TOKYO×kanagawa Pat Kay & Benjamin Lee
The trip will take you through the Tokyo area as well as Kanagawa Prefecture. For 4 days, we will be exploring these two regions, giving us a good contrast between the urban and rural sides of Japan. We propose a journey that combines the ultra-urban with the ultra-natural. From the bustling cityscape, transitioning gradually into nature, the trip culminates in a retreat that reconnects travelers with the great outdoors.
4DAY TRIP SCHEDULE
DAY1 KANAGAWA
TRIP PLAN
The highlight of the trip was Hakone Ropeway and Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine. The Hakone Ropeway is a scenic aerial lift that connects Sounzan Station to Togendai Station, offering stunning views of Mount Fuji and the volcanic landscapes of Hakone. At the summit, visitors can explore Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine, perched atop Mount Komagatake at 1,356 meters. This shrine, considered the inner sanctuary of Hakone Shrine, has a rich history dating back over 2,400 years.
shinjuku station
shinjuku station
120 minute
Taxi ride
Taxi ride
HAKONE
KANAGAWA
MORIMESHI
Lunch at a restaurant in Hakone Miyanoshita with a varied menu.
The most popular dish is "Ajisai-don". The flavor of fresh horse mackerel and other seafood and the crisp texture of the vegetables are exquisite. In addition to set meals with local fish and seafood Kakiage Donburi, the restaurant also offers a variety of meat dishes such as Soshu Beef Stamina Donburi and Sagami Ayase Pork Kakuni Donburi.
view more The most popular dish is "Ajisai-don". The flavor of fresh horse mackerel and other seafood and the crisp texture of the vegetables are exquisite. In addition to set meals with local fish and seafood Kakiage Donburi, the restaurant also offers a variety of meat dishes such as Soshu Beef Stamina Donburi and Sagami Ayase Pork Kakuni Donburi.
KANAGAWA
Hakone Ropeway & Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine
The ride takes about 30 minutes, allowing passengers to experience the beauty of Owakudani Valley, known for its geothermal activity and black eggs boiled in hot springs.
Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine, considered the inner sanctuary of Hakone Shrine, has a rich history dating back over 2,400 years. It honors the deities of nearby Mount Kami and offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Ashi and the surrounding mountains.
view more Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine, considered the inner sanctuary of Hakone Shrine, has a rich history dating back over 2,400 years. It honors the deities of nearby Mount Kami and offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Ashi and the surrounding mountains.
30 minute
hire car ride
hire car ride
HAKONE
KANAGAWA
AMAZAKE-CHAYA
Amazake is Non-alcoholic, sugar-free naturally sweet beverage. Nourishment rich and good for baby food. On cold day, take it hot with ginger.On hot day, take it cold.
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KANAGAWA
Lake Ashi & Hakone Shrine
Lake Ashi, the symbol of Hakone, was formed about 3,000 years ago when the eruption of Mount Kamiyama at the central summit of volcanic Mount Hakone produced lava flows and volcanic rock that choked the Hayakawa River. A fantastic view is captured by photographing Hakone Shrine from the opposite shore of Lake Ashinoko at sunset.
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hire car ride
KANAGAWA
Hakone Retreat före
Culinary offerings highlight local produce, with dishes prepared in a wood-fired oven using carefully selected meats, fish, and seasonal vegetables. The property includes Hyosekikaku, a historically valuable building where guests can enjoy traditional kaiseki cuisine. The retreat spans a 15,000 tsubo forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in natural surroundings.
view more End of Day (Hakone Retreat före)
End of Day (Hakone Retreat före)
ALL SPOT
DAY2 KANAGAWA
TRIP PLAN
This is the day to enjoy the fall foliage at Mt. TAIKAN and Tanzawa Lake. It is a great day for photographers to enjoy traditional Japanese architecture and breathtaking autumn scenery.
Hakone Retreat före
Hakone Retreat före
40 minute
hire car ride
hire car ride
Taikanzan
KANAGAWA
Mt. TAIKAN
Sunrise shooting at Taikanzan Sunrise time.
This mountain is located on the border of Yugawara and Hakone, allowing a magnificent view of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. It is named after the famous Japanese painter of pre-World War II Japanese art, Taikan Yokoyama, who was said to love painting Mount Fuji.
view more This mountain is located on the border of Yugawara and Hakone, allowing a magnificent view of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko. It is named after the famous Japanese painter of pre-World War II Japanese art, Taikan Yokoyama, who was said to love painting Mount Fuji.
40 minute
hire car ride
hire car ride
Breakfast & break
Hakone Retreat före
Hakone Retreat före
60 minute
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hire car ride
ASHIGARA
KANAGAWA
Tanzawa Lake
Lake Tanzawa is a beautiful lake that respects its natural environment. From the lakeside, visitors can enjoy the seasonal changes in nature, such as the view of Mount Fuji, cherry blossoms in spring, and autumn leaves in fall. From observatory deck placed in the Chiyosawa Park you can see the landscape of Mt. Fuji and Lake Tanzawa surrounded by autumn leafs.
view more 60 minute
hire car ride
hire car ride
OYAMA
KANAGAWA
SAKURAYA
This rest area is located at the end of the stone stairs leading from the lower shrine of the Oyama Afuri Shrine. The menu includes a wide variety of dishes such as the famous Oyama tofu, soba and udon noodles, oden, and sweet dishes, and the number of visitors, including worshippers and climbers, is never ending.
