An evocative blend of timeless tradition and cutting-edge modernity, Japan offers travellers a journey through ancient shrines, serene gardens, bustling cityscapes, and striking natural beauty. From the graceful cherry blossoms adorning Tokyo’s parks to the poignant peace monuments of Hiroshima, the gilded temples of Kyoto, and the vibrant streets of Osaka, this itinerary showcases the very best of the Land of the Rising Sun.
Destinations
Days 1–3
Tokyo
Days 4-6
Hiroshima
Day 6
Kyoto
Day 7
Nara
Day 8
Osaka
Trip Highlights
Witness Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms in full bloom across Tokyo, Yoyogi Park, and Kyoto’s serene landscapes.
Ride the high-speed Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo to Hiroshima, combining speed with scenic beauty.
Explore Japan’s cultural treasures including Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple, Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), and the Bamboo Grove in Kyoto.
Experience history and peace in Hiroshima, with visits to the Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, and Miyajima Island’s floating torii gate.
Discover Mt. Fuji & Hakone, with a panoramic view from Mt. Fuji 5th Station, a pirate cruise on Lake Ashi, and the volcanic Owakudani Valley.
Enjoy vibrant city life in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nara with stops at Shibuya Crossing, Osaka Castle, Nara Deer Park, and evening shopping in Dotonbori.
Itinerary In Depth
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
Arrive at Tokyo airport and collect your bags.
Meet the Purple Routes representative outside the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Upon arrival check-in and rest for some time since you all have arrived after a long and tiring flight.
Later, we will visit the PEPPER CAFÉ for some light snacks – Pepper Parlor is a futuristic robot café in Tokyo, Japan, where employees and robots work happily together. You can meet one of the best robots in the world. (If time permits).
Back to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Tokyo City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, meet your guide at the hotel lobby and begin your full-day sightseeing tour of Tokyo.
Visit Meiji Shrine, a tranquil Shinto shrine set amid lush greenery.
Walk in Yoyogi Park, famous for its cherry blossom trees in spring.
Stop at Shibuya Crossing, the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world, for a photo opportunity.
Time to visit the TOKYO TEAM LAB – TeamLab Planets is a museum where you walk through water and a garden where you become one with flowers. It comprises 4 large-scale artwork spaces and 2 gardens created by art collective teamLab.
Transfer to Asakusa to explore Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple.
Lunch at a local restaurant. (Own your own).
Stroll through Nakamise Shopping Street, lined with traditional shops and local snacks.
In the evening, visit Odaiba, a modern waterfront area known for the replica Statue of Liberty and the illuminated Rainbow Bridge.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Tokyo - Mt. Fuji - Hakone -Tokyo
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, depart for the Mt. Fuji area.
Arrive at Mt. Fuji 5th Station, the observation point offering panoramic views of the mountain (subject to weather conditions).
In case the road to Mt. Fuji 5th Station is closed, an alternate visit will be arranged to Oshino Hakkai Village, a picturesque village with clear ponds and views of Mt. Fuji.
Enjoy a scenic drive to Hakone, a charming hot spring resort town.
Visit Owakudani, a volcanic valley with active sulphur vents.
Experience a Pirate Cruise on Lake Ashi surrounded by mountains.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Return to Tokyo in the evening.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Tokyo to Hiroshima
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and hand over your large suitcase at the reception for next-day delivery to Osaka. Carry overnight luggage with you.
Transfer to Tokyo or Shinagawa Station to board the bullet train to Hiroshima by reserved economy class seating. Arrive in Hiroshima and check into your hotel.
Later, visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a green space dedicated to peace and remembrance.
See the Atomic Bomb Dome, the remains of the building preserved as a UNESCO site.
Explore the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to learn about the events of 1945. Later, enjoy free time in the evening for shopping.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Hiroshima - Miyajima - Osaka
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to Miyajimaguchi to take the ferry to Miyajima Island, known for its scenic beauty.
Visit Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its red torii gate appearing to float on the water.
Return to Hiroshima and drive to Osaka.
Upon arrival in Osaka, receive your transferred luggage and check into your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Kyoto Day Trip
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, depart for Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital.
Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for thousands of bright red torii gates leading up the hillside.
Explore Kinkaku-ji Temple, also called the Golden Pavilion, set beside a tranquil pond.
Walk through Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a peaceful pathway lined with tall bamboo stalks.
Later transfer for Japanese tea ceremony with kimono wearing.
Return to Osaka in the evening.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Nara & Osaka
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Nara, home to some of Japan’s most important cultural sites.
Visit Todaiji Temple, which houses the Great Buddha statue in a grand wooden hall.
Walk through Nara Deer Park, where friendly deer roam freely.
Lunch at a local restaurant. (On your own)
Return to Osaka and stop at Osaka Castle for a photo session.
Enjoy the evening shopping and exploring the Dotonbori or Umeda areas, known for bright lights and local food.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Departure from Osaka
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, c heck out and transfer to Kansai International Airport for your flight home.
Itinerary in Pictures
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