Japan
Temple gardens in the morning. Neon streets by night.
Old and new Japan, connected by bullet train.
This itinerary splits your time between Kyoto's temples and gardens and Tokyo's density and speed — two very different versions of Japan, a 2.5-hour Shinkansen ride apart. It's built for travelers and families who want both the calm and the energy, without wasting a day figuring out logistics.
What's included
The experience
A private tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto machiya house
Early-morning access to Fushimi Inari's torii gates before the crowds arrive
A kaiseki (multi-course) dinner in Kyoto's Gion district
A guided evening in Tokyo's Shibuya and Shinjuku districts, plus a day trip option to Mt. Fuji's Fifth Station
Where you'll stay
A ryokan with private onsen in Kyoto; a design-forward hotel in Tokyo's Shibuya or Ginza district.
Best time to go
Late March–early April for cherry blossoms, or November for fall foliage.
Ready to see both sides of Japan?
Plan the Kyoto & Tokyo Route