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Japan's Golden Triangle: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka
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Japan's Golden Triangle: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka

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A classic journey through Japan's three iconic cities, with a focus on culture, traditions, and historic landmarks. The perfect blend of modern Tokyo, ancient Kyoto, and vibrant Osaka, connected seamlessly by the Shinkansen bullet train.

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Arrival in Tokyo, Shibuya District
Tokyo
2 places
Shibuya Crossing
Attraction
Shibuya Crossing
The world's busiest pedestrian intersection, where thousands of people cross simultaneously from all directions. An iconic symbol of modern Tokyo.
For the best overhead shots, head to the 7th floor of the Starbucks directly facing the crossing — evenings offer the most impressive atmosphere
Photo by Jezael Melgoza on Unsplash
Free
On foot200 m
Directions
Shibuya District
Shopping
Shibuya District
Tokyo's youthful, energetic neighborhood brimming with shops, cafés, restaurants, and neon-lit streets. The beating heart of youth culture and street fashion.
109 and Parco are the must-visit shopping centers; nearby Takeshita Street in Harajuku is just a short walk away
Photo by Nicolas Caetano on Unsplash
By car11 km
Directions
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Tokyo's Temples and Shrines: Asakusa and Meiji
Tokyo
2 places
3
Electronics and Flavors of Tokyo: Akihabara and Tsukiji
Tokyo
2 places
4
Modern Tokyo: Tokyo Skytree and Farewell to the City
Tokyo
2 places
5
Bullet Train to Kyoto
1 place
6
The Golden Pavilion and Kyoto's Bamboo Grove
Kyoto
3 places
7
Gion and Cultural Kyoto
Kyoto
3 places
8
Day Trip to Nara: Deer and Todai-ji Temple
Nara
2 places
9
Travel to Osaka and Exploring the City
Osaka
2 places
10
Osaka Castle and Departure
Osaka
1 place
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Points of interest
Shibuya Crossing
Attraction
Shibuya District
Shopping
Senso-ji Temple
Culture
Meiji Shrine
Culture
Akihabara District
Shopping
Tsukiji Outer Market
Food
Tokyo Skytree
Attraction
Sumida Area Shopping and Dining
Shopping
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Culture
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
Culture
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Nature
Tenryu-ji Temple
Culture
Gion District
Culture
Yasaka Shrine
Culture
Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Slope
Culture
Nara Deer Park
Nature
Todai-ji Temple
Culture
Dotonbori District
Food
Namba Shopping and Nightlife
Shopping
Osaka Castle
Attraction