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If it is your first time visiting Japan and do not really have too much time on your hand, there are a couple of great places that will enable you to get much Japanese experience in a short period of time. Without a doubt, we recommend that you come back and visit all the wonderful places that Japan has to offer, we believe that these are the ‘golden route’ for you first timers.

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Consider the 'Golden Route' for your first time in Japan

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If it is your first time visiting Japan and do not really have too much time on your hand, there are a couple of great places that will enable you to get much Japanese experience in a short period of time. 

 

Without a doubt, we recommend that you come back and visit all the wonderful places that Japan has to offer, we believe that these are the ‘golden route’ for you first timers.

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Itineraries for First Time Visitors (from Tokyo)

Visit the must-see places in Tokyo in 3 (to 5) Days

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Experience Japanese youth culture at one of the most lively areas in Tokyo
Number of Days: 3-5 days
Sub-destination: Tokyo
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

Tokyo is a must-visit location for first timers. However, there are many other places which you spend time visiting and therefore, we propose this itinerary to make sure you get to see most of the things you should see in a small amount of time.

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6-10 days in Tokyo and Kyoto

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Experience two of the most popular destination in Japan
Number of Days: 6-10 days
Sub-destination: Tokyo, Kyoto
Best time to visit: All year
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Tokyo and Kyoto are the 2 places that you really need to visit. While Tokyo has a much more modern vibe, it is Kyoto where you can get a glimpse of Japan before the Japanese Modernization.

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8-12 Days in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka

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Also visit Osaka in addition to the two of the most popular destination in Japan
Number of Days: 8-12 days
Sub-destination: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka
Best time to visit: All year
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Tokyo and Kyoto are the 2 places that you really need to visit. While Tokyo has a much more modern vibe, it is Kyoto where you can get a glimpse of Japan before the Japanese Modernization.

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Expedition to Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima

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★★★★★ 5/5
Also visit Osaka in addition to the two of the most popular destination in Japan
Number of Days: 7-8 days
Sub-destination: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima
Best time to visit: All year
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While getting to Hiroshima might take a bit of time, it is definitely worth visiting. Once you get tired of visiting so many temples in Kyoto, go to Hiroshima where you will find the ocean near by and taste its famous Oysters as well as learning about the impacts of the Atomic Bomb.

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A Long Trip to Experience Japanese History and Culture

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Also visit Osaka in addition to the two of the most popular destination in Japan
Number of Days: 7-14 days
Sub-destination: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

If you are only around for a week, this would be the trip that would maximize your satisfaction in terms of the number of places to visit. However, Tokyo, Hakone, and Kyoto especially are really nice places where you can spend an extra day so if you can choose to stay a little bit longer, it might be better not to rush and take your time because constantly travelling will get very tiresome.

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A Cultural Day Trip to Kamakura

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
A great travel option if you want to stay close to Tokyo
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Hakone

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Experience the Japanese Onsen culture
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Nikko

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Experience Mother Nature while learning about Japanese History
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Nikko
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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Itineraries for First time Visitors (from Osaka)

Tour of all the must see places in Osaka

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Osaka
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Shopping

Osaka is a very interesting city with many things to and places to visit. However, it might be a bit drab if you do not have a clue of where to go. Check out here to make sure you know all the places you might want to consider visiting.

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Osaka ~ Kyoto in 4~5 Days

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Osaka, Kyoto
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Onsen, Shopping

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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Osaka ~ Kyoto ~ Tokyo in 7 Days

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 7 days
Sub-destination: Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Onsen, Shopping

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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Osaka ~ Kyoto ~ Hakone ~ Tokyo in 7 Days

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 7 days
Sub-destination: Osaka
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Onsen, Shopping

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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Osaka ~ Hiroshima ~ Kyoto in 7 Days

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 7 days
Sub-destination: Osaka
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Onsen, Shopping

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1 Day Trip to Nara

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★★★★★ 4.5/5
Cover all the necessary go-to places
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Osaka
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet, Onsen, Shopping

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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