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Autumn Wonders: Tokyo, Nikko & Hakone
12 days · 27 stops · ¥120,000–¥180,000
A 12-day journey through Japan's autumn landscapes, soaking in onsen and discovering cultural icons and hidden gems.
Days
Abasaa / Public domain
Fukagawa Edo Museum
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
14:00
EXPLORE
深川江戸資料館
Stay ~1h 30m
Discover Edo-period Tokyo through immersive displays. Visit in the afternoon for fewer crowds and a deeper dive into history.
~24 min by train
15:54
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国立新美術館
Stay ~1h 30m
Ease into your journey with contemporary art in a stunning modern building. Visit in the afternoon for a relaxing start after your flight.
~19 min by train
17:43
EXPLORE
目黒寄生虫館
Stay ~1h
Meguro Station
Experience a quirky side of Tokyo with this unique museum dedicated to parasites. It's a hidden gem for curious minds.
~24 min by train
19:00
EXPLORE
銀座
Stay ~1h
Yūrakuchō Station
Stroll through Tokyo's upscale shopping district, perfect for an evening walk with vibrant lights and window shopping.
Getting around
⛩️
Tobu Nikko Pass (All Area)
Round-trip from Asakusa + buses to Chūzenji, Kegon Falls & Yumoto Onsen — ¥4,780 / 4 days (¥4,160 Dec–mid-Apr).
View Tobu Nikko Pass (All Area) →🏔️
Hakone Free Pass
Round-trip from Shinjuku + unlimited Hakone buses, ropeway, pirate ship & mountain railway — ¥6,100 / 2 days.
View Hakone Free Pass →🚗
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
¥17,000–¥29,500 / person / day
¥205,000–¥355,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥6,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 26 travel legs, 11 hotel nights and 3 ticketed events. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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