Ungatekeeping my 8D7N Japan Spring Itinerary

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Dates: 30 April - 7 May

Total Cost: $3500-4000/pax

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

🗓️ Optimal Travel Time: Mid-May, avoid the Japanese Golden Week, for potential cost reduction.

✈️ Airlines: Recommend carriers like ANA and JAL for 2 x 23KG complimentary check-in baggage. Book midnight flights for a restful journey. Don't forget essentials like eye masks and hydration face masks!

🚅 Transportation Card: The PaSMO Card for Adults cost ¥500 deposit (refundable minus small admin fee). It doesn't expire and can be used for future trips. Alternatively you can link your credit card to a e-PaSMO card, but I find the credit card exchange rate to be worst than cash.

🍽️ Breakfast Challenges: Many shops open at 11 am, so hotel breakfast or outside purchase is recommended.

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I find myself the most energetic on the first day of any trip, thus I love planning a tight itinerary so I can take it easy for the rest of the days. You'll want to wear some comfortable shoes for most of the trip!

Tokyo - Day 1: Sightseeing Extravaganza

🏨 Drop your Bags at the Hotel: Mine was beside Tokyo Station

🛍️ Itoya Notebook: Collect Eki stamps for a unique souvenir.

🍽️ Feast on the best freeflow A5 Wagyu Steak Teppanyaki Lunch

🛍️ Ginza and Tokyo Station Shopping: Explore quality finds.

📸 Odaiba Station: Scenic waterfront retreat with stunning views - Statue of Liberty, Rainbow bridge and more!

🍽️ Yurakucho Dinner: Culinary haven beneath the train tracks.

📸 Roppongi: Captivating nocturnal view of Tokyo Tower.

Tokyo - Day 2: Peaceful Morning vs Chaotic Evening

📸 Kameido Tenjin Shrine: Early visit to witness wisteria bloom without the crowd. (Might want to check the season each year to avoid getting disappointed)

📸 Walk towards Akihabara - You'll pass by Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise-dori Street which is perfect for photos.

🛍️ Akihabara: Anime town for electronics, arcades, and more.

📸 Ochanomizu Station: Witness 3 trains intersecting.

📸 Jinbocho: Haven for book lovers.

🧁 Korot Tokyo Crepes: Breakfast delights.

🍽️ Tempura Tenmatsu: Brunch.

🛍️ Shinjuku to Shibuya Shopping: Explore thrift stores and boutiques.

🍽️ Omoide Yokocho Dinner: Culinary delights beneath the train tracks.

📸 Shibuya Crossing: Iconic Photo

🛍️ Late night shopping at Donki 24-Hour Store

Mt. Fuji & Yamanaka - Day 3: Tokyo to Yamanaka

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JR express bus from Tokyo Station (fastest route)

Price: ¥1850/per pax

The ride took about 2 hours but honestly it felt like 40 minutes! The bus was comfortable, came with an overhead baggage compartment and larger luggage can be stored under the bus "boot".

The first stop was at Fuji Q themed park. I was amazed at the size of the roller coaster! We decided to skip this this time as we reckon it'll be crowded due to the Japanese Golden Week.

The next stop was ours - Mr. Fuji Station.

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🍽️ Purchase some onigiri and drinks for the bus journey there.

❗️Check for the bus timing to Yamanaka-ko. (Frequency 30-60 mins)

📸 Mt. Fuji Eki Stamp: Collect at Mr. Fuji Station.

🍽️ Sushi Yoshi Lunch: Fuel up for the journey

📸 Lawson with Mt. Fuji View: Picture-perfect Lawson stop.

🛍️ Yamanaka Department Store: Explore local finds.

🏨 Check into this hotel with the best public onsen

🍽️ Yakiniku dinner at Maruyoshi

🏨 Onsen at the Hotel: Defrost after a day of exploration.

Yamanaka - Day 4: Taking it Slow