This 14-day mid-winter journey through Japan offers a rich blend of modern city life, ancient culture, scenic day trips, and seasonal atmosphere. The trip begins with four days in Tokyo, exploring the city’s exciting contrasts: the energy of Shibuya and Harajuku, the traditional streets and temples of Asakusa, panoramic views from Tokyo Skytree, and the calm surroundings of the Imperial Palace. From Tokyo, the itinerary continues to Kyoto for four days of temples, shrines, gardens, Arashiyama, and a traditional tea ceremony, followed by a day trip to Osaka to experience its castle, retro charm in Shinsekai, and lively food culture. The journey then moves west to Hiroshima, travelling via Himeji Castle and Korakuen Garden in Okayama. In Hiroshima we will visit Peace Memorial Park and the sacred island of Miyajima. The trip concludes with a return to Tokyo for a final full day to relax on your own or join a day trip to coastal Kamakura. In December, Japan’s crisp winter air, seasonal illuminations, hot meals, and quieter temple settings add a memorable atmosphere to this well-balanced cultural adventure.
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Day 1
Welcome to Tokyo!

Shinagawa City, Tokyo, Japan
Day 2
Shibuya & Harajuku

1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan

Harajuku, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

21 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan
Day 3
Asakusa & Tokyo Skytree

1-chōme-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Day 4
Imperial Palace & Ginza

1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8111, Japan

Nihonbashi, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0027, Japan

1 Chome Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
4 nights
Day 5
Welcome to Kyoto!

1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan
3 nights
Day 9
Travel to Hiroshima via Himeji and Korakuen, Okayama

68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0012, Japan
2 nights
Day 12
Travel to Tokyo

Shinagawa City, Tokyo, Japan
Day 13
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Japan, 〒150-6145 Tokyo, Shibuya, 2-chōme−24−12 スクランブルスクエア 14階・45階 46階・屋上

1-chōme-36-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

1-chōme-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0015, Japan

Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

Japan, 〒106-0041 Tokyo, Minato City, Toranomon, 5-chōme−9−9 Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza B, B1

Day 6
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Gion

Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan

1-5 Sagatenryūji Susukinobabachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384, Japan

625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan

Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Japan
Day 7
Temples & Shrines

1-chōme-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Day 8
Day trip to Osaka

1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

2 Chome-5 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan

Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

2-chōme-7-7 Ishizekichō, Kita Ward, Okayama, 700-0813, Japan

Hiroshima, Japan
Day 10
Hiroshima Peace Park & Miyajima Island

1-2 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan

1 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan

Itsukushima, Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan

210 Miyajimachō, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan
Day 11
Free time / Optional day tours

1 Chome-2 Iwakuni, Yamaguchi 741-0062, Japan

2-chōme-6-51 Yokoyama, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi 741-0081, Japan
Tsukiji Fish Market / Kamakura

Japan, 〒104-0045 Tokyo, Chuo City, Tsukiji, 4-chōme−16 および6丁目一部

4-chōme-10-6 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan

4-chōme-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan
Day 14
Departure day

1-1 Furugome, Narita, Chiba 282-0004, Japan