Discover Japan's vibrant culture, food, and nature in this thrilling 7-day itinerary.

<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>

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Arrive in Tokyo and explore the local sights and cuisine.

This mammoth international airport serving the Tokyo area offers direct rail access to the city.

Narita International Airport

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

Ueno Park

Ameyoko Shopping District

Enjoy art and nature in the heart of Tokyo.

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

Tokyo National Museum

This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.

Shinjuku Golden-Gai

Day trip to the historical and cultural heart of Japan.

Sprawling 15-story railway station with shops, eateries & services plus a movie theater & hotel.

Kyoto Station

Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

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

Gion

Immerse in Kyoto's beautiful temples and gardens.

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

Kinkaku-ji

Ryōan-ji

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

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Travel to Osaka for food and entertainment.

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

Osaka Castle

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

Dotonbori

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

Kuromon Market

Experience the nightlife and entertainment in Osaka.

This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.

Universal Studios Japan

Upscale mall featuring brand-name retailers, restaurants, a movie theater & rooftop garden.

Namba Parks

Connected skyscrapers with a rooftop garden observatory, plus a restaurant & lounge with city views.

Umeda Sky Building

Wrap up your trip with a relaxing day in nature.

Landscaped, public park with ancient temples & the Nara National Museum of art, plus tame deer.

Nara Park

Buddhist temple originally built in the mid-700s, with one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues.

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