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Itinerary
From Autumn Leaves to Island Breezes
14 days · 20 stops · ¥250,000–¥420,000 · 8 views
A journey capturing the essence of Japan's diverse regions, from the cultural depth of Tokyo to the natural beauty of Hokkaido and the serene beaches of Okinawa.
Days
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Tokyo National Museum
Tokyo
Schedule
Day 01 of 14🛬
Arrive 11:00 · first activity from 13:30
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 · 1 night
Dates flexible · 1 guest
13:30
EXPLORE
東京国立博物館
Stay ~1h 30m
Uguisudani Station
Explore Japan's rich cultural heritage through its extensive collection of art and antiquities. Arrive early to enjoy the serene gardens before the museum opens.
~25 min on foot
15:25
EXPLORE
谷中銀座商店街
Stay ~1h
Nippori Station
Experience old Tokyo's charm with local shops and street food. Perfect for a leisurely afternoon stroll with a nostalgic atmosphere.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokyo central → Gunma · Days 1–7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Biei & Furano → Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido · Days 8–14
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Rental car: pick up in Biei & Furano (Day 8), drop off at the end of Day 14. Skip it for the city legs.
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Tobu Nikko Pass
Train from Asakusa to Nikko plus unlimited local bus travel — 2-day pass from ¥2,780. Covers all shrines and Kegon Falls.
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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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Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥23,000–¥39,500 / person / day
¥325,000–¥550,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 19 travel legs, 10 hotel nights and 3 ticketed events. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Is a JR pass worth it for this trip?
Rough estimate · based on trip distances
Pay-as-you-go is likely cheaper here — your rail estimates to ~¥24,450, under the ¥50,000 JR Pass (7-day). A pass may still be worth it for convenience.
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Get Around
Shinkansen, regional rail passes, and city transit — sorted before you land.
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Stay Hidden
Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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Travel Light
Ship luggage ahead on the shinkansen route. Explore every day completely hands-free.
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