The 5-Day Japan Itinerary That Changed Everything
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The 5-Day Japan Itinerary That Changed Everything

Yuki Tanaka7 min read0 views4 months ago

A realistic 5-day Japan trip that hits the highlights without burning out.

Tokyo → Hiroshima → Osaka. This route gives you modern, history, and tradition in 5 days. Here's the exact itinerary with timing.


Day 1-2: Tokyo

Arrrive, sleep off jet lag, explore Shibuya and Shinjuku at night.


Day 3: Hiroshima

Take the Shinkansen bullet train (2.5 hrs). Spend the day at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Stay for sunset.


Day 4-5: Osaka

Relax. Eat okonomiyaki, visit Dotonbori, take a day trip to Kyoto (30 mins by train).


This itinerary balances must-see attractions with breathing room. You won't feel rushed.

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Yuki Tanaka

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