{"id":2036,"date":"2017-09-12T13:18:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T11:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/?page_id=2036"},"modified":"2018-04-30T14:59:57","modified_gmt":"2018-04-30T12:59:57","slug":"routes-and-itineraries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/routes-and-itineraries","title":{"rendered":"Japan routes and itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Japan is a unique and enchanting country. It is a <strong>land of contrasts<\/strong> between its deep-rooted traditions and futuristic cities. From hiking in the mountains to scouting the crazy fashion in the hippest neighborhoods of Tokyo to petting the wild-deer that roam freely in Nara and to the peaceful Buddhist temples, Japan has everything!<\/p>\n<p>Planning a trip to Japan is no easy task. We provide in-depth knowledge that will help you navigate through the decision-making process of <strong>where to go and what to do<\/strong>. From advice on the most convenient ways to get around, the best places to visit and stay. Skim through our itinerary ideas and start planning your route to perfection, tailored to your interests.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you have <strong>1, 2, 3 weeks, or more<\/strong>, with the help of this section you can personalize your trip by following or combining the suggested itineraries:<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Nationwide_routes_and_itineraries\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Nationwide routes and itineraries<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Tokyo_itineraries\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Tokyo itineraries<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Kansai_itineraries\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Kansai itineraries<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Nationwide_routes_and_itineraries\">Nationwide routes and itineraries<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/7-days-japan-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/tokyo-shibuya-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Shibuya crossing in Tokyo\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Japan in 7 days<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Visit the highlights of Tokyo, historic Kamakura, wonderful Kyoto, and the great Buddha of Nara in just one week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/10-days-japan-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/chubu-chureito-pagoda.jpeg\" alt=\"Dotonbori neon lights in Osaka\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Japan in 10 days<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Travel to the wonders of Tokyo, Takayama, the Japanese Alps, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka with one of our most popular itineraries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/14-days-japan-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/fushimi-inari-kyoto-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Fushimi Inari torii gates\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Japan in 14 days<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our two weeks itinerary will get you to Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Fukuoka and of course, the best of Tokyo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/japan-travel-itinerary-21-days\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/miyajima-great-torii-e1469187639379-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"The great red floating torii in Miyajima\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Japan in 21 days<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Discover Japan in-depth\u00a0and travel to of Tokyo, Takayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Okayama, Hiroshima as well as more suggestions for your tailor-made trip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n            <a class=\"fasc-button banner-button-shortcode fasc-size-large fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-after fa-chevron-circle-right fasc-style-bold\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/the-japan-rail-pass\">\n                Buy your JR Pass\n            <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Tokyo_itineraries\">Tokyo itineraries<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/3-days-tokyo-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/tokyo-tower-skyline-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Tokyo Tower\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>3 days in Tokyo<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/5-days-in-tokyo-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/tokyo-shibuya.jpg\" alt=\"Shibuya (Tokyo)\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>5 days in Tokyo<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/cherry-blossoms-tokyo\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tokyo-meguro-e1525091466205.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Cherry blossoms in Tokyo<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/day-trips-tokyo\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/giant-buddha-kamakura-e1505219109213-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Great Buddha in Kamakura\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Day trips from Tokyo<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/nikko-itinerary\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nikko-buddha-stone-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Buddha statue in Nikko\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Tokyo to Nikko<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/mount-fuji\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mt-fuji-japan-autumn-e1505220649953-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Fuji\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Tokyo to Mount Fuji<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Kansai_itineraries\">Kansai itineraries<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-kyoto\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/kyoto-golden-pavilion-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Pavilion in Kyoto\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Things to do in Kyoto<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/day-trips-kyoto\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Himeji-castle-Ben-Kubota-Flickr-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"Himeji Castle\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Day trips from Kyoto<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card col-xs-1 col-sm-2\" style=\"width: 16rem;\">\n<div class=\"card-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-osaka\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"card-img-top\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/dotonbori-glico-man-osaka-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Himeji Castle\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"card-title\"><strong>Things to do in Osaka<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Japan is a unique and enchanting country. 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