Japan7 days
Japan 7-Day Itinerary
The classic Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka route plus the day most first-timers wish they’d added: a full day in Nara with its free-roaming deer and the giant Buddha of Tōdai-ji.
Tokyo · Kyoto · Osaka · Nara
Japan
5 days
Japan 5-Day Itinerary
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka in five tight, well-paced days — the quickest version of our route, ready to follow from the moment you land.
Route: Tokyo · Kyoto · Osaka
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Trip highlights
- Three cities in five days with no wasted travel time
- Hotels in three budget levels, plus breakfast and dinner picks
- Hour-by-hour version for tight planning
- Bonus: 6-page fillable kit with checklists and trackers
- Tax-free shopping guide and cultural etiquette tips
What every itinerary includes
- A day-by-day route in a logical, easy-to-follow order
- Hotel picks for different budgets
- Restaurant and café recommendations
- Working booking links for hotels, transfers and activities
- An interactive map with every stop pinned
- Practical tips on transport, money, connectivity and etiquette
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