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KANAGAWA
Oyama Afuri Shrine
Oyama Afuri Shrine is an ancient Shinto shrine located on Mt. Oyama in Kanagawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 2,200 years. Founded during Emperor Sujin's reign, the shrine is divided into a lower shrine and a main shrine at the mountain's peak. Its name "Afuri" derives from the Japanese word for rainfall, reflecting its primary function of praying for rain and bountiful harvests.
view more 90 minute
hire car ride
hire car ride
End of Day (sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya )
End of Day (sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya )
ALL SPOT
DAY3 TOKYO
TRIP PLAN
A tour of a sumo stable offers a fascinating glimpse into the disciplined world of Japan's traditional sport. It is a unique day to also enjoy a calligraphy experience, which allows visitors to experience a unique style called "Calligraphy", which combines elements of traditional calligraphy and graffiti.
sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya
sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya
40 minute
Taxi ride
Taxi ride
ISHIJIMA
TOKYO
AJIGAWA Sumo tour & Chanko Lunch
Visitors can observe morning training sessions, known as asageiko, where wrestlers practice techniques and rituals in an intense yet respectful environment. Ajigawa beya is a sumo stable established in December 2022 by former sekiwake Aminishiki, who became independent from Isegahama stable.
view more 45 minute
train ride
train ride
HIGASHINIPPORI
TOKYO
Exclusive Shodo experience
This experience is guided by MAMIMOZI. MAMIMOZI has collaborated with numerous artists, brands, and companies, including Disney, FENDI, Apple, NIKE, and Netflix. Her work has been featured in over 40 countries through solo exhibitions and performances.
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tokyo
Yanaka area
The name given to this area, Yanaka (Middle of the Valley), is believed to predate the Edo period, and reflects its location in the bottom of the valley between Ueno and Hongō Heights. Based on the Shogunate's Edo city planning policy, many temples were gathered at Yanaka to form the focal point of the city.
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TOKYO
yanaka beerhall
You can enjoy original craft beer and snacks cooked in clay pots in an old house in Yanaka. This small beer hall is located in the first building around Uenosakuragi, a renovated wooden structure built in 1938. At the restaurant, you can always enjoy 8 kinds of craft beer, mainly "Yanaka Beer", and snacks cooked in Iga-yaki (clay pot).
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TOKYO
Yuyakedandan
Walking up Gotenzaka Hill from the west exit of JR Nippori Station, you will come to a staircase called "Yuyake Dandan" that leads to Yanaka Ginza shopping street, which is crowded with shoppers.
As the name suggests, the stairs offer a beautiful view of the sunset.
view more As the name suggests, the stairs offer a beautiful view of the sunset.
45 minute
train ride
train ride
End of Day（sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya）
End of Day（sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya）
ALL SPOT
DAY4 TOKYO
TRIP PLAN
The highlight of the day was a hands-on ikebana lesson for foreigners and a kintsugi experience. The free and artistic way of arranging flowers overturns the image of ikebana as formal and difficult. Let's relax, face the flowers, and play with them. Visitors will be able to fully enjoy the traditional Japanese arts.
sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya
sequence | MIYASHITA PARK / Shibuya
20 Minutes
Taxi ride
Taxi ride
TORANOMON
TOKYO
teamlab borderless
teamLab Borderless is an immersive digital art museum located in Tokyo, created by the art collective teamLab. Opened in 2018 and recently relocated to Azabudai Hills, it features a unique concept of "art without boundaries." The museum houses a collection of interactive artworks that move and interact with one another, creating a fluid environment where visitors can explore freely without a fixed map.
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TOKYO
Azabudai Hills
The concept of the Azabudai Hills is a "MODERN URBAN VILLAGE"; it aims to be a huge open space at the heart of Tokyo filled with lush greenery that will bring people closer together and build a new community.
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TOKYO
RistoPizza by Napoli sta ca
You can enjoy restaurant-style "contemporary pizza",which is popular in Naples.
RistoPizza offers a variety of new pizzas, which can be tasted one by one at the counter right in front of the pizza oven.
view more RistoPizza offers a variety of new pizzas, which can be tasted one by one at the counter right in front of the pizza oven.
45 minute
train ride
train ride
OUME
TOKYO
CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO BAY
CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO BAY is Tokyo's first urban motorsports circuit, located in the Odaiba area on the former Palette Town site. This innovative facility features both indoor and outdoor electric vehicle (EV) racing courses, offering unique racing experiences for all ages and skill levels.
view more 20 minute
Taxi ride
Taxi ride
AZABU
TOKYO
EAT SUSHI-WASHOKU
Tucked away in an alleyway in the Azabu Juban shopping district, this hideaway has a stylish sushi counter and hidden private rooms once you descend to the basement. In addition to sushi, the restaurant offers a variety of Japanese a la carte dishes.
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TOKYO
BAR NISHIAZABU WAREHOUSE
BAR NISHIAZABU WAREHOUSE is a half-remodeled sake warehouse. The menu features cocktails supervised by famous bartenders from all over Japan, including “SG GROUP” led by Shingo Gokan, the world's most awarded bartender, and “unknown,” a Japanese tea cocktail specialty restaurant. The lineup includes cocktails supervised by famous bartenders from all over Japan.
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GOAL
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