16 days in Japan Itinerary

Step off the beaten path and head to Peace Flame and Mitaki Temple. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Hiroshima: Hatsukaichi (Paddle Park, Miyama Shrine, &more), Former Naval Academy (in Etajima) and Areikarasukojima Park (in Kure). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the history behind Atomic Bomb Memorial Mound, explore the activities along Motoyasu River, examine the collection at Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum, and grab your bike and head to Tobishima Kaido.

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Singapore, Singapore to Hiroshima is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and train. You can also do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Singapore to Hiroshima. Traveling from Singapore in October, expect Hiroshima to be slightly colder, temps between 26°C and 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) to allow time to take a train to Himeji.

On the 18th (Wed), appreciate the history behind Ko Statue, don't miss a visit to Hokkeji Temple, don't miss a visit to Myokokuji Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Engyo-ji Temple Okunoin, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Engyo-ji Temple Mitsunodo, and finally don't miss a visit to Hiyoshi Shrine.

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Take a train from Hiroshima to Himeji in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In October in Himeji, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Kyoto.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Kampai Sake Tours and Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple. When in Kyoto, make a side trip to see Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farm Houses in Toyonaka, approximately Toyonaka away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Daikaku-ji, tour the pleasant surroundings at Daitoku-ji Temple, take in nature's colorful creations at Kyoto Botanical Garden, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Konchi-in.

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You can take a train from Himeji to Kyoto in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In October in Kyoto, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Kanazawa.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): don't miss a visit to Neagarimatsu, make a trip to Kenrokuen Yamazakiyama, explore the activities along Kenrokuen Kasumiga-ike Pond, then don't miss a visit to Karasaki Pine Tree, then admire the natural beauty at Togashi Rose Garden, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Kanazawa Minami Sports Park Rose Garden.

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Getting from Kyoto to Kanazawa by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Kanazawa can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to fly to Tokyo.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Arona Spa Hanare Shinjuku Kabukicho and 21 21 DESIGN SIGHT. Get out of town with these interesting Tokyo side-trips: Tonogayato Garden (in Kokubunji), Tokyo Horse Racetrack (in Fuchu) and Kawasaki (Ikuta Ryokuchi Rose Garden & Ikuta Ryokuchi Park). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Unicorn Gundam Statue, stroll through Meiji Shrine Imperial Garden, steep yourself in history at Kyu Iwasakitei Teien, and examine the collection at Nissan Crossing.

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You can fly from Kanazawa to Tokyo in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Ishigaki.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Island Countryside Settlement and Hairumubushi Beach. There's lots more to do: see the vivid underwater world at Kabira Ishizaki Manta Scramble, make a trip to Yonagunike Old Residence, trek along Nosoko Forest Road, and look for gifts at Yurateiku Market.

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Traveling by flight from Tokyo to Ishigaki takes 4.5 hours. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Tokyo in October; daily highs in Ishigaki reach 34°C and lows reach 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.