The Ultimate Road Trip in Japan

07 Sept

1. Tokyo

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About the destination: Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the largest urban areas in the world. Tokyo is the financial hub of Japan and a fusion of high-technology and tradition. Tokyo is vast and a well-organised modern city. The cityscape of Tokyo comprises temples and shrines, tranquil nature reserves, historical buildings, futuristic architecture and neon lights. The heart of the city includes Chiyoda and Chuo. This area showcases the impressive Imperial Palace, the national government buildings, the renowned shopping area of Ginza, Tsukiji fish market, Akihabara electronics market and the historic Tokyo Station. The peaceful neighbourhood of Asakusa has some must-see attractions such as the Sensoji Temple, the Nakamise-dōri shopping arcade, and the Golden Poo. Nearby is the Ueno area, including the Ameyoko market. A perfect spot to shop for traditional gifts and see a great Buddhist temple. Another major attraction of the city is the Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya. Tokyo is a unique city that has something for everyone, bustling shopping areas, famous nightlife, historical sights, quiet parks, and stunning scenery.

07 Sept

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3 Nights

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Hamacho Hotel Tokyo Nihonbashi

Tokyo - Show on map > 2.0 miles from Center

9.2

Superb

2907

Restaurant

Bar

WiFi

Semi Double Room Non Smoking

ROOM ONLY

10 Sept

Car journey 53 Miles - 1h 38m

Tokyo

Hakone

10 Sept

2. Hakone

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About the destination: Hakone is a well-loved tourist spot in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, celebrated for its stunning natural scenery, hot springs, and awe-inspiring views of Mount Fuji. It's the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, being just about 80 kilometres from the capital. Visitors can unwind in the soothing baths of its renowned hot springs, known as onsen, and stay in traditional ryokan inns. Lake Ashi is another major draw, where you can take boat trips and enjoy views of Mount Fuji. The Hakone Open-Air Museum is a remarkable open-air museum featuring contemporary sculptures and a collection of Picasso's art. Additionally, Hakone Shrine, situated on the shores of Lake Ashi, is famous for its iconic red torii gate that reflects in the lake's waters.

10 Sept

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1 Night

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Ryokan Senkei

Hakone - Show on map > 0.6 miles from Center

8.8

Very good

1177

Accessible Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Japanese: Style Room With Adjacent Room Non-Smoking

ROOM ONLY

Free cancellation

11 Sept

Car journey 166 Miles - 3h 37m

Hakone

Nagoya

11 Sept

3. Nagoya

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About the destination: Nagoya is the capital and largest city of Aichi Prefecture, in the Chubu region of Honshu. Once a beautiful wooden town in historical times, Nagoya is one of the few modern Japanese cities that was carefully planned and zoned after the destruction of the Second World War. Nagoya Castle is a very important tourist attraction. You should also visit the Tokugawa Art Museum and the Nagoya Noh Theatre.

11 Sept

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Nagoya Tokyu Hotel

Nagoya - Show on map > 1.0 miles from Center

8.6

Very good

4043

Restaurant

Parking

WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (22sqm 160cm bed)

ROOM ONLY

Free cancellation

12 Sept

Car journey 81 Miles - 2h 9m

Nagoya

Kyoto

12 Sept

4. Kyoto

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About the destination: For over a millennium, Kyoto was the capital of Japan and it's likely the best preserved of all its cities. It's a stunning, lively city where modern life intersects with old traditional Japan. The city is nestled amongst the mountains of Western Honshu and serves as an ideal base for exploring the Kansai region. The city is steeped in heritage sites and culture, boasts a wide variety and number of eateries and is relatively easy to get around. Its rich culture and heritage seep from every piece of architecture and tradition. Kyoto is home to thousands of temples and shrines, including the spectacular golden Kinkaku-ji, Ryoanji with its Zen garden, the popular Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo with its life-size statues of Kannon and the more serene Tenryu-ji in Arashiyama. Also in Arashiyama, you'll find the famous Bamboo Grove. A fantastic thing to do in Kyoto is a walking tour of Gion, one of the main Geisha districts. Its wooden buildings and lamps create the perfect atmosphere. Kyoto is one of the world's greatest historical cities, brimming with temples, shrines, teahouses and imperial residences. Kyoto is a city steeped in culture and heritage and is a must-visit for anyone with an interest in Japanese history and culture.

12 Sept

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3 Nights

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The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

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The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Kyoto - Show on map > 0.2 miles from Center

8.4

Very good

107

Restaurant

Evening Entertainment

WiFi

Superior Room w/ Shower, Guest room, 2 Twins Hot Sale

ROOM ONLY

15 Sept

Car journey 29 Miles - 53m

Kyoto

Nara

15 Sept

5. Nara

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About the destination: Nara is príomhchathair Chontae Nara atá suite i réigiún Kansai na Seapáine. Tá an chathair ag glacadh le cuid thuaidh Chontae Nara, ag teorainn le Contae Kyoto. Tá ocht dteampaill, naomhoga agus scriosanna fós ann i Nara: go sonrach Tōdai-ji, Saidai-ji, Kōfuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, Gangō-ji, Yakushi-ji, Tōshōdai-ji, agus an Pálás Heijō, i gcomhar le Coill Chéadúil Kasugayama, a chuireann le chéile "Séadchomharthaí Stairiúla Nara Ársa", Suíomh Oidhreachta Domhanda UNESCO.

