Discover Japan's culture, landmarks, and cuisine in this 6-day solo journey.

<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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Arrive in Tokyo and explore the city's vibrant culture.

This mammoth international airport serving the Tokyo area offers direct rail access to the city.

Narita International Airport

Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

Meiji Jingu

Dive into Tokyo's vibrant neighborhoods and local flavors.

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

Tsukiji Outer Market

Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

Sensō-ji

Colorful streets lined with stalls & department stores selling cut-price manga & anime collectibles.

Akihabara Electric Town

Visit historical sites and enjoy cultural experiences in Kyoto.

Sprawling 15-story railway station with shops, eateries & services plus a movie theater & hotel.

Kyoto Station

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

Kinkaku-ji

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

Gion

Explore the natural beauty and traditions of Kyoto.

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

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

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

Fushimi Inari Taisha

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

Nijō Castle

Experience culture and nightlife in Osaka.

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

Osaka Castle

Dotonbori

Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.

Umeda Sky Building

Wrap up your trip with a visit to Nara and its parks.

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.

Explore the Wonders of Japan: A 6-Day Solo Adventure

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