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3-Day Trip to Japan: Explore Classic Routes

A three-day trip to Japan, exploring the essence of its attractions! Super practical guide, taking you to experience Japanese customs with ease. Save it now! -- Japan, located in East Asia, is an island nation full of history 🏝️. From ancient Kyoto 🏞️ to bustling Tokyo 🌆, it embodies a unique Japanese charm. Here, it is often called the land of cherry blossoms 🌸, and every spring, the pink sea of flowers is a sight to behold. -- 🏃‍♀️Itinerary: Day 1: Enakyo Gorge -> Tsumago-juku -> Magome-juku -> Gero Onsen Gassho-style Village -> Gero Onsen -> Gero Spa Museum Travel through the spectacular Enakyo Gorge, explore the ancient post towns of Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku, and feel the charm of history. Then head to Gero Onsen Gassho-style Village to experience traditional Japanese rural customs, relax in Gero Onsen, and finally visit the Gero Spa Museum to learn about onsen culture. Day 2: Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine -> Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall -> Takayama Jinya -> Sanmachi Suji Old Town -> Shirakawa-go Visit the sacred Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine and feel the power of faith. Then visit the Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall and Takayama Jinya to learn about the history and culture of Takayama. Stroll through the Sanmachi Suji Old Town and experience the charm of the ancient streets. Finally, head to Shirakawa-go, a World Cultural Heritage site, to admire the unique gassho-style architecture. Day 3: Nomura Samurai House -> Omicho Market -> Higashi Chaya District -> Kenrokuen Garden -> Kanazawa Castle Park -> 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa First, visit the Nomura Samurai House to experience the samurai era. Then stroll through the bustling Omicho Market and savor authentic delicacies. Wander through the Higashi Chaya District and experience the Edo period. Afterwards, visit the famous Kenrokuen Garden and admire the beauty of Japanese gardens. Finally, visit Kanazawa Castle Park and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, to experience the fusion of art and history. -- Must-see attractions: Shirakawa-go ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Ogimachi, Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu 501-5627, Japan - Opening hours: Open all day - Duration: 2–3 hrs - Featuring gassho-style architecture, it's like stepping into a fairy tale world 🏡! Kenrokuen Garden ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: 1 Kenroku-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0936, Japan - Opening hours: 7am–6pm (Mar 1–Oct 15) - Duration: 2 hrs - Beautiful scenery in all seasons, a collection of the essence of Edo-era gardening 🌸. Omicho Market ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: 50 Kamiomicho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0905, Japan - Opening hours: 9am–5pm - Duration: 2–3 hrs - Kanazawa's main fresh food market, the seafood rice bowls are incredibly delicious 🍤! Gero Onsen ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Gero, Gifu, Japan - Opening hours: All day - Duration: 3–4 hrs - Natural hot spring with a spring temperature of up to 84 degrees Celsius, a good place to relax and unwind 🛁. -- 🧳 Travel checklist: Unveiling the essential items for traveling to Japan! 📞 A phone card is essential for staying connected and enjoying a barrier-free trip to Japan! 🔌 Remember to bring a plug adapter, as the voltage in Japan is 110V! 🪪 Keep your passport and visa handy, as important documents are essential for safe travel! 👔 March in Japan is still chilly, so a light jacket with a long skirt is both fashionable and warm! -- Enjoy Japan and travel with ease! Remember to save this guide so you don't get lost 🌈
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Posted: Mar 17, 2025
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