33 days in Japan Itinerary

Step off the beaten path and head to Mt. Yotei and Fukidashi Park. Explore Kutchan-cho's surroundings by going to Rusutsu Resort Ski (in Rusutsu-mura), Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery (in Yoichi-cho) and Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area (in Niseko-cho). categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. There's more to do: hit the slopes at Niseko Village Ski Resort and head outdoors with Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Kutchan-cho visit planning website.

Stuttgart, Germany to Kutchan-cho is an approximately 20.5-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from Stuttgart to Kutchan-cho. Traveling from Stuttgart in March, expect nights in Kutchan-cho to be about the same, around -1°C, while days are slightly colder, around 1°C. On the 17th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Matsue.

Explore hidden gems such as Kamosu Shrine and Izumotaisha mae Station. Get out of town with these interesting Matsue side-trips: Izumo (Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse, Inasa Beach, &more) and Adachi Museum of Art (in Yasugi). There's lots more to do: admire the natural beauty at Matsue Vogel Park, explore the activities along Shinji Lake, admire the masterpieces at Shimane Art Museum, and indulge in Japan's hot spring tradition at Tamatsukuri Onsen.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Matsue trip planner.

You can do a combination of train and flight from Kutchan-cho to Matsue in 9 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from Kutchan-cho in March, expect Matsue to be somewhat warmer, temps between 15°C and 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Yakushima-cho.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): enjoy the sand and surf at Nagata Inakahama, then hike along Seibu Trail, then admire the sheer force of Oko no Taki Fall, and finally stop by Pontankan. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Wilson Stump, identify plant and animal life at Okinasugi, then make a trip to Taikoiwa, then take in breathtaking views at Shiratani Unsuikyo Valley, and finally don't miss a visit to Jōmon Sugi.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Yakushima-cho trip planning site.

You can fly from Matsue to Yakushima-cho in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. Traveling from Matsue in March, things will get a bit warmer in Yakushima-cho: highs are around 20°C and lows about 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Takachiho-cho.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Manai Falls and Aso Milk Road. Change things up with these side-trips from Takachiho-cho: Shirakawa Springs (in Minamiaso-mura), Aso (Daikanbo Overlook & Kusasenrigahama) and Thermal Spas (in Minamioguni-machi). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Harajiri Falls, get great views at Hyugasaki Umagase, explore the historical opulence of Ruins of Oka Castle National Historic Site, and take in breathtaking views at Takachiho Gorge.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Takachiho-cho trip planner.

Do a combination of ferry, train, and car from Yakushima-cho to Takachiho-cho in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Yakushima-cho in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Takachiho-cho, with lows of 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel to Motobu-cho.

Step off the beaten path and head to Busena Beach and Kouri Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Onna-son (Onna Station Nakayukui Market, Blue Cave, &more), Cape Zampa (in Yomitan-son) and Kunigami-son (Okuma Beach, Cape Hedo, &more). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Tropical Dream Center, step off the mainland to explore Sesoko Jima, kick back and relax at Emerald Beach, and take in the pleasant sights at Bise no Fukugi Tree Road.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Motobu-cho trip planner.

Do a combination of flight and bus from Takachiho-cho to Motobu-cho in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus, train, and flight. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Takachiho-cho in March: high temperatures in Motobu-cho hover around 24°C and lows are around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to travel to Ishigaki.

Explore hidden gems such as Rhizophoraceae Plant Community of Fukidogawa River and Ubutaki Lookouts. Explore Ishigaki's surroundings by going to Kohama-jima (Kubazaki Beach, Nawa Insect Museum Haimurubushi, &more). And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Island Countryside Settlement, stop by Yurateiku Market, enjoy the sand and surf at Kondoi Beach, and make a trip to Cape Ongazaki.

For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, use the Ishigaki online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Motobu-cho to Ishigaki takes 5 hours. Traveling from Motobu-cho in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Ishigaki, with lows of 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to catch the ferry to Iriomote-jima.

On the 4th (Tue), take in the dramatic scenery at Pinaisara Falls, skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, and then head off the coast to Iriomote Island. Keep things going the next day: head outdoors with Shirahama Port, kick back and relax at Ida no Hama Beach, head off the coast to Barasu Island, then kick back and relax at Hoshisuna Beach, and finally steep yourself in history at Wasurenaishi.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Iriomote-jima day trip app.

Traveling by ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote-jima takes 1.5 hours. In April in Iriomote-jima, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel to Miyakojima.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Nishihenna Cape and Yabiji. And it doesn't end there: take in the pleasant sights at Imugya Marine Garden, head off the coast to Ikema-jima Island, contemplate the long history of Tomori no Amai, and walk around Miyakojima Marine Park.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Miyakojima trip maker app.

Getting from Iriomote-jima to Miyakojima by combination of ferry and flight takes about 4 hours. In April, daytime highs in Miyakojima are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Ise.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Futami Okitama Shrine, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Toba Aquarium, and then make a trip to Meotoiwa Rocks. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sarutahiko Shrine, contemplate the long history of Oharai-machi, then get to know the fascinating history of Ise Shrine Geku, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Tsukiyominomiya, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Mt. Yokoyama Observation Deck.

For other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Ise trip builder tool.

Getting from Miyakojima to Ise by flight takes about 4 hours. In April, Ise is a bit cooler than Miyakojima - with highs of 19°C and lows of 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Nachikatsura-cho.

On the 12th (Wed), walk around Nachi Highland Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Seiganto-ji Temple, admire the sheer force of Nachi Mitaki Falls, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hirou Shrine, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kumano Nachi Taisha, and finally don't miss a visit to Daimonzaka. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Sato Haruo Memoria Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamikura Shrine, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and finally don't miss a visit to Hashigui Rock.

To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Nachikatsura-cho itinerary planner.

You can drive from Ise to Nachikatsura-cho in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in April, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.