Experience the best of Japan on a 7-day budget trip, from relaxing on stunning beaches to exploring vibrant nightlife and discovering hidden local gems.

<p>Japan is a country with a rich culture and history, stunning natural beauty, and a vibrant nightlife. Visitors can explore the ancient city of Kyoto, the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, or the tranquil countryside of Hokkaido. Sample the country's delicious cuisine, from sushi to ramen, and enjoy a night out in one of Japan's many lively bars and clubs.</p>

Japan

Arrival in Tokyo, Visit Meiji Shrine, Explore Shinjuku

Waterfront airport serving the Greater Tokyo Area, with direct rail access to the city & free WiFi.

Haneda Airport

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

Meiji Jingu

Shinjuku City

Beach Leisure in Okinawa: Naminoue Beach, Sunset at Cape Maeda

Sandy city beach below a highway flyover with showers, lifeguards, food outlets & basketball.

Naminoue Beach

Cape Maeda

Food Tour in Osaka: Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, Kuromon Ichiba Market

Dotonbori

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

Osaka Castle

Spacious market with vendors selling street food, fresh produce & shellfish, plus souvenirs.

Kuromon Market

Hike Mount Fuji, Relax at Lake Kawaguchi

Iconic snow-capped peak & volcano, the highest in Japan & the 7th highest island peak on earth.

Mount Fuji

Lake Kawaguchi

Explore Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji Temple, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Gion District

Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

Kinkaku-ji

A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Geisha district featuring high-end shops & restaurants, a Zen garden & women in colorful kimonos.

Gion

Leisure & Wellness in Hakone: Hakone Open-Air Museum, Onsen Experience

Museum featuring an outdoor sculpture park & some indoor exhibits, plus a natural hot spring.

The Hakone Open-Air Museum

Tenzan Onsen

Historical Tokyo: Tokyo Imperial Palace, Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing

This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

Imperial Palace

Traditional district featuring an ancient Buddhist temple, street-food stalls, craft shops & more.

7-Day Budget Trip to Japan: Beaches, Nightlife, and Local Gems

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