60 days in Japan & Honolulu Itinerary
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Start: Newark, United States
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Honolulu, United States
— 6 nights
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Sapporo, Japan
— 3 nights
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Nagoya, Japan
— 5 nights
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Kyoto, Japan
— 6 nights
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Osaka, Japan
— 5 nights
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Kobe, Japan
— 5 nights
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Hiroshima, Japan
— 5 nights
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Oda, Japan
— 2 nights
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Matsuyama, Japan
— 3 nights
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Kagoshima, Japan
— 1 night
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Nagasaki, Japan
— 5 nights
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Iriomote-jima, Japan
— 1 night
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Ishigaki, Japan
— 5 nights
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Tokyo, Japan
— 6 nights
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Honolulu, United States — 6 nights

Big Pineapple
Explore Honolulu's surroundings by going to Haleiwa (Waimea Valley, Waimea Bay, &more), Makaha Beach Park (in Waianae) and Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument (in Pupukea). The adventure continues: take in the pleasant sights at Diamond Head State Monument, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, get engrossed in the history at USS Arizona Memorial, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Waikiki Beach.
To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip planner.
Newark to Honolulu is an approximately 11-hour flight. Traveling from Newark to Honolulu, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Newark in May: high temperatures in Honolulu hover around 84°F and lows are around 71°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Sapporo.
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To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip planner.
Newark to Honolulu is an approximately 11-hour flight. Traveling from Newark to Honolulu, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Newark in May: high temperatures in Honolulu hover around 84°F and lows are around 71°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Sapporo.
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Sapporo, Japan — 3 nights
CIty of Ramen
Change things up with these side-trips from Sapporo: Otaru (Temiya Park, Shibusawa Soko, &more), Leksand Memorial Park (in Tobetsu-cho) and Hamanasunooka Park (in Ishikari). There's lots more to do: walk around Hiraoka Park, get in on the family fun at Sapporo Satoland, explore the activities along Moerenuma Park, and admire the striking features of Former Numata Family Warehouse.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Sapporo road trip website.
You can fly from Honolulu to Sapporo in 13 hours. The time zone changes from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) to Japan Standard Time (JST), which is usually a 19 hour difference. Traveling from Honolulu in May, you will find days in Sapporo are colder (58°F), and nights are a bit cooler (54°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Nagoya.
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To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Sapporo road trip website.
You can fly from Honolulu to Sapporo in 13 hours. The time zone changes from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) to Japan Standard Time (JST), which is usually a 19 hour difference. Traveling from Honolulu in May, you will find days in Sapporo are colder (58°F), and nights are a bit cooler (54°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Nagoya.
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Nagoya, Japan — 5 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Nabana no Sato (in Kuwana), Mikimoto Pearl Island (in Toba) and Ise (Okage Yokocho, Ise Grand Shrine, &more). The adventure continues: stroll around Chubu Park, let little ones run wild at Kasumi Yumekujira Park, steep yourself in history at Seinan Sumiyagura, and explore the world behind art at Tokugawa Art Museum.
For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Nagoya road trip planning site.
You can fly from Sapporo to Nagoya in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Sapporo in May, things will get somewhat warmer in Nagoya: highs are around 70°F and lows about 63°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Kyoto.
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For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Nagoya road trip planning site.
You can fly from Sapporo to Nagoya in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Sapporo in May, things will get somewhat warmer in Nagoya: highs are around 70°F and lows about 63°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Kyoto.
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Kyoto, Japan — 6 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Todai-ji Temple (in Nara) and Byodoin (in Uji). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, awaken your taste buds at Kyoto Insider Sake Experience, contemplate the long history of Sanjusangendo Temple, and make a trip to Nijo Castle.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Kyoto trip itinerary planning site.
You can take a train from Nagoya to Kyoto in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Nagoya in May: highs in Kyoto hover around 77°F, while lows dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to take a train to Osaka.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Kyoto trip itinerary planning site.
You can take a train from Nagoya to Kyoto in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Nagoya in May: highs in Kyoto hover around 77°F, while lows dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to take a train to Osaka.
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Osaka, Japan — 5 nights

