Day 1 – 29th March: Arrival in Osaka
Arrive in Osaka and check into your hotel.
Day 2 – 30th March: Osaka Exploration
Spend the morning exploring the lively Dotonbori area, Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade, and Kuromon Ichiba Market. Then explore Osaka Castle and visit Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, the Umeda Sky Building, and optionally explore the Tennoji area.
Day 3 – 31st March: Universal Studios Japan
Spend the full day at Universal Studios Japan. Arrive early to enjoy major attractions like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Minion Park, and Jurassic Park. Return to the hotel in the evening for rest.
Day 4 – 1st April: Travel to Hiroshima + Peace Memorial Visit
Check out and take the Shinkansen to Hiroshima (approx. 2 hrs). In the afternoon, visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, and Peace Memorial Museum. If time allows, visit Shukkeien Garden or Hiroshima Castle.
Day 5 – 2nd April: Miyajima Island + Travel to Kyoto
Take the morning ferry to Miyajima Island to visit Itsukushima Shrine and explore Mount Misen via ropeway. Return by noon and travel to Kyoto (approx. 2hrs). Check into your hotel in Kyoto for a 3-night stay.
Day 6 – 3rd April: Kyoto Sightseeing
Begin your Kyoto sightseeing with Kiyomizu-dera Temple, walk through the historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, and explore Maruyama Park. In the evening, stroll through the Gion district and watch for Geisha.
Day 7 – 4th April: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Tea Ceremony
Spend the morning in Arashiyama visiting the Bamboo Grove, Tenryu-ji Temple, and Togetsukyo Bridge. In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony experience—consider wearing a kimono for this cultural moment.
Day 8 – 5th April: Golden Pavilion & Travel to Nagoya
Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) in the morning, followed by a visit to Ryoan-ji or Ninna-ji Temple. In the afternoon, take the train to Nagoya.
Day 9 – 6th April: Day Trip to Shirakawa-go
Take a day trip to Shirakawa-go (approx. 1.5hrs each way) to explore the UNESCO-listed village with its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. Return to Kanazawa in the evening.
Day 10 – 7th April: Travel to Tokyo
In the morning, travel to Tokyo by train (approx. 2.5–3 hrs). Check into your Tokyo hotel for a 4-night stay.
Day 11 – 8th April: Tokyo Highlights (West Side)
Explore Meiji Shrine, then head to Harajuku and Omotesando for fashion and culture. Spend the afternoon in Shibuya—see the famous crossing, Hachiko statue, and enjoy panoramic views from Shibuya Sky or Tokyo Tower.
Day 12 – 9th April: Day Trip to Hakone
Take a day trip to Hakone using the Romancecar or Shinkansen. Ride the Hakone Ropeway over Owakudani, take a cruise on Lake Ashi, and visit the Hakone Open Air Museum. Return to Tokyo in the evening
Day 13 – 10th April: Tokyo Highlights (East Side)
Start your day in Asakusa with a visit to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori shopping street. Head to Ueno Park for cherry blossom viewing, and spend the afternoon in Akihabara for electronics and anime culture.
Day 14 – 11th April: Departure from Tokyo
Depending on your flight time, enjoy some final shopping or relax at a local café. Transfer to Haneda or Narita Airport for your departure.
