Itinerary
Cherry Blossom Trail: Tokyo to Tohoku
10 days · 24 stops · ¥150,000–¥250,000
Experience Japan's cherry blossoms from Tokyo to Tohoku, blending iconic spots with hidden gems.
Days
Yasukuni Shrine
Tokyo
Schedule
Day 01 of 10Land at HND · Sun, Mar 28 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Tokyo · 5 nights
Sun, Mar 28 → Fri, Apr 2 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
靖国神社
Stay ~1h 30m
Ichigaya Station
Experience the beautiful cherry blossoms at Yasukuni Shrine. It's a popular spot known for its historical significance and stunning sakura trees.
~20 min by train
15:50
EXPLORE
かっぱ寺（曹源寺）
Stay ~1h
Asakusa Sta.
Visit this hidden gem with its unique kappa folklore, offering a peaceful contrast to the bustling city.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokyo central · Days 1–5
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Akiu & Miyagi Zao → Tsugaru West Coast · Days 6–9
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Tokyo central · Day 10
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Getting around
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JR East Tohoku Area Pass
Close call — your rail estimates to ~¥38,169 vs ¥35,000 for the JR East Pass (5-day). Rule of thumb: a 7-day JR Pass usually pays off only with 2+ long shinkansen round-trips (e.g. Tokyo→Kyoto→Hiroshima). Check the official fares for your routes.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥18,500–¥30,500 / person / day
¥185,000–¥305,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥6,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 23 travel legs, 9 hotel nights and 1 ticketed event. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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