Japan Travel Guide: 1 Week Autumn Trip in 10 Prefectures for P10,000 Pocket Money

My travel buddy and I were about to check in at a hotel near a train station when I noticed something off ~ my drone bag was missing. I panicked! My heart was racing fast because we were due to ride another train (last trip) to our next destination in the next 20 minutes. Trying to stay calm, I traced our whereabouts that day and finally remembered that I left it at the overhead bin of the last train we rode that day. I hurriedly went back to the train station and reported that I lost something. A local officer-in-charge assisted me and in just three minutes, handed over the drone bag to me with all the accessories in it still intact. I’ve never felt over the moon in my life. This experience lead me to truly attest how honest Japanese people are and how efficient ‘lost and found’ system in Japan is.

Speaking of Japan, it has always been a dream of mine to visit such beautiful country owing to its amazing people, awe-inspiring scenery and wonderful culture. That feeling of separation anxiety by just looking at some of Japan’s photos online even if you have not been to the place yet ~ that’s what Japan can do. I’ve been meaning to travel to Japan ever since I got heavily influenced by Anime back in my childhood years when school breaks would not be complete without watching Ghost Fighter, Flame of Recca and Samurai X, among others. Same still holds true to date as I’m an avid Pokemon Go player, an augmented reality game developed by Niantic which originates from the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan. Believe it or not, it is the main purpose which I declared in my Japan Tourist Visa application. See beginner’s guide on how to get a Japan Tourist Visa in Cebu.

Japan has a reputation for being pretty expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. After seven (7) months of meticulous planning (from the moment I successfully booked a cheap flight to Japan during a seat sale by Cebu Pacific Air), I can now totally make first moments happen in Japan. As a first-timer myself, I really wanted to visit as many places in Japan and experience what each prefecture has to offer in just a little time. Majority suggested to concentrate in one place per trip, while others recommended to do some side trips to two or three prefectures. As every travel is subjective, I decided to experiment and do a one-time, big-time travel this year by visiting 10 prefectures in 1 week for only Php 10,000 pocket money. See budget allocation and complete itinerary at the end of this post.

Positive, bringing travel funds to Japan amounting only to Php 10,000 good for 7 days is surprisingly possible and doable. Here’s the caveat: everything is purchased before the flight from airfare, accommodation, tours and transportation with total pre-booked expenses of less than Php 36,000 (ALL-IN). Meaning, Php 10,000 budget was utilized only for food, souvenir and miscellaneous expenses in Japan.

To serve as a reference in your next Japan trip, sharing how I survived the crisp autumn breeze of Japan in this budget-friendly one-week travel guide to 10 Japanese prefectures.

Day 1 (CHIBA AND TOKYO)

The point of entry in our first ever Japan trip is Narita. The flight from Cebu to Narita took roughly five hours and before we know it, we safely arrived at Narita International Airport at around 8AM (with one hour time difference in PH). After passing immigration clearance and claimed luggage, the first thing we did is to claim the JR Pass at JR East Travel Service Center and 48 Hours Tokyo Subway Ticket at EasyGo booth (both located at Narita Airport, Terminal 2).

Narita, Chiba

Narita International Airport is located in Chiba prefecture so we figured it’s best to visit tourist spots that’s near the point of entry itself. Good thing, there’s one destination that fits the bill. We visited Naritasan Park and spent an hour or two roaming around some parts of Chiba Prefecture before checking in at our accommodation by 2PM in Tokyo. As it was autumn season, we were just in time to celebrate the “Colored Leaves Festival”.

Just a mere 10-minute train ride from Narita International Airport, Naritasan Park is the closest destination that’s popular among tourists. You will start off with Omotesando Road, a famous spot that’s truly worth a look. As you strut your stuff along Omotesando Street, the buildings of the cityscape will take on and more and more of a retro ambiance ~ traditional Japanese houses line the street one after another. You’ll feel like you’ve time-traveled into the old Japan. As it is a busy street full of shops and food stalls, don’t miss in enjoying a variety of culinary delicacies, including freshly made shoyu senbei (soy-sauce-flavored rice crackers).

Omotesando street leads to a beautiful shrine ~ Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. You get this sense of wilderness the moment you come into the spiritual park. It is a famous Buddhist shrine that looked like an intensively managed woodland at the the heart of urban Chiba. Entrance is FREE!

