— Mon - Wed : Tokyo Shibuya & architecture tour (?)
— Wed night : Kyoto — Thursday night : Kyoto — Friday : Osaka Universal - stay in Osaka (?) - better to come back to Kyoto
— Sat morning Akusaka - Temple / temple — Sunday flight back
| Date | Place | Agenda |
|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2024 (Sunday) | Arrival (Stay near Airport) | |
| June 3, 2024 (Monday) | Central Tokyo |
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| • Morning: Visit Sensoji Temple, a historic site that is fascinating for all ages. The nearby streets are filled with shops and food stalls. • Afternoon: Explore Akihabara, known for its electronics, anime, and manga stores. This area is a hit with older kids and teens. • Evening: TeamLab Borderless, an interactive digital art museum that captivates both kids and adults (tickets needed in advance). | | June 4, 2024 (Tuesday) | Studio Ghibli and West Tokyo | • Morning: Visit the Studio Ghibli Museum, a magical experience for fans of all ages (tickets needed in advance). • Afternoon: Explore Shimokitazawa and Koenji, known for their bohemian vibe, vintage shops, and cozy cafes. • Evening: Dinner in Shimokitazawa. | | June 5, 2024 (Wednesday) | Modern Architecture | • Morning: Visit Aoyama and Harajuku, known for their interesting buildings and fashion boutiques. • Afternoon: Shibuya, visit Shibuya Crossing, and enjoy baguettes at Viron. Then, explore Kamiyama for coffee and thrifting. • Evening: Continue exploring Shibuya, visit themed cafes, or try local restaurants. | | June 6, 2024 (Thursday) | Tokyo - Kyoto | • Morning: Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto via Shinkansen. • Afternoon: Check into your accommodation and relax. • Evening: Explore the local area and have dinner at a Kyoto izakaya | | June 7, 2024 (Friday) | Kyoto | • Morning: Visit the historic Higashiyama district and explore the park east of it, filled with historical architecture. • Afternoon: Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Evening: Experience a traditional tea ceremony at Toraya. | | June 8, 2024 (Saturday) | Kyoto - Tokyo | • Morning: Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of red torii gates. • Afternoon: Explore the Gion district, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses and geisha culture. • Evening: Enjoy a kaiseki dinner in Gion for an authentic culinary experience. • Afternoon: Travel back to Tokyo if needed, or directly to the airport for departure. | | June 9, 2024 (Sunday) | Tokyo - Mumbai | 11:00 am is Ishita’s flight | | June 10, 2024 (Monday) | | | | June 11, 2024 (Tuesday) | Tokyo Bay Area | • Morning: Take a ferry from Asakusa to Odaiba or Shinagawa at sunset for scenic views. • Afternoon: Explore Odaiba further, visit Mega Don Quixote for unique souvenirs. • Evening: Dinner at a themed restaurant (e.g., dungeon-themed) for a fun dining experience. | | June 12, 2024 (Wednesday) | Historical Tokyo | • Morning: Visit Yanaka Ginza, a traditional shopping street. • Afternoon: Explore Ginza for upscale shopping and modern architecture. • Evening: Visit Odaiba, see the moving Gundam statue, and enjoy the views. |
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