Japan Private Tour (JPN002) Tokyo - Hakone Route & Tokyo Highlights 6 Days 5 Nights

Flight booking: Outbound Bangkok - Narita, Return Narita - Bangkok

1 Narita Airport - Chiba

We will wait to pick you up at Narita Airport at the scheduled time.

Then, take you on a tour of Chiba Prefecture. Chiba is located in the Kanto region on Honshu island. Chiba Prefecture is the No. 2 agricultural area in Japan after Hokkaido, and is also an important fishing hub on Tokyo Bay.

Then, take you on a tour of Chiba Prefecture. Chiba is located in the Kanto region on Honshu island. Chiba Prefecture is the No. 2 agricultural area in Japan after Hokkaido, and is also an important fishing hub on Tokyo Bay.

Visit Naritasan Shinshoji Temple in Narita. This temple was built in 940. Inside, there are many buildings across spacious temple grounds, constructed with Indian Buddhist architecture while preserving its distinct Japanese character. Around the temple grounds is Narita Omotesando, a traditional Japanese walking street. Highlights you should not miss include freshly made senbei crackers and grilled unagi rice bowls, where you can watch every step prepared fresh in front of the shop, from filleting to grilling, served hot for you to savor.

Visit Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. Founded in 940 AD, the temple grounds are expansive with numerous halls, featuring Indian Buddhist architectural influences while retaining traditional Japanese character. Surrounding the temple is Narita Omotesando, a traditional Japanese walking street. Must-try highlights include freshly made senbei rice crackers and grilled unagi (eel) rice bowls, where you can watch every step of the craft live in front of the shop—from filleting to grilling—ready to be served for you to savor.

Next, travel to Dragon Farm Chiba to enjoy seasonal fruit picking, such as strawberries or blueberries.

Continue to Nihon-ji Temple located on Mount Nokogiri, an ancient 1,300-year-old temple. Its highlight is Japan's largest stone Buddha statue, standing over 31 meters tall.

In the evening, visit Tokyo German Village, a theme park recreating the charming atmosphere of rural Germany with flower fields, restaurants, and wine shops. In winter, it features a spectacular, colorful winter illumination festival synchronized with music.

2 Hakone - Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise

In the morning, depart for Hakone, a town in Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Then take you to Hakone National Park, located near Mount Fuji as part of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

Take the ropeway up to Owakudani Station, which means valley of billowing smoke, where you can admire the stunning natural beauty. The highlight here is eating Kuro Tamago, or black eggs boiled in natural mineral waters, believed to extend your lifespan by 7 years.

Then, take another ropeway line down to Togendai Station to board a pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi (Ashinoko Lake), which has a circumference of about 40 km. On clear days, you can also see Mount Fuji during the boat ride.

We will wait to meet you at the pier on the other side of Lake Ashi and take you to visit Hakone Tokaido Checkpoint, the immigration checkpoint of Hakone during the Edo period, located between Moto-Hakone and Hakone-machi.

3 Yamanashi - Ninja Village - Lake Kawaguchiko

In the morning, visit the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum, also known as the Glass Forest Museum. Its highlight is the Italian-style garden adorned with sparkling crystal trees all around. The museum houses a collection of over 500 pieces of antique Italian glassware, and you can also try creating your own one-of-a-kind glassware design.

Alternatively, you can choose to visit Oshino Shinobi No Sato Ninja Village. The ninja village is divided into 3 areas: Japanese Garden, Ninja Trick House, and a restaurant and souvenir shop section. Dress up as a ninja to fit the atmosphere and explore every part with delight.

Then, explore various attractions around Lake Kawaguchiko, including:

Chureito Pagoda (5-story red pagoda), Oishi Park, Kawaguchiko Museum of Art, Kawaguchiko Konohana Museum, and then enjoy shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets.

Afterward, return to Hakone to stay for another night.

4 Tokyo - Sumida River Cruise

In the morning, depart for Tokyo, a distance of 90 km, taking about 1 hour and 50 minutes of travel time.

Visit Tsukiji Honganji Temple, a Hongwanji-sect temple located in the Tsukiji district near Ginza. The highlight of this temple is its ancient Indian architectural style, built in 1626.

Then, explore Tokyo's new fish market, Toyosu Fish Market, newly opened in 2018 by relocating part of Tsukiji Market here for visitors' convenience and to make viewing the fish auctions easier.

Then, visit the Imperial Palace, the residence of the Emperor of Japan. Formerly the site of Edo Castle, it has long been a treasured architectural landmark for the Japanese people.

In the afternoon, explore the Asakusa district.

See the giant red lantern at Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple with over 1300 years of history, built in 645. Passing through the red lantern gate or Kaminarimon Gate, you will find numerous souvenir shops, and be sure to pay homage to Bodhisattva Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) for good fortune.

In the evening, take a sunset cruise to enjoy the scenic views along the Sumida River.

5 Tokyo

Today is a free day for sightseeing. You can choose which districts you would like to explore.

Shinjuku district: Tokyo's major business hub located on the west side and one of Tokyo's 23 special wards. It is extremely popular with both tourists and Japanese locals because it has everything—sightseeing, dining, and shopping all in one place—with famous department stores and restaurants of all kinds. Recommended attractions include Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Robot Restaurant, Ainz Tulpe Shinjuku, and the nostalgic alleyway Omoide Yokocho.

Harajuku district: The quintessential gathering spot for Japanese youth, keeping the area constantly modern and full of new pop culture trends. It features countless cute cafes and chic fashion boutiques. Recommended attractions include the historic Harajuku Station, the cosplay bridge Jingu Bashi, and the Takeshita Dori shopping street.

Ueno district: A bustling commercial district full of energy. Walking through this area, you will hear vendors calling out from almost every shop, which is the true charm of this neighborhood. In addition, there are many interesting attractions, such as visiting animals at Ueno Zoo, relaxing at Ueno Park, and the can't-miss Ameya-Yokocho Market.

6 Tokyo - Narita Airport

On the final day of the trip, if time permits, visit Meiji Jingu Shrine to pay homage to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.

Then, transfer to the airport 3 hours ahead of departure to fly back to Bangkok safely and with wonderful memories.

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