60 days in Japan & Honolulu Itinerary

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Tokyo, Japan
— 6 nights
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Ishigaki, Japan
— 5 nights
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Iriomote-jima, Japan
— 1 night
Ferry to 石垣港離島ターミナル, Fly to Miyakojima
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Miyakojima, Japan
— 1 night
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Nagasaki, Japan
— 5 nights
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Hiroshima, Japan
— 5 nights
Drive to Kure, Ferry to Matsuyama
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Matsuyama, Japan
— 2 nights
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Kobe, Japan
— 5 nights
Drive
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Fukuchiyama, Japan
— 2 nights
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Osaka, Japan
— 5 nights
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Kyoto, Japan
— 6 nights
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Nagoya, Japan
— 5 nights
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Sapporo, Japan
— 3 nights
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Honolulu, United States
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Tokyo, Japan — 6 nights

Tokyo is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in nature's colorful creations at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, admire the landmark architecture of Tokyo Tower, have some family-friendly fun at Owl Cafe Akiba Fukurou, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Senso-ji Temple.

To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Tokyo trip itinerary planner.

Newark, USA to Tokyo is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 14 hours traveling from Newark to Tokyo. Traveling from Newark in April, Tokyo is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Ishigaki.
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Ishigaki, Japan — 5 nights

Ishigaki is known for nature, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see what's hidden on the seafloor at Prime Scuba Ishigaki Diving Center - Day Tour, get engrossed in the history at Ishigaki Yaima Village, make a trip to Rhizophoraceae Plant Community of Fukidogawa River, and Head underground at Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave.

For ratings, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Ishigaki road trip planner.

You can fly from Tokyo to Ishigaki in 4.5 hours. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Tokyo in April; daily highs in Ishigaki reach 78°F and lows reach 70°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to ride a ferry to Iriomote-jima.
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Iriomote-jima, Japan — 1 night

On the 14th (Mon), scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, head off the coast to Iriomote Island, and then admire the sheer force of Nara no Taki Falls.

To see ratings, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Iriomote-jima tour planning site.

Ride a ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote-jima in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in April, and nighttime lows around 70°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to travel to Miyakojima.
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Miyakojima, Japan — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Soedo Sagaribana, take in the views from Irabu Ohashi, take in the views from Ikema Ohashi Bridge, make a trip to Toomidai, then head off the coast to Ogami Island, and finally head outdoors with Sunayama Beach.

For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Miyakojima trip itinerary planning website.

Do a combination of ferry and flight from Iriomote-jima to Miyakojima in 4 hours. In April, daytime highs in Miyakojima are 77°F, while nighttime lows are 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to fly to Nagasaki.
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Nagasaki, Japan — 5 nights

City of Peace

Venture out of the city with trips to Naminoyu Akane (in Unzen), Sasebo (Huis Ten Bosch, Nagasaki Prefectural Saikaibashi Park, &more) and Nagasaki Bio Park (in Saikai). There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, stroll around Nagasaki Peace Park, don't miss a visit to Hongouchi Lourdes, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt. Inasa.

To see where to stay, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Nagasaki trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Miyakojima to Nagasaki takes 3.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Miyakojima in April; daily highs in Nagasaki reach 67°F and lows reach 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Hiroshima.
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Hiroshima, Japan — 5 nights

City of Peace

Get out of town with these interesting Hiroshima side-trips: Ohara Museum of Art (in Kurashiki), Hatsukaichi (Daishoin Temple, Itsukushima Shrine, &more) and Okayama Korakuen Garden (in Okayama). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima, pause for some photo ops at Peace Flame, see the interesting displays at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and explore the world behind art at Hiroshima Museum of Art.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Hiroshima trip planner.

You can take a train from Nagasaki to Hiroshima in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in April, and nighttime lows around 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can travel to Matsuyama.
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Matsuyama, Japan — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): admire the verdant scenery at Omogo Valley, look for all kinds of wild species at Namekawakeikoku, then contemplate the waterfront views at Shirai Fall, then make a trip to Kamihayashi Mizunomoto Somen-nagashi, and finally see the interesting displays at Tobeyaki Traditional Industry Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Sun): stroll around Matsuyama Park, step into the grandiose world of Matsuyama Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ishiteji, then see the interesting displays at Seki Museum, and finally step off the mainland to explore Nogutsunajima Island.

