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Tranquility and Foliage in Tokyo, Nikko, and Hakone
12 days · 26 stops · ¥120,000–¥180,000 · 2 views
Experience the serene beauty of Japan's autumn foliage and indulge in soothing onsen baths across Tokyo, Nikko, and Hakone.
Days
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Ningyocho District
Tokyo
Schedule
Day 01 of 12Land at HND · Sun, Nov 1 · 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 · 3 nights
Sun, Nov 1 → Wed, Nov 4 · 1 guest
17:00
EXPLORE
人形町
Stay ~1h 30m
Bakurochō Station
Experience traditional Tokyo with its charming old wooden buildings and local eateries. An ideal introduction to Tokyo's quieter side, perfect for an evening stroll.
~22 min by train
18:52
EXPLORE
国立新美術館
Stay ~1h 15m
Explore contemporary art in a unique museum setting, offering a relaxing evening experience. Check out the rotating exhibitions for a fresh artistic perspective.
Getting around
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Hakone Free Pass
Covers unlimited rides on the Odakyu Line, Hakone Tozan Railway, ropeway, cable car and lake cruise. A 2-day pass from Shinjuku starts at ¥5,000.
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JR Pass
Your route spans 4 prefectures — a 7-day JR Pass (from ¥50,000) covers shinkansen and most express trains between these stops, paying for itself with 2–3 long-distance journeys.
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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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Trip budget · お見積り
¥14,500–¥26,500 / person / day
¥175,000–¥315,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥6,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 25 travel legs and 11 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Stay Hidden
Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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