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Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka Trip

Tokyo, Japan

Duration

7 days

Budget

$3,000

Travelers

2

Trip type

Couple

Interests

FoodCultureAnimeTemplesSightseeing

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京急EXイン
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京急EXイン

Keikyu ex inn akihabara, 1, Taito, Akihabara 110-0006, Japan

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UNDER RAILWAY HOTEL AKIHABARA
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UNDER RAILWAY HOTEL AKIHABARA

UNDER RAILWAY HOTEL AKIHABARA, Chiyoda, Kanda-Neribeichō 101-0022, Japan

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ドーミーイン秋葉原
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ドーミーイン秋葉原

Dormy Inn Akihabara, 5, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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アパホテル
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アパホテル

APA Hotel, 2, Taito, Taito, Taito 1-chome 110-8605, Japan

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旅館東館
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旅館東館

旅館東館, 12 Akiba Tashiro Street, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akihabara
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Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akihabara

Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akihabara, 6, Ueno, Taito, Ueno 5 110-0005, Japan

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スーパーホテル
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スーパーホテル

Super Hotel, Ueno, Taito, Ueno 3 110-0005, Japan

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GLANSIT
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GLANSIT

GLANSIT, Akiba Tashiro Street, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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フルーフ デゥ セゾン
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フルーフ デゥ セゾン

フルーフ デゥ セゾン, 2, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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Things to see

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蒸気機関車用「汽笛」
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蒸気機関車用「汽笛」

蒸気機関車用「汽笛」, 16, Ueno, Taito, Ueno 5 110-0005, Japan

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悠々快泳
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悠々快泳

悠々快泳, Chūō Street, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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Akihabara (Manga, Anime, Electronics, Freaks, etc.)
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Akihabara (Manga, Anime, Electronics, Freaks, etc.)

Akihabara (Manga, Anime, Electronics, Freaks, etc.), Chūō Street, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 4 101-0021, Japan

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神田市場跡
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神田市場跡

Remains of Kanda Marketplace, 秋葉原駅西側交通広場, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 1 101-0021, Japan

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さざれ石
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さざれ石

さざれ石, Chuo-dori Avenue, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 6 101-0021, Japan

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市村座跡
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市村座跡

市村座跡, Showa-dori Avenue, Taito, Taito, Taito 1-chome 110-8605, Japan

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校歌の碑
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校歌の碑

校歌の碑, Kuramaebashi-dori, Taito, Taito, Taito 1-chome 110-0016, Japan

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つばさを持つ種子
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つばさを持つ種子

つばさを持つ種子, 秋葉原ジャンク通り, Soto-Kanda, Chiyoda, Soto-Kanda 3 101-0021, Japan

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Exploring Tokyo's Anime and Pop Culture

Activity 1

Visit Akihabara District

10:00 – 13:00

Explore the famous Akihabara district, known for its numerous anime shops, electronic stores, and themed cafés, offering a true otaku experience.

Activity 2

Lunch at Gundam Café

13:00 – 14:00

Enjoy a themed lunch at Gundam Café, featuring menu items inspired by the Gundam anime series.

Activity 3

Visit teamLab Borderless Museum

15:00 – 18:00

Experience interactive digital art exhibits blending technology and creativity at teamLab Borderless, an immersive museum in Odaiba.

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Day 2

Tokyo Traditional Culture and Sightseeing

Activity 1

Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa

09:00 – 11:00

Explore Tokyo’s oldest temple, Senso-ji, and stroll through Nakamise Street shopping for traditional snacks and souvenirs.

Activity 2

Lunch at Asakusa Imahan

11:30 – 13:00

Enjoy traditional sukiyaki at Asakusa Imahan, a restaurant famed for high-quality Wagyu beef.

Activity 3

Visit Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park

14:00 – 16:30

Discover the serene Meiji Shrine set in a lush forested area and take a relaxing walk in the adjacent Yoyogi Park.

Activity 4

Dinner in Harajuku

17:00 – 19:00

Try crepes and street food in the vibrant Takeshita Street area, famous for youthful culture and trendy shops.

