Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo Trip
Stop At: Tsukiji Fish Market, 4-14-2, Tsukiji, Chuo 104-0045 Tokyo Prefecture
Tsukiji Fish Market, located in Tokyo, was once the world's largest wholesale fish market. This bustling hub was renowned for its vibrant seafood auctions, fresh sushi stalls, and a wide array of marine delicacies. Visitors could immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere, savoring the freshest sushi and seafood in the heart of Japan's capital. Though the inner market has moved to Toyosu, Tsukiji's legacy lives on as a symbol of Tokyo's culinary heritage and a must-visit destination for seafood enthusiasts.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1, Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture
Sensoji (tH, Sensoji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples.
The legend says that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida River, and even though they put the statue back into the river, it always returned to them. Consequently, Sensoji was built nearby for the goddess of Kannon. The temple was completed in 645, making it Tokyo's oldest temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon), 2-3-1, Asakusa, Taito 111-0032 Tokyo Prefecture
Tokyo's most visited tourist destination, Asakusa is known for the great historical site complex and the old downtown atmosphere. The area attracts both Japanese and foreign tourists all year around.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Tokyo Skytree, 1 Chome-1-2, Oshiage, Sumida 131-8634 Tokyo Prefecture
Tokyo's most visited tourist destination, Asakusa is known for the great historical site complex and the old downtown atmosphere. The area attracts both Japanese and foreign tourists all year around.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Akihabara, Sotokanda, Chiyoda 101-0021 Tokyo Prefecture
Akihabara, located in Tokyo, is a vibrant district renowned as the electronic and anime haven of Japan. It pulsates with colorful billboards, tech shops, and manga stores, making it a mecca for enthusiasts of anime, gaming, and electronic gadgets. The district seamlessly blends modernity with otaku culture, offering a unique and energetic experience for visitors.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Meiji Jingu Shrine, 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, Shibuya 151-8857 Tokyo Prefecture
Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya, Tokyo, is the Shinto shrine that is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shöken.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takeshita Street, 1 Jingumae, Shibuya 150-0001 Tokyo Prefecture
Takeshita Street is a pedestrian shopping street lined with fashion boutiques, cafes and restaurants in Harajuku in Tokyo, Japan.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Shibuya Crossing, 2 Chome-2-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya 150-0043 Tokyo Prefecture
The intersection is a popular location for movies and media taking place in Tokyo. It has appeared in the films Lost in Translation and The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, while making appearances in numerous music videos, newscasts, and animated programs. As a famous representation of modern Japan, photographers and videographers are almost constantly circling the intersection, climbing on guard rails and perching on subway entrances in an effort to find the best vantage point.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Hachiko, 1 Dogenzaka Shibuya Train Station, Shibuya 150-0043 Tokyo Prefecture
Meet Tokyo's most famous pooch, Hachikö. This Akita dog came to Shibuya Station every day to meet his master, a professor, returning from work.
After the professor died in 1925, Hachiko continued to come to the station daily until his own death nearly 10 years later. The story became legendary and a small statue was erected in the dog's memory in front of Shibuya Station.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Mount Fuji and Hakone Trip
Stop At: Oshino Hakkai, 151 Shibokusa, Oshino-mura, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0511 Yamanashi Prefecture
Oshino Hakkai is a touristy set of eight
ponds in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, located between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako on the site of a former sixth lake that dried out several hundred years ago.
The eight ponds are fed by snow melt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji that filters down the mountain through porous layers of lava for over 80 years, resulting in very clear spring water that is revered by the locals.
Next to one pond, visitors can drink the cool water straight from the source. The ponds are quite deep and have interesting freshwater plant life and large fish. Although the ponds have been developed into tourist attractions and can become quite crowded with visitors, they have a pleasant atmosphere as long as you do not expect untouched nature.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Narusawa-mura, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0320 Yamanashi Prefecture
The 5th Station of Mount Fuji, also known as Fujinomiya 5th Station or Yoshida 5th Station, is the most popular starting point for climbers during the summer climbing season. It is located at an altitude of about 2,300 meters (7,546 feet) and offers facilities such as restaurants, shops, and accommodation. It's also accessible by road, making it a popular destination for those who wish to experience the mountain without climbing to the summit. The station provides stunning views of the surrounding area on clear days.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Oishi Park, Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0305 Yamanashi Prefecture
Best place to see mt fuji.
