Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara - 10-Day Cultural Journey Itinerary

Begin your day with a serene visit to the Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu) followed by a traditional tea ceremony at Harajuku Gyoza Lou.

Explore the historical Asakusa area with the Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Temple) and the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street. Enjoy a late lunch at Ippudo for their famous ramen.

End the day with a visit to the Tokyo Skytree and have dinner at the nearby Tsukiji Itadori Uogashi Senryo.

Embark on a day trip to Mt. Fuji (Fuji-san) and Hakone. Enjoy the views of the iconic mountain and take a cruise on Lake Ashi (Ashi-no-ko). Have a traditional kaiseki lunch at Kikunoi Honten.

Visit the volcanic valley of Owakudani and relax in an onsen. Try the black eggs cooked in the hot springs.

Return to Tokyo and have a late dinner at Sukiyabashi Jiro for a world-renowned sushi experience.

Experience the Tokyo Sumo Show at the Ryogoku Kokugikan and enjoy a chicken hot pot for lunch at the venue.

Visit the Tokyo Imperial Palace and take a leisurely walk in the East Gardens. Have a traditional tea at Higashiya Ginza.

Enjoy a Tokyo Japanese Dance Cabaret at Asakusa Kaguwa Theater and have dinner at Ginza Kyubey for a high-end sushi experience.

Indulge in a Tokyo Maki Sushi Roll & Temari Sushi Making Class to learn the art of sushi making.

Explore the food mecca of Tsukiji Fish Market and have a fresh seafood lunch at one of the local eateries.

Join a Tokyo Pub Crawl to experience the nightlife and try a variety of izakaya dishes and drinks.

Take the shinkansen to Kyoto. Start your day with a visit to the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and have a traditional Kyoto breakfast at Izuju.

Explore the Gion District and visit the Yasaka Shrine. Enjoy a kaiseki lunch at Kikunoi.

Witness a traditional Maiko Dance Performance in the Gion district and have dinner at Izuu for their famous funazushi.

Visit the serene Tenryu-ji Temple in Arashiyama and take a stroll through the famous bamboo grove. Have a traditional tofu kaiseki lunch at Toyouke Chaya.

Explore the Fushimi Inari Taisha and hike through the thousands of torii gates. Enjoy the views of Kyoto from the top.

Have a kaiseki dinner at Giro Giro Hitoshina known for its innovative and affordable menu.

Travel to Osaka and start your day with a visit to the Osaka Castle. Have a takoyaki breakfast at one of the street stalls.

Explore the Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi shopping street. Try the local street food and have a kushikatsu lunch at Daruma.

Dine at a traditional okonomiyaki restaurant like Mizuno or Chibo for a savory pancake experience.

Take a day trip to Nara and visit the Todai-ji Temple with the Great Buddha. Explore the Nara Park and feed the friendly deer. Have a traditional shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian) lunch at Arashiyama Yoshimura.

Visit the Kasuga Taisha Shrine and the Nara National Museum. Enjoy a matcha tea and wagashi (Japanese sweets) at Nara Hotel.

Return to Osaka and have a farewell dinner at Kitashinchi Kamigata.

Explore the food stalls of Kuromon Ichiba Market and have a kaiseki breakfast at Koryu.

Visit the Abeno Harukas for a panoramic view of the city. Enjoy a last okonomiyaki lunch at Fukutaro.

Depending on your departure time, you can have a final meal at Ichibazushi for their famous pressed sushi before heading to the airport.