Day 1
Arrive in Tokyo
Settle in, walk the most central neighborhood, and keep the first evening light so the trip starts smoothly.
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Classic route
Japan in 7 days
A starting outline with fewer hotel changes. Open each stop for the deeper guide, and verify transport between bases before booking.
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Tokyo
Arrival in Tokyo
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Tokyo
Classic
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Tokyo
Classic
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Tokyo
Classic
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Kyoto
Base change
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Kyoto
Shrine & Temple
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Kyoto
Departure from Kyoto
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Day 2
Explore Tokyo
The world's most exciting megacity — ancient temples, neon towers, world-class food, and impeccable order.
Day 3
Explore Tokyo
The world's most exciting megacity — ancient temples, neon towers, world-class food, and impeccable order.
Day 4
Explore Tokyo
The world's most exciting megacity — ancient temples, neon towers, world-class food, and impeccable order.
Day 5
Travel and check-in day
Move your base to Kyoto
Keep this as a transfer day, with time to settle in. Check the actual route, timetable, and last-mile transport before booking either stay.
Day 6
Fushimi Inari Shrine from Kyoto
Japan's most iconic shrine — thousands of vermilion torii gates forming tunnels up a forested mountain.
Day 7
Easy final morning in Kyoto
Use the final day for a slow breakfast, one short sight, and backup time for transport or airport logistics.
Next step
Compare the full country guide before booking. Check transport, costs, seasonality, and the best cities in one place.