Travel Itinerary for 2 Adults

Tokyo, Japan

• 3 nights at APA Hotel Nagatacho Hanzomon Ekimae
• Transportation from Tokyo Train Station to Nagoya City Center
• Ticket: "Mount Fuji and Hakone Full-Day Tour (Return by Shinkansen)"
• Ticket: "Tokyo After 5pm: Japanese Food Tour"

Nagoya, Japan

• 3 nights at Hotel Vista Nagoya
• Transportation from Nagoya City Center to Shin-Osaka
• Ticket: "Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya"
• Ticket: "Eat Like A Local In Nagoya: Private & Personalized"

Osaka, Japan

• 3 nights at InterContinental Osaka, an IHG Hotel
• Transportation from Osaka City Center to Kyoto City Center
• Ticket: "Discover Osaka City - Full-Day Private Tour"
• Ticket: "Absolute Osaka Food Tour"

Kyoto, Japan

• 3 nights at Vessel Hotel Campana Kyoto Gojo
• Ticket: "Kyoto Morning Tour: Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace"
• Ticket: "Nara Afternoon Tour: Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park and Kasuga Taisha Shrine"

Recommended Guides and Books

To enhance your travel experience, I recommend reading the following guides and books:

• "Lonely Planet Japan" for comprehensive information on destinations, culture, and travel tips.
• "DK Eyewitness Japan" which provides detailed visuals and historical context for various landmarks.
• "Cool Japan Guide: Fun in the Land of Manga, Lucky Cats and Ramen" by Abby Denson for a fun and engaging perspective on Japanese culture.
• "A Geek in Japan: Discovering the Land of Manga, Anime, Zen, and the Tea Ceremony" by Hector Garcia for a deep dive into modern Japanese culture.
• "The Rough Guide to Japan" for practical advice and off-the-beaten-path suggestions.
• "Japanese Food Made Easy" by Aya Nishimura for a taste of local cuisine you might encounter on your food tours.

These resources will provide valuable insights and help you make the most of your trip to Japan. Enjoy your journey!