Which cities to visit in Japan in 2 weeks?

Japan Itinerary – The Ultimate 2 Weeks In Japan
  • TOKYO (day 0 – 3, 3 nights)
  • FUJI FIVE LAKES or HAKONE (day 3 – 4, 1 night)
  • MATSUMOTO (day 4 – 5, 1 night)
  • ALPINE ROUTE (day 5, day trip)
  • KANAZAWA (day 5 – 7, 2 nights)
  • SHIRAKAWA-GO (day 7, day trip)
  • TAKAYAMA (day 7 – 9, 2 nights)
  • KYOTO (day 9 – 12, 3 nights)




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For your first visit in Japan, I recommend kicking things off in Tokyo (4 nights) before heading to Hakone (1 night), Yudanaka (1 night), Kanazawa (2 nights), Takayama (1 night), Kyoto (3 nights), Hiroshima (1 night), and Osaka (2 nights).

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For your first visit in Japan, I recommend kicking things off in Tokyo (4 nights) before heading to Hakone (1 night), Yudanaka (1 night), Kanazawa (2 nights), Takayama (1 night), Kyoto (3 nights), Hiroshima (1 night), and Osaka (2 nights).

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If you're not interested in Osaka and Hakone, six to eight days is enough for your Tokyo and Kyoto trip. With less time, it's still possible to see the highlights in as few as four or five days.

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Osaka is the third largest city in Japan (population 2.7 million) behind Tokyo and Yokohama. It has a rich history dating back some 1,500 years. Popular for its nightlife, food and shopping, Osaka should definitely be on your list when planning your Japan itinerary.

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Welcome to Fukuoka, the capital city of Fukuoka Prefecture located in the north of the Kyushu region of Japan. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, delicious street food, historical temples, and shrines, Fukuoka is a must-visit destination when exploring Japan.

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It's known for having some of the best food in Japan and it offers plenty to do for first-time visitors. If it's your first trip and you don't have a lot of time, then I'd say that 3 days in Osaka is ideal. It'll give you enough time to see the city's top attractions without feeling rushed.

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Hokkaido is perfect for people who prefer the cold and/or winter activities as the winter season lasts longer than the others. Nonetheless, for people who want to enjoy summer activities such as the Furano lavender flowers or outdoor summer adventures.

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Our Golden Route Japan itinerary loosely follows the Tokaido Road, the most traveled route during the Edo Period connecting Kyoto to Tokyo. Today, this route is referred to as the Golden Route and is popular among visitors as it features famous sites along the route including Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka.

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Whether you're looking for an expedition into the jungle, a place to laze on the beach before, during or after the rest of your Japan trip, or appreciation of unique vegetation and geological formations, Okinawa is worth a trip.

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With a medium stay of 4-5 days in Kyoto, you'll have the opportunity to delve deeper into the city's rich history and culture. This extended duration allows you to venture beyond the most famous attractions and explore some of Kyoto's lesser-known gems.

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If you are looking to fly nonstop to Japan on United or one of the more upscale Asian carriers like Japan Airlines will probably cost around $2,000 from the East Coast.

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