🗼Tokyo to Hiroshima: An Epic Journey through Japan🌸

Florian Kibler

4 Jan 2024

Embark on a 23-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, Ōsaka-jō, and Hiroshima. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. From the futuristic Tokyo Skytree to the historic Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience. Join me as I explore the wonders of Japan!

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tokyo's Treasures - Skytree, National Museum, and Ueno Park

$19

$ 2

World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$19

16 - 20 min

Directions

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Ancient Charm and Majestic Views - Sensō-ji and Imperial Palace

$19

$ 3

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

25 - 30 min

Directions

This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

Day 3Magical Disney Delights - Tokyo DisneySea and Meiji Jingu

$60

$ 2

Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$60

60 - 72 min

Directions

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

$60

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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$60

Day 5Art, Gardens, and Cityscapes - Ghibli Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Roppongi Hills

$15

$ 3

Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

50 - 60 min

Directions

This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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17 - 21 min

Directions

Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $684 In total

Activities & Food:$649

Transport:$35

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Trip to Kyoto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tokyo's Treasures - Skytree, National Museum, and Ueno Park

$13

$ 2

This 15th-century Zen temple features picturesque gardens & a sand mound shaped like Mount Fuji.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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29 - 35 min

Directions

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 2Ancient Charm and Majestic Views - Sensō-ji and Imperial Palace

$13

$ 2

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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$13

24 - 29 min

Directions

Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Magical Disney Delights - Tokyo DisneySea and Meiji Jingu

$17

$ 4

Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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9 - 11 min

Directions

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

11 - 14 min

Directions

400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

$19

Contemporary space with exhibits on the railway & an array of locomotives & trains on display.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

27 - 40 min

Directions

Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 5Art, Gardens, and Cityscapes - Ghibli Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Roppongi Hills

$ 4

This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

34 - 41 min

Directions

Tours are offered of this iconic temple with a scenic pond & garden, plus a building with artifacts.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $684 In total

Activities & Food:$649

Transport:$35

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tokyo's Treasures - Skytree, National Museum, and Ueno Park

$25

$ 2

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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$25

19 - 23 min

Directions

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Ancient Charm and Majestic Views - Sensō-ji and Imperial Palace

$113

$ 2

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

31 - 38 min

Directions

This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.

10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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$100

Budget breakdown: $684 In total

Activities & Food:$649

Transport:$35

Trip to Hiroshima

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tokyo's Treasures - Skytree, National Museum, and Ueno Park

$12

$ 2

Museum showcasing European impressionist & modern Japanese art, plus a quiet courtyard.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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48 - 58 min

Directions

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.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 2Ancient Charm and Majestic Views - Sensō-ji and Imperial Palace

$10

Popular museum documenting the WWII atomic-bomb blast in Hiroshima via exhibits, artifacts & talks.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

Day 3Magical Disney Delights - Tokyo DisneySea and Meiji Jingu

$14

Contemporary recreation of a destroyed 16th-century castle offering a history museum & city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

Directions

Founded in 1968, the museum offers exhibits by regional artists & a garden, plus a shop & eatery.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

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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Budget breakdown: $684 In total

Activities & Food:$649

Transport:$35

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tokyo's Treasures - Skytree, National Museum, and Ueno Park

$ 3

Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Ancient Charm and Majestic Views - Sensō-ji and Imperial Palace

$18

$ 2

Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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18 - 22 min

Directions

19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Magical Disney Delights - Tokyo DisneySea and Meiji Jingu

$13

$ 2

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

10 - 12 min

Directions

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

7 - 10 min

Directions

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Enchanting Fairytales at Tokyo Disneyland

$44

$ 3

Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

20 - 24 min

Directions

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$19

7 - 9 min

Directions

Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Art, Gardens, and Cityscapes - Ghibli Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Roppongi Hills

$60

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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$60

Day 6Kyoto's Golden Splendor - Higashiyama Jisho-ji and Kinkaku-ji

$37

$ 2

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$37

30 - 36 min

Directions

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

16 - 24 min

Directions

Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Sacred Temples and Imperial Grandeur - Kiyomizu-dera and Kyoto Imperial Palace

$60

Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $684 In total

Activities & Food:$649

Transport:$35