Last reviewed: · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.
Route at a glance
This relaxed-paced 6-day itinerary uses 3 bases — Kyoto (2 nights), Amanohashidate (Miyazu) (2 nights), Kinosaki Onsen (2 nights) — to keep hotel changes low while covering Kyoto, Amanohashidate (Miyazu), Kinosaki Onsen. Daily spend for mid-range travelers is around ¥22,000 per person including accommodation.
Why this route is ranked #73
Ranked #73 with 72/100: a multi-stop route with more transfer time, strong Kansai highlights (Kyoto, Amanohashidate (Miyazu), Kinosaki Onsen), relaxed pacing for second-timers, and good value at ¥22,000/day.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Route Efficiency & Transit Pacing | 21.6 / 30 |
| Iconic & Cultural Depth | 18 / 25 |
| First-Timer Accessibility & Logistics | 14.4 / 20 |
| Cost-to-Value Ratio | 10.8 / 15 |
| Seasonal Flexibility | 7.2 / 10 |
| Total | 72 / 100 |
Day-by-day plan
Arrive in Kyoto
Arrive, pick up an IC card and settle in. Easy first afternoon: Fushimi Inari at dawn, then Higashiyama, Kiyomizu-dera and Gion.
Kyoto: Arashiyama bamboo grove
Arashiyama bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji and Kinkaku-ji
Travel to Amanohashidate (Miyazu)
Morning transfer to Amanohashidate (Miyazu) (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Amanohashidate sandbar viewpoint and Ine boathouses.
Flexible day in Amanohashidate (Miyazu)
Free day in Amanohashidate (Miyazu): revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Amanohashidate sandbar viewpoint and Ine boathouses.
Travel to Kinosaki Onsen
Morning transfer to Kinosaki Onsen (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Seven public bath crawl in yukata.
Flexible day in Kinosaki Onsen · depart
Free day in Kinosaki Onsen: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Seven public bath crawl in yukata. Head to the airport in the afternoon.
Transport & rail pass notes
Use an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) for local trains and buses. Point-to-point tickets are usually cheaper than a JR Pass for this route.
What to book ahead
- Hotels in peak sakura (late Mar–early Apr) and koyo (Nov) seasons
- Shinkansen seats on weekends & holidays
- Signature experiences in Kyoto
Ways to adapt this route
- Short on time? Drop Kinosaki Onsen and add a night to Kyoto.
- Travelling in winter? Check seasonal closures for mountain roads and ropeways.
- Use our Itinerary Builder tool to customise this plan.
Frequently asked questions
Is 6 days enough for Kyoto, Amanohashidate (Miyazu), Kinosaki Onsen?
Yes — this plan gives Kyoto (2 nights), Amanohashidate (Miyazu) (2 nights), Kinosaki Onsen (2 nights), which is enough for the main highlights at a relaxed pace.
How much does this 6-day Japan trip cost?
Roughly ¥132,000 per person for 6 days (≈¥22,000/day) excluding international flights.
Do I need a JR Pass for this itinerary?
Enter your legs in our JR Pass Calculator; single tickets or regional passes are often cheaper.
When is the best time to do this route?
Late March–May and October–November for the best weather.