Day 1 – Arrival & Roppongi & Ebisu

Arrive in Tokyo: Take direct airport train to Roppongi (express train direct)

• Afternoon: Stroll around Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Midtown

• Coffee stop at Commons

• Highballs at Just a Coffee Bar

• Evening in Ebisu: Yakitori & natural wine at Wine Stand Waltz

Day 2 – Shibuya, Harajuku & Shinjuku

• Morning: Breakfast at Bricolage Bread & Co.

• Walk to Shibuya Scramble Crossing & Hachiko Square - capture the iconic crossing photos

• TIP: Head to the Starbucks and view the chaos of the crossing from above

• Afternoon: Walk to Takeshita Street (Harajuku) – try street pancakes

• Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine

• Evening in Shinjuku: Explore city at night (3D cat billboard, Godzilla head)

• Dinner at Omoide Yokocho – try Kameya Udon

• Drinks in Golden Gai – tiny bars with lots of character

Day 3 – Parks, Skytree & Asakusa

• Morning: Breakfast at Little Darling Coffee Roasters

• Scenic walk through Aoyama Cemetery

• Visit Ueno Park (museums, shrines)

• Afternoon: Head to Tokyo Skytree (recommend pre-booking tickets)

• Walk to Senso-ji Temple via Nakamise Dori

• Street food stops: try Asakusa Chicken & 7-Eleven strawberry sandwiches

• Evening: Small plates & sake tasting at Eureka!

• Drinks & vinyl at Bar Marta – Guinness or Sapporo on tap

Day 4 – Culture, Shrines & Final Tokyo Night

• Morning: Coffee at Blue Bottle (Roppongi) And vsit Tokyo Art Centre

• Walk to Imperial Palace grounds

• Refresh with drinks from vending machines

• Loop back via Hie Shrine (photo-worthy red torii gates)

• Evening: Dinner at Udon Shin (expect a queue – worth it!)

• Cocktails at SG Club (one of Asia's top bars)

• End at a traditional listening bar like Grandfather’s

Day 5 – Coastal Escape to Atami

• Morning: stock up on snacks at 7-Eleven and take the Shinkansen to Atami: Sit on the right side for Mount Fuji views

• On arrival check in to a traditional homestay

• Afternoon: Explore Atami Beach

• Lunch at a local ramen spot (e.g., Ishin)

• Stop for a glass of wine/champagne at Enoteca Maniffur

• Walk the Natural Spring Trail around town

• Relax in an Onsen (hot spring)

• Evening: Dinner & local brews at Atami Craft Beer House

• Early night to unwind

Day 6 – Atami Castle & Arrival in Kyoto

• Morning: Enjoy homestay breakfast

• Take the cable car up to Atami Castle for coastal views

• Midday: Catch the Shinkansen to Kyoto arrive late afternoon and settle in

• Afternoon – Fushimi Inari & Kyoto Tower

• Uber to Fushimi Inari Taisha – explore the famous red torii gates

• Dinner nearby: Ichiban Fushimiinari Ekimae (yakitori)Train back to Kyoto Station

• View Kyoto Tower at night

• Optional: Late-night yakitori & Sapporo at Sukiyanen

Day 7 – Temples, Markets & Gion Nightlife

• Morning: Coffee & cheese toastie at SOT

• Early stroll around Kiyomizu-dera Temple (UNESCO site)

• Walk via Higashiyama Ward, through Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka Hills

• Matcha break at a traditional tea house

• Afternoon lunch at Taku Sando Kyoto – try the chicken and egg sandos

• Explore Nishiki Market – local snacks & shops

• Evening sunset drinks at Inn the Moon Rooftop Bar

• Dinner at Gion Yuki – small plates & sake in a traditional izakaya

• Nightcap at Bar Mitchell – vinyl listening bar

Day 8 – Bamboo Forest, Tofu Tasting & River Walk (Arashiyama → Kyoto)

• Morning Train to Arashiyama and Matcha break before entering the Bamboo Forest And walk the iconic grove paths under towering bamboo

• Lunch: Shōrian – unique 8-course tofu tasting menu

• Afternoon scenic walk back to central Kyoto along the Katsura River

• Evening: Dinner at 66Tantan – local dan dan noodles And eers at Kirin City Beer Hall (Shinkyogoku area)

Day 9 – Day Trip to Osaka: Pancakes, Culture & City Lights

• Morning: Take a 25-minute train from Kyoto to Osaka

• Famous fluffy soufflé pancakes for breakfast at Elk

• Midday stroll through bustling local streets and browse ceramic stores, independent andclothes stores

• Matcha + toasted mochi at WAD Café (stylish and serene)

• Afternoon: visit Osaka Castle – explore the grounds and soak in some culture

• Early evening walk along Dōtonbori River – bright lights, buzzing vibes

• Evening: street yakitori and local shopping in Dōtonbori area

• Final nightcap: Milk Bar Listening Record Bar – vinyl, chill, drinks