19 days in Japan Itinerary

Pilgrims and aviators come to Narita, a town known during the Edo period for its temple, and now known primarily for its airport.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Narita road trip planning site.

Vancouver, Canada to Narita is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from Vancouver to Narita, you'll lose 17 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, Narita is somewhat warmer than Vancouver - with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. You will leave for Tokyo on the 19th (Mon).

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 20th (Tue), wander the streets of Akihabara, look for gifts at Pokemon Mega Center Tokyo, don't miss a visit to Shimokitazawa, then relax and rejuvenate at Arona Spa, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Kokyo Gaien National Garden. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Nezu Museum, admire the masterpieces at Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum, wander the streets of Yanaka District, then browse the different shops at TOKYO Solamachi, and finally wander the streets of Asakusa.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Tokyo day trip planning app.

You can drive from Narita to Tokyo in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Tokyo are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can fly to Kyoto.

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and Mt. Kurama. Explore hidden gems such as Kyoto Insider Sake Experience and Spas. Explore Kyoto's surroundings by going to Uji (Bansho-in Temple, Obakusan Manpuku - ji Temple, &more). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, hunt for treasures at Nishiki Market Shopping District, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Mount Hiei.

To see where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Kyoto sightseeing website.

You can fly from Tokyo to Kyoto in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In June, daily temperatures in Kyoto can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Nara.

The country's first established capital, Nara houses some of the most storied buildings and natural attractions in Japan, with eight World Heritage Sites in total.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Harushika Brewery, take in the spiritual surroundings of Nigatsu-do Temple, look for all kinds of wild species at Nara Park, then view the masterpieces at Midoriya, and finally boost your wellbeing at Yurara no Yu Oshikuma.

Before you visit Nara, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can drive from Kyoto to Nara in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In June in Nara, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Kyoto.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Kyoto Tower Sando.

For traveler tips, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Kyoto travel route planning tool.

Traveling by car from Nara to Kyoto takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. Traveling from Nara in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Kyoto, with lows of 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to catch the train to Osaka.

Proud of their hometown's distinct culture and dialect, many natives of Osaka describe their city as "Japan's anti-capital." An antidote to Tokyo's hectic energy, Osaka marches to the beat of its own drum, serving as the country's longtime commercial and industrial hub.

Universal Studios Japan has been added to your itinerary. Do some cultural sightseeing at Dotombori District and Osaka Museum of History. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street and Kimono Photo Studio Wasabi Osaka. And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Osaka Castle, see the interesting displays at Shiba Ryotaro Memorial Museum, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, and get into the urban bustle at Daimaru Museum Umeda.

To see ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Osaka trip planning site.

Traveling by train from Kyoto to Osaka takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Kobe.

Walkable, small, and aesthetically charming, Kobe has served as Japan's first and premier international trading outpost since opening to trade with China in the mid-19th century.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): take in the dramatic scenery at Nunobiki Falls (Nunobiki-No-Taki), see the interesting displays at Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, then wander the streets of Kobe Harborland, then get engrossed in the history at Kobe City Museum (Kobe Shiritsu Hakubutsukan), and finally take a stroll through Nankinmachi (Kobe Chinatown).

For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Kobe road trip planning tool.

Getting from Osaka to Kobe by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Osaka, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kobe, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Osaka.

On the 30th (Fri), boost your wellbeing at a local thermal spa.

For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Osaka trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Kobe to Osaka takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Tokyo.

Head to Ginza Itoya Hontren and TOKYO Samurai Kembufor some retail therapy. Visit Futomi Beach and Haraoka Beach for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Tokyo side-trips: Hachioji (Mt. Takao & Nagaike Park), Kamogawa (Oyama Rice Terraces, Maebara Beach, &more) and Jike Furusatomura (in Yokohama). See some other sides of Tokyo: admire the masterpieces at The National Art Center, Tokyo, take a stroll through Ueno District, examine the collection at Fire Museum, and get a taste of the local shopping with Takeshita Street.

For reviews, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Tokyo day trip planner.

You can fly from Osaka to Tokyo in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can go by car to Kamakura.

The coastal town of Kamakura sits close to Tokyo, with the ancient settlement featuring a number of important historical and cultural sites.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): take an in-depth tour of Kamakura Museum of National Treasures, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, trek along Kamakura Hiking Trails, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Morito Shrine, then kick back and relax at Morito Beach, and finally browse the different shops at CIAL Kamakura.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Kamakura online travel planner.

You can drive from Tokyo to Kamakura in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Tokyo, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kamakura, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Tokyo.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Tokyo travel planner.

You can drive from Kamakura to Tokyo in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Kamakura in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Tokyo: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to fly back home.