcha Shops and a Walk Along the Uji River

Uji day trip guide: Byodoin admission (¥700), Phoenix Hall interior rules (35 per slot from Oct 2026), historic matcha shops, an Uji River walk and how to get there.

Updated 2026.10.19

Hokkaido

Stone warehouses and promenade gas lamps beside Otaru Canal on a clear day, a must-see on an Otaru day trip

ItinerariesHokkaido

Otaru Day Trip: Otaru Canal, Sakaimachi Street and How to Get There from Sapporo

Otaru day trip from Sapporo: 32 minutes by JR, 800 yen. A walking route past Otaru Canal, Sakaimachi Street and the Music Box Museum, plus cruise prices and winter tips.

Updated 2026.10.19

Kyushu

Morning mist floating over Lake Kinrin in Yufuin on an autumn morning, with Mt. Yufu and autumn leaves behind

ItinerariesKyushu

Yufuin and Beppu Onsen 2-Day Trip: Yufuin no Mori Tickets, Beppu Hells Tour and Transport

Yufuin and Beppu onsen in 2 days: Yufuin no Mori booking and 2026 operations, Lake Kinrin, Yunotsubo Street, Beppu Hells combo ticket price, transport and itinerary.

Updated 2026.10.19