Japan in 6 Days: 3 Recommended 6-day Itineraries to Japan
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Itinerary #1: Cycling from onsen to onsen
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Begin your biking adventure in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island | Cycling |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Dazaifu and stay overnight in Hita | Cycling |
| Day 3 | Cycle along the Kaido Highway to Usa town | Cycling |
| Day 4 | Travel along the Kunisaki Peninsula, passing nearby Mount Futago, stay overnight in Kunisaki town | Cycling |
| Day 5 | Head for Beppu, visit Kitsuki town along the way and spend the night in hot spring-blessed Beppu | Cycling |
| Day 6 | End of trip |
Did you know that subtropical Kyushu Island is home to most of Japan’s active volcanoes and hot spring wonders? This 5-day biking adventure across Japan’s southwesternmost island is filled with captivating landscapes, hidden villages, and, of course, onsen spas! It starts in a modern city, then veering along scenic roads, beautiful countrysides, towns and coastal settings. Just wait until you catch sight of Kitsuki Castle — Japan’s tiniest — Beppu’s eight onsen towns and traditional inns, Hita’s yakisoba-fired noodles and Fukuoka’s beaches. As you cycle from one destination to the next, pass by mountains and travel exquisite passes and famous highways, pulling over to explore any that steal your heart. See all 6-day Japan tours and trips.
Itinerary #2: The best of Japan
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Tokyo and catch the metro to Shinjuku District | City sightseeing |
| Day 2 | Explore Tokyo and Asakusa District to explore at your leisure | City sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Head to the Mount Fuji area and stay overnight at an onsen resort in Kawaguchiko | Outdoor exploration |
| Day 4 | See more of the area and travel onward to Kyoto | City sightseeing |
| Day 5 | Experience the city, the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and discover the Gion district | Natural landmark sightseeing |
| Day 6 | Bid new friends farewell in Kyoto |
Get ready for the best of 6-day Japan itinerary plan, where nature, culture and centuries-old traditions shine through at every turn. Begin with a bang of neon flurry in iconic Tokyo. After two days of exploring the capital, swap terrains and head for the country’s emblem: 3,776-meter-tall Mt. Fuji. Explore its foothill towns, famous Fuji Five Lakes on a boat cruise and onsen inns. Waterfalls, unique museums and recreated ancient Japanese villages make up the bulk of activities before you arrive in Kyoto, where this adventure concludes. Describe your ideal 6-day holiday for a customized trip to Japan.
Itinerary #3: Japanese cultural landmarks
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Show up in Kyoto and see the city | City sightseeing |
| Day 2 | Catch the bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima | Train journey |
| Day 3 | Hop on a ferry for a trip to Miyajima Island | Island exploration |
| Day 4 | Take the train from Hiroshima to Osaka and enjoy an afternoon of exploration | City exploration |
| Day 5 | Spend the day sightseeing Osaka | City sightseeing |
| Day 6 | Bid farewell to Japan |
If you prefer the (slightly) road less traveled, this 6 days in Japan itinerary highlights the country’s legends, folklore, history and cuisine, going below the surface than the usual destinations splashed across every advertisement of Japan. Travel back centuries in Kyoto, from its Gion district to its over 1,000-year-old Fushimi Inari Shrine (where the famous red torii passageway is located) to the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Get educated on important WWII events and atomic bombs in Hiroshima, checking out the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Fall into food comas in Osaka — Japan’s Street Food Capital — trying all sorts, like okonomiyaki pancakes, ramen and takoyaki (deep-fried seafood snack balls). But save enough energy for one last fun night out in the city, Japan’s epicenter of nightlife. See more tours in Japan.
Planning a 6-day Japan itinerary?
From Tokyo to Kyoto across the shores to the country’s southern islands, whichever part is calling your name, 6 days in Japan is more than enough time for an extensive holiday. Days are filled with city explorations, sightseeing natural wonders and magical Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, and don’t forget about Japanese cuisine. Use Japan’s convenient and speedy bullet train system to get around, or you can hire a car or motorbike for the duration or even travel around by bicycle. There’s also the option of joining our pre-packaged 6-day trips to Japan or alternatively, connect with travel experts for a customized trip in Japan.
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