Japan Golden Route – 8 Days: Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Kyoto & Osaka
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Japan
Best time March to May (cherry blossom), October to November (autumn colours) Cost ₹₹₹₹₹ Safety 5/5 Visa Single-entry tourist visa / JAPAN eVISA
Japan is where ancient temples meet bullet trains. Cherry blossoms, Mt Fuji, Kyoto's geisha district and Tokyo's neon streets make it a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Plan your Japan holiday with Easy Tripping. Tell us your dates and budget and we will build a trip around you, with flights, hotels, sightseeing and visa help.
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Currency
- Japanese yen (JPY ¥)
- Languages
- Japanese
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Region
- East Asia
- Best time to visit
- March to May (cherry blossom), October to November (autumn colours)
Places to visit in Japan
01Tokyo
Shibuya crossing, Senso-ji temple, teamLab and Disneyland.
02Mt Fuji & Hakone
Lake Kawaguchiko views, hot springs and ropeways.
03Kyoto
Fushimi Inari gates, Kinkaku-ji and Gion.
04Osaka
Dotonbori food streets, castle and Universal Studios Japan.
05Nara
Friendly deer and the giant Buddha.
06Hiroshima & Miyajima
Peace Memorial and the floating torii.
Things to do
Experiences we can add to your trip.
Ride the Shinkansen
Bullet train at 300 km/h.
Cherry blossom viewing
Late March to early April.
Onsen hot spring
Traditional ryokan stay.
Universal Studios Japan
Super Nintendo World.
Tea ceremony & kimono
Cultural experience in Kyoto.
When to visit Japan
JanGood
FebGood
MarBest
AprBest
MayBest
JunOkay
JulGood
AugGood
SepGood
OctBest
NovBest
DecGood
BestMar – May
Cherry blossoms and mild weather.
BestOct – Nov
Autumn leaves and clear Fuji views.
HumidJun – Aug
Rainy June, hot summers, festivals.
WinterDec – Feb
Snow in Hokkaido, illuminations.
Food to try
Sushi & ramen
Try conveyor-belt sushi and veg ramen at specialist shops.
Okonomiyaki
Savoury pancake from Osaka.
Tempura
Light fried vegetables and prawns.
Matcha sweets
Green tea everything.
Indian food
Indian restaurants in Tokyo and Osaka; we share a veg-friendly list.
Shopping
Don Quijote
24-hour discount mega stores.
Akihabara
Electronics and anime.
Ginza
Luxury shopping.
Uniqlo & Muji
Japanese brands at home prices.
Culture & etiquette
- Remove shoes in homes, temples and ryokans.
- Don't tip; it can be confusing.
- Keep quiet on trains; no phone calls.
- Don't eat while walking in many areas.
Getting around & facilities
- SIM & internet
- eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi from ₹1,200.
- Getting around
- JR Pass or IC card (Suica/Pasmo) for trains.
- Power plug
- Type A, 100V. Bring an adapter for Indian plugs.
- Money
- Japanese yen. Still a cash-heavy country; 7-Eleven ATMs take foreign cards.
- Visa
- e-Visa for Indians (apply via VFS).
- Emergency
- Police 110, ambulance 119.
- Emergency number
- Police 110, ambulance 119
Safety for travellers
General safety 5/5
- Among the safest countries in the world.
- Earthquake drills: follow staff instructions.
Women travellers
- Very safe for women; women-only train cars in rush hour.
Our team is reachable 24/7 during your trip.
Cost index
Typical prices on the ground, per person. Flights not included.
Expensive
| Ramen or bento | ₹600 – 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Restaurant meal for two | ₹4,000 – 7,000 |
| Coffee | ₹250 – 350 |
| Metro ride | ₹100 – 200 |
| Tokyo–Kyoto bullet train | ₹7,000 – 8,000 |
| 3-star hotel per night | ₹8,000 – 14,000 |
Budget₹7,000 – 10,000per person, per day
Comfort₹13,000 – 19,000per person, per day
Luxury₹35,000+per person, per day
Prices are approximate and change with season and exchange rates. Ask us for an exact quote.
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Japan visa for Indians
Tourist visa or e-visa required for Indian passport holders. We prepare your documents and itinerary.
Single-entry tourist visa / JAPAN eVISA
Up to 90 days per visit.
Multiple-entry visa
For eligible frequent travellers, 1–5 years.
Documents you need
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-size photo (white background)
- Return flight tickets
- Hotel bookings for the whole stay
- Last 3–6 months bank statements
- Income tax returns (last 2–3 years)
- Visa application form
- Day-by-day itinerary (Japanese format template)
- Employed: leave letter and last 3 salary slips
- Self-employed: GST/company registration and business bank statement
- Students: bonafide certificate from school/college
Fees & waiting time
| Single entry | about ₹500 |
|---|---|
| Multiple entry | about ₹1,000 |
| VFS service charge | about ₹900 – 1,500 |
| Easy Tripping service charge | Ask us |
Processing time: About 5–7 working days.
How to apply: Apply through VFS Global (JAPAN eVISA for eligible applicants).
Get visa help Official visa website ↗
Fees are approximate, last checked November 2026. Embassies change rules and fees without notice, so we always confirm the latest before you apply.
Emergency help in Japan
- Local police / ambulance: Police 110, ambulance 119
- Indian embassy & consulates: official list of Indian missions abroad ↗
- MADAD (consular help for Indians abroad): madad.gov.in ↗
- Easy Tripping 24/7 trip support: +91 94296 91021
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