Itinerary
- Day 1
Tokyo
You'll arrive in Tokyo and get a comfortable transfer to your hotel. After you settle in, the rest of the day is yours to do whatever suits you best. Some people like to venture out and get a feel for the city, while others prefer to rest up after travel.
- Start point
- Chiba, Japan (Narita / Haneda Airport)
Optional Activities
- Explore Tokyo at your own pace
- Day 2
Tokyo
Start your day at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, then head over to The Sumida Hokusai Museum to see some iconic artwork. Later, stop by Tokyo Skytree to check out the views from the base. By evening, you'll board a yakatabune dinner cruise where you can relax on the water and see Tokyo's waterways lit up at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Yakatabune dinner cruise)
Included Activities
- Visit Sensō-ji temple
- Explore The Sumida Hokusai Museum
- View Tokyo Skytree
- Yakatabune dinner cruise
Landmarks Sensō-ji The Sumida Hokusai Museum Tokyo Skytree - Day 3
Tokyo
Walk through the Imperial Palace gardens and take in the peaceful atmosphere. Then join a walking tour through Nihonbashi, where old traditions sit right next to modern shops and restaurants. From there, head to Ginza for some upscale shopping, and finish up with the digital art installations at teamLab Borderless, which really are something to see in person.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Stroll through Imperial Palace gardens
- Walking tour in Nihonbashi
- Luxury shopping in Ginza
- Explore teamLab Borderless digital art displays
Landmarks Imperial Palace Nihonbashi Ginza teamLab Borderless - Day 4
Enoshima
Head down to Kamakura for the day. You'll see the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in, which is one of those things that's worth the trip. After that, make your way to Enoshima and walk along Benzaiten Nakamise Street, check out Enoshima Shrine, then take the elevator up Sea Candle lighthouse for coastal views that stretch out pretty far on a clear day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Great Buddha of Kōtoku-in
- Stroll along Benzaiten Nakamise Street
- Visit Enoshima Shrine
- View coastal vistas from Sea Candle lighthouse
Landmarks Great Buddha of Kōtoku-in Benzaiten Nakamise Street Enoshima Shrine Sea Candle 
- Day 5
Atami
Spend the morning at MOA Museum, which has a solid art collection and ocean views from the hillside location. Then visit Kiunkaku, a villa that shows off traditional Japanese architecture really well. Before heading back, walk through Atami Station Market, which has all sorts of local goods and fresh food stalls.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore MOA Museum's art collection
- Visit Kiunkaku villa
- Explore Atami Station Market
Landmarks MOA Museum Kiunkaku Atami Station Market - Day 6
Oshino
Start your morning at CYCL Sauna to relax and get refreshed. After that, head to Lake Yamanaka to walk around and enjoy the quiet landscape. Then visit Oshino Hakkai, a small village known for clear ponds and old thatched-roof houses that give you a sense of how things looked in earlier times.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Relax at CYCL Sauna
- Enjoy Lake Yamanaka scenery
- Visit Oshino Hakkai village
Landmarks CYCL Sauna Lake Yamanaka Oshino Hakkai 
- Day 7
Fujiyama
Take a cruise across Lake Kawaguchi and visit Oishi Park, where you can see seasonal flowers depending on when you go. Ride the ropeway for views of Mount Fuji from different angles, and stop at Arakurayama Sengen Park to get some good photos of the mountain and surrounding landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Cruise across Lake Kawaguchi
- Visit Oishi Park
- Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
- Lake Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Boat
- Explore Arakurayama Sengen Park
Landmarks Lake Kawaguchi Oishi Park Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway Arakurayama Sengen Park - Day 8
Matsumoto
Spend the morning walking around Lake Suwa to get oriented. Then head to Matsumoto Castle, which is designated a national treasure and one of Japan's best-preserved castles. Later, stroll down Nawate Street, lined with little shops and cafes where you can grab lunch or just browse around.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Stroll around Lake Suwa
- Explore Matsumoto Castle
- Walk along Nawate Street
Landmarks Lake Suwa Matsumoto Castle Nawate Street - Day 9
Matsumoto
Visit a miso factory and learn how the traditional fermentation process works. Afterward, check out Matsumoto City Museum of Art to see contemporary pieces. You'll get a nice mix of local food traditions and modern art throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Miso Factory Tour
- Visit Matsumoto City Museum of Art
Landmarks Matsumoto City Museum of Art - Day 10
Nagano
Explore Zenko-ji Temple, which you can visit any time of year. During winter, you can see snow monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park. In warmer months, the area offers sake tastings and traditional tea ceremonies where you can try what people actually drink and do here.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Zenko-ji Temple
Optional Activities
- Winter option: Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park to witness snow monkeys
- Summer option: Sake tasting
- Summer option: Traditional tea ceremony
Landmarks Zenko-ji Temple Jigokudani Monkey Park 
- Day 11
Karuizawa
Spend your time in Karuizawa checking out the natural surroundings. Visit Shiraito Falls to see the water cascade down the rock face. Then walk around Kumoba Pond, where the scenery shifts depending on the season and reflection off the water is quite nice.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Shiraito Falls
- Stroll around Kumoba Pond
Landmarks Shiraito Falls Kumoba Pond - Day 12
Karuizawa
You have the full day to explore Karuizawa at your own pace. There are boutique shops scattered throughout town and small cafes where you can sit and watch people go by. You can also just find a quiet spot and relax in the town's peaceful setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore Karuizawa at your own pace
- Visit boutique shops
- Visit charming cafes
- Day 13
Tokyo
Take the Shinkansen back to Tokyo and head straight to 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT to see what exhibitions are running. Then visit Mori Art Museum for contemporary work. End the day at Shibuya Sky Observatory where you can see across Tokyo from high up, especially nice if you get there around sunset or early evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT exhibitions
- Visit Mori Art Museum
- Observe sweeping city views at Shibuya Sky Observatory
Landmarks 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT Mori Art Museum Shibuya Sky Observatory - Day 14
Departure
It's time to head out. You're leaving Japan with good memories and plenty of new experiences to think about.
