Ultimate 8-Day Japan Adventure: Tokyo, Hakone, Nikko, and Kyoto Itinerary

Witness the ancient tradition of sumo wrestling with a Kokugikan Sumo Stadium & Museum tour. After the sumo practice, enjoy a hearty chanko-nabe lunch, a sumo wrestler's staple, at Chanko Tomoegata.

Visit the futuristic Tokyo Skytree and enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Have a matcha and wagashi break at the Skytree's observation deck.

Join a Tokyo Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour to experience the vibrant nightlife of Shinjuku. Try a variety of local dishes and drinks.

Embark on a From Tokyo Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train. Enjoy the views of Mt. Fuji, take a cruise on Lake Ashi, and visit the Owakudani geothermal valley.

Have a traditional kaiseki lunch at a ryokan in Hakone.

Relax in an onsen and enjoy a kaiseki dinner at your ryokan.

Travel to Nikko and visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Waterfall. Explore the rich history and natural beauty of the area.

Enjoy a traditional Buddhist vegetarian lunch (shojin ryori) at a local restaurant.

Relax at a traditional ryokan in Nikko and have a kaiseki dinner.

Explore the trendy neighborhood of Harajuku and visit the Meiji Shrine. Have a crepe breakfast from one of the famous Harajuku crepe stands.

Immerse yourself in the world of Studio Ghibli at the Ghibli Museum. Enjoy a late lunch at the museum's cafe.

Take a stroll in the traditional district of Asakusa and have a classic tempura dinner at Daikokuya.

Travel to Kyoto and start your day with a visit to the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion). Enjoy a traditional Kyoto breakfast.

Explore the historic Gion district and have a kaiseki lunch at Gion Karyo.

Experience a Maiko (apprentice geisha) performance and enjoy a kaiseki dinner in the company of these traditional entertainers.

Visit the serene Tenryu-ji Temple and take a walk through the famous bamboo grove in Arashiyama. Enjoy a traditional tofu kaiseki lunch at Tozan.

Explore the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha and hike up the mountain for panoramic views of Kyoto. Have a matcha and wagashi break at the summit.

Dine at a traditional Kyoto restaurant and savor the local kaiseki cuisine.

Spend your last morning in Japan exploring the vibrant neighborhood of Shibuya and crossing the famous Shibuya Crossing. Have a breakfast of taiyaki, a fish-shaped pastry filled with red bean paste.

Visit the historic Tokyo Tower and enjoy the views of the city. Have a late sushi lunch at Sushi Saito.

Conclude your Japan adventure with a private tea ceremony experience and a farewell dinner at a traditional ryotei.