Japan Family Adventure: Urban Wonders & Countryside Escapes – Summer Edition ??️

Experience an unforgettable family journey through Japan, mixing the excitement of Tokyo’s theme parks and iconic sights with the tranquility of Hakone’s hot springs and Fuji Five Lakes’ breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy theme parks, hiking trails, lakes, mountains, local cuisine, sweets, and scenic countryside towns for a well-balanced urban-rural adventure.

Trip Plan in Tokyo, Hakone, Fuji Five Lakes

  • 1 5 days in Tokyo, Japan
    • Tokyo Haneda International Airport Tokyo, Japan
    • 25.9 km | 33 minutes
  • 2 3 days in Hakone, Japan
    • Tokyo, Japan Hakone, Japan
    • 80.8 km | 1 hours 20 minutes
  • 3 3 days in Fuji Five Lakes, Japan
    • Hakone, Japan Fuji Five Lakes, Japan
    • 53.0 km | 1 hours 17 minutes
  • 4 Return
    • Fuji Five Lakes, Japan Narita International Airport
    • 172 km | 2 hours 16 minutes

Tokyo, Japan’s busy capital, mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. The opulent Meiji Shinto Shrine is known for its towering gate and surrounding woods. The Imperial Palace sits amid large public gardens. The city's many museums offer exhibits ranging from classical art (in the Tokyo National Museum) to a reconstructed kabuki theater (in the Edo-Tokyo Museum).

Jul 18 | Jul 23

متوسط درجة الحرارة خلال فترة الإقامة: ℃27.5
Hot and humid with the rainy season continuing. Expect typhoons. Consider indoor activities or travel outside Tokyo.
Day # 1 in Tokyo (Fri Jul 18)
Omoide Yokocho
#1 Evening walk & dinner in Shinjuku

04:00 PM - 06:00 PM Omoide Yokocho

Enjoy a stroll in the lively Shinjuku district, explore Omoide Yokocho’s alleys packed with local eateries, and try your first local Japanese dinner in one of the famous yakitori places.

Day # 2 in Tokyo (Sat Jul 19)
Tokyo Disneyland
#1 Full Day at Tokyo Disneyland

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM Tokyo Disneyland

Experience a fun-filled day in one of Japan’s top theme parks, with rides and entertainment for all ages. Perfect for families, featuring world-class attractions and performances.

Day # 3 in Tokyo (Sun Jul 20)
Ueno Park
#1 Visit Iconic Urban Park and Zoo

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Ueno Park

Explore Ueno Park’s gardens, ponds, and the Tokyo National Museum area, and visit Ueno Zoo - one of Japan’s most famous zoos.

Nakamise Shopping Street
#2 Shopping & sweets afternoon in Asakusa

02:00 PM - 05:00 PM Nakamise Shopping Street

Stroll through Nakamise-dori for traditional snacks and souvenirs, and visit Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple.

Day # 4 in Tokyo (Mon Jul 21)
Ghibli Museum, Mitaka
#1 Visit Ghibli Museum (Pre-booking needed)

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Ghibli Museum, Mitaka

Discover the magical world of Studio Ghibli, a must for families with kids and animation fans, featuring unique exhibits and interactive installations.

Kichijoji and Inokashira Park
#2 Relaxed walk and café time

02:00 PM - 04:00 PM Kichijoji and Inokashira Park

Enjoy a stroll around Kichijoji neighborhood, relax in Inokashira Park, and visit a themed café for sweets and drinks.

Day # 5 in Tokyo (Tue Jul 22)
Shibuya Crossing
#1 Explore Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Shibuya Crossing

Experience the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, visit the famous Hachiko dog statue and nearby department stores.

teamLab Planets TOKYO
#2 Family fun at teamLab Planets Tokyo

01:00 PM - 05:00 PM teamLab Planets TOKYO

Explore a unique digital art museum where you walk through water and immersive installations — a family favorite for memorable photos.

Day # 6 in Tokyo (Wed Jul 23)
Tokyo Station
#1 Bullet Train to Hakone

09:00 AM - 09:30 AM Tokyo Station

Take the Shinkansen and Odakyu Romancecar to Hakone, a scenic mountain area famous for its hot springs and views of Mount Fuji.

Jul 18 | Jul 23hotel iconKeio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Day # 1 in Tokyo (Fri Jul 18) 04:00 PM - 06:00 PMactivity icon Evening walk & dinner in Shinjuku11 minutes
Day # 2 in Tokyo (Sat Jul 19) 09:00 AM - 05:00 PMactivity icon Full Day at Tokyo Disneyland30 minutes
Day # 3 in Tokyo (Sun Jul 20) 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMactivity icon Visit Iconic Urban Park and Zoo27 minutes
02:00 PM - 05:00 PMactivity icon Shopping & sweets afternoon in Asakusa12 minutes
Day # 4 in Tokyo (Mon Jul 21) 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMactivity icon Visit Ghibli Museum (Pre-booking needed)26 minutes
02:00 PM - 04:00 PMactivity icon Relaxed walk and café time9 minutes
Day # 5 in Tokyo (Tue Jul 22) 09:00 AM - 12:00 PMactivity icon Explore Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue16 minutes
01:00 PM - 05:00 PMactivity icon Family fun at teamLab Planets Tokyo20 minutes
Day # 6 in Tokyo (Wed Jul 23) 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMactivity icon Bullet Train to Hakone20 minutes

Hakone, a scenic town in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, is renowned for its hot springs, natural beauty, and views of Mount Fuji. Visitors can enjoy boating on Lake Ashi, visit the Hakone Shrine, and relax in traditional onsen baths.

