Going to Japan in mid-January, here is an itinerary guide:
Day 1: Depart from Shanghai to Osaka
- Depart from Shanghai by plane and fly to Osaka.
- Upon arrival, check into the hotel and take a short rest.
- You can enjoy the night view at Umeda Sky Tower at night.
Day 2: Osaka
- In the morning, visit Osaka Castle Park and visit the castle tower.
- In the afternoon, go to Shinsaibashi for shopping and taste local delicacies.
- At night you can watch the night light show of Osaka Castle Park.
Day 3: Osaka to Kyoto
- Take the Shinkansen to Kyoto.
- Upon arrival, visit famous attractions such as Kinkakuji Temple and Silver Pavilion Temple.
- At night you can enjoy the night view at Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto.
Day 4: Kyoto to Nagoya
- Take the Shinkansen to Nagoya.
- Visit Nagoya Castle and visit Nagoya TV Tower.
- You can try Nagoya ramen in the evening.
Day 5: Nagoya to Kanazawa
- Take the Shinkansen to Kanazawa.
- Visit Kanazawa Castle, Kenrokuen Garden and other attractions.
- You can enjoy delicious food in Kanazawa City in the evening.
Day 6: Kanazawa to Shirakawago
- Take the bus to Shirakawa-go.
- Visit the Shirakawa-go Gassho-style village and experience the Japanese rural style.
- Stay at a B&B in Shirakawa-go at night.
Day 7: Shirakawago to Takayama
- Take a bus to the mountains.
- Visit the Takayama Jinya, Takayama Shrine and other attractions.
- You can enjoy delicious food in Takayama Street in the evening.
Day 8: From Takayama to Gero
- Take the bus to Gero.
- Visit Gero Hot Spring and enjoy bathing time.
- Stay at Gero Onsen Hotel in the evening.
Day 9: Gero to Osaka
- Take the bus back to Osaka.
- In the afternoon, go to Osaka Universal Studios and enjoy various rides.
- Enjoy delicious food at Universal Studios in the evening.
Day 10: Osaka returns to Shanghai
- Take a flight from Osaka back to Shanghai.
This itinerary covers classic attractions in many regions of Japan and we hope it can help you during your travels. Have a nice trip!