3

Day 3

Travel to Kyoto and Discover Temples

Activity 1

Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen

08:00 – 10:30

Take the high-speed bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto (about 2.5 hours).

Activity 2

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

11:30 – 13:00

Explore the iconic torii gate pathways at Fushimi Inari Taisha, one of Kyoto’s most famous shrines.

Activity 3

Lunch at Nishiki Market

13:30 – 15:00

Savor local Kyoto delicacies and street food at Nishiki Market, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen'.

Activity 4

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

15:30 – 17:30

Take in panoramic views of Kyoto from the wooden stage of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Activity 5

Dinner at Gion District

18:30 – 20:30

Enjoy Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine in a traditional setting within the historic Gion district.

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Day 4

Experience Kyoto's Culture and Traditional Arts

Activity 1

Visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

09:00 – 11:00

Stroll through the iconic bamboo forest and visit nearby Tenryu-ji Temple in Arashiyama.

Activity 2

Visit Monkey Park Iwatayama

11:30 – 13:00

Hike up to Monkey Park Iwatayama for views over Kyoto and to see wild macaque monkeys up close.

Activity 3

Lunch at Shoraian

13:00 – 14:30

Enjoy tofu-based cuisine with scenic views of the Katsura River at Shoraian in Arashiyama.

Activity 4

Visit Nishijin Textile Center

15:30 – 17:00

Learn about traditional Kyoto weaving and watch kimono fashion shows at the Nishijin Textile Center.

Activity 5

Evening walk in Pontocho Alley

18:00 – 20:00

Experience the atmospheric narrow alley famous for traditional restaurants, bars, and possible geisha sightings.

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Day 5

Travel to Osaka and Culinary Exploration

Activity 1

Travel from Kyoto to Osaka by train

09:00 – 09:30

Short train ride from Kyoto to Osaka (approx. 30 minutes).

Activity 2

Visit Osaka Castle

10:00 – 12:00

Explore the historic Osaka Castle and its surrounding park, a symbol of Osaka's heritage.

Activity 3

Lunch at Dotonbori Street

12:30 – 14:00

Indulge in iconic Osaka street foods like takoyaki and okonomiyaki at Dotonbori’s vibrant food stalls.

Activity 4

Visit Umeda Sky Building

15:00 – 16:30

Enjoy panoramic city views from the Floating Garden Observatory atop the Umeda Sky Building.

Activity 5

Dinner at Kushikatsu Daruma

18:00 – 20:00

Try kushikatsu, Osaka’s deep-fried skewered delicacies, at the famous Kushikatsu Daruma restaurant.

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Day 6

Osaka and Day Trip to Nara

Activity 1

Morning visit to Nara Park

09:00 – 12:00

Visit Nara Park to feed friendly deer and see the giant Buddha statue at Todai-ji Temple.

Activity 2

Lunch at Maguro Koya

12:30 – 13:30

Dine on fresh tuna dishes at Maguro Koya near Nara Park.

Activity 3

Return to Osaka and visit Shitenno-ji Temple

15:00 – 16:30

Explore Shitenno-ji, one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, located in Osaka.

Activity 4

Evening shopping and street food at Shinsekai

17:30 – 19:30

Experience the retro charm of Shinsekai district and try local street food specialties.

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Day 7

Final Day: Tokyo Return and Last-minute Sightseeing

Activity 1

Travel from Osaka to Tokyo by Shinkansen

08:00 – 11:00

Return to Tokyo via bullet train (approx. 3 hours).

Activity 2

Visit Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue

12:00 – 13:30

Explore the bustling Shibuya area, witness the famous crossing, and visit the Hachiko statue.

Activity 3

Lunch at Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka

13:30 – 14:30

Enjoy a fun and affordable conveyor belt sushi experience at Uobei in Shibuya.

Activity 4

Visit Tokyo Tower

15:30 – 17:30

End your trip with panoramic views of Tokyo city at Tokyo Tower using its main observation deck.

Activity 5

Farewell dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

18:30 – 20:30

Enjoy a memorable Japanese izakaya dining experience at Gonpachi, known as the 'Kill Bill' restaurant.