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Sakura Journey Through Japan's Hidden Paths
12 days · 26 stops · ¥150,000–¥250,000 · 2 views
Explore Japan's hidden beauty during cherry blossom season, from Tokyo's vibrant streets to Kyoto's serene temples, with cultural stops in Kanazawa and Hiroshima.
Days
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
Tokyo
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Schedule
Day 01 of 12🛬
Arrive 14:00 · first activity from 16:30
2.5h customs + airport transit buffer
Land at HND · 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
Dates flexible · 1 guest
16:30
EXPLORE
谷中銀座商店街
Stay ~1h 15m
Nippori Station
A perfect place to soak in the nostalgic atmosphere of old Tokyo upon arrival. Enjoy local snacks and find unique souvenirs from family-run shops.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokyo central → Kanazawa & Noto · Days 1–8
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Naoshima & Takamatsu · Days 9–10
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Kyoto · Days 11–12
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: pick up in Naoshima & Takamatsu (Day 9), drop off at the end of Day 10. Skip it for the city legs.
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JR Pass
Your route spans 6 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
¥22,500–¥36,500 / person / day
¥270,000–¥440,000 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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