• Day 1 — Depart for Tokyo ✈Begin your journey with an overnight international flight from your chosen US airport to Tokyo, Japan. You will arrive the following day due to time zone changes.
• Day 2 — Arrive in Tokyo 🏙️Touch down in Tokyo and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, take time to explore the local area and acclimate to the city's energy. Consider visiting Shinjuku for its vibrant nightlife or Ginza for upscale shopping and dining.
• Day 3 — Discover Tokyo's Cultural Icons ⛩️Start your day at Meiji Shrine, a peaceful oasis. Then head to Asakusa to visit the historic Senso-ji Temple. Stop by the Imperial Palace and its beautiful gardens. In the evening, enjoy a river cruise or explore the futuristic attractions of Odaiba.
• Day 4 — Modern Tokyo & Shopping Adventures 🛍️Begin with a visit to the bustling Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh sushi and street snacks. Dive into Akihabara’s electric town for anime, manga, and tech gadgets. Later, experience the iconic Shibuya Crossing and enjoy dinner at a themed restaurant.
• Day 5 — Fly to Osaka, Train to Kyoto 🚄Take a short domestic flight from Tokyo to Osaka in the morning, followed by a quick train ride to Kyoto. After checking into your hotel, explore the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of red torii gates. In the evening, stroll through the atmospheric Gion district.
• Day 6 — Explore Kyoto's Timeless Beauty 🌸Visit the stunning Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), then head to the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Explore Nijo Castle and its historical grounds. You might also enjoy a traditional tea ceremony or shop for handcrafted souvenirs. End the day with a refined kaiseki dinner.
• Day 7 — Return to Osaka: Urban Energy and History 🏯Take a short bullet train ride back to Osaka. Visit the iconic Osaka Castle and enjoy panoramic views from the Umeda Sky Building. In the evening, dive into the neon-lit streets of Dotonbori, famous for its street food, shopping, and entertainment.
• Day 8 — Fun and Flavors of Osaka 🐙Spend the day at Universal Studios Japan or visit the impressive Osaka Aquarium. Shop in the lively Shinsaibashi district and explore Kuromon Ichiba Market for local delicacies like takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Enjoy your final night in Japan with a memorable meal and city views.
• Day 9 — Farewell Japan – Fly Back to the US 🛫Check out from your hotel and transfer to Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport for your return flight to the United States. Reflect on your incredible journey through Japan’s vibrant cities and timeless traditions.

HOTEL TAVINOS Hamamatsucho OR The B Ochanomizu Tokyo OR Similar or similar

• Tokyo • 3 Nights • Standard Double Twin
• Modern, affordable hotel near Hamamatsucho, offering compact rooms, convenient transport access, and easy connections to Tokyo Tower, Ginza, and Odaiba.
• Smart, centrally located hotel with clean modern rooms, friendly service, excellent subway access, and convenient proximity to Akihabara, shops, and attractions.

Hotel M's Plus Shijō Ōmiya OR Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium OR Similar or similar

• Kyoto • 2 Nights • Standard Double Twin
• Stylish, well-located hotel with clean modern rooms, convenient subway access, and easy connections to Kyoto’s major attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas.
• Comfortable modern hotel near Nijo Castle, offering spacious rooms, public baths, convenient transport links, and excellent value for sightseeing around Kyoto.

Best Western Hotel Fino Osaka Shinsaibashi OR Hotel Wing International Select Osaka Umeda OR Similar or similar

• Osaka • 2 Nights • Standard Double Twin
• Well-located hotel near Shinsaibashi, offering clean, comfortable rooms, practical amenities, and easy access to shopping, dining, nightlife, and major Osaka attractions.
• Modern, stylish hotel in Umeda, offering comfortable rooms, friendly service, convenient access to shopping and dining, and easy connections across Osaka.

Available gateways and starting "from" fares per person:

• Los Angeles (LAX) — $2,141.43
• New York (NYC) — $2,427.14
• Boston (BOS) — $2,427.14
• Chicago (ORD) — $2,427.14
• San Francisco (SFO) — $2,427.14
• Dallas (DFW) — $2,427.14
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) — $2,570
• Houston (IAH) — $2,570
• Denver (DEN) — $2,855.71

Actual price depends on selected travel dates. Surcharges may apply for holiday-period departures.

Enhance your experience with options available at booking:

• Optional Tokyo tours: Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket, Mt Fuji Tour: Lake Kawaguchi, Shrine,Healing Village &Pagoda
• Optional Kyoto tours: Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket, Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu
• Optional Osaka tours: Osaka: Dotonbori District River Cruise with Drink Discount, Osaka Castle: History Walking Tour, Castle Tower Admission
• Hotel Upgrades: Hotel upgrades may be available for an additional cost. Inquire with the Tour Provider when booking.

• FlightsEconomy cabin class. Specific airline and flight times are determined at the time of booking. Checked baggage is included. A carry-on baggage fee applies and will be collected at the airport. Number of connections/layovers and duration will vary based on departure city and specific booking.
• Currency & LanguageThe local currency in Japan is the Japanese Yen (JPY). The official language is Japanese.
• Age RequirementsThe minimum age to travel is 18 years old. The minimum age to check into hotels is also 18 years old. Children's pricing and policy are not provided; please inquire with the Tour Provider.
• Solo TravelA solo traveler surcharge applies to single occupancy. Pricing will vary; please visit the Tour Provider for specific details.
• Additional NotesMandatory city taxes apply, payable directly at the hotel upon arrival. These taxes are ¥200 per person per night for hotels in Tokyo and Osaka, and ¥400 per person per night for hotels in Kyoto.

Your Groupon voucher is refundable until deal expiration date ("Book by" date) or until your booking is confirmed with the Tour Operator. Once your booking is confirmed with merchant, it becomes non-refundable through Groupon, and all further changes are subject to the merchant's cancellation policy. See the FAQs section for detail.