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Originally Posted by kaleidome
So I posted this msg on another forum, but only got one response, suggesting I visit Okayama/Takamatsu. I'd really appreciate if anyone here has any other suggestions!
So I'm going to be travelling to Japan from January 6 - February 10 2012 and am having a few problems planning my trip.
I've been to Japan twice before and have visited; Kyoto, Tokyo, Hiroshima, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Takayama and Kanazawa.
I'm using a foreigner air pass so can travel anywhere in Japan - transport isn't a problem.
Basically I need help/suggestions on what to do in the periods when I'm by myself, and maybe even the week when I'm with my friend.
Jan 5 - 11: Tokyo
11 - 15: ???
15 - 22: Hokkaido
23 - 29: Me & My friend in maybe Tokyo ???
30 - Feb 4: ???
4 - 10: Hokkaido
I'm guessing because I'm visited in Jan, it's not worth going to any of the smaller islands? Hiking/Beaches aren't really an option because of the weather right?
Some points:
Ideas for day/2 day trips are welcome!
If possible I'd like it to maybe be an area where snow is less likely. I love scenic gardens, but don't really wanna tramp around in the snow to see them.
For some of the time, I'd like to visit somewhere where there's temples/shrines (not Kyoto.) I really love the whole peaceful vibe thing and would like to have some "me-time" staying in a Ryokan near temples. I'm not too fussed about Onsens as I'll be doing that with friends up North. Also - I've seen Mt Fuji, and don't need to revisit it. Castles and historical buildings also interest me.
I'm 24, so would also like to spend some time in a place where there's fun things to do/good entertainment disctrict. Any ideas outside of Tokyo?
This also ties in to what me and my friend will do for our week away. I think we'll be in Tokyo for part of it - but I'd love to go somewhere else with her. We like the nightlife, and shopping. She's on a little bit of a budget, so we wouldn't want anything too pricey.
I'd also like us to go on a 2 day trip to a scenic area, maybe near Tokyo? Not sure where though.
So yes. Again I apologise for the length of this. I know it's so hard to suggest places to people. I'm just a bit stuck this time, considering the weather, and the fact I've seen more of the Touristy side of Japan.
Any advice would be HUGELY welcome!
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What about Osaka/Kobe/Kyoto for the 11-15??
John's suggestion of a 2 days trip at Nikko is great, I will add a day to relax in Kinugawa
Fun place around Tokyo - I sill say Yokohama... There are all kind of things to do in Yokohama...