35 days in Kanto Itinerary

Pilgrims and aviators come to Narita, a town known during the Edo period for its temple, and now known primarily for its airport.

Venture out of the city with trips to Kashima Jingu (in Kashima), Katori Jingu Shrine (in Katori) and The World Doll Museum (in Abiko). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple, don't miss a visit to Naritasan Omote Sando, admire the natural beauty at Chiba City Tomitacho Agricultural Exchange Center, and go for a walk through Ishuigami no Nanohana Batake.

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Sydney, Australia to Narita is an approximately 12.5-hour combination of flight and train. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Sydney to Narita due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sydney in November, things will get little chillier in Narita: highs are around 19°C and lows about 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Mito.

Quaint and historic, Mito serves as the capital of Ibaraki Prefecture, once a castle town and stronghold for the Edo-period Mito clan.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mito: Moegi Honten (in Mashiko-machi), Daigo-machi (Forespa Daigo & Fukuroda Falls) and Ishikiri Sammyaku (in Kasama). There's still lots to do: let little ones run wild at Hitachi Seaside Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Yakuo-in Temple, examine the collection at Honda Collection Hall, and stroll around Kairakuen Park.

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Traveling by car from Narita to Mito takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In November in Mito, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Nikko.

A gateway to a sprawling and diverse national park, a center of Shinto spiritualism and place of Buddhist worship, an emblem of the riches and dominance of the Tokugawa shogunate: Nikko means many things to many people.

Change things up with these side-trips from Nikko: Katashina-mura (Tennozakura & Shigehachi), Kinu Green Park (in Takanezawa-machi) and River Rafting & Tubing (in Minakami-machi). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Nikko Tosho-gu, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Chuzenji, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Sanbon Yaridake Moutain, and contemplate the long history of Taiyuimbyo Shrine.

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Traveling by car from Mito to Nikko takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Mito in November: highs in Nikko hover around 15°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Ashikaga.

Ashikaga is a city located in Tochigi Prefecture, in the northern Kantō region of Japan. Explore Ashikaga's surroundings by going to Musashi Kyuryo National Government Park (in Namegawa-machi), Kammuri Inari Shrine (in Ota) and Seishido Seikutei (in Fukaya). There's much more to do: walk around Hana no Oasis, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hase Kannon, steep yourself in history at Shimotsurenga Manufacturing Company Rengagama, and get in on the family fun at Gunma Children's Land.

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Drive from Nikko to Ashikaga in 1.5 hours. November in Ashikaga sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Chichibu.

A little rural reprieve not far from the capital, the city of Chichibu draws visitors with its vibrant landscape and pleasant, low-key urban attractions.

Venture out of the city with trips to Arima Canyon Fishing Spot (in Hanno), Rock Garden (in Ome) and Akiruno (Minamisawa Ajisaiyama & Akigawabashi Kasen Park Barbecue Land). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mitsumine Shrine, don't miss a visit to Zukyosan Shimabuji Temple, admire the sheer force of Marugami Falls, and head outdoors with Mt. Kumotori.

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You can drive from Ashikaga to Chichibu in 2 hours. Traveling from Ashikaga in November, Chichibu is a bit cooler at night with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive to Kusatsu-machi.

Get out of town with these interesting Kusatsu-machi side-trips: Shibukawa (Ikaho Stone Steps & Taru no Kanko Strawberry Park), Haruna Shrine (in Takasaki) and Gunma Astronomical Observatory (in Takayama-mura).

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You can drive from Chichibu to Kusatsu-machi in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Chichibu in December: highs in Kusatsu-machi hover around 7°C, while lows dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Hakone-machi.

Sitting at the foot of Mount Fuji, Hakone-machi has become a popular retreat from Tokyo for locals and tourists alike.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hiromachi Ryokuchi (in Kamakura) and Inoue Sake Brewery (in Oi-machi). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at The Hakone Open-Air Museum, cool off at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, examine the collection at Hakone Venetian Glass Museum, and enjoy breathtaking views from Tenkakudai.

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You can drive from Kusatsu-machi to Hakone-machi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Kusatsu-machi in December, expect a bit warmer with lows of 5°C in Hakone-machi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Tokyo.

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tokyo: Kamakura (Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine & Kōtoku-in) and Tokyo DisneySea (in Maihama). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Meiji Jingu Shrine, find something for the whole family at Tokyo Disneyland, get great views at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and wander the streets of Odaiba.

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Getting from Hakone-machi to Tokyo by combination of bus and train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Hakone-machi, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Tokyo, ranging from highs of 14°C to lows of 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can travel back home.