Explore the main attractions, arts & culture, historical sites, and nature of Japan in this 7-day trip for a couple on a low budget.

Hiroshima

Kanazawa

Kyoto

Osaka

<p>Discover Tokyo, a vibrant blend of tradition and modernity. Explore historic temples, neon-lit streets, top attractions, unique neighborhoods, and the best cultural experiences.</p>

Tokyo

Immerse in Kyoto's ancient beauty with visits to Kinkaku-ji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

Kinkaku-ji

Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Experience Osaka's vibrant atmosphere at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and Osaka Museum of History.

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

Osaka Castle

Dotonbori

Contemporary museum with exhibits detailing Osaka history from ancient times to the present day.

Osaka Museum of History

Discover the bustling city of Tokyo through visits to Tokyo Tower, Shibuya Crossing, and the Tokyo National Museum.

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

Tokyo Tower

Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

Tokyo National Museum

Reflect on Hiroshima's history at the Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkei-en Garden.

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

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle

Shukkeien Garden

Uncover Kanazawa's charm with visits to Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and Omicho Market.

Kenroku-en

Kanazawa Castle Park

Omicho Market

Return to Kyoto and explore Nijo Castle, Gion District, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

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

Nijō Castle

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

Gion

Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.

Kiyomizu-dera

Conclude your journey at the Philosopher's Path, Kamo River, and the Golden Pavilion, before departing from Kyoto.

Scenic pedestrian path along a cherry tree–lined canal that passes by various temples & shrines.

Discovering the Best of Japan: Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo, Hiroshima, and Kanazawa

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