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Five days, a week, ten days, two weeks, three weeks. What fits honestly in the time you have, and what each extra day is really worth adding.
1 Week in Japan: The Perfect First-Timer Itinerary
Seven days is enough for a superb first trip. Here's a day-by-day 1-week Japan itinerary covering Tokyo, Kyoto, and easy day trips.
5 Days in Japan: A Short-Trip Itinerary
Only have five days in Japan? Here's how to make the most of a short trip — focused on Tokyo and Kyoto, with no wasted time.
10 Days in Japan: The Ideal Itinerary
Ten days is arguably the sweet spot for Japan. Here's a day-by-day itinerary adding Osaka, Hakone, and Nara to the Tokyo–Kyoto core.
2 Weeks in Japan: A Comprehensive Itinerary
Two weeks lets you go beyond the basics. Here's a 14-day Japan itinerary adding Hiroshima, Miyajima, and more to the classic route.
3 Weeks in Japan: The Extended Itinerary
Three weeks in Japan opens up the whole country. Here's how to extend beyond the classics to Kanazawa, the Alps, Koyasan, and further afield.