Venture out of the city with trips to Nara (Kofuku-ji Temple, Todaiji Temple Cultural Center, &more), Aramaki Rose Garden (in Itami) and Koya-cho (Koyasan Danjo Garan, Hojoin Temple, &more). Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Universal Studios Japan, tour the pleasant surroundings at Nakanoshima Park, observe the fascinating underwater world at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and wander the streets of Dotombori District.
To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Osaka itinerary app.
Take a train from Kyoto to Osaka in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 77°F in May, and nighttime lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Kobe.
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To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Osaka itinerary app.
Take a train from Kyoto to Osaka in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 77°F in May, and nighttime lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Kobe.
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Kobe, Japan — 5 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Kobe side-trips: Himeji (Shoshazan Engyoji, Himeji Castle, &more), Hiokayama Park (in Kakogawa) and Yoneda Taishiji Temple (in Takasago). There's still lots to do: gain insight at Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution, examine the collection at Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum, don't miss a visit to Nunohiki River Valley, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Akamon Oneribei.
To find more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Kobe road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Osaka to Kobe takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Osaka, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kobe, ranging from highs of 71°F to lows of 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Hiroshima.
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To find more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Kobe road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Osaka to Kobe takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Osaka, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Kobe, ranging from highs of 71°F to lows of 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) to allow time 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: Kurashiki (Jizake no Izutsuya, Japanese Rural Toy Museum, &more), Hatsukaichi (Misen Wild Woods, Daishoin Temple, &more) and Miyajima (Momijidani Park & Mt. Misen). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima, explore the world behind art at Hiroshima Museum of Art, grab your bike and head to Tobishima Kaido, and take an in-depth tour of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
To see other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Hiroshima trip itinerary planner.
You can take a train from Kobe to Hiroshima in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and ferry. In June in Hiroshima, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 68°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Oda.
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To see other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Hiroshima trip itinerary planner.
You can take a train from Kobe to Hiroshima in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and ferry. In June in Hiroshima, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 68°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Oda.
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Oda, Japan — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 6th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Shimizudani Smelter Ruins. Here are some ideas for day two: stop by Gungendo Honten, make a trip to Omori Townscape, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kigami Shrine, appreciate the extensive heritage of Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, then make a trip to Sahimeyama Shrine, and finally take in the natural beauty of Yunotsu Onsen.
To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Oda online sightseeing planner.
Traveling by car from Hiroshima to Oda takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in June, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Matsuyama.
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To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Oda online sightseeing planner.
Traveling by car from Hiroshima to Oda takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in June, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Matsuyama.
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Matsuyama, Japan — 3 nights

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Matsuyama: Shikoku Karst Onogahara (in Seiyo), Sambaitani Falls (in Ozu) and Uchiko-cho (Izumidani Terraces, Streets in Yokaichi-Gokoku Areas, &more). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Matsuyama Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ishiteji, take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Ishizuchi, and identify plant and animal life at Namekawakeikoku.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Matsuyama journey maker site.
Traveling by car from Oda to Matsuyama takes 4.5 hours. In June in Matsuyama, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to fly to Kagoshima.
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To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Matsuyama journey maker site.
Traveling by car from Oda to Matsuyama takes 4.5 hours. In June in Matsuyama, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to fly to Kagoshima.
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Kagoshima, Japan — 1 night

Naples of the East
For ratings, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Kagoshima online travel route planner.
Traveling by flight from Matsuyama to Kagoshima takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in June, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Nagasaki.
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Traveling by flight from Matsuyama to Kagoshima takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in June, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Nagasaki.
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Nagasaki, Japan — 5 nights

City of Peace
Explore Nagasaki's surroundings by going to Sasebo (Nagasaki Prefectural Saikaibashi Park, Huis Ten Bosch, &more), Saikai (Onyoku Museum & Nagasaki Bio Park) and Akaeza (in Arita-cho). There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Kurokami, snap pictures at Nakashima River Bridges, and contemplate the long history of Imari Okawachiyama.
To see other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Nagasaki sightseeing planner.
You can take a train from Kagoshima to Nagasaki in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. June in Nagasaki sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 69°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can travel to Iriomote-jima.
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To see other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Nagasaki sightseeing planner.
You can take a train from Kagoshima to Nagasaki in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. June in Nagasaki sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 69°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can travel to Iriomote-jima.
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Iriomote-jima, Japan — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): head off the coast to Iriomote Island, then take a memorable tour with Tours, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Pinaisara Falls.
For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Iriomote-jima road trip website.
You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Nagasaki to Iriomote-jima in 7.5 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Nagasaki in June: high temperatures in Iriomote-jima hover around 89°F and lows are around 81°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to catch the ferry to Ishigaki.
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For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Iriomote-jima road trip website.
You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Nagasaki to Iriomote-jima in 7.5 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Nagasaki in June: high temperatures in Iriomote-jima hover around 89°F and lows are around 81°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to catch the ferry 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, head outdoors with Yonehara Beach, walk around Kabira Park, and take in panoramic vistas at Tamatorizaki Observatory.
For where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Ishigaki tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by ferry from Iriomote-jima to Ishigaki takes 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Ishigaki can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 81°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time to fly to Tokyo.
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For where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Ishigaki tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by ferry from Iriomote-jima to Ishigaki takes 1.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Ishigaki can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 81°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time to fly to Tokyo.
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Tokyo, Japan — 6 nights

Have a day of magic on the 29th (Sun) at Tokyo Disneyland. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine, admire the landmark architecture of Tokyo Tower, take a stroll through Odaiba District, and take in nature's colorful creations at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
For maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Tokyo road trip site.
Traveling by flight from Ishigaki to Tokyo takes 4.5 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Ishigaki in June, with highs in Tokyo at 79°F and lows at 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.
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For maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Tokyo road trip site.
Traveling by flight from Ishigaki to Tokyo takes 4.5 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Ishigaki in June, with highs in Tokyo at 79°F and lows at 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.
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