20 day itinerary
Japan
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Itinerary
Japan is a fantastic destination for families, with a perfect blend of culture, nature, and fun activities. Here’s a 20-day itinerary that balances top attractions, parks, and green spaces, ensuring everyone in the family has a great time!
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Morning: Arrive at Narita or Haneda Airport. Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Explore . Visit the and the .
- Evening: Dinner in for some street food.
Day 2: Tokyo - &
- Morning: Visit and take a photo with the .
- Afternoon: Head to for a picnic and some beautiful scenery.
- Evening: Explore for dinner, a narrow alley filled with small eateries.
Day 3: Tokyo - Asakusa &
- Morning: Visit in Asakusa. Don’t forget to try some traditional snacks at .
- Afternoon: Head to . Visit (a digital art museum) and enjoy the seaside park.
- Evening: Dinner at one of the many restaurants in with a view of the Rainbow Bridge.
Day 4: Tokyo - Disneyland or DisneySea
- All Day: Spend the day at or . Both parks are incredibly family-friendly and offer a magical experience.
Day 5: Tokyo - Day Trip to
- Morning: Take a train to (about 2 hours). Visit .
- Afternoon: Explore and see the beautiful waterfalls.
- Evening: Return to Tokyo for dinner.
Day 6: Tokyo to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1.5 hours). Check into a ryokan (traditional inn).
- Afternoon: Visit the and enjoy the hot springs.
- Evening: Relax and enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner at your ryokan.
Day 7: to Kyoto
- Morning: Take the Ropeway for stunning views of Mount Fuji, then head to Kyoto (about 2.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit .
- Evening: Stroll through the and look for geishas.
Day 8: Kyoto - Arashiyama
- Morning: Explore the and visit the .
- Afternoon: Relax by the and enjoy a boat ride.
- Evening: Dinner in Arashiyama, perhaps trying some yudofu (tofu hot pot).
Day 9: Kyoto - Fushimi Inari &
- Morning: Visit and hike up the mountain through the iconic torii gates.
- Afternoon: Explore and its beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Enjoy a family-friendly dinner at a local izakaya.
Day 10: Kyoto to Nara
- Morning: Take a short train ride to Nara (about 1 hour). Visit and see the Great Buddha.
- Afternoon: Spend time in feeding the friendly deer.
- Evening: Return to Kyoto for dinner.
Day 11: Kyoto to
- Morning: Travel to (about 30 minutes). Visit and its surrounding park.
- Afternoon: Explore for a fun-filled day.
- Evening: Dinner in , trying local street food like takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
Day 12: - Day Trip to
- Morning: Take a train to (about 1 hour). Visit , a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Afternoon: Explore the nearby.
- Evening: Return to for dinner.
Day 13: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 2 hours). Visit the and Museum.
- Afternoon: Take a ferry to to see the famous .
- Evening: Try -style okonomiyaki for dinner.
Day 14: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1 hour). Visit , one of Japan's top three gardens.
- Afternoon: Explore .
- Evening: Dinner in , perhaps trying local specialties.
Day 15: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1 hour). Visit , a stunning landscape garden.
- Afternoon: Explore the open-air museum.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local udon shop.
Day 16: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 3 hours). Visit , one of Japan's most beautiful gardens.
- Afternoon: Explore and the .
- Evening: Dinner in the historic .
Day 17: to
- Morning: Take a bus to (about 1.5 hours). Explore the traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses.
- Afternoon: Enjoy the beautiful rural scenery and take a short hike.
- Evening: Return to for dinner.
Day 18: to Tokyo
- Morning: Travel back to Tokyo (about 2.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit and the nearby .
- Evening: Explore for some quirky shopping and dinner.
Day 19: Tokyo - Day Trip to
- Morning: Take a train to (about 30 minutes). Visit and try some dim sum.
- Afternoon: Explore amusement park and the .
- Evening: Return to Tokyo for a farewell dinner.
Day 20: Departure
- Morning: Last-minute shopping in or .
- Afternoon: Head to the airport for your departure.
Tips:
- Transportation: Get a Japan Rail Pass for convenient travel between cities.
- Food: Don’t hesitate to try local specialties in each region!
- Parks: Japan has many beautiful parks, so take time to relax and enjoy nature.
This itinerary offers a mix of cultural experiences, fun activities, and beautiful green spaces, making it perfect for a family adventure in Japan. Enjoy your trip! 🌸✈️