Recommended Itineraries
in Greater Tokyo

Discover the lush beauty and cultural charm of northern Greater Tokyo. North of Tokyo Metropolis, this region is abundant in diverse naturescapes and historical sites, making it a perfect outdoorsy getaway. Rent a car in Aizu Wakamatsu in Fukushima and then head south through the mesmerizing wonders of Gunma, Tochigi, and Ibaraki prefectures. This three-day trip features hands-on activities, thrilling outdoor adventures, picturesque vistas, and one-of-a-kind architecture.
The most efficient way to reach Fukushima from Tokyo is via the Tohoku Shinkansen. The journey from Ueno or Tokyo Station to Koriyama Station, the closest station to our first destination, is about one hour and ten minutes and costs between 8,000 to 12,000 yen one-way. This trip is covered by the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area). We recommend arriving in Fukushima the night before the trip so you can take full advantage of the first day.

Bordering Tokyo Metropolis on all sides, Yamanashi, Saitama, and Chiba prefectures offer a wealth of unique nature and cultural opportunities. During this two-day trip, behold mesmerizing views of Mount Fuji, sip wine in Yamanashi, marvel at the art of bonsai, and then finish the adventure with panoramas of hundreds of rice paddies.
Lake Kawaguchiko, our trip's first stop, is only about a 2-hour bus or train ride from central Tokyo. For train travel, a few Limited Express Kawaguchiko services directly connect Shinjuku Station (JR Chuo Line) to Kawaguchiko Station (Fujikyuko Line), otherwise there are plenty of services that connect via a change at Otsuki Station along the way.
Once you reach the Kawaguchiko area, rent a car to start your journey.

Explore an array of traditional Japanese crafts with a 3-day cultural tour across four prefectures. Starting in Kamakura, participate in four unique workshops and then end your journey with an atmospheric stroll through the historic streets of Narai-Juku. For this trip, we recommend a combination of car and train travel.