Japan

Day-by-Day Travel Plan

7-Day Japan Itinerary

7 days
4 cities — Tokyo → Kyoto → Osaka → Hiroshima
Best in Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov

A comprehensive week exploring Japan. Japan is East Asia's crown jewel — home to 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, where ancient Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines coexist seamlessly with bullet trains and futuristic skyscrapers. This itinerary takes you through the highlights — from iconic landmarks to local experiences.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Day 1 — Arrive in Tokyo

Tokyo

  • ▸ Senso-ji Temple
  • ▸ Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo, Japan’s vast and vibrant capital, blends ultramodern skyscrapers, neon-lit entertainment districts, and ancient temples into one extraordinary city

2

Day 2 — Explore Tokyo

Tokyo

  • ▸ Tokyo Tower
  • ▸ Shibuya Crossing
3

Day 3 — Arrive in Kyoto

Kyoto

  • ▸ Fushimi Inari Shrine
  • ▸ Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Kyoto, Japan’s ancient imperial capital for over 1,000 years, is home to more than 1,600 Buddhist temples, 400 Shinto shrines, and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

4

Day 4 — Explore Kyoto

Kyoto

  • ▸ Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  • ▸ Kiyomizu-dera Temple
5

Day 5 — Arrive in Osaka

Osaka

  • ▸ Osaka Castle
  • ▸ Dotonbori

Osaka, Japan’s culinary capital and third-largest city, is celebrated for its warm locals, world-class street food, and non-stop entertainment

6

Day 6 — Explore Osaka

Osaka

  • ▸ Kuromon Ichiba Market
  • ▸ Namba & Shinsaibashi
7

Day 7 — Arrive in Hiroshima

Hiroshima

  • ▸ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
  • ▸ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Hiroshima, rebuilt from the ashes of the world’s first atomic bomb attack in August 1945, stands today as a powerful symbol of peace and resilience