Holidays in Japan

[ozruben]

Hi there!

Planning a 10-day-trip to Japan, starting next week. My initial plan is to spend 5/6 days in Tokyo and 4/5 days in Kyoto, is that too much time in either city. Should I consider to visit other cities on the Tokyo-Kyoto route??
Any tips would be very welcome. Thanks in advance guys!

[MMM]

You can do Kyoto in 2 good days. Add Nara and maybe Osaka and Kobe to your schedule...depending on what you are interested in.

[godwine]

Second what MMM said. Add another day if you planned to complete the Fhusimi Inari trail, but otherwise, kyoto will last you 2 days at most.... Osaka will be another 2 days

[Paul11]

Depends on your interests. I've done many days on Kyoto and still haven't seen enough. But MMM's suggesion of seeing Nara is a good idea. But Kobe? I've only been through it, but I couldn't find anything I would like to see on thier tourism website or in travel guides.

Osaka was a great city to visit when I lived near it. We would go there to play, but I'm not sure there's so much to see there if your only in Japan for a short time. There's an aquarium, but there's one in every country.

What are your interests? History? Culture? Architecture? Manga?

[godwine]

Originally Posted by Paul11

Depends on your interests. I've done many days on Kyoto and still haven't seen enough. But MMM's suggesion of seeing Nara is a good idea. But Kobe? I've only been through it, but I couldn't find anything I would like to see on thier tourism website or in travel guides.

Osaka was a great city to visit when I lived near it. We would go there to play, but I'm not sure there's so much to see there if your only in Japan for a short time. There's an aquarium, but there's one in every country.

What are your interests? History? Culture? Architecture? Manga?

There isn't much to see in Kobe except for the port. I would spend a few more hours and head to Himeji instead

[ozruben]

Originally Posted by ozruben

Hi there!

Planning a 10-day-trip to Japan, starting next week. My initial plan is to spend 5/6 days in Tokyo and 4/5 days in Kyoto, is that too much time in either city. Should I consider to visit other cities on the Tokyo-Kyoto route??
Any tips would be very welcome. Thanks in advance guys!

That's great guys, I really appreciate your quick and informative replies!

Well, I think I will give Nara a try, as well as Osaka. I am pretty much an urban person, like the hustle and bustle of the cities.

As for Tokyo? Any suggestions on must sees around Tokio. I think I will give Mt Fuji a miss, I'd rather do people watching than hikking I'm very much into traditional architecture, as well as comtemporary/modern.

Thank you so much. Cheers

[godwine]

Originally Posted by ozruben

That's great guys, I really appreciate your quick and informative replies!

Well, I think I will give Nara a try, as well as Osaka. I am pretty much an urban person, like the hustle and bustle of the cities.

As for Tokyo? Any suggestions on must sees around Tokio. I think I will give Mt Fuji a miss, I'd rather do people watching than hikking I'm very much into traditional architecture, as well as comtemporary/modern.

Thank you so much. Cheers

Meiji shirne and Sensoji temple is a must. Daiba is like a futuristic "town", which I failed ot see the "futuristic" touch, but it is a cool place to go to.

For the business of city life, you will need to be at Shinjuku, Shibuya, Akiba and/or Roppongi.

Many may disagree, but Yokohama is also a must see. It has almost a bit of everything

[uktokyoite]

Hia,

I definitely agree about Yokohama actually - especially the area around the landmark tower - really great for having a stroll but also being near some excellent shopping - yes I'm a woman ; )

In Tokyo - must see Hachiko in Shibuya after dark on a Fri or Sat night if you can. It's just manic - and a lot of fun. For somewhere a little bit hip try Shimo Kitazawa on the Inokashira Line (you can get this from Shibuya station).

Go to tsukiji fish market - Tsukiji is on the Hibiya subway line. You need to be there around 5am - it is now only open to visitors between 5 and 6:15am I think - I'm open to correction on this. See some massive tuna being auctioned and try some very fresh sushi or sashimi - yum!

[ozruben]

Hi all,

I must say I'm really impressed by you, forum users. You guys provide heaps of useful and informative comments (godwine, MMM, paul 11). Special mention to uktokyoite's website :-)
Now I sort of have the feeling 10 days is not enough...

Thank you so much. I will surely come back for more of your great tips/info before I take off..

Cheers

[godwine]

Originally Posted by ozruben

Hi all,

I must say I'm really impressed by you, forum users. You guys provide heaps of useful and informative comments (godwine, MMM, paul 11). Special mention to uktokyoite's website :-)
Now I sort of have the feeling 10 days is not enough...

Thank you so much. I will surely come back for more of your great tips/info before I take off..

Cheers

You should give japan-guide.com - Japan Travel and Living Guide a try, they have some good suggestions on each locations