To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Matsuyama trip planner.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Hiroshima to Matsuyama in 2 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In April, daytime highs in Matsuyama are 64°F, while nighttime lows are 53°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Kobe.
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Kobe, Japan — 5 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Takarazuka City Historical Museum Old Wada House (in Takarazuka), Himeji (Otokoyama Haisuiike Park, Himeji Castle, &more) and Hara Hirone Road (in Inagawa-cho). There's lots more to do: deepen your understanding at Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution, don't miss a visit to Ono Cherry Blossom Corridor, appreciate the views at Mukogawa Valley, and take in the pleasant sights at Kobe Gas Light Street (Ampan Man Street).

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read Kobe travel route planning website.

You can fly from Matsuyama to Kobe in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Fukuchiyama.
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Fukuchiyama, Japan — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): indulge in some personalized pampering at Fukuchiyama Onsen Yoro no Yu, wander the wide-open spaces of Ayabe Fureai Farm, then stroll around Oeyama Onigawara Park, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Onitakeinari Shrine, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tenneiji Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll around Kitaharima Yokamura Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Aotama Shrine, make a trip to Awaga Shrine, then take in the pleasant sights at Takeda Teramachi Street, and finally stroll around Shirai Omachi Fuji Park.

For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Fukuchiyama road trip tool.

Traveling by car from Kobe to Fukuchiyama takes 1.5 hours. In May in Fukuchiyama, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 62°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can go by car to Osaka.
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Osaka, Japan — 5 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Osaka: Nara (Kofuku-ji Temple 5 Stories Pagoda, Kofuku-ji Temple, &more), Koya-cho (Torodo Temple, Healing Space Koyasan Uguisu Seitaiin, &more) and Mt. Yoshino (in Yoshino-cho). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Osaka Castle, walk around Kemasakuranomiya Park, get in on the family fun at Universal Studios Japan, and stop by Jikko Japanese Knife Shop Namba Skyo.

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You can drive from Fukuchiyama to Osaka in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 77°F in May, and nighttime lows around 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Kyoto.
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Kyoto, Japan — 6 nights

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kyoto: Todai-ji Temple (in Nara) and Yodo River Park Sewaritei District (in Yawata). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, make a trip to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, wander the streets of Gion, and visit Arashiyama.

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Kyoto trip planner.

You can take a train from Osaka to Kyoto in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 77°F, and evening lows to 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to catch the train to Nagoya.
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Nagoya, Japan — 5 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Nagoya: Begonia Garden (in Kuwana), Ai Chikyuhaku Kinenkan (in Nagakute) and Inuyama Castle (in Inuyama). There's lots more to do: stroll around Chubu Park, examine the collection at Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, explore the activities along Yamazaki River, and step into the grandiose world of Nagoya Castle.

For traveler tips, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Nagoya day trip planning app.

Getting from Kyoto to Nagoya by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Kyoto in May: highs in Nagoya hover around 70°F, while lows dip to 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Sapporo.
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Sapporo, Japan — 3 nights

CIty of Ramen

On the 21st (Wed), don't miss a visit to Former Numata Family Warehouse, take an in-depth tour of Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura), then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sapporo St. Michael's Church, then get a sense of history and politics at Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, and finally contemplate the long history of Important Cultural Properties at Hokkaido University Botanical Garden Museum. On the 22nd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Naritasan Sapporo Betsuin Shinei-ji Temple, take in panoramic vistas at Okurayama Lookout, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Maruyama Zoo, then admire the landmark architecture of Former Entomology Lab, and finally walk around Hokkaido University Central Lawn.

To see other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read Sapporo road trip planning app.

Getting from Nagoya to Sapporo by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Nagoya in May, expect Sapporo to be little chillier, temps between 58°F and 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) so you can fly to Honolulu.
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Honolulu, United States — 8 nights

Big Pineapple

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Honolulu: Haleiwa (Waimea Valley, Sunset Beach Park, &more). There's much more to do: stroll the grounds of USS Arizona Memorial, hike along Diamond Head State Monument, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and steep yourself in history at Iolani Palace.

For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip planning app.

You can fly from Sapporo to Honolulu in 13 hours. Traveling from Sapporo to Honolulu, you'll gain 19 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect much hotter weather when traveling from Sapporo in May: highs in Honolulu hover around 84°F, while lows dip to 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can fly back home.
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Land of the Rising Sun
Part of a volcanic archipelago that encompasses over 6,800 islands, Japan remains one of Asia's most fascinating tourist destinations, where a blend of modernity and tradition creates a look and feel completely different from any other place in the world. A tour of Japan lets you discover big cities filled with ancient temples and innovative skyscrapers, as well as quiet country landscapes dotted with castles, perfectly manicured gardens, cherry orchards, and primeval forests seemingly untouched by the hand of mass tourism. Many tourists on vacation in Japan devote lots of time to the country's unique cuisine, prepared with painstaking attention to detail and a genius for simple yet effective presentation.
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