10 days in Japan Itinerary

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Toji, thenmake a trip to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and then wander the streets of Gion. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, identify plant and animal life at Nara Park, and then take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Wakakusa.

To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Kyoto online trip builder.

Singapore, Singapore to Kyoto is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Singapore Standard Time to Japan Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from Singapore in April, expect Kyoto to be colder, temps between °C and °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Yoshino-cho.

On the 6th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Yoshimizu Shrine, thentake your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt. Yoshino, and then admire the natural beauty at Chikurinin Gumpoen. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Yoshino Shrine, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kinpusenji Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tonanin, contemplate the long history of Mausoleum of Emperor Godaigo, thentake in the spiritual surroundings of Nyoirinji, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Kinbu Shrine.

To see maps, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Yoshino-cho day trip planning website.

You can drive from Kyoto to Yoshino-cho in 2 hours. Traveling from Kyoto in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Yoshino-cho, with lows of °C. On the 8th (Wed), you'll travel to Fujiyoshida.

A gateway to the volcano, Fujiyoshida sits in the shadow of a giant, and everything across the city seemingly points toward the iconic symbol of national pride, Mount Fuji.

Fuji Five Lakes has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Arayayama Shrine Okumiya. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Chureito Pagoda, walk around Arakurayama Sengen Park, explore the activities along Fuji Five Lakes, thenget a new perspective on nature at Fujisan Museum, and finally make a trip to Arayayama Shrine.

For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Fujiyoshida trip builder site.

Getting from Yoshino-cho to Fujiyoshida by car takes about 6 hours. When traveling from Yoshino-cho in April, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Fujiyoshida: temperatures range from °C by day to °C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 10th (Fri) before leaving for Tokyo.

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

On the 10th (Fri), explore the activities along Meguro River. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Odaiba Kaihin Koen (Odaiba Seaside Park), thencontemplate in the serene atmosphere at Asakusa Shrine, thentake a stroll through Ueno District, and finally stop by Yanaka District.

For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Tokyo trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Fujiyoshida to Tokyo by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. While traveling from Fujiyoshida, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Tokyo, ranging from highs of °C to lows of °C. On the 12th (Sun), you'll travel back home.