After visiting Narita, we headed back to the airport via the JR Sobu/Narita Line Rapid bound for Narita Airport Terminal 1 to catch a train ride going to Tokyo. The fastest way to reach Tokyo (55 minutes) from the airport is via Narita Express Train and it is covered by JR Pass. Reservation is needed so don’t forget to reserve your seats in advance at any JR office in any train station.

Asakusa, Tokyo

Tokyo is a merged city-prefecture; the only metropolis in Japan that has features of both cities and prefectures. While Tokyo might be the capital city of Japan, we only stayed there for 2 days. Why? Because we are planning to spend more time in Tokyo in our future Japan trip this 2020 because again, we booked a PISO FARE flight to Tokyo (via Narita) this May just in time for mid-Spring. See how to effectively score cheap round trip flights to Japan for less than P4,000 (ALL-IN).

The 48-hour Tokyo Subway Ticket will come into play once you’re in Tokyo. As not all places are accessible by JR Pass, getting an unlimited subway pass to Tokyo will make your life much easier. Trust me on this!

While in our first day in Tokyo, we only toured Asakusa the whole evening to get a local taste of Ichiran Ramen, went sightseeing popular attractions nearby such as Asakusa Shrine, Sensoji Temple, Don Quijote Asakusa, Azuma Bridge over Furusumida River, Tokyo Skytree and enjoyed watching tourist as they drive by a Go Kart while dressed up in their Super Mario character costume popularly known as “Real-Life Mario Kart”.

Where To Stay: Originally booked at 9 Hours Asakusa but the unavailability of train station access prompted us to transfer to DJ Hostel Ginza. It is hostel-type of accommodation, located near to Hatchobori station (2 mins ride from Tokyo Station) with close proximity to convenience stores or pharmacy such as 7/11, Family Mart and Lawson.

Where To Eat: Ichiran Ramen Asakusa (ranging from 800 to 1500 Yen)

Where to Shop: Don Quijote Asakusa

Day 2 (YAMANASHI AND SHIZUOKA)

Visiting Japan for the first time would not be complete without including Mt. Fuji in your itinerary. Mt. Fuji is the highest active stratovolcano in Japan, most notable for its exceptionally symmetrical cone, which is snow-capped semi-annually, and frequently depicted in art and photographs, as well as visited by sightseers and climbers.

Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Fujisan straddles the boundary of Shizuoka and Yamanashi Prefectures with four small cities surrounding it: Gotemba to the east, Fujiyoshida to the north, Fujinomiya to the southwest, and Fuji to the south. Most of the Mt. Fuji Tour destinations are located in Yamanashi Prefecture, about 100 kilometers (60 mi) south-west of Tokyo, and can be seen from there on a clear day. We booked Mt. Fuji Classic Tour (with matcha experience and Gotemba Premium Outlets) via Klook for an affordable, legit and hassle-free tour.

During autumn season, the itinerary for Mt. Fuji Classic Tour includes jam-pack activities and insta-worthy destinations such as Mt. Fuji World Heritage Museum, Lake Kawaguchiko, Matcha Experience, Maple Corridor, Oshino Hakkai (Fuji 5 Lakes) and Gotemba Premium Outlets.

READ MORE: MOUNT FUJI CLASSIC TOUR

Where To Eat: Food Stalls in Maple Corridor, Kawaguchiko and Oshino Hakkai. Tried Soba Tempura and Yakisoba for Php 233.

Gotemba, Shizuoka

Most of the tourists who booked the classic Mt. Fuji Tour is looking forward to the last itinerary of said trip ~ shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets. I am not really a fan of buying branded clothing or apparels or even accessories but when you are faced with crazy discounts from the regular price, you’ll be a fool if you wont be lured to buy.

There are a lot of shopping area scattered around Japan but if you are looking for branded items that’s being sold for less than its regular price (as compared in Philippine stores), then a premium outlets center in Japan is a budget shopper’s haven.

Although Gotemba Premium Outlets is part of Mt Fuji Classic Tour, Gotemba is already part of Shizuoka Prefecture. Gotemba Premium Outlets is accessible by bus via Shinjuku Bus Terminal for a cost of 3,300 Yen round trip but if you find it too pricey, you may opt for booking a Mt. Fuji Classic Tour instead, for affordability and less hassle. With over 200 premium stores offering crazy 50%-80% discount, you’ll definitely go home with a big smile! Your Php 10,000 can buy you 7 pairs of original Adidas shoes! How’s that?

