Golden Route

Coming for the first time in Japan can be quite challenging and overwhelming. Japan has so many sights to offer and it is complicated to organize a trip without fully knowing what is most important to see. At Yunige, we are dedicated to show you the best of Japan to make your first trip memorable!

Our itinerary

Tokyo - Day 1
Arrival and Asakusa Riverside
Tokyo
Picture of the iconic red lantern and main hall of Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo

Welcome in Japan ! After being picked up at the airport, you will be brought to the hotel where you can settle for a bit and then enjoy a relaxing walk near Asakusa Riverside. 

● Pick-up from airport

● Asakusa Riverside

Tokyo - Day 2
Traditional Tokyo
Tokyo
Picture of the iconic red lantern and main hall of Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo

The trip begins ! Start the day wandering around Tsujiki Outer Market and then head to the Imperial Palace for a relaxing stroll. After lunch, time to visit the vibrant Asakusa district including the Senso-ji and Nakamise. To finish the day, enjoy the sunset at the Tokyo Skytree. 

● Tsujiki Outer Market

● Imperial Palace

● Asakusa (Senso-ji & Nakamise)

● Tokyo SkyTree

Tokyo -Day 3
Eclectic Tokyo
Tokyo
plants hanging upside down and a floor of mirrors in team lab planets museum

Head now toward the famous TeamLab Borderless museum for an unforgettable experience. After a delicious lunch, visit the Meiji Jingu and then head to Harajuku and Omotesando.

● TeamLab Borderless (Azabudai Hills)

● Shibuya Crossing 

● Meiji Jingu 

● Harajuku & Omotesando 

Hakone - Day 4
Hakone & Mount Fuji
Hakone
View from Hakone of the Majestical Mount Fuji in the back and a pirate sightseeing Cruise

Time to discover Japan's most sacred symbol, Mount Fuji ! Starting with the view from Mr. Fuji 5th station, enjoy your lunch and then take the Hakone Ropeway and embark on a cruise on Lake Ashi. To end the day, relax in an Onsen and discover the Ryokan, a traditional Japanese Inn, you will be spending the night in. 

● Mt. Fuji 5th Station 

● Hakone Ropeway

● Lake Ashi Cruise

● Onsen & Traditional Japanese Inn

Kyoto - Day 5
Transfer to Kyoto
Kyoto
Picture of autumn leaves around river running through the famous city of Arashiyama in Japan

From Hakone, embark on the fastest train of Japan to reach Kyoto. Take the afternoon to enjoy the Bamboo Grove. 

● Transfer to Kyoto by Shinkansen

● Nijo Castle

● Arashiyama Bamboo Grove 

Kyoto - Day 6
Kyoto
Kyoto
picture of the iconic dark wood and golden pavilion in Kyoto , surrounded by beautiful green trees

Discover Kyoto's wonder starting with the Golden Pavillon. Head then to the mystical Koyomizu-dera, and after a delicious lunch, time to experience  a real tea ceremony. End the day at Fushimi-inari and try to climb the stairs all the way to the top. 

● Kinkaku-ji

● Kiyomizu-dera

● Tea Ceremony Experience

● Fushimi-Inari 

Nara - Day 7
Nara Deer Park​
Nara
Picture of the famous Todai-ji in Nara with Sakura Tree blooming on the right.

Make some new friend by going to visit the Nara Deer park. Start the day off at Todai-ji and discover the enormous Buddha statue. Then enjoy a strol alongside the deers in the park and spend the afternoon visiting Kasuga Taisha, Ukimido Pavilion and Kofuku-ji.

● Todai-ji (Great Buddha)

● Nara Park

● Kasuga Taisha

● Ukimido Pavilion

● Kôfuku-ji

Hiroshima - Day 8
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome and the river right next to it

Time to head to Hiroshima. Start the day by witnessing the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. After this, head to the Peace Memorial Museum. 

● Transfer to Hiroshima by Shinkansen 

● Peace Park & Atomic Bomb Dome 

● Peace Memorial Museum 

Hiroshima - Day 9
Miyajima
Hiroshima
iconic red torii gate with feet submerged in water during sun down at Miyajima near Hiroshima in Japan

Enter the magical world of Miyajima, one of the most beautiful place on earth. Start with taking a ferry to the island and then visit the Itsukushima Shrine. Spend the day wandering around on this beautiful island.  

● Ferry to Miyajima

● Itsukushima Shrine 

Osaka - Day 10
Osaka
Osaka
Famous white gold and blue Osaka Castle behind its walls covered in autumn colours and a cloudy sky

Enjoy Osaka's freshness on this last day. Visit the castle and it's beautiful garden and then head to the Yasaka Jinja and the Namba area. Finish the trip with a shopping session around shinsaibashi & Dotonbori. 

● Osaka Castle

● Namba Yasaka Jinja

● Shinsaibashi & Dotombori

This itinerary can be adapted based on your request. We can provide quotation for both groups and private travel, with or without a guide. 

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