Flowers which bloom in profusion every season, the scenery of wide lake and magnificent view of Mt.Fuji are the charm of only Oishi park. You will feel calm if you stroll slowly in the promenade where flowers bloom while looking at Mt.Fuji.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Arakurayama Sengen Park, 3353-1 Arakura, Fujiyoshida 403-0011 Yamanashi Prefecture
Arakurayama Sengen Park is a famous park located in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. It's well-known for the Chureito Pagoda, a five-storied pagoda that sits on the mountainside overlooking Fujiyoshida City and Mount Fuji.
The park is particularly popular during cherry blossom season (usually in mid-April) when over 600 cherry trees bloom, providing a breathtaking backdrop to the pagoda and Mount Fuji. To reach the pagoda, visitors must climb a steep staircase of 398 steps, but the view from the top is considered one of the best in Japan.
Apart from the pagoda, the park also includes the Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, which is part of a larger shrine complex dedicated to the worship of Mount Fuji. The park is a popular spot for photographers due to its stunning views, especially during the cherry blossom season and in autumn when the leaves change color.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lake Ashinoko, Hakone, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun 250-0521 Kanagawa Prefecture
Pirate cruise at lake ashinoko.
Lake Ashi, also referred to as Hakone Lake or Ashinoko Lake, is a scenic lake in the Hakone area of Kanagawa Prefecture in Honshu, Japan. It is a crater lake that lies along the southwest wall of the caldera of Mount Hakone, a complex volcano that last erupted in 1170 CE at Owakudani.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Owaku-dani Valley, 1251 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun 250-0631 Kanagawa Prefecture
Owakudani (A #4, Owakudani) is the area around a crater created during the last eruption of Mount Hakone some 3000 years ago. Today, much of the area is an active volcanic zone where sulfurous fumes, hot springs and hot rivers can be experienced. Additionally, Owakudani has good views of Mount Fuji on clear days.
Eggs cooked in Owakudani's hot spring pools with their shells blackened by the sulfur are on sale at shops in the area, and eating one is said to prolong one's life by seven years.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine, 5558 Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida 403-0005 Yamanashi Prefecture
The Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine, also known as the Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine, is the main Sengen Shrine on the north side of Mt.
Fuji in Japan. The shrine is said to have been established in CE 100 and is dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime, the Shinto goddess of Mt.
Fuji[11. The shrine has an extensive history and has played a significant role in the development of Shintoism in Japan.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba, 2710 Saikonemba, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0332 Yamanashi Prefecture
Saiko lyashi no Sato Nenba is a traditional Japanese village located on the western shores of Lake Saiko in Japan. This village was destroyed by a landslide during a typhoon in 1966 and was later reconstructed to preserve and exhibit the traditional thatched roof houses.
The village offers a beautiful view of Mount Fuji and the surrounding nature, making it a popular tourist destination. Visitors can explore the traditional houses which have been converted into shops, restaurants, and museums showcasing local crafts, silk production, and other aspects of regional culture. It's a great place to experience the traditional lifestyle and culture of Japan.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lake Kawaguchiko, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun 401-0300 Yamanashi Prefecture
Lake Kawaguchi is one of the five lakes that surround Mount Fuji in Japan. It's a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful views and outdoor activities. Would you like to know more about its location, history, or activities available
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gotemba Premium Outlets, 1312 Fukasawa, Gotemba 412-0023 Shizuoka Prefecture
We will visit this place if time permits.
Gotemba Premium Outlets is a premier shopping destination nestled at the base of Mount Fuji in Japan. This expansive outlet mall offers a curated selection of top international and Japanese brands, providing shoppers with a wide range of high-quality fashion, accessories, and more at discounted prices. With its picturesque location, upscale ambiance, and numerous dining options, Gotemba Premium Outlets provides a delightful shopping experience for both tourists and locals.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.