Japan 17 Days - Solo Tokyo, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Osaka & Hiroshima - November 2026

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo

Full day. Harry Potter studio experience.

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest temple. Walk through Nakamise shopping street.

Harry Potter Shop Harajuku

Official Harry Potter merch shop.

Sengaku-ji

Graves of the 47 Ronin. Key samurai history site.

Kameido Tenjin Shrine

Turtle shrine! Known for wisteria and turtles in the pond.

Tokyo National Museum

Samurai armor, swords, and cultural artifacts.

Imperial Palace East Gardens

Free to enter. Beautiful grounds.

Meiji Shrine

Serene forested shrine in Harajuku.

Godzilla Head

Life-size Godzilla head on top of Toho Cinemas Shinjuku.

teamLab Borderless

Immersive digital art. Book tickets in advance.

Tokyo DisneySea

Full day with Happy Entry from resort hotel.

Tokyo Disneyland

Full day.

Kenroku-en

One of Japan's three great gardens. Stunning autumn colors in November.

Nagamachi Samurai District

Historic samurai residences. Evening stroll.

Higashi Chaya District

Old geisha quarter. 10 min walk from Kenrokuen. Don't skip!

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Go early morning to avoid crowds.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Also check out the scenic railway and Hozugawa boat ride.

Samurai Kembu Theater

Sword fighting performance and experience.

Enkōji Temple

Beautiful autumn foliage temple.

Kamogawa Delta

Turtle-shaped stepping stones! Fun photo spot.

Ryōan-ji

Famous zen rock garden.

Sanjūsangendō

1001 golden Kannon statues. Incredible.

Ninenzaka

Historic walking streets. Atmospheric at dusk for the lantern walk.

Shisen-dō

Peaceful poet's retreat with a lovely garden.

Shōren-in

Blue light illumination in autumn.

Anrakuji Temple

Small, quiet temple. Lovely garden.

Osaka Castle

Community tip: Don't go inside. Exterior and park are the real draw.

Dotonbori

Neon-lit food paradise. Evening visit.

Universal Studios Japan

Focus on Japan-exclusive attractions. Could easily fill a full day.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

One of the world's largest aquariums.

Himeji Castle

Japan's most spectacular castle. Allow 3+ hours including Koko-en gardens.

Atomic Bomb Dome

UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Arrive early to avoid crowds. Very moving.

Itsukushima Shrine

Famous floating torii gate.

Daishō-in

Peaceful temple with forest paths on Miyajima.

Kappabashi Street

Kitchen supply street. Shops close early, plan accordingly!

Kōdaiji Temple

21st Century Museum

#architecture

Kiyomizudera Temple

清水寺 One of the most famous temple in Japan. The autumn foliage season is incredibly beautiful, but it gets so crowded that you might feel like you're being squeezed by the crowds. More info: https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/en/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj5RLgbL39R/ #autumn #sakura #temple

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: https://souda-kyoto.jp/guide/spot/gionshirakawa.html IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CjIV__hrih1/ #architecture

Kanazawa Castle

金沢城 Next to Kenrokuen, there is a park centered around a reconstructed castle. Inside the castle, you can learn about castle architecture and its construction techniques. More info: https://www.pref.ishikawa.jp/siro-niwa/kanazawajou/e/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct1Q9KHy_9B/?img_index=3 #castle

Omicho Market

近江町市場 Ishikawa Prefecture is also famous for its seafood, so if you're looking to enjoy delicious seafood, be sure to visit! More info: https://visitkanazawa.jp/en/restaurants/detail_10030.html IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct1Q9KHy_9B/?img_index=6 #food

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: https://www.japan.travel/en/spot/1175/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CzyWMZ2S1ri/?img_index=10 #temple #autumn

Nomura Samurai Family Residence

武家屋敷跡 野村家 It is located within the Nagamachi Samurai District.The historic buildings and gardens have harmonized beautifully over the years, creating a serene and truly beautiful atmosphere. More info: https://visitkanazawa.jp/en/attractions/detail_50073.html IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C34-1R5yTZ1/?img_index=6 #architecture

Toei Kyoto Studio Park

東映太秦映画村 It’s a theme park where you can experience old Japanese townscapes, as well as enjoy ninja experiences and transformation experiences (costume dress-up). More info: https://global.toei-eigamura.com/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DALbrQsShTF/

Nambayasaka Shrine

Hiroshima Castle

広島城 More info: https://www.rijo-castle.jp/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CbzwGThrm2Y/

Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Monogatari Ekimae Hiroba

ひろしまお好み物語 駅前ひろば More info: https://www.facebook.com/ekimaehiroba/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Csi1grvSo6Z/ #food

Kuromon Market

黒門市場 If you want to enjoy eating while walking through a market in Osaka, this is the place to go. Recently, many vendors cater more to tourists than to locals. More info: https://kuromon.com/en/ #food

Gotokuji Temple

豪徳寺 It's famous as the temple where the maneki neko originated. More info: https://gotokuji.jp/en/ IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/B7nypQdAuwu/ #temple