Historical and Cultural Journey Through Japan: Tokyo, Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka Itinerary

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at Afuri before heading to the Kokugikan Sumo Stadium & Museum to witness the ancient sport of sumo.

After the sumo matches, take a relaxing boat ride on the Sumida River to Asakusa. Explore the historic Senso-ji Temple and the traditional Nakamise Shopping Street.

For dinner, savor the flavors of a chicken hot pot at the sumo-themed restaurant and enjoy a traditional Japanese dance cabaret at Asakusa-Kaguwa Theater.

Arrive in Sapporo and start your day with a hot bowl of miso ramen at Ippudo. Then, visit the Sapporo Snow Festival (if during the festival period) or explore the city's snow-covered parks and ice sculptures.

Warm up with a visit to the Sapporo Beer Museum and enjoy a beer tasting. Afterward, take a leisurely walk through the historic Susukino district.

Indulge in a seafood feast at Uoriki Kaisen Sushi Shinjuku Kabukicho Honten and experience the vibrant nightlife of Sapporo.

Travel to Nagoya and have a traditional breakfast at Yakitori Torishiki. Visit the Nagoya Castle and explore the samurai heritage of the region.

Enjoy a lunch of hitsumabushi (grilled eel on rice) at Ichiraku Ikebukuro East Exit Store. Afterward, visit the Atsuta Shrine and the nearby Tokugawa Art Museum.

For dinner, try the famous miso katsu at Yakitori Torishiki and take a stroll around the illuminated Osu Shopping District.

Arrive in Osaka and have a breakfast of savory okonomiyaki at Afuri. Visit the iconic Osaka Castle and take a boat tour on the Dotonbori River.

Enjoy a kaiseki lunch at Kyubei Ginza Main Shop and explore the historic Geisha District of Gion in the afternoon.

Dive into the vibrant food scene of Osaka with a kushikatsu dinner at Tsuta followed by a visit to the lively Dotonbori area.

Return to Tokyo and start your day with a visit to the Meiji Shrine in the peaceful surroundings of Yoyogi Park. Have a traditional Japanese breakfast at Ichiraku Ikebukuro East Exit Store.

Explore the trendy neighborhood of Harajuku and take a maki sushi roll & temari sushi making class at Tokyo Maki Sushi Roll & Temari Sushi Making Class. Enjoy your handmade creations for lunch.

Shop for unique souvenirs in Shimokitazawa and have a farewell dinner at the legendary Sukiyabashi Jiro.

On your last day, take a private city highlights tour with a local guide to revisit your favorite spots or explore new hidden gems. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Ichiraku Ikebukuro East Exit Store.

For your final meal in Japan, indulge in a multi-course kaiseki experience at the innovative Narisawa. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping or visiting a museum.

Watch the sunset from the observation deck of the Tokyo Tower and savor a drink at the iconic New York Bar in the Park Hyatt Tokyo, immortalized in the film "Lost in Translation." Reflect on your journey through Japan and bid the country a fond sayonara.