How many days do you need in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone & Kamakura?
- Most travelers spend 12 days in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone, and Kamakura combined
- With 13 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, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone & Kamakura
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Tokyo, Explore | Tokyo |
| Day 2 | Tokyo City Tour, Sushi Cooking Class | Tokyo |
| Day 3 | Nakameguro Food Tour | Tokyo |
| Day 4 | Tokyo to Kyoto, Traditional Tea Ceremony | Kyoto |
| Day 5 | Kyoto History & Culture Tour, Dinner at Hiiragiya Ryokan | Kyoto |
| Day 6 | Nishiki Market, Sushi Class, Transfer to Hiroshima | Hiroshima |
| Day 7 | Visit the Hiroshima Gardens, Saijo Sake Brewery Tour | Hiroshima |
| Day 8 | Miyajima Cruise, Transfer to Osaka, Osaka Food Tour | Osaka |
| Day 9 | Day Trip to Nara, Osaka Food & Culture Night Tour | Osaka |
| Day 10 | Osaka to Hakone, Experience Hakone & Mount Fuji | Hakone |
| Day 11 | Hakone to Kamakura, Free Day in Kamakura | Kamakura |
| Day 12 | Kamakura to Tokyo, Depart |
Dash around Japan by bullet train to discover the country's unique flavors, ceremonies, and nightlife. Learn how to make sushi in Tokyo and explore its oldest temple Senso-ji. In Kyoto's Gion district, discover the world of becoming a geisha. Warm yourself up by sipping sakes at a brewery outside of Hiroshima and soaking in an onsen in Hakone. Take time to relax and feel the pulse of Japan's cities on this 12-day tour. Read more
How to travel between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone & Kamakura
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. While history is an important part of a trip to Hiroshima, there are also many stunning sights and culinary experiences to look forward to. Depending on what city you're arriving from, it may be best to fly or take the train. 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
How to get from Kyoto to Osaka
Kyoto and Osaka are just 35 miles (56 km) apart, so it does not take very long to travel between these iconic Japanese cities. In fact, you can even bicycle from Kyoto to Osaka, perhaps after taking a 7-day bicycle tour of Kyoto and the surrounding area, because a network of bike paths connects the two cities. While most visitors get from Kyoto to Osaka by train, you can also drive or hire a taxi or private driver. Bus travel is not recommended because it is less efficient than traveling by train. Read more
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