Experience Japan's nightlife, local cuisine, and beautiful nature in this exciting 7-day itinerary.

<p>Japan is a country with a rich culture and history, stunning natural beauty, and a vibrant nightlife. Visitors can explore the ancient city of Kyoto, the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, or the tranquil countryside of Hokkaido. Sample the country's delicious cuisine, from sushi to ramen, and enjoy a night out in one of Japan's many lively bars and clubs.</p>

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Discover Tokyo's vibrant local culture and nightlife.

Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Landmark alleyway featuring a selection of food stalls for simple fare & alcoholic drinks.

Omoide Yokocho

Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.

Shinjuku Golden-Gai

Dive into Kyoto's rich history and local markets.

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

Nijō Castle

400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

Nishiki Market

Geisha district featuring high-end shops & restaurants, a Zen garden & women in colorful kimonos.

Gion

Experience the tranquility of nature in Nara.

Landscaped, public park with ancient temples & the Nara National Museum of art, plus tame deer.

Nara Park

Buddhist temple originally built in the mid-700s, with one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues.

Tōdai-ji

Naramachi

Explore Osaka's culinary delights and vibrant nightlife.

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

Osaka Castle

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

Dotonbori

Shin Sekai "New World"

Visit Hiroshima's historic sites and relax in a park.

Memorial park dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb & advocating for world peace since 1954.

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle

Okonomi mura Suigun

Explore the scenic beauty and hot springs in Hakone.

Museum featuring an outdoor sculpture park & some indoor exhibits, plus a natural hot spring.

The Hakone Open-Air Museum

Sightseeing cruises are offered on this scenic crater lake with a campsite & nearby hiking trails.

Lake Ashi

Yumoto

Cap off your trip with a day in Tokyo's artistic scene.

Popular, immersive museum known for its colorful, futuristic digital art installations & photo ops.

teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

Art museum in the Mori Tower featuring a rotating exhibition of international contemporary artwork.

Mori Art Museum

Sprawling wholesale fish market with an array of seafood & viewing areas for a popular tuna auction.

7 Days Exploring Japan: Culture, Nature, and Nightlife

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