21-Day Ultimate Japan Adventure

Three weeks to experience the Japan I love most—north to south with room for serendipity.

Overview

• Tokyo (Days 1-4)
• Nikko (Day 5)
• Kanazawa (Days 6-7)
• Takayama & Shirakawa-go (Days 8-9)
• Kyoto (Days 10-13)
• Nara (Day 14)
• Osaka (Days 15-16)
• Hiroshima & Miyajima (Days 17-18)
• Hokkaido (Days 19-21)

The Journey

This epic 21-day journey covers:

• 8 different cities
• 4 islands (Honshu, Shikoku potential, Hokkaido)
• Countless UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Every season's specialties

Week 1: Central Japan

Focus on Tokyo, the mountains, and the Japan Alps region.

Week 2: Kansai Region

Deep dive into traditional Japan with Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka.

Week 3: Western & Northern Japan

Hiroshima's history, then fly north to Hokkaido for a completely different Japan experience.

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Budget Note: This trip is an investment. Expect to spend $5,000-8,000+ per person, but you'll have memories for a lifetime.

JR Pass: The 21-day pass ($770) is absolutely worth it for this itinerary.