Japan 9 Days - Okinawa & Kyoto - April 2026

Fukushūen Garden

Naminoue Shrine

Tamagusuku Castle Ruins

Sefa Utaki

Shuri Kinjo Stone-Paved Road

Tsuboya Yachimun Street

Shuri Castle Park

Himeyuri Peace Museum

Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum

Yasaka Pagoda

Hanamikoji Street

Philosopher's Path

Kodai-ji Temple

Sanzen-in

Ruriko-in

Daitoku-ji Temple

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Haradani-en Garden

Kosho-ji Temple

Ojima island

奥武島 This area is famous for its seafood and has many cats. Although it's an island, you can reach it by car without needing a ferry. More info: visitokinawajapan.com/travel-inspiration/charms-ojima-island IG post: www.instagram.com/reel/C1ZWIjcSgdh

Yasaka Shrine

八坂神社 This is a historic shrine that has been guarding Kyoto since ancient times, even before the Heian period. The lantern illumination at night is beautiful. More post: www.yasaka-jinja.or.jp/en IG post: www.instagram.com/p/CfOmPVEFxPn #shrine

Gio-ji Temple

祇王寺

Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple

愛宕念仏寺 It's a temple with numerous stone statues seen in the early scenes of "Spirited Away." It also boasts beautiful autumn foliage and a serene bamboo grove to explore. More info: www.otagiji.com IG post: www.instagram.com/p/CjpzbLorzh1 #temple #autumn

Keage Incline

蹴上インクライン One of Kyoto's popular cherry blossom spots where you can capture both the railway tracks and cherry blossoms together. More info: biwakososui.city.kyoto.lg.jp/en/place/detail/23 IG post: www.instagram.com/p/C4dCrHuy4g-/?img_index=1 #sakura

Chion-in

知恩院 It is a large temple with a history of over 800 years. Due to its spacious grounds, you can enjoy sightseeing without feeling too crowded. More info: www.chion-in.or.jp/en IG post: www.instagram.com/p/C7jT-_9SJ8q/?img_index=4 #temple

Nanzenji Temple

南禅寺 During the autumn foliage season, you can enjoy the vibrant red leaves surrounding the large Sanmon gate. At other times of the year, it tends to be relatively quiet and enjoyable. More info: www.japan.travel/en/spot/1175 IG post: www.instagram.com/p/CzyWMZ2S1ri/?img_index=10 #temple #autumn

Sueyoshigu

Coordinates: 26.2302,127.7141

Gion Shirakawa

祇園白川 It's an area with a nostalgic atmosphere where traditional townhouses with lattice-patterned red shutters line the cobblestone streets of Gion. More info: souda-kyoto.jp/guide/spot/gionshirakawa.html IG post: www.instagram.com/p/CjIV__hrih1 #architecture

Yagiya (Okinawa soba)

屋宜家 (沖縄そば・やぎや) You can enjoy Okinawa soba in a traditional Okinawan house. The Asa Soba is a popular dish here. More info: www.ne.jp/asahi/to/yagiya IG post: www.instagram.com/reel/C16slp9Sm6x #food

Byodoin

平等院 Byodo-in is a World Heritage site. Its distinctive feature is the hall built to appear as if it is floating on the pond. The beauty, reminiscent of a palace built in paradise, has captivated viewers since ancient times. More info: www.byodoin.or.jp/en IG post; www.instagram.com/p/CjIV__hrih1 #temple

Giwon Komori

ぎをん 小森 You can enjoy sweets centered around matcha (green tea). More info: www.giwon-komori.com IG post: www.instagram.com/p/Cj5RLgbL39R/?img_index=6 #cafe

Chao Chao Sanjo Kiyamachi

Coordinates: 35.0084,135.7706 #gyoza