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Überblick
This moderate-paced 7-day itinerary uses 1 base — Tokyo (7 nights) — to keep hotel changes low while covering Tokyo, Nikko, Kamakura, Yokohama, Kawagoe. Daily spend for mid-range travelers is around ¥18,000 per person including accommodation.
Day-by-day
Arrive in Tokyo
Arrive, pick up an IC card and settle in. Easy first afternoon: Asakusa Senso-ji, Ueno Park and Akihabara.
Tokyo: Meiji Jingu
Meiji Jingu, Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing and Shibuya Sky at sunset
Tokyo: Tsukiji Outer Market
Tsukiji Outer Market, Ginza and teamLab Planets
Tokyo: Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Gyoen, Omoide Yokocho and the free Tokyo Metropolitan Government observatory
Day trip: Nikko
Day trip from Tokyo: Toshogu Shrine, Shinkyo Bridge, Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji.
Day trip: Kamakura
Day trip from Tokyo: Kotoku-in Great Buddha, Hase-dera, Enoden coastal train and Enoshima.
Day trip: Yokohama · depart
Day trip from Tokyo: Minato Mirai, Chinatown and the Cup Noodles Museum. Head to the airport in the afternoon.
Anreise & Nahverkehr
Use an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) for local trains and buses. Point-to-point tickets are usually cheaper than a JR Pass for this route.
Frequently asked questions
Is 7 days enough for Tokyo, Nikko, Kamakura?
Yes — this plan gives Tokyo (7 nights), which is enough for the main highlights at a moderate pace.
How much does this 7-day Japan trip cost?
Roughly ¥126,000 per person for 7 days (≈¥18,000/day) excluding international flights.
Do I need a JR Pass for this itinerary?
Enter your legs in our JR Pass Calculator; single tickets or regional passes are often cheaper.
When is the best time to do this route?
Late March–May and October–November for the best weather.