Japan Trip June 2026

A collection of 20 places curated by Maiken Bryant

Places in this collection

  1. Ginza Sushi Banya Kai

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−5−10 Ginza 1st.5 Bldg, 7階

    20-Course omakase with high quality fish, great presentation and ambiance, authentic, affordable, and approachable for tourists. Offers nigiri, sashimi, fried/steamed dishes, appetizers, hand roll, soup, and dessert. Fish sourced daily from Toyosu market.

    Ginza Sushi Banya KaiView on Google Maps

  2. Kusatsu Onsen

    attraction

    Kusatsu Onsen, Kusatsu, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1711, Japan

    Small town filled with many different onsens, tattoo friendly, has indoor, outdoor, handmade, natural, foot onsens, show demonstrating how they pull off the water

    Kusatsu OnsenView on Google Maps

  3. Kamakura

    other

    Kanagawa, Japan

    Day 5 excursion option.

    KamakuraView on Google Maps

  4. Karuizawa

    attraction

    Kitasaku District, Nagano, Japan

    Mountain resort town perfect for escaping summer heat, exploring woods by bicycle, and visiting Shiraito Falls.

    KaruizawaView on Google Maps

  5. Kawagoe

    other

    Saitama, Japan

    Known as “Little Edo,” this town has preserved warehouse streets and candy shops that look frozen in the 1800s, but most visitors rush past it on the way to bigger cities.

    KawagoeView on Google Maps

  6. Hakone

    other

    Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa, Japan

    Day 5 excursion option.

    HakoneView on Google Maps

  7. Yokohama

    other

    Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

    Yokohama is home to Japan's biggest Chinatown.

    YokohamaView on Google Maps

  8. Fuji Five Lakes

    attraction

    Yamanashi, Japan

    The ultimate gateway to Mt. Fuji, offering famous views of the mountain reflecting on the lakes and the Chureito Pagoda for postcard shots.

    Fuji Five LakesView on Google Maps

  9. Nokogiri-yama

    attraction

    Motona, Kyonan, Awa District, Chiba 299-1901, Japan

    Offers a rugged hike with a massive stone Buddha carved into the mountain and a cliff-edge viewpoint ('Hell Peek') over Tokyo Bay.

    Nokogiri-yamaView on Google Maps

  10. Nikko

    other

    Tochigi, Japan

    Day 5 excursion option.

    NikkoView on Google Maps

  11. DOG HEART

    cafe

    Japan, 〒151-0063 Tokyo, Shibuya, Tomigaya, 1 Chome−45−2 代々木パークビル 2F Ｙ’ｓ

    A dog rental cafe where you can choose a dog for a walk. Includes snacks, water, and poop bags. The rental is for one hour and includes a walk to a nearby park.

    DOG HEARTView on Google Maps

  12. Takeshita Street

    attraction

    1 Chome-16-6 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Evening activity on Day 8 in Tokyo (Shibuya area).

    Takeshita StreetView on Google Maps

  13. Oishi Park

    attraction

    ２５２５番地の１１先 Ōishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0305, Japan

    Lake and greenery makes it 100x nicer

    Oishi ParkView on Google Maps

  14. Arakurayama Sengen Park

    attraction

    2-chome-4-1 Asama, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi 403-0011, Japan

    Classic photo spot with Mount Fuji and a five-story pagoda in the same frame.

    Arakurayama Sengen ParkView on Google Maps

  15. Oshino hakkai

    attraction

    Shibokusa, Oshino, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0511, Japan

    Features small bridges, clear streams, traditional houses, and Mount Fuji in the distance, offering a peaceful Japanese countryside vibe.

    Oshino hakkaiView on Google Maps

  16. Shirakawa

    attraction

    Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu, Japan

    Visit for one day in the Japanese Alps.

    ShirakawaView on Google Maps

  17. Takayama

    other

    Takayama, Gifu, Japan

    Visit for one day in the Japanese Alps.

    TakayamaView on Google Maps

  18. Kanazawa

    other

    Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

    Visit for one day in the Japanese Alps.

    KanazawaView on Google Maps

  19. Ramen Hiro

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukicho, 1 Chome−12−2 第58東京ビル B1F

    Ramen spot with 10 different types of ramen. Recommended to get the rich broth. Located near Hotel Gracery (Godzilla Hotel).

    Ramen HiroView on Google Maps

  20. Yuzuki

    restaurant

    5-6 Konohanamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0852, Japan

    YuzukiView on Google Maps