JAPAN 2026
Peachtree Fam, Here’s another peek at our Japan trip in January 2026 –
2026 Japan Itinerary
1/12 TO TOKYO [Current seasonal airfare ranges from U.S. $800 to $1,500]
1/13 Tokyo
1/14 Tokyo AM: Hombu Dojo / PM: Asakusa
1/15 Tokyo AM: Hombu / PM: Meiji Shrine / Sumo
1/16 Tokyo AM: Hombu / PM: FREE
1/17 TO KYOTO [Current seasonal bullet train fare ranges from $200 to $300]
1/18 Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: Nijo-jo & Kinkakuji
1/19 Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: Kiyomizudera & Fushimi
1/20 Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: FREE
1/21 TO TOKYO
1/22 TO ATLANTA
Of course, anyone can stray from this itinerary – before, during or after!
The total cost for this itinerary will likely be around +/- $3,500 per person.
There’s still plenty of time to consider but here are some hotel options close to the itinerary.
For price and availability, compare the websites against travel platforms like Booking.com, etc.
Shinjuku, Tokyo
https://bookandbedtokyo.com/en/shinjuku/
APA Hotel Group in Shinjuku w/public bath
1. https://www3.apahotel.com/hotel/syutoken/tokyo/shinjuku-kabukichotower/
2. https://www.apahotel.com/resort/nishishinjuku-tower/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=maps
3. https://www3.apahotel.com/hotel/syutoken/tokyo/shinjukugyoenmae/
4. https://www3.apahotel.com/hotel/syutoken/tokyo/higashishinjuku-kabukichotower/
https://www.kadoya-hotel.co.jp/eng/
https://www.superhoteljapan.com/en/s-hotels/kabukicho/ w/free breakfast, public bath
Kyoto
https://dormy-hotels.com/en/dormyinn/hotels/nono_kyoto/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gbp&utm_campaign=gbpurl w/public bath
https://www.guestreservations.com/karasuma-kyoto-hotel/booking
https://www.kyoto-wakamiya.net/en/ ryokan: Japanese style inn w/ public bath
https://www.superhoteljapan.com/en/s-hotels/shijyo/ w/free breakfast, public bath
https://glansit.jp/en/kyotokawaramachi/ capsule hotel
For those who don't mind a bit of extra flight time, have some extra time, and Chase/Amex points, I found two seats left for ANA's Business cabin class from SEA (Seattle) - HND (Haneda) for 80,000 points round-trip. This is an absolute steal for that level of comfort.
Here's the dates that I booked:
January 7, 2025 Departure from SEA - Flight NH117
January 22, 2025 Departure from HND - Flight NH118
These award seats disappear super quickly, so I can't guarantee they'll still be around. If they disappear, there are a few other different departure dates out of Seattle with the same award valuation. You just need a Virgin Atlantic frequent flyer account (Free Sign-Up). If you're interested and need some guidance, shoot me a text!