21 day itinerary
Japan
Personalized with:With 2 teen girls
Itinerary
Japan is such a fantastic destination, especially for families with teens. You’ll find a mix of culture, technology, nature, and, of course, delicious food! Here’s a fun and engaging 21-day itinerary that balances sightseeing, shopping, and some unique experiences that your teen girls will love.
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo
- Morning: Arrive at . Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Explore the vibrant district of . Don’t miss the famous !
- Evening: Dinner at a themed restaurant (like or a ninja-themed place) for a fun introduction to Japanese culture.
Day 2: Tokyo - Harajuku &
- Morning: Visit , a peaceful oasis in the city.
- Afternoon: Stroll through for quirky shops and crepes.
- Evening: Head to for the view from the and dinner in .
Day 3: Tokyo - &
- Morning: Explore , the mecca for anime and gaming. Visit a maid café for a unique experience.
- Afternoon: Head to to see and shop for traditional snacks.
- Evening: Take a river cruise on the for beautiful views of the city.
Day 4: Tokyo - Day Trip to
- All Day: Take a day trip to (about 2 hours from Tokyo). Visit the stunning and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Day 5: Tokyo - Disney Resort
- All Day: Spend the day at or . Both parks are fantastic, but is unique to Japan!
Day 6: Tokyo to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1.5 hours). Check into a ryokan (traditional inn).
- Afternoon: Visit the and take a dip in an onsen (hot spring).
- Evening: Enjoy a kaiseki dinner at your ryokan.
Day 7: to Kyoto
- Morning: Take the scenic Ropeway for views of Mt. Fuji, then head to Kyoto (about 2.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit and stroll through its beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Dinner in the , where you might spot a geisha!
Day 8: Kyoto - Arashiyama
- Morning: Explore the and visit the .
- Afternoon: Take a boat ride on the .
- Evening: Try yudofu (tofu hot pot) for dinner.
Day 9: Kyoto - Fushimi Inari &
- Morning: Visit and hike up the famous torii gate path.
- Afternoon: Explore and its beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony.
Day 10: Kyoto to
- Morning: Travel to (about 30 minutes). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and its surrounding park.
- Evening: Explore for street food (try takoyaki and okonomiyaki!).
Day 11: -
- All Day: Spend the day at . The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a must-see!
Day 12: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1.5 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit the and Museum.
- Evening: Try -style okonomiyaki for dinner.
Day 13: -
- All Day: Take a ferry to . Visit the iconic and hike up for stunning views.
Day 14: to &
- Morning: Travel to (about 45 minutes). Visit and .
- Afternoon: Head to to explore the historic .
- Evening: Return to for the night.
Day 15: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 1 hour). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and the .
- Evening: Explore for delicious ramen.
Day 16: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 2 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit the and .
- Evening: Enjoy a night view from .
Day 17: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 2 hours). Visit .
- Afternoon: Explore .
- Evening: Try ’s famous horse sashimi for dinner.
Day 18: to
- Morning: Travel to (about 3 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit , one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Try for dinner.
Day 19: to
- All Day: Take a ferry to , the art island. Visit the and the .
- Evening: Return to for the night.
Day 20: to
- Morning: Travel back to (about 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Last-minute shopping in or .
- Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a teppanyaki restaurant.
Day 21: Departure from
- Morning: Depending on your flight time, you might have a chance for a final stroll or some last-minute shopping.
- Afternoon: Head to for your departure.
This itinerary is packed with a variety of experiences that should keep your teen girls entertained and engaged. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto and the art-filled island of , there’s something for everyone! Enjoy your trip to Japan! 🌸✈️