This is a trip recommended for adults, packed with beauty and fashion content in Tokyo, in addition to the standard tourist attractions that beginners to Japan can also enjoy.
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. Tokyo is a dynamic, world-leading city that attracts people from around the world.
In addition, by using public transportation such as the Shinkansen bullet train, express trains, and highway buses, visitors can enjoy a more enjoyable one-day tour of tourist attractions throughout Japan, starting in Tokyo.
9:30am: TOKYO STATION
Shinkansen: Tokyo → Odawara
10:00am: ODAWARA KIRARI(WEARING KIMONO EXPERIENCE)
Let's walking around town in a photogenic kimono at Odawara! The store offers a large selection of kimonos, zori (Japanese sandals), and more.
12:00pm: SEIKANTEI
Enjoy sushi dishes made with local ingredients in a café converted from a warehouse.
2:00pm: ODAWARA CASTLE
Odawara Castle in Kanagawa Prefecture’s Odawara City is a reconstructed fortress that transports visitors to Japan's feudal era. Known for its majestic stone walls and iconic keep, the castle reflects the architecture and cultural significance of the Edo period.
3:30pm: MINAKA ODAWARA
Odawara New Castle Town, which has an Edo-style atmosphere, and Minaka Odawara, which is divided into two tower buildings, offer a wide variety of shops, mainly food and beverage outlets. The main stores of kamaboko (fish cake) stand in the eaves of the street, and visitors can freely walk around without any walls or enclosures.
5:30pm: ODAWARA STATION
Shinkansen: Odawara → Tokyo
11:00am: WAYANPURI
Head spas, originating in Asia, are popular for promoting beauty and health by massaging the scalp to improve blood circulation. Tokyo, in particular, hosts a notable concentration of specialty head spa salons, making it a go-to destination for this relaxing and rejuvenating treatment.
12:30pm: MAGIC RESTAURANT AND BAR GIOIA GINZA
Enjoy a delightful course of Italian cuisine paired with a unique and captivating magic show.
2:00pm: GINZA SHAVING
While shaving is often associated with men’s beards, it has become increasingly common for women to shave their faces as well. Skilled barbers can not only remove fine facial hair but also exfoliate by gently removing dead skin cells, which is a key reason behind its growing popularity.
3:00pm: AN TOKYO JAPANESE CULTURE EXPERIENCE
Ginza Line : Ginza → Kanda
The Japanese tea ceremony, known as sadō or chanoyu, is a cultural tradition centered around the ceremonial preparation and serving of powdered green tea, or matcha. A tea ceremony experience where you can enjoy matcha green tea and confections while listening to a commentary. You can prepare your own matcha green tea and enjoy it with Japanese confections, all while listening to an expert’s commentary.
9:00am: TOKYO STATION
Shinkansen: Tokyo → Karuizawa
Bus: Karuizawa → Kyu-Karuizawa
10:10am: KARUIZAWA SHAW MEMORIAL CHURCH
Alexander Croft Shaw House and Memorial Chapel are testament to Karuizawa’s cosmopolitan origins as a summer getaway from Tokyo for expatriates and Japanese elite.
10:40am: KARUIZAWA UNION CHURCH
A church which was established in the Meiji Period (in 1897) by the design of W. M. Vories. Located behind Karuizawa tennis court, the beautiful architecture intertwines with the rustic woodland to add warmth to the trees surrounding it.
11:00am: KONOE LANE
Konoe lane offers many spots to enjoy the gifts of nature, such as the Wild Bird Wood, the crystal-clear Sengataki Waterfall, and the murmuring Yukawa River.
11:30am: SUWA SHRINE
A shrine located near Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza. The moss covered torii-gate intertwines with the surrounding nature to create a beautifully mystical atmosphere. You can retrieve happiness after your visit to this well known power spot.
12:00pm: MAMPEI HOTEL
Lunch & hotel tour in a historic building
3:30pm: KARUIZAWA PRINCE SHOPPING PLAZA
Taxi: Mampei Hotel → Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
This shopping mall is located in a vast area on the south side of Karuizawa Station. Amidst a rich natural setting, the mall offers a variety of approximately 200 stores, including famous brand outlets, interior goods, sundries, outdoor goods, and more.
5:30pm: KARUIZAWA STATION
Shinkansen: Karuizawa → Tokyo
9:30am: TOKYO STATION
Yamanote Line: Tokyo → Shibuya
10:30am: YOGA TREE
Morning yoga lesson at a studio that has been teaching yoga in Tokyo in Japanese and English for many years.
12:00pm: IVY PLACE
This at-home restaurant surrounded by luscious forest green gives off a nostalgic ambiance.