15 Sept

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Koto-no-yado Musashino

Nara - Show on map > 3.0 miles from Center

9.2

Superb

102

standard cottage with toilet : yamabuki max. 4 gue with toilet only, shared bath and shower/non-smoking japanese style japanese room bed with plan west wing [late-night snack included] check-in unt

WITH BREAKFAST

16 Sept

Car journey 19 Miles - 39m

Nara

Osaka

16 Sept

6. Osaka

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About the destination: Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It's the main metropolis of the Kansai region and the biggest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It's a lively and thrilling place that has a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is stunning, and it's well-situated close to the major cultural centres of Kyoto and Nara, and only a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo. Osaka has two main city centres, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s main attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a lively nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street packed with restaurants and bars. There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers lovely woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa. Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.

16 Sept

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2 Nights

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Osaka View Hotel Honmachi

Osaka - Show on map > 0.7 miles from Center

8.5

Very good

2984

24-hour front desk

Luggage storage

Accessible Facilities

Standard Double Room Non Smoking

ROOM ONLY

We love it

18 Sept

Car journey 20 Miles - 39m

Osaka

Kobe

18 Sept

7. Kobe

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About the destination: Kobe (神戸, Kōbe) is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan's ten largest cities. Situated between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is also regarded as one of Japan's most attractive cities. Kobe has been an important port city for many centuries. Its port was among the first to be opened to foreign trade in the 19th century, alongside the ports of Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate, and Niigata. In 1995, Kobe was struck by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which claimed the lives of over 5,000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. Today, the city is completely rebuilt, and few signs of the terrible event remain.

18 Sept

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Hotel Okura Kobe

Kobe - Show on map > 0.9 miles from Center

8.9

Very good

10135

Outdoor pool (seasonal)

Restaurant

Parking

Standard Queen Room (6th-15th Floor) - Non-Smoking

ROOM ONLY

Free cancellation

19 Sept

Car journey 193 Miles - 3h 58m

Kobe

Hiroshima

19 Sept

8. Hiroshima

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About the destination: Hiroshima is an industrial city with wide boulevards and criss-crossing rivers, located along the coast of the Seto Inland Sea. While many people only know it for the horrific moment on August 6, 1945, when it became the site of the world's first atomic bomb attack, it has since transformed into a modern, cosmopolitan city with excellent cuisine and a lively nightlife. There are two World Heritage Sites in Hiroshima. One is the Itsukushima Shrine, and the other is the A-Bomb Dome of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Hiroshima is home to several historical sites. The Hiroshima Castle stands in the centre of the city. You can see the old town, which was formed during the Edo era, in Tomonoura in Fukuyama City and in Takehara City. However, in Hiroshima City, there are few old buildings as many were destroyed by the atomic bomb. Yet, some still stand resilient – for example, the Old Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch, the Rest House, and so on. Around the Peace Memorial Park, you can see many statues dedicated to praying for the victims of the atomic bomb. The entirety of Hiroshima can serve as a textbook of its own history.

19 Sept

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2 Nights

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Hilton Hiroshima

Hiroshima - Show on map > 0.4 miles from Center

9.2

Superb

4339

Restaurant

Parking

WiFi

TWIN PREMIUM ROOM

ROOM ONLY

21 Sept

Car journey 197 Miles - 3h 59m

Hiroshima

Beppu (Ōita)

21 Sept

9. Beppu (Ōita)

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About the destination: Beppu is situated between the sea and the mountains. The city was founded on April 1, 1924, and is famous for its onsen (hot springs). It has eight major geothermal hot spots, sometimes referred to as the "eight hells of Beppu".[2] Six of these are located in the Kannawa district, and two in the more remote. Shibaseki district. Beppu is also divided into eight major hot spring areas known as Beppu Hattō (別府八湯).

21 Sept

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Amane Resort Gahama

Beppu - Show on map > 1.1 miles from Center

9.4

Superb

497

Restaurant

Misc parking

Bar

Double room

HALF BOARD

Free cancellation

22 Sept

Car journey 125 Miles - 2h 40m

Beppu (Ōita)

Kumamoto

22 Sept

10. Kumamoto

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22 Sept

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THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

Kumamoto - Show on map > 1.5 miles from Center

9.4

Superb

7029

Restaurant

Parking

WiFi

moderate double ,non smoking

ROOM ONLY

23 Sept

Car journey 127 Miles - 2h 47m

Kumamoto

Nagasaki

23 Sept

11. Nagasaki

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23 Sept

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Toyoko Inn Nagasaki Ekimae

Nagasaki - Show on map > 0.3 miles from Center

8.2

Very good

1298

24-hour front desk

BBQ Facilities

Pets not allowed

Double Room - Smoking

WITH BREAKFAST

Free cancellation

24 Sept

Car journey 95 Miles - 2h 1m

Nagasaki

Fukuoka

24 Sept

12. Fukuoka

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About the destination: Sure! Here’s an English (Ireland) translation of your text, with some subtle adjustments to reflect Irish English vocabulary and style: Fukuoka is the capital of Fukuoka prefecture and the largest city on the island of Kyushu, as well as being one of the ten most populated cities in Japan. Fukuoka is regarded as the best city in Asia to live in. Some of the main tourist attractions in Fukuoka include the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, which is considered one of the most fascinating festivals in Japan; the Shofukuji Temple; Canal City; and the Yatai (food stalls).