P.S. Your budget for premium items shopping is not included in this travel guide as it is subjective. In your own preference, you may use credit card or extra travel funds for this purpose. As already mentioned above, the P10,000 pocket money already included small souvenir items such as ref magnet, key chains, chocolates and more.

Shibuya and Shinjuku, Tokyo

While majority of our second day was spent in Mt. Fuji tour, we started and ended our Day 2 in Tokyo. Woke up early and visited Shinjuku for a quick photo ops at Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue before heading to the meet-up place of the Mt. Fuji Tour at Shinjuku Prince Hotel. Ended the trip with dinner in Shibuya at the best specialty ramen restaurant in town.

Truth be told, the very first ramen place we visited in Japan is Ichiran, perhaps influenced by its popularity. However, when we toured Mt. Fuji, the Japanese tour guide recommended to try the best ramen place in town, Ore Ryu Shio Ramen (main branch in Shibuya). After the tour, we headed right to said specialty place despite heavy downpour and tried their best-seller Special Garlic Cheese Butter Ramen for only ¥1000 (less than P500). Indeed, it didn’t disappoint. Oishi!!!

Don’t leave Shibuya without crossing the Shibuya “scramble” intersection and taking a selfie beside the Hachiko Statue, just outside Shibuya Station.

Day 3 (OSAKA AND HYOGO)

The fastest way to reach Osaka from Tokyo is via a shinkansen (147 – 155 minutes) for 8,910 Yen regular ticket. Colloquially known in English as the bullet train, it is a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan and is totally covered by JR Pass (the 8,910 Yen is absorbed by JR Pass so you can ride as many shinkansen for FREE anywhere in Japan within the duration of stay ~ 7, 14 or 21 days). It’s best to reserved seats for shinkansen one or two days prior the date of departure for your next destination as the seats easily gets sold out especially on a weekend.

Aside from JR Pass, commuting Osaka can be made more convenient with Enjoy Eco Pass (600 Yen during weekends and holidays) especially when your accommodation is situated in Namba. To tell you honestly, subway pass is useful in accessing Namba direct from Osaka Station (Umeda) or Shin-Osaka using the Midosuji subway line (no direct connection for both routes using JR line).

In addition to Enjoy Eco Card, we used Hankyu Pass. The only reason we purchased Hankyu Pass is because we want to visit Minoo Falls in Osaka as Minoo line is not covered by JR Pass nor the Enjoy Eco Card. Luckily, it also turned out said train pass is also useful in accessing Arashiyama and Gion in Kyoto Prefecture and Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture. To save money and time, make sure to research on the specifics of the destinations you’d want to visit, especially train routes (if it’s covered in your train passes). I tell you, it’s pretty challenging when you don’t plan your itinerary in advance.

Minoo, Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, Osaka

Staying away from the golden route of Japan, our wayfaring feet lead us to a beautiful spot (close to the busy metropolitan) oozing with autumn colors ~ Minoo Park. Located at the outskirts of Osaka’s forested valley, it offers the best view of autumn foliage in a natural setting. Momiji Tempura (dried maple leaves) is also a must try in the area, while falling in ❤️ with Minoo Falls in fall. We also had fun in #JaFun celebrating the Festival of Lights at Osaka with JaPinoy relatives. The iconic spot of Dotonbori in Osaka, Japan ~ Running Glico Man Sign and Shinshaibashi shopping district are note-worthy to be explored at night.

Where To Stay: Nerarel Hostel Namba (near Namba Station)

Where To Eat: Dotonbori is dotted with lots of Japanese restaurants but my JaPinoy relatives brought us to Osaka Ohsho specifically (next to the famous crab signage of Kani Doraku Dotombori Honten).

Where to Shop: Shinshaibashi – Suji Shopping Street

Kobe, Hyogo

Kobe is the sixth-largest city in Japan and the capital city of Hyōgo Prefecture and is accessible either in Kyoto or Osaka Prefectures. If only we arrived in Osaka before 9AM, we could have toured Himeji Castle in Himeji and enjoyed riding the ropeway going to Nunonbiki Garden in Kobe, both in Hyōgo prefecture. Anyhow, the only itinerary in Hyōgo that we ticked off is Harborland in Kobe. And it’s a breather, especially at night.

