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The following is a suggested itinerary for first time travelers to Japan who spend 5 days, 4 nights in the Kansai Region around Kyoto.

Day 1 - Arrive at Kansai Airport

Arrive at Kansai Airport and take the train to Kyoto. Spend the remaining day exploring Kyoto.

Day 2-3 - Kyoto

Spend two full days in Kyoto. Consider our suggested Kyoto itineraries.

Day 4 - Nara Daytrip

Undertake a one day trip to Nara, one hour south of Kyoto.

Day 5 - Depart from Kansai Airport

Depart from Kansai Airport.

A nationwide Japan Rail Pass does not pay off for this itinerary, but we recommend to use Haruka 1-Way Tickets for your transport to/from Kansai Airport. Below are some sample budgets for the itinerary, excluding airfare. Find out more about the sample budgets and about the current yen exchange rates.