60 days in Japan Itinerary

Visiting Prime Scuba Ishigaki Diving Center - Day Tour and Iriomote Island will get you outdoors. Explore Ishigaki's surroundings by going to Iriomote-jima (Canyoning & Rappelling Tours, Mariudo Fall, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Kabira Bay, enjoy the sand and surf at Yonehara Beach, see some colorful creatures with Ocean Club, and identify plant and animal life at Kabira Ishizaki Manta Scramble.

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Tel Aviv, Israel to Ishigaki is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Tel Aviv to Ishigaki. Traveling from Tel Aviv in November, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Ishigaki, with lows of 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Koya-cho.

Escape the urban bustle at Mt. Koya and Katsuragi Highlands. Get some historical perspective at Koyasan Okunoin and Kongobu-ji Temple. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Koya-cho: Mitarai Valley (in Tenkawa-mura), Studio Yamato Zakura (in Yamatotakada) and Muroji Temple (in Uda).

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Traveling by flight from Ishigaki to Koya-cho takes 4 hours. Traveling from Ishigaki in November, things will get a bit cooler in Koya-cho: highs are around 19°C and lows about 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Kyoto.

Head to Dotombori District and Nishiki Market Shopping Districtfor plenty of shopping. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine and Kinkaku-ji. Venture out of the city with trips to Jindoji Temple (in Kizugawa), Nara (Nigatsu-do Temple, Nara Park, &more) and Jikko Japanese Knife Shop Namba Skyo (in Namba). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Arashiyama, steep yourself in history at Sanjusangendo Temple, visit Gion, and explore the historical opulence of Osaka Castle.

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You can drive from Koya-cho to Kyoto in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. Traveling from Koya-cho in November, plan for a bit cooler nights in Kyoto, with lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to take a train to Hatsukaichi.

Visit Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Daishoin Temple and Former House of Yamamura Family. Get out of town with these interesting Hatsukaichi side-trips: Akiota-cho (Sandandaki Falls & Sandan-kyo), Hagi (Kita-Nagato Coast & Hamasaki Machiya Preservation Area) and Takatoridai (in Kure). The adventure continues: take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Misen, add some adventure to your tour with Paddle Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Miyama Shrine, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Getting from Kyoto to Hatsukaichi by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to Himeji.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Himeji Castle and Yoneda Taishiji Temple. Old Shizutani School and Kyu Hatosaki Torodo will appeal to history buffs. Get out of town with these interesting Himeji side-trips: Hattoji Furusatomura (in Bizen), Asago (Ritsuun Valley & Takeda Castle Ruins) and Yabu (Wakasu Kogen Oya Ski Area & Tendaki Falls). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Koko-en, contemplate the long history of Nishi no Maru, and wander the streets of Kobe Harborland.

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You can take a train from Hatsukaichi to Himeji in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Nagano.

Zenko-ji Temple and Yamaga Shrine will appeal to history buffs. Escape the urban bustle at Snow Monkey Resorts and Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Nagano: Kaminaridaki Falls (in Takayama-mura), Annaka (Apt Street & Usui Pass) and Kumoba Pond (in Karuizawa-machi). The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Yubatake, admire the sheer force of Osen Waterfall, take in the spiritual surroundings of Togakushi Shrine Okusha, and hit the slopes at Nozawa Onsen.

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You can fly from Himeji to Nagano in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from Himeji in December, expect Nagano to be a bit cooler, temps between 7°C and 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) so you can go by car to Matsumoto.

Get some historical perspective at Matsumoto Castle and Nihyaku Jizo. Escape the urban bustle at Nakayama Kogen and Hanakomichi. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Matsumoto: Takayama (Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato), Takayama Jinya, &more), Hakuba Mountain Harbor (in Hakuba-mura) and Nanmoku-mura (Semi no Keikoku & Tatsuiwa). And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Kirigamine Marshland, take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Shirouma, appreciate the extensive heritage of Naraijuku, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Nagano Gokoku Shrine.

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You can drive from Nagano to Matsumoto in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In December in Matsumoto, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Fujikawaguchiko-machi.

Get some cultural insight at Mount Fuji and Arayayama Shrine Okumiya. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Choanji Temple and Jiun-ji Temple. Venture out of the city with trips to Hakone-machi (Lake Ashinoko & The Hakone Open-Air Museum), Shakushi Toge (in Susono) and Fujinomiya Route (in Fujinomiya). Spend the 14th (Thu) exploring nature at Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Kawaguchi, identify plant and animal life at Sankodai, awaken your taste buds at Fuji Bike Tour, and get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Traveling by car from Matsumoto to Fujikawaguchiko-machi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Matsumoto in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Fujikawaguchiko-machi, with lows of 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Nikko.

Take a break from the city and head to Nikko National Park and Nasu Nature Study Paths. Visit Nikko Tosho-gu and Nikko Futarasan Jinja Chugushi Shrine for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from Nikko: Mount Nasudake (in Nasu-machi), Nasushiobara (Sanbon Yaridake Moutain, Ryushun Fall, &more) and Oshiraji Falls (in Yaita). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Kegon Falls, contemplate the waterfront views at Sainoko Lake, explore the striking landscape at Kammangafuchi Gorge, and explore the stunning scenery at Setoai-kyo Canyon.

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Traveling by car from Fujikawaguchiko-machi to Nikko takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tokyo.

Head to Asakusa and Art Jeunesse Akihabarafor plenty of shopping. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Senso-ji Temple and Kōtoku-in. Change things up with these side-trips from Tokyo: Kamakura (Hase-dera Temple & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine). Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Tokyo Tower, don't miss a visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine, get a sense of history and politics at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings, and admire the natural beauty at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

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You can drive from Nikko to Tokyo in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and subway. Traveling from Nikko in December, expect a bit cooler with lows of 4°C in Tokyo. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.