An African operator with trusted local partners in Japan. Ten days from Tokyo to Mount Fuji and Hakone, by bullet train to Kyoto’s temples and geisha district, with Nara’s deer and Osaka’s street food. An ideal first introduction to Japan. Tap Send request: no payment now, and we reply within one business day.

Day by day

Day 1, Arrival in Tokyo: Arrive at Tokyo International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Evening free to explore nearby neighborhoods such as Shinjuku or Ginza.

Day 2, Tokyo City Discovery: Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and stroll Nakamise Street. Continue to Shibuya Crossing, one of the world’s busiest intersections, then the peaceful Meiji Shrine in its forest park.

Day 3, Tokyo Cultural and Modern Life: Explore Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, Akihabara, the anime and electronics district, and enjoy panoramic views from Tokyo Skytree. Evening food experience sampling sushi and ramen.

Day 4, Mt Fuji and Hakone Scenic Adventure: Travel to the Mount Fuji region and visit the Mt Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting). Continue to Hakone for a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi with panoramic views of Fuji. Overnight: Hakone, with an optional onsen hot spring experience.

Day 5, Bullet Train to Kyoto: Ride the Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto, then explore the historic Gion district, known for its traditional wooden houses and geisha culture.

Day 6, Kyoto Temples and Cultural Heritage: Visit the golden pavilion Kinkaku-ji and walk through the thousands of red gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Later explore the Arashiyama district and its famous Bamboo Grove.

Day 7, Nara Day Trip: Visit Nara, Japan’s ancient capital, and Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the world’s largest bronze Buddha statues. Walk through Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely. Return to Kyoto in the evening.

Day 8, Osaka City Experience: Travel to Osaka, Japan’s food capital. Visit the historic Osaka Castle and explore the lively Dotonbori, with its neon lights and street food such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

Day 9, Free Day or Optional Hiroshima Excursion: Explore Osaka at leisure, or take the optional high speed train excursion to Hiroshima, with the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Itsukushima Shrine. Return to Osaka.

Day 10, Departure: Transfer to Kansai International Airport in Osaka for your return flight home.

Included
Airport and ground transfers, accommodation, guided experiences, support services, local flights where applicable, and invitation letters for your visa.

Not included, unless explicitly stated
International airfare, visa fees, travel insurance (mandatory and strongly recommended), meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses (laundry, room service, minibar, shopping), optional tours and activities, tips for guides and drivers, early check in or late check out unless arranged in advance, and extra nights caused by flight or schedule changes.