How many days do you need Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Mount Fuji?
- Most travelers spend 13-14 days in Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Mount Fuji combined
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
How Many Days to Spend in Japan
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Recommended Itineraries for Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Mount Fuji
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Tokyo, Free Time | Tokyo |
Day 2 | Explore Tokyo's Fish Markets & Fashion Districts | Tokyo |
Day 3 | Futuristic Odaiba Tour | Tokyo |
Day 4 | Sumo & Sake Tour | Tokyo |
Day 5 | Day Trip to Nikko | Tokyo |
Day 6 | Tokyo to Mount Fuji, Free Time | Fujikawaguchiko |
Day 7 | Explore Mount Fuji | Fujikawaguchiko |
Day 8 | Memoirs of a Geisha Tour in Kyoto | Kyoto |
Day 9 | Bamboo Groves & Temples at Arashiyama | Kyoto |
Day 10 | Day Trip to Nara | Kyoto |
Day 11 | Reborn Hiroshima Tour | Hiroshima |
Day 12 | Day Trip to Miyajima Island | Hiroshima |
Day 13 | Depart Hiroshima |
This trip will take you to all the places you shouldn't miss on your first trip to Japan. Discover Japan's traditional and modern sides at shrines and temples, witness technological innovation at a digital art exhibition and a crazy robot cabaret, and get involved in hands-on cooking and craft classes. Read more
How to travel between Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima & Mount Fuji
How to get to Hiroshima
Known as "The Reborn City," Hiroshima rose from the ashes of atomic destruction and rebuilt itself into a beautiful place to visit with a powerful message of peace. Destroyed monuments such as Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden were reconstructed, and the Peace Memorial Park was built in the city's center. While history is an integral part of a trip to Hiroshima, there are many stunning sights and culinary experiences to look forward to. It may be best to fly or take the train depending on which city you're arriving from. Read more
How to get from Tokyo to Kyoto
Kyoto is 283 miles (445 km) from Tokyo, but you can get from Tokyo to Kyoto in just over two hours if you travel on a high-speed Shinkansen (bullet train). By air, the journey will take about three hours, including ground transportation. Read more