The Kobe Harborland megacomplex has become one of Kobe’s major tourist attractions and is home to some of the city’s best waterfront sights during a night out. Kobe Harborland most prominent shopping district is Umie which consists of three parts: Mosaic, South Mall and North Mall. Many of the eateries overlook the harbor with views of Kobe Port Tower and Kobe Maritime Museum which are especially nice in the evenings when they are illuminated. At the southern end of Mosaic stand a Ferris wheel and the Anpanman Museum which are also instagram-worthy.

Where To Eat: Any restaurant that serves Kobe beef. The premium beef from Kobe is definitely a must-try!

Day 4 (KYOTO)

And there’s Kyoto. It was a bit overwhelming to see a lot of crowd in Kyoto not only because it’s a weekend, it’s also the peak of Autumn season wherein koyo (fall foliage) is perfect for viewing in every corner of Japan’s previous capital for much of the its history.

Kimono-wearing is a must-try in Kyoto!

What I find interesting about Kyoto other than its quaint tourist attractions is the usual, yet beautiful scenery of people wearing Japan’s traditional garment, Kimono.

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is home to hundreds of temples and shrines, which served as Japan’s main seat of government from the 8th to 17th centuries. People such as the emperor and his family, priests and politicians required beautiful clothing and Kyoto, therefore, became a major center for the textile industry, and by default the center for kimonos.

To fully experience the culture of Kyoto, sightseeing while wearing Kimono is recommended. 1 day Kimono use can be rented for as low as ₱700 via Klook.

Arashiyama, Kyoto

Arashiyama is the second-most important sightseeing district in Kyoto.The main street of Arashiyama, along with the famed Togetsu-kyo Bridge, which form the heart of Arashiyama, is nothing but a tourist circus. Walk upriver to Kameyama-koen Park, experience hozugawa river boat tour, pay a visit into Tenryu-ji Temple, or ride a rickshaw into the Bamboo Grove ~ Arashiyama simply won’t let you down. Toured Kyoto for one whole day but majority were spent in Arashiyama. We didn’t even noticed the time and we were still in Arashiyama by 2PM, witout having our lunch yet.

Inari, Kyoto

Famous for its thousands of torii gates (Senbon Torii), Fushimi Inari-Taisha is the mother of all shinto (God of rice) shrines. Two parallel rows of torii gates-covered hiking trails lead into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari. It’s a must-visit when in Kyoto Prefecture.

Gion and Higashiyama, Kyoto

We ended our Kyoto visit with Gion and Higashiyama walking tour. Higashiyama District is along the lower slopes of Kyoto’s eastern mountains and is one of the city’s best preserved historic districts. We hoped to catch a glimpse of Geisha (a.k.a. Geiko, a Japanese women who entertain through performing the ancient traditions of art, dance and singing) but to no avail. I’ve learned from a fellow traveler that the best place to see Geisha is in Hanami-Koji-Dori (between Shijo & Kenninji street). We continued our Kyoto adventure by visiting the popular Yasaka Pagoda in Higayishama District. Also known as the last remnant of Hokanji Temple, it is the landmark and the best photo spot in Higashiyama during dusk. We then proceeded to take photos of the world’s first Starbucks joint with tatami seating in Ninenzaka.

Where To Eat: Tried food stalls only and bought takoyaki, melon pan and cream puff

Where to Shop: Matsumoto Kiyoshi

Day 5 (OSAKA)

Spent more days in Osaka to tour more destinations that are worthy to be visited by first-timers. I’m not into amusement parks but Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is an exception. How come? Harry Potter is life! For the commute option, only utilized the JR Pass the whole day.

Universal Studios Japan, Osaka

Wingardium Leviosa! The potterhead in me is stoked. As a self-proclaimed potterhead, I wouldn’t forgive myself if I miss to include the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios Japan in our itinerary. We spent one whole day in Universal Studios Japan to start with Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride and end with Hogwarts™ Magical Night: Winter Magic show.

USJ Hacks: Skip the Line with Express Pass

Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is a great way to be entertained and one of the reasons to just unleash the kid in you. We lined up to all the adventure rides and attractions in USJ such as The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman – The Ride 4K3D, Terminator 2:3D, Space Fantasy – The Ride, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Flight of the Hippogriff and more. Personally, Harry Potter and The Forbidden Journey is the greatest adventure ride in USJ, without bias!

