How to Have the Best Day in Shibuya and Harajuku!
Shabuya sky is the value view at about 18. Tomorrow, Shabuya and Harajuku essentials. Bring comfortable shoes, lots of walking. Charge an IC card for quick taps. Sleep early. Big day ahead in Shabuya. Day two, Shabuya and Harajuku. Start at Maji Shrine. Calm and free. Browse Harajuku for quick window shopping. Then the iconic scramble. Organized chaos. Shabuya Sky is the value view at about 18. Activate your JR pass today. Convenience stores add up. Watch the snacks. Set a daily snack limit. End of day two, 145 total. Next, the $400 transport hack. It changes your whole route. But first, a Fuji Day trip covered with the JR pass when you time it right. Day three, markets, Fuji, and digital art. Grab an affordable sushi breakfast at Sukaji.
Planning your first trip to Japan? This complete 7-day itinerary covers Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka for under $1,500 – saving you over $2,000 compared to typical tour packages! I’ll show you exactly where to go, what to do, and how to avoid the costly mistakes most first-timers make.
🗾 COMPLETE 7-DAY BREAKDOWN:
⏱️ 0:00 – Intro: Why This Itinerary Saves You $2,400
⏱️ 0:45 – Day 1: Tokyo Arrival & Shinjuku Exploration
⏱️ 2:15 – Day 2: Tokyo Must-Sees (Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji Shrine)
⏱️ 3:45 – Day 3: Tokyo Hidden Gems & Day Trip Options
⏱️ 5:15 – Day 4: Travel to Kyoto + Gion District
⏱️ 6:45 – Day 5: Kyoto Temples & Bamboo Forest
⏱️ 8:15 – Day 6: Osaka Castle & Dotonbori Food Heaven
⏱️ 9:45 – Day 7: Osaka Day Trip (Nara or Kobe) + Departure Prep
⏱️ 11:15 – Complete Budget Breakdown & Money-Saving Tips
💰 TOTAL BUDGET BREAKDOWN:
✈️ Flights: $600-800 (book 3 months ahead)
🏨 Accommodation: $280 (budget hotels/hostels)
🚄 JR Pass (7-day): $280
🍜 Food: $210 ($30/day)
🎫 Activities: $150
📱 Pocket WiFi: $50
💵 TOTAL: $1,370-$1,570
🎯 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
✅ Exact daily itineraries with timing strategies
✅ How to use the JR Pass to save $400+
✅ Best budget accommodation in each city
✅ Where to eat authentic food without tourist prices
✅ Common mistakes that waste money and time
✅ Free activities and hidden gems locals love
📱 HELPFUL RESOURCES:
• JR Pass Calculator: [link]
• Best Tokyo Budget Hotels: [link]
• Kyoto Temple Pass Guide: [link]
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