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🗾 Journey through Japan: Tokyo to Hiroshima

Raven T

Raven T

2 Jan 2024

Embark on an epic 18-day adventure through the vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes of Japan. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the tranquil beauty of Nikkō, Hakone, Fuji, Kyoto, Ōsaka-jō, Kobe, and Hiroshima, this journey promises to be an unforgettable experience. Join me as I explore ancient marvels, immerse in rich culture, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$0

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$ 15

Imperial Palace
This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Gems in Tokyo
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$225

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$ 15

Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$100
8 - 11 min

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Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$125
11 - 14 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Enchanting Disney Magic and Serene Parks in Tokyo
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$0

Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Magical Disney Moments and Sacred Shrines in Tokyo
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$600

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$ 15

Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$600
45 - 54 min

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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Gardens, Skyscrapers, and Iconic Landmarks in Tokyo
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$215

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$ 30

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
24 - 29 min

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Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$190

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

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Trip to Fuji

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$225

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$ 15

Fujisan Kaguyahime Museum
Airy museum showcasing local history & folklore across numerous buildings within a public park.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$100
21 - 26 min

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Iwamoto Mountain Park
Tranquil green space with vivid springtime cherry & plum blossoms, plus Mt. Fuji in the distance.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$125

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$100

Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$100
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Gems in Tokyo
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$63

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$ 19

Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$63
19 - 23 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3Enchanting Disney Magic and Serene Parks in Tokyo
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$125

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$ 19

Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
15 - 18 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$250

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$ 15

Abeno Harukas
Osaka's tallest building features an observation deck, a department store, an art museum & a hotel.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$250
19 - 23 min

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Dotonbori
Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Gems in Tokyo
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$1125

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$ 15

Osaka Castle
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
31 - 38 min

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Universal Studios Japan
This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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$1000

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

Trip to Kobe

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$163

Kobe Maritime Museum
Exhibits on the past, present & future of the sea, ships & local ports are featured at this museum.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$100
12 - 17 min

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Kobe Chinatown Nankin-machi
Established in 1868, this Chinese cultural district offers eateries, souvenir shops & mahjong clubs.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$63
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Gems in Tokyo
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$175

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$ 39

Kobe Port Tower
Decorative tower reaching 108m & featuring an observation deck with panoramic city views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$63
10 - 12 min

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Ikuta Jinja
Founded in the early 3rd century, this prominent, traditional Shinto shrine is among Japan's oldest.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
9 - 11 min

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Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens
Big botanical garden with themed areas growing many flowers & herbs, plus restaurants & a gift shop.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$88

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

Trip to Hiroshima

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$100

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$ 14

Atomic Bomb Dome
Iconic remains of the Industrial Promotion Hall which was destroyed by the atomic bomb during WWII.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$63
6 - 9 min

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Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima
Memorial park dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb & advocating for world peace since 1954.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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Itsukushima Jinja Otorii (Grand Torii Gate)
One of Japan's most revered sites, this ancient Shinto shrine seems to float on water at high tide.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$38
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Gems in Tokyo
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$175

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$ 14

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Popular museum documenting the WWII atomic-bomb blast in Hiroshima via exhibits, artifacts & talks.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$100
16 - 20 min

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Hiroshima Castle
Contemporary recreation of a destroyed 16th-century castle offering a history museum & city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75

Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Majestic Tokyo Delights
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$0

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$ 15

Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Tokyo Dome
This iconic domed stadium hosts baseball games & other sporting events, plus concerts & exhibitions.
No time set
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Free
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Budget breakdown: $3776 In total

Activities & Food:$3540
Transport:$236