Where To Eat: Bought Butterbeer in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter for photo ops purposes (1,250 Yen) and late lunch at Louie’s N.Y. Pizza Parlor (1,000 Yen)

Namba, Umeda and Chuo, Osaka

For our last night in Osaka, we went to Osaka Castle Park to marvel its amazing view at night and nearby Nishinomaru Garden seasonal illuminage. Visited Pokemon Center in Osaka Dx and tried premium milk tea in Namba on our way home.

Where To Stay: 9 Hours Shin-Osaka Station (in terms of hostel perks, breakfast inclusion, style and accessibility, I say it’s the best capsule accommodation in Japan so far!)

Where To Eat: Washoku Izakaya Saizou (Japanese Style Pub) at Miyonomori, Chou, Osaka (price range: 400 Yen to 800 Yen)

Day 6 (HIROSHIMA AND NAGASAKI)

I’ve always been fascinated by Japan’s culture. But I won’t deny the fact that history class taught us the dark era of Japan during the World War II. Since we have JR Passes, we made sure to utilize its features ~ unlimited rides intercity. For our sixth day in Japan, we explored both historical prefectures of Hiroshima and Nagasaki via shinkansen from Osaka, all thanks to JR Pass!

Hiroshima, Hiroshima

Only visited Atomic Bomb Dome due to difficulty in leaving the baggage at the locker (luggage too big to fit in the compartments). Atomic Bomb Dome is the symbol for Hiroshima and appreciation for the true value of peace.

At 8:15am on 6th August 1945, the first atomic bomb in human history was dropped on Hiroshima. Although, the Hiroshima Prefectural Commercial Exhibit Hall was located almost directly underneath the explosion, it somehow avoided complete destruction and the remains of the building still stand today, now called Atomic Bomb Dome. The residents of Hiroshima decided to keep this tragic reminder of war intact. The site was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1996.

What I love about Hiroshima is how the ex-castle town managed to rise from the ashes of nuclear destruction. The reborn city is so beautiful on its own that you’d love to explore more of what it offers. One can even enjoy sightseeing by riding a tram (Hiroshima’s popular streetcar running on an electric railway in the middle of the metro’s road). A-Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Castle, Shukkeien Garden, Ota River, Miyajima Island are some of the Hiroshima Prefecture’s note-worthy destinations.

Sasebo, Nagasaki

Nagasaki, just like Hiroshima, also has a dark history when the rain of ruin dropped from the air and destroyed everything. It might be unnecessary, but that’s how World War II ended. On a positive note, Nagasaki has flourished with its postwar reincarnation and is now a thriving major urban center in Japan ready to welcome visitors with its spectacular wonders.

The pacing of Nagasaki’s activities are pretty much slower than any of the prefectures in Japan I’ve visited. There are fewer people or visitor around however, it isn’t without must-visit destinations and must-try culinary experience. I love everything about Nagasaki even if it’s only a half-day visit. It just suddenly dawned on me that I might consider migrating there. We made sure to maximize our Nagasaki experience by booking (via Klook) a ticket to Huis Ten Bosch, Asia’s Largest Resort Theme Park! What’s in store for you in Huis Ten Bosch, you asked? The other side of Japan!

READ MORE: HUIS TEN BOSCH: EXPLORING LITTLE EUROPEAN TOWN IN NAGASAKI, JAPAN

Where To Stay: Toyoko Inn Sasebo Ekimae (affordable, next to train station and strip mall)

Where To Eat: Lunch: Hamakatsu (next to Sasebo Station); Dinner: Ringer Hut Premium in Huis Ten Bosch (Nagasaki champon noodles and sara-udon with lots of vegetables, ranging from 650 to 890 Yen)

Where To Shop: HTB Mall and Sasebo GaBanGai (5th Ave) mall

Day 7 (Fukuoka)

Since our exit point is Fukuoka, what better way to end our 1 week Japan trip with Fukuoka’s natural wonders and have a last glimpse of Japan’s fall season? If it weren’t for the JR Pass, there would be a challenge in accessing this destination on a budget as train costs too high for a one way ticket from Tokyo to Fukuoka (14,080 Yen) for more than 6 hours travel time. With our 7-Day JR Pass, we managed to save transportation cost big time!