1:00pm: EXPLORING DAIKANYAMA
Daikanyama is a trendy neighborhood in Tokyo, known for its stylish atmosphere, boutique shops, and relaxed vibe,contrasting with the nearby bustling Shibuya area.
3:00pm: BETTY SMITH EBISU WORKSHOP
At Ebisu Workshop, visitors can create custom denim by selecting buttons and rivets inspired by the renowned Okayama (Japan's representative denim production area) jeans, offering a hands-on experience in quality Japanese denim craftsmanship.
4:00pm: MIYAKOSHIYA COFFEE
Experience dog latte art at Miyakoshiya Coffee (Yebisu Garden Place), a coffee shop where you can enjoy delicious coffee made with a slow and deep roasting method and the skill of an expert master.
9:40am: SHINAGAWA STATION
Shinkansen: Shinagawa → Odawara
Bus: Odawara → Kojiri
12:00pm: MIYOSHI
Lunch at a soba restaurant that prides itself on soba noodles made exclusively from Hokkaido buckwheat flour.
1:00pm: LAKE ASHI
Lake Ashi, located in Hakone, is a stunning crater lake formed by volcanic activity around 3,000 years ago, offering breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and a serene atmosphere.
2:00pm: TOGENDAI
Hakone Ropeway: Togendai → Owakudani
2:30pm: OWAKUDANI
Owakudani, the crater from Hakone Volcano's last phreatic eruption 3,000 years ago, remains a famous viewpoint in Hakone. Nearby, the Owakudani area features active volcanic hot springs and unique geological formations, making it a popular destination for those seeking to experience Japan's natural beauty and geothermal wonders.
3:20pm: OWAKUDANI STATION
Bus: Owakudani → Yunessun
3:40pm: MOTOYU MORINOYU
Hakone, a popular hot spring resort town near Tokyo, exemplifies this culture with its numerous onsen facilities, stunning views of Mount Fuji, and traditional ryokan inns, making it a perfect destination for both locals and tourists to experience the essence of Japanese hot spring bathing.
5:40pm: ODAWARA STATION
Bus: Kowakien → Odawara Sta.
Shinkansen: Odawara → Shinagawa
11:30am: TOKYO STATION
Marunouchi Line to Tozai Line: Tokyo → Otemachi → Kagurazaka
12:00pm: YAYOI KUSAMA ART MUSEUM
The Yayoi Kusama Museum immerses visitors in Kusama's iconic world of polka dots and infinity spaces, with rotating exhibitions of her work. The museum features approximately 600 works by Yayoi Kusama, a world-renowned artist known for her distinctive mesh and polka dot patterns.
1:30pm: RIDE (OCEAN STYLE RESTAURANT)
Oedo Line to Saikyo Line / Rinkai Line (Through train): Ushigome Yanagicho → Shinjuku → Tennozu Isle
Gastropub & Dining overlooking the Tennoz Isle Canal.
The restaurant offers a daily lunch menu, as well as a daily pasta menu and a special Southeast Asian oriental red curry. The restaurant's recommendation is the meat platter prepared on the wood-fired grill.
2:30pm: TERRADA ART COMPLEX
TERRADA Art Complex on Tennozu Isle gathers multiple galleries, including SCAI PARK and ANOMALY, making it a central hub for exploring innovative exhibitions and emerging artists.
5:00pm: TENNOZ PIER
Cab on a Waterfront: Tennoz Pier → Nihonbashi
6:30pm: NIHONBASHI OTAKO
A Nihonbashi restaurant specialising in Kanto-style oden, Otako stews its ingredients in a dark stock that strikes a perfect balance between salty and sweet. Enjoy oden, the perfect dish for cold weather.
1:30pm: HOT ENZYME BATH KIPOLA
Relieve travel fatigue in a detoxifying enzyme bath made from Japanese cypress, a unique wood known for its soothing properties.
3:00pm: KANNONYAMA FRUIT PARLOUR
Savor exquisite fruit parfaits from Japan, crafted to be as beautiful as they are delicious.
4:00pm: MARUNOUCHI ILLUMINATION
Taxi: Kannonyama Fruit Parlor → Marunouchi
Marunouchi Illumination is one of Tokyo's most beloved winter light displays, featuring approximately 820,000 champagne gold LED lights adorning over 286 trees along the picturesque Nakadori Street. This enchanting event runs from mid-November to mid-February, creating a magical atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists to enjoy the stunning nighttime views of the city.
6:00pm: SUIGIAN
Taxi: Marunouchi → Suigian
Suigian, in Tokyo's historic Nihonbashi district, offers a unique fusion of fine dining and traditional Japanese performing arts. Guests enjoy exquisite kaiseki meals while watching live performances on a Noh stage, featuring Noh theater, Kyogen comedy, and other classical arts.
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