Ultimate 11-Day Japan Adventure: Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Takayama Itinerary

Dive into the world of anime and technology in Akihabara. Visit the Akihabara district and explore the electronic shops and themed cafes. Have a unique breakfast at Ichiraku Ikebukuro East Exit Store.

Afterward, take a trip to the Ghibli Museum to immerse yourself in the magic of Studio Ghibli. For lunch, enjoy a bowl of ramen at Ichiran Ramen.

Spend the evening shopping and dining in the vibrant streets of Shinjuku. Visit Golden Gai for a taste of Tokyo's nightlife and have dinner at Tsunahachi Shinjuku Branch.

Witness the ancient sport of sumo at the Kokugikan Sumo Stadium & Museum. After the matches, enjoy a traditional sumo wrestler hot pot for lunch at Yakitori Torishiki.

Head to the impressive Tokyo Skytree for a bird's eye view of the city. Explore the surrounding shopping complex before having a matcha dessert at Narisawa.

For dinner, experience a different view of Tokyo from a boat on the Sumida River with a yakatabune dinner cruise, enjoying a multi-course meal and the city lights.

Travel to the serene town of Hakone and start your day with a relaxing soak in the famous hot springs. Enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast at your ryokan.

Explore the unique art installations at the Hakone Open-Air Museum and take a cruise on Lake Ashi. For lunch, indulge in a kaiseki meal at your ryokan.

Unwind with a private onsen bath at your ryokan and savor a multi-course dinner featuring local ingredients.

Before departing Hakone, take a ride on the Hakone Ropeway for stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including a glimpse of Mt. Fuji. Have a leisurely breakfast at your ryokan.

Travel to Kyoto on the shinkansen. Upon arrival, visit the historic Kiyomizu-dera Temple and explore the charming streets of Higashiyama. Enjoy a Kyoto-style kaiseki lunch.

Check into your ryokan in the Gion district and experience a traditional tea ceremony. For dinner, savor the flavors of Kyoto with a vegetarian shojin ryori meal.

Begin your day with a visit to the iconic Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) and the serene Ryoan-ji Temple. Enjoy a matcha and wagashi tasting.

Explore the traditional district of Arashiyama, including the Tenryu-ji Temple and the famous bamboo grove. For lunch, try yudofu (tofu hot pot) at a local restaurant.

Visit the historic Gion district and, if you're lucky, spot a geisha. Have a kaiseki dinner at a traditional ryotei.

Spend the morning at the Nijo Castle and the Nishiki Market. Sample a variety of Kyoto's local delicacies for breakfast.

Visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha and hike through the thousands of torii gates. For lunch, enjoy inari sushi at a nearby restaurant.

Take a Maiko (apprentice geisha) dinner experience in the Gion district, where you can interact with the Maiko and learn about their training.

Travel from Kyoto to Takayama, a charming town in the Japanese Alps. Upon arrival, explore the well-preserved streets of the Sanjin Gosho Palace and enjoy a traditional Hida beef lunch.

Visit the Takayama Jinya and the Miyagawa Morning Market for local crafts and produce. Try some mitarashi dango for a sweet treat.

Check into your ryokan in Takayama and relax in the onsen. Enjoy a multi-course kaiseki dinner featuring Hida beef.

Spend the morning exploring the Hida no Sato (Hida Folk Village) and the Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall. Try some sake at a local brewery.

Take a walk in the Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine and visit the Kusakabe Mingei-kan for a glimpse of traditional Japanese crafts. Have a traditional Hida lunch.

Join a traditional sarubobo (a local amulet) making workshop and learn about the history of this unique craft. Enjoy a dinner of robata-yaki (grilled skewers) at a local izakaya.

Before leaving Takayama, take a morning stroll along the Miyagawa River and visit the Higashiyama Walking Course for a last glimpse of the town's traditional architecture. Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your ryokan.

Travel back to Tokyo and spend the afternoon at leisure, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping or visiting a museum you missed. Have a farewell dinner at Sukiyabashi Jiro.

Reflect on your journey through Japan and prepare for your departure the next day. Consider a visit to a local izakaya for some casual drinks and snacks.

Depending on your flight time, take a final walk around your favorite neighborhood in Tokyo and pick up any last-minute souvenirs. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at a local cafe.

Head to the airport and bid farewell to the Land of the Rising Sun.