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7 Days in Japan: Itinerary and Top Things to Do A suggested 7 days route through Japan, shaped for travellers from Dubai.

7 Days in Japan: Itinerary and Top Things to Do

Seven days is the classic Japan trip from Dubai, pairing Tokyo with Kyoto on the bullet train. This route covers the modern energy of Tokyo and the temples and tradition of Kyoto, with a day trip to the mountains or Hiroshima.

A suggested route

The Tokyo and Kyoto classic, linked by the shinkansen. Treat it as a framework to shape around your own pace and interests.

Days Where Highlights
1 to 3 Tokyo Shibuya, Asakusa, the markets and a day trip to Hakone or Nikko
4 Bullet train to Kyoto Fushimi Inari and Gion in the evening
5 to 6 Kyoto and Nara Temples, gardens, the bamboo grove and the Nara deer
7 Return via Osaka or Tokyo Last sights and the flight home

Top experiences not to miss

  • The bullet train between Tokyo and Kyoto.
  • Fushimi Inari's thousands of torii gates at dawn.
  • Shibuya Crossing and Asakusa in Tokyo.
  • A ryokan stay with an onsen bath.
  • The Arashiyama bamboo grove near Kyoto.
  • Mount Fuji views from Hakone on a clear day.

How many days do you need?

Seven days covers Tokyo and Kyoto well. Ten lets you add Hiroshima, the Japanese Alps or Hokkaido at a comfortable pace.

Plan the timing and the budget. See our best time to visit Japan and Japan trip cost from Dubai guides to pick your month and set your budget.

Turn the route into a trip

Once the route is set, the last step is entry. Check which visa applies to your passport as a UAE resident on our Japan visa from Dubai guide before you book flights.


FAQ's

7 Days covers the highlights comfortably from Dubai. Add a few days if you want to travel at a slower pace or reach more than one region.
 

The suggested route above covers the essentials. See the full list of standout experiences in the section on things not to miss.
 

Yes. This route is built to suit first-time visitors, with the main sights in a sensible order and easy connections.
 

It depends on the season you want. Our best time to visit Japan guide sets out the ideal months and what each one offers.
 

It depends on your passport. Check the route for you on our Japan visa from Dubai guide before you book.