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14 DAY PASS – Honeymoon<br />

Itinerary<br />

Day 5: Explore Hakone<br />

There are many things to do in Hakone. For museum enthusiasts, there is the Open Air Museum, which features large sculptures and installations<br />

scattered outdoors on the well-manicured lawns and paintings of world-renowned artists such as Picasso. For those who enjoy exploring nature, the<br />

area around Lake Ashinoko has several walking trails surrounded by different kinds of plants and trees, with stunning views of the lake and Mount Fuji.<br />

The Hakone Tozan <strong>Rail</strong>way, the Hakone Ropeway, and the Sightseeing Cruise are also recommended to discover more of Hakone’s hidden natural gems,<br />

and these are all covered by your Hakone Free <strong>Pass</strong>.<br />

Day 6: Hakone to Kyoto (spend 4 nights Kyoto)<br />

Next stop is Kyoto, which is about a two-hour Shinkansen ride from Odawara Station.<br />

For a few days’ stay in Kyoto, treat yourselves with another luxury hotel experience, this time at the Ritz-Carlton (http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/<br />

japan/kyoto). Located in the downtown area, this five-star hotel offers Western and <strong>Japan</strong>ese style rooms, with premium facilities and amenities, and<br />

easy access to the city’s must-see attractions. A two-person suite costs between 53,000 yen and 75,000 yen.<br />

Day 7: Explore Kyoto<br />

The Arashiyama district has plenty of attractions to keep you busy for a day. Located in the outskirts of western Kyoto, it is home to old houses and<br />

buildings, ancient shrines and temples, and fantastic views of the river and the mountains.<br />

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove – The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is a great place to take some beautiful, romantic photos. However, you need to be<br />

there early in the morning to avoid the crowds.<br />

Sagano Romantic Train – The Sagano Romantic Train is a seven-kilometre train ride from Arashiyama to Kameoka, along the Hozu River. It runs<br />

at about 25 kilometres per hour, so you can comfortably take in all the amazing scenery.<br />

Day 8: Explore Kyoto<br />

While in Kyoto as newlyweds, you should definitely try the Kyoto Wedding Program. It offers couples on their honeymoon or celebrating their anniversary<br />

the opportunity to wear traditional <strong>Japan</strong>ese groom and bridal costume, participate in a traditional ceremony, and learn about <strong>Japan</strong>ese wedding customs<br />

and traditions. Cost is around 130,680 yen per couple.<br />

Uji, Kyoto<br />

Fushimi-inari shrine<br />

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