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Itinerary
From Tokyo's Festivals to Okinawa's Isles
17 days · 38 stops · ¥200,000–¥400,000 · 1 view
Experience the vibrant culture of Tokyo, the wild beauty of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, and the serene beaches of Okinawa’s Haterumajima.
Days
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Tokyo
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Schedule
Day 01 of 17Land at HND · Tue, May 4 · 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 · 6 nights
Tue, May 4 → Mon, May 10 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
新宿御苑
Stay ~1h 30m
Sendagaya Station
Arrive in Tokyo and take a leisurely stroll through Shinjuku Gyoen, a tranquil oasis in the city, perfect for unwinding after your flight. It's a great spot to enjoy the spring greenery.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokyo central · Days 1–6
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Hakodate area · Day 7
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Sapporo & Otaru · Days 8–9
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido · Days 10–12
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Naha & Okinawa main island · Days 13–14
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Hateruma · Day 15
Small island — explore on foot, by bicycle or local taxi (ferry across).
Yanbaru (North Okinawa) · Day 16
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Kudaka Island · Day 17
Small island — explore on foot, by bicycle or local taxi (ferry across).
Rental 1: Hakodate area · Day 7
Rental 2: Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido · Days 10–12
Rental 3: Naha & Okinawa main island · Days 13–14
Rental 4: Yanbaru (North Okinawa) · Day 16
Separate rentals — you fly (or ferry) between these regions, so return each car before you leave it.
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JR Pass
Your route spans 3 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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Ferry required
At least one destination is accessible only by ferry. Book in advance — island ferries sell out weeks ahead in peak season (Apr–May, Jul–Aug).
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Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥17,500–¥31,000 / person / day
¥295,000–¥530,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 37 travel legs, 16 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 ~¥28,700, 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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