Hakata, Fukuoka

There’s more to Japan than the golden route (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto). There are a lot of prefectures in Japan that are offbeat yet still oozing with tourist spots worthy to be explored. Let’s take for example Fukuoka Prefecture, located in the northern shore of the Japanese Island (and region) Kyushu. The capital city of Fukuoka prefecture is also named Fukuoka.

Geographically, it is actually closer to Seoul, Korea than Tokyo, Japan. It is both a port city and castle town with one international airport (yes, there’s a direct flight from MNL to FUK), a major railway station (busiest train station in Kyushu where the Sanyo Shinkansen from Osaka ends), and international passenger ship terminal. As of 2019, Fukuoka is Japan’s seventh largest city, just one rank lower than the population of Kobe. It is the gateway to other destinations in Kyushu region, the most notable of which is Nagasaki prefecture.

Sasaguri, Fukuoka

Started our Japan trip by visiting a temple in the Northeast and ending it with another temple down Southwest. One of the top attractions in Fukuoka is Nanzoin Temple, where the world’s biggest bronze statue of a reclining buddha can be found. Nanzoin Temple is a large complex with many chapels and shrines scattered over the hillside. There is a cave full of letters encarved in a wood, natural waterfalls, and a lot of ginkgo trees and autumnal hues in the surroundings. It houses an impressively large Fudo Myo-o statue as well as 500 statues of the Buddha’s disciples (arhat), also an Inari Shrine and a shrine dedicated to the Shichifukujin, the seven lucky gods of Japan.

I will definitely explore more of Fukuoka on my next visit. If you have more time in Fukuoka, suggest to purchase Fukuoka Subway Pass (unlimited subway metro access for 1 day, for 640 Yen) and discover a lot of amazing yet free-entrance destinations in Fukuoka such as the following: Fukuoka Castle Ruins at Maizuru Park, Canal City, and stroll at Seaside Momochi while marveling at Fukuoka Tower, Momochihama Beach, Fukuoka Museum and Yafuoku Dome all in one complex.

Where To Eat: Tonkotsu Ramen, a specialty ramen near Hakata Station (price range 500 – 1200 Yen )

Budget Allocation

Japan trip doesn’t have to be a too costly as what others might have experienced. Book your flights ahead by scoring cheap airfare during seat sale promos, take advantage of online promotions conducted by Klook, KKday, Travel Recommends, Traveloka or any other travel-related platforms to save on tours, accommodation and travel must-haves. Join Japan-related discussions in Facebook groups to learn a tip or two about first-hand Japan experiences from travelers themselves.

When booking your accommodation, make sure it is near a train station so that it’s accessible and won’t require you a lot of walking. You can make use of google maps for reference. You can also control your expenses by planning ahead of time what, where and when you’d like to visit specific attractions. The manner of getting to certain places is also critical in planning in order to maximize your trip. Hyperdia is a great tool for the train timetable and route search in order to plot your schedules with accuracy.

For food in Japan, it is really subjective ‘coz you can either save or splurge on this item depending on our preference but one thing you may consider ~ never sacrifice cost for the experience of trying out the best of Japan’s rich culinary landscape. If your accommodation doesn’t include free breakfast, then you may buy affordable must-try food being sold at convenience stores like onigiri (Japanese rice ball with various flavors), try out local Japanese food in specialty restaurants during lunch and purchase discounted meals at supermarkets at night. Gyoza, ramen and gyudon are my top 3!

7D7N Japan Itinerary

The above photo is just a snippet of our 7 days autumn trip in Japan for 10 prefectures. Comment down your email address below if you want to secure an excel copy of our 1 week Japan itinerary including the train routes and fees.

There you have it guys. To be honest, 7 days is not enough to tour around Japan. But a 30-day trip in just one destination would still not make any difference, will it? I leave that question for you to ponder on. On a positive note, I still have more reasons to go back and try various Japanese activities and explore more prefectures in Japan. Especially now that I was granted a 10-year Multiple Entry Visa as temporary visitor in Japan. Here’s a step-by-step guide for your reference: How I got a 10-Year Multiple Entry Visa (with no ITR and less than 6 digits bank balance)

Sayōnara!

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