Jul 24 | Jul 26

متوسط درجة الحرارة خلال فترة الإقامة: ℃25.0
Hot and humid with frequent rain. Best to focus on indoor activities or early morning hikes. Stay hydrated.
Day # 1 in Hakone (Thu Jul 24)
Owakudani
#1 Hakone Ropeway & Owakudani Valley

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Owakudani

Ride the Hakone Ropeway above valleys and geothermal vents, see volcanic activity and taste black eggs cooked in the hot springs.

Hakone Yuryo
#2 Relax in Hakone Yuryo Onsen

01:00 PM - 04:00 PM Hakone Yuryo

Enjoy family time in a traditional Japanese hot spring bathhouse, with private onsen rooms available for families.

Day # 2 in Hakone (Fri Jul 25)
Hakone Tokaido Trail
#1 Hiking Old Tokaido Road

09:30 AM - 11:30 AM Hakone Tokaido Trail

Walk a preserved cobblestone section of the historic Tokaido Road through Hakone's cedar avenue, beautiful for families who enjoy light hikes.

Hakone Venetian Glass Museum
#2 Hakone Glass Museum & café

12:00 PM - 03:00 PM Hakone Venetian Glass Museum

Marvel at glass art, enjoy garden views, and try sweets and drinks at the on-site café with Mt. Fuji views.

Day # 3 in Hakone (Sat Jul 26)
Hakone-Yumoto Station
#1 Transfer to Fuji Five Lakes (by bus/train)

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Hakone-Yumoto Station

Travel to Kawaguchiko area near Mt. Fuji, famous for lakes and outdoor fun.

Jul 24 | Jul 26hotel iconHyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa
Day # 1 in Hakone (Thu Jul 24) 09:00 AM - 12:00 PMactivity icon Hakone Ropeway & Owakudani Valley10 minutes
01:00 PM - 04:00 PMactivity icon Relax in Hakone Yuryo Onsen34 minutes
Day # 2 in Hakone (Fri Jul 25) 09:30 AM - 11:30 AMactivity icon Hiking Old Tokaido Road27 minutes
12:00 PM - 03:00 PMactivity icon Hakone Glass Museum & café33 minutes
Day # 3 in Hakone (Sat Jul 26) 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMactivity icon Transfer to Fuji Five Lakes (by bus/train)22 minutes

Fuji Five Lakes is a scenic region north of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, famous for its stunning lakes, hot springs, and spectacular views of Mount Fuji, popular for outdoor activities and traditional Japanese inns.

Jul 27 | Jul 29

متوسط درجة الحرارة خلال فترة الإقامة: ℃24.0
Hot and humid. Hiking is best early in the morning. Fuji Rock Festival (late July) attracts music lovers.
Day # 1 in Fuji Five Lakes (Sun Jul 27)
Aokigahara Forest (Sea of Trees)
#1 Family hike in Aokigahara Forest

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Aokigahara Forest (Sea of Trees)

Explore an easy loop trail in Aokigahara, the lush forest at Mt. Fuji’s northern base, with guided options to see ice caves and lava tubes (like Narusawa Ice Cave).

Houtou Fudou Kawaguchiko
#2 Try Hoto noodles & local sweets

02:00 PM - 04:00 PM Houtou Fudou Kawaguchiko

Enjoy a hearty lunch of Hoto, a regional noodle specialty, followed by local sweets at nearby dessert cafés.

Day # 2 in Fuji Five Lakes (Mon Jul 28)
Lake Kawaguchiko
#1 Scenic walk and paddle boat on Lake Kawaguchi

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Lake Kawaguchiko

Walk lakeside trails and rent a family paddle boat or row boat, with Mt. Fuji visible in the background (good weather permitting).

Oishi Park
#2 Visit Oishi Park (flower views/café)

01:00 PM - 03:30 PM Oishi Park

Relax at Oishi Park with its mountain and flower views, and visit the café for local blueberry & seasonal sweets.

Day # 3 in Fuji Five Lakes (Tue Jul 29)
Fujikawaguchiko local café
#1 Check-out and enjoy last local breakfast

09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Fujikawaguchiko local café

Savor your last morning with a relaxed breakfast in a local restaurant before departing for the airport.

Jul 27 | Jul 29hotel iconFujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso
Day # 1 in Fuji Five Lakes (Sun Jul 27) 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMactivity icon Family hike in Aokigahara Forest21 minutes
02:00 PM - 04:00 PMactivity icon Try Hoto noodles & local sweets16 minutes
Day # 2 in Fuji Five Lakes (Mon Jul 28) 09:00 AM - 12:00 PMactivity icon Scenic walk and paddle boat on Lake Kawaguchi6 minutes
01:00 PM - 03:30 PMactivity icon Visit Oishi Park (flower views/café)13 minutes
Day # 3 in Fuji Five Lakes (Tue Jul 29) 09:00 AM - 11:00 AMactivity icon Check-out and enjoy last local breakfast6 minutes

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