Japan from Tokyo to Osaka
Tokyo neon, Mount Fuji, Kyoto temples, Nara deer parks, and Osaka street food.
About This Journey
A south-running route through Japan's three anchor cities, moving Tokyo to Kyoto to Osaka by shinkansen with a Fuji day in between. Tokyo covers both the old city around Asakusa and the contemporary districts, Kyoto handles the temple and geisha quarters, and Osaka closes the trip on food and day trips.
Rail passes, luggage forwarding between cities, and English-speaking guides on the touring days are arranged as part of the package. Cherry blossom and autumn colour departures book well ahead and are priced separately.
Day by Day
Tokyo arrival
Arrive at Narita or Haneda and transfer to your Tokyo hotel. The rest of the day stays free to adjust and explore the immediate neighbourhood.
Tokyo city
Full day across Tokyo covering Senso-ji temple and the Asakusa lanes, the Meiji shrine grounds, Shibuya crossing, and the electronics and anime district of Akihabara.
Hakone and Mount Fuji
Day trip toward Mount Fuji via the Hakone region, with the ropeway over the volcanic valley, a Lake Ashi cruise, and Fuji viewpoints when skies are clear.
Tokyo to Kyoto
Board the shinkansen to Kyoto. On arrival, begin with Fushimi Inari and its corridor of vermilion gates, then walk the preserved streets of Higashiyama.
Kyoto temples
Visit Kinkaku-ji the golden pavilion, the Arashiyama bamboo grove, and Kiyomizu-dera, with time in the Gion district in the evening.
Nara and on to Osaka
Excursion to Nara for Todai-ji and its great bronze Buddha, the free-roaming deer of the park, and Kasuga shrine, then continue to Osaka for check-in.
Osaka
Explore Osaka Castle and its grounds, then Dotonbori and Kuromon market for the street food the city is known for. The afternoon is free for shopping or an optional Universal Studios add-on.
Osaka departure
Transfer to Kansai International Airport for your onward flight, with timing set around your departure.
What's Included
Included in the Price
- Accommodation
- Meals (as per itinerary)
- Transfers & Transportation
- Expert Guides
- Domestic/International Flights
- Activities & Entrance Fees
- 24/7 On-ground Support
Not Included
- Japan visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions including Universal Studios Japan
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, laundry, and beverages
- Peak season surcharges during cherry blossom and autumn colour dates
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