35 days in Japan & Ios Itinerary

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

When in Tokyo, make a side trip to see Tokyo DisneySea in Maihama, approximately Maihama away. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine, admire the landmark architecture of Tokyo Tower, find something for the whole family at Tokyo Disneyland, and ponder the world of politics at Imperial Palace.

To find ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Tokyo day trip planning tool.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico to Tokyo is an approximately 19-hour combination of ferry and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 14 hours traveling from Playa del Carmen to Tokyo. Traveling from Playa del Carmen in January, things will get colder in Tokyo: highs are around 11°C and lows about 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Kanazawa.

An old castle town largely unspoiled during World War II, Kanazawa features well-preserved architecture spread across a range of districts.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kanazawa: Shirakawa-mura (Shirakawago Tajimake Yosan Sericulture Museum, Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen, &more). And it doesn't end there: take in nature's colorful creations at Kenrokuen Garden, see the interesting displays at Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Traditional Arts and Crafts, make a trip to Seisonkaku Villa, and explore the historical opulence of Kanazawa Castle.

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Kanazawa online travel planner.

You can fly from Tokyo to Kanazawa in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Tokyo in January: highs in Kanazawa hover around 7°C, while lows dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Thu) so you can go by car to Nagoya.

Known nationally as an industrial heartland, Nagoya boasts a far more cosmopolitan and cultural core than its reputation would lead you to believe.

Venture out of the city with trips to Spas (in Kuwana) and Ise (Kumihimo Hirai, Okageza, &more). Next up on the itinerary: observe the fascinating underwater world at Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium, explore the historical opulence of Nagoya Castle, steep yourself in history at Seinan Sumiyagura, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Nagoya trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Kanazawa to Nagoya takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can take a train to Kyoto.

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kyoto: Sunset Owl Cafe (in Sennichimae) and Dotombori District (in Dotombori). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sanjusangendo Temple, take a stroll through Gion, and stop by Arashiyama.

To see traveler tips and tourist information, read our Kyoto tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by train from Nagoya to Kyoto takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in January, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can catch the train to Hiroshima.

Grapple with history and appreciate modernity in Hiroshima, a city known around the world for its tragic past and inspiring rebirth.

Change things up with these side-trips from Hiroshima: Hatsukaichi (Paddle Park, Itsukushima Shrine, &more). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, admire the masterpieces at Hiroshima Museum of Art, admire the natural beauty at Shukkei-en Garden, and steep yourself in history at Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima.

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Getting from Kyoto to Hiroshima by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. February in Hiroshima sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Iriomote-jima.

Taketomicho Iriomote-Jima stands as the second largest island in Okinawa.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at Nakama-river Protected Region, then admire the sheer force of Pinaisara Falls, and then skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour. Keep things going the next day: head off the coast to Iriomote Island and then stroll through Funauki Village.

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You can do a combination of train, flight, and ferry from Hiroshima to Iriomote-jima in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Hiroshima in February, with highs in Iriomote-jima at 25°C and lows at 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to ride a ferry to Ishigaki.

Ishigaki, the most populous island in the chain, features the country's southernmost city and acts as a transport hub for exploring the landmasses that surround.

Ishigaki is known for nature, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Kabira Bay, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nosoko Mape, walk around Banna Park, and visit Ishigaki Port Ritoh Terminal.

To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Ishigaki online tour itinerary planner.

You can ride a ferry from Iriomote-jima to Ishigaki in 1.5 hours. February in Ishigaki sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Kadena-cho.

On the 13th (Sat), get interesting insight from Tours.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Ishigaki to Kadena-cho. Traveling from Ishigaki in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Kadena-cho, with lows of 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Motobu-cho.

Formed by the gradual merging of several old fishing villages, today the island town of Motobu-cho boasts paradisal beaches of white sand, clear waters, and a rich array of wildlife.

Get out of town with these interesting Motobu-cho side-trips: Onna-son (Cape Manzamo, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, &more), Ishiyama Viewing Platform (in Ogimi-son) and Nakijin-son (Kouri Ohashi & Kouri Ocean Tower). Next up on the itinerary: observe the fascinating underwater world at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, take in nature's colorful creations at Tropical Dream Center, walk around Okinawa Memorial Park Ocean Expo Park, and meet the residents at Okichan Theater.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Motobu-cho road trip planning tool.

Getting from Kadena-cho to Motobu-cho by car takes about 1.5 hours. February in Motobu-cho sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to travel to Ios.

Halfway between Naxos and Santorini lies tiny Ios, famous worldwide as one of the Aegean's liveliest nightlife hubs.

Step out of Ios with an excursion to The Virgin Pandohara Elytis in Sikinos--about 1 hour away. The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Manganari Beach, stroll through Kolitsani Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Agia Irini, and explore the ancient world of Archaeological Site of Skarkos.

To find photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Ios day trip planner.

Traveling by combination of bus, flight, and ferry from Motobu-cho to Ios takes 27 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, flight, shuttle, and ferry. Traveling from Motobu-cho to Ios, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Motobu-cho, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Ios, ranging from highs of 18°C to lows of 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can travel back home.