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Tokyo → Kyoto → Osaka
A balanced first-trip route with enough time for the major neighborhoods, Kyoto highlights and an Osaka finish.
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Estimated trip budget
¥154,000
7 days × 1 traveler × Mid-range
About ¥22,000 per traveler per day
Planning estimate for accommodation, meals, local transport and typical sightseeing. International flights, major shopping and premium experiences are not included. Non-JPY currencies are approximate planning conversions and should be checked against the current exchange rate before booking.
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