Peachtree Fam, another peek at our Japan trip in January 2026 –

2026 Japan Itinerary*

*The total cost for this itinerary will likely be around +/- $3,500 per person.

Of course, anyone can stray from this itinerary – before, during or after!

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 & Senso Temple

1/15     Tokyo AM: Hombu Dojo / PM: Meiji Shrine / Sumo

1/16     Tokyo AM: Hombu Dojo / PM: FREE

1/17     TO KYOTO [Current seasonal bullet train fare ranges from $200 to $300]

1/18     Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: Nijo Castle & Kinkaku Temple

1/19     Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: Kiyomizu Temple & Fushimi Shrine

1/20     Kyoto AM: Aikido Kyoto / PM: FREE

1/21     TO TOKYO

1/22     TO ATLANTA

Here’s some info for the Japan Rail Pass but . . .

NOTE: The rail pass might save some money but you should do the math. It can be used to get around Tokyo and to and from Kyoto but has restrictions, it cannot be used for the fastest trains for example.

https://www.jrpass.com/

7-day pass – $367

14-day pass - $588

Reserved Seating Shinkansen Ticket: Tokyo to Kyoto round-trip  ¥28,340 (about $200 as of 4/30/25)

See you on the tatami in 2026!