WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN JAPAN:
A Spring Travel Itinerary
These are some best places to visit in Japan for a
3-day trip
Tokyo
SPRING IS BUSY AND MORE EXPENSIVE, BOOK EARLY. Booking early is important to get the best deals, and accommodation and reserve seats on the train.
BUY PASSES FIRST MANY CANNOT BE BOUGHT IN JAPAN.
Remember to buy your Jr pass before entering the country In most cases, you will not be able to purchase one after landing in the Land of the Rising Sun.
SAKURA FORECAST
FOR HANAMI DATES ACROSS JAPAN. Finally, after the Sakura begin to bloom they will only last about a week or so depending on this is at roughly the same time each year but for that perfect timing check the socket forecast which is updated by Japan’s Meteorological Society a month or so in advance when they are expected to be in full bloom.
WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN JAPAN
Let’s begin.
On day one, Arriving in Tokyo be sure to exchange your Jr pass voucher for the train ticket so that it can be
used in the automatic gates since this will be a short trip I encourage you to pack light but if you have some
Happy bags consider using the airport luggage services to send your bag forward to your hotel leaving you free to hop on a train directly to Tokyo and start having fun right away.
First head to the Asakusa area here so you can get your first in taste of Japan at the icon Scientology temple one of Japan’s most significant and oldest temples.
The Asakusa area is also great for taking spring walks along the Sumida River grab lunch from one of the many restaurants or a lunchbox to enjoy the Hanami experience at Summit Park with views of the Tokyo Skytree which is just 15 minutes away if you want to Skytree which is just 15 minutes away if you want to visit and this spot offers unparalleled views of the city.
Mount Fuji can even be seen from the tower provided the weather is favorable by now it should be the early evening so check into your hotel and then head out to Shibuya to catch a glimpse of the world’s famous scramble Crossing in all its Glory this is a great time to check out some shops or get that traditional Japanese meal at the restaurant of your choice.
Visit and this spot offers unparalleled views of the city Mount Fuji can even be seen from the tower provided the weather is favorable by now it should be early evening so check into your hotel and then head out to Shibuya to catch a glimpse of the world’s famous scramble Crossing in all its Glory this is a great time to check out some shops or get that traditional Japanese meal at the restaurant of your choice and then enjoy The NightLife.
On day two, Wake up early and head over to Harajuku station from here take a relaxing walk through the Meiji Jingu Shrine which is surrounded by 170 Acres of forest.
Despite being in the center of Tokyo if you are overwhelmed by the bustle of Tokyo on your first day the piece found here will re-center and fortify you for the rest of your trip after exploring major to your content you can continue to Yoyogi Park which has over 700 cherry trees making it one of the most popular.
Hanami or flower viewing spots in the city hanami parties can be seen all over Japan during spring and can make for a great way to immerse yourself in the culture but no Hanami party is complete without sake however finding the right sake can be quite challenging outside of Japan.
Next up you’ll have a choice for style-conscious individuals you can return to Harajuku and explore the Fashion Center of Tokyo or grab a train from here to Akihabara Japan’s electric town to indulge in all the tech games, anime, and pop culture.
Japan is so famous for after the night falls Akihabara comes alive but at this point, I’d recommend exploring Shinjuku taking a walk through Kabukicho, and then down to Golden Guy with over 200 tiny Shanty-style bars squeezed into six streets golden guy is one of those Unforgettable little places to grab a drink and interact with the locals before we leave.
Tokyo some alternative all-year-round activities that are enjoyed are Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea the Imperial Palace and Gardens dive and team lab or Yokohama which is often confused as part of Tokyo because of how close it is.
On day three, You can head directly to Kyoto via the bullet train but for that real spring-in-Japan experience I’d recommend getting up early and taking a detour to Kawaguchiko at the base of Mount Fuji the Fuji Five lakes are stunning in Spring and offer one of the best photo opportunities in the country at the Chureito Pagoda a view so iconic.
The Fuji Five Links can also be explored by bus to visit the wind and Ice Caves on the border of the haunted aokigahara forest Kawaguchi-ko can be done as a day trip provided you leave the area before 6 PM otherwise you are gonna need to spend the night.
But there are many Onsen hot springs in the area so it might be best to take your time which would also allow you to relax and catch the sunrise over Mount Fuji or even visit Japan’s best theme park Fujiku Highland which features some of Japan’s best roller coasters and a 900-meter long haunted house.
The largest in all of the country now because this is a short trip to Japan you could consider skipping Mount Fuji altogether in favor of spending more time in Kyoto our next destination and provided you sit on the right side of the train you will also be able to see Mount Fuji from your seats when passing.
