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Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka · 9 days

Experience the perfect balance of Japan's neon-lit modernity and timeless tradition. This journey connects the skyscrapers of Tokyo with the serene temples of Kyoto and the vibrant street food culture of Osaka via the scenic Tokaido corridor.

9days
26stops
683km

The route

Tap a day or a town

You sleep in Shibuya · Taito · Hakone · Kyoto · Nara — start in Chiyoda, end in Osaka.

DAY01

Tokyo Station → Shibuya

9.7 km · 20m driving · Overnight in Shibuya Crossing
  1. 09:00
    Tokyo Station· start
  2. 7.4 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    ⭐ Meiji Jingu
  4. 2.3 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Shibuya Crossing· overnight
DAY02

Senso-ji → Ueno Park

19 km · 30m driving · Overnight in Ueno Park
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Senso-ji· start
  2. 1.6 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Tokyo Skytree
  4. 4.1 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Ueno Park· overnight
DAY03

Lake Kawaguchi → Hakone

169 km · 1h 56m driving · Overnight in Hakone Checkpoint
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Lake Kawaguchi· start
  2. 1.1 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Oishi Park
  4. 54 km · 34m
  5. 15:00
    Hakone Checkpoint· overnight
DAY04

Kyoto → Pontocho Alley

361 km · 4h 6m driving · Overnight in Pontocho Alley
  1. 09:00
    Kyoto Station· start
  2. 2.6 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    ⭐ Nishiki Market
  4. 0.7 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Pontocho Alley· overnight
DAY05

Kinkaku-ji → Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

13 km · 30m driving · Overnight in Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Kinkaku-ji· start
  2. 1.4 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Ryoan-ji
  4. 5.3 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove· overnight
DAY06

Fushimi Inari Taisha → Gion District

18 km · 30m driving · Overnight in Gion District
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Fushimi Inari Taisha· start
  2. 3.9 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Kiyomizu-dera
  4. 1.4 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Gion District· overnight
DAY07

Nara → Kasuga Taisha

45 km · 47m driving · Overnight in Kasuga Taisha
  1. 09:00
    Nara Park· start
  2. 0.6 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    ⭐ Todai-ji
  4. 1.4 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Kasuga Taisha· overnight
DAY08

Osaka → Dotonbori

39 km · 42m driving · Overnight in Dotonbori
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Osaka Castle· start
  2. 3.6 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Kuromon Ichiba Market
  4. 0.8 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Dotonbori· overnight
DAY09

Umeda Sky Building → Shin-Osaka Station

8.9 km · 20m driving
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Umeda Sky Building· start
  2. 3.9 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Shin-Osaka Station
Heads Up
  • Purchase a JR Pass or IC card (Suica/Pasmo) in advance for seamless transit between cities.
  • Kyoto temples often require significant walking; wear comfortable footwear.
  • Reservations for the Shinkansen are recommended during peak morning hours.
  • Check for seasonal festivals (Matsuri) which may affect temple access and crowds.