Japan Golden Route
Tokyo energy, Kyoto temples, and alpine day trips in two weeks.
Duration
14 days
Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo, Japan
A megacity of micro-neighborhoods where ancient temples sit beside neon-lit streets, world-class cuisine ranges from str
- •Explore Tokyo
- •Local food and culture
Day 2: Kyoto, Japan
Japan's ancient capital, home to over 2,000 temples and shrines, traditional geisha districts, serene bamboo groves, and
- •Explore Kyoto
- •Local food and culture
Day 3: Nara, Japan
Explore and discover.
- •Explore Nara
- •Local food and culture
Day 4: Hakone, Japan
Explore and discover.
- •Explore Hakone
- •Local food and culture
Travel Tips
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Get a JR Pass before arrival if covering long distances.
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Book ryokan stays in Kyoto early.
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Carry cash — many shrines are cash-only.
Land in Tokyo for neighborhoods and food markets. Bullet train to Kyoto for temples and geisha districts. Day trip to Nara for deer parks and Todai-ji. Finish with Hakone onsen views toward Mount Fuji.