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Itinerary
From Urban Vibes to Northern Serenity and Island Culture
14 days · 22 stops · ¥320,000–¥480,000 · 2 views
Explore the cultural depth of Tokyo, the serene beauty of Hokkaido, and the vibrant traditions of Okinawa over 14 unforgettable days.
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 · 2 nights
Dates flexible · 1 guest
13:30
EXPLORE
東京国立博物館
Stay ~2h
Uguisudani Station
A perfect introduction to Japan's cultural heritage, offering a serene environment to ease into your journey. Don't miss the exquisite samurai armor collection.
~10 min by car
15:40
EXPLORE
浅草寺
Stay ~1h 30m
Asakusa Station
Experience the historical heart of Tokyo with its vibrant street life and traditional architecture. Try the local snacks along Nakamise Street.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokyo central → Hakone · Days 1–7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Hakodate area → Biei & Furano · Days 8–14
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Rental car: pick up in Hakodate area (Day 8), drop off at the end of Day 14. Skip it for the city legs.
Browse rental cars on Klook →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 5 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.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 14
Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥25,500–¥43,000 / person / day
¥355,000–¥600,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 21 travel legs, 13 hotel nights and 1 ticketed event. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
Before you go
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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 ~¥24,700, 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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Travel Light
Ship luggage ahead on the shinkansen route. Explore every day completely hands-free.
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