With over 15 years of experience in guiding tours and consulting independent travel, pbjtravel will share with you the most detailed 7-day, 6-night itinerary, suitable for first-time families at optimal cost.

This journey will take you to explore the 4 most famous cities in Japan: modern Tokyo, majestic Mount Fuji, ancient Kyoto and vibrant Osaka. Each location has its own unique characteristics, from thousand-year-old temples to bustling shopping streets, from street food to unique cultural experiences.

What to prepare before traveling to Japan on your own?

You need to remember the following 4 important steps to prepare well for traveling to Japan on your own, including:

Japan tourist visa procedures

Visa is the most important factor when planning a trip to Japan on your own. For Vietnamese citizens, a Japanese tourist visa is usually valid for 15-90 days depending on the application. You need to prepare:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months
• 2 photos 4.5×4.5cm white background
• Proof of financial resources (savings book, bank statement for the last 3 months)
• Certificate of employment or business license
• Detailed itinerary and return air ticket

The review time is usually 5-7 working days. If you want to be sure, you can contact reputable visa consulting units for support.

Book cheap air tickets

Air tickets always account for the majority of the cost when traveling to Japan. To get the best price, you need to know the following 5 tips:

• Book 2-3 months in advance, avoid peak season (Tet, summer, cherry blossom festival)
• Follow low-cost airlines such as VietJet, Jetstar, Scoot
• Consider flying into Narita Airport (Tokyo) and returning from Kansai (Osaka) to optimize your schedule
• Sign up to receive promotional notifications from airlines
• Book a self-guided tour package at pbjptravel and we will handle all the rest of the preparation steps for you.

Buy travel insurance

For independent travelers to Japan, travel insurance is something you should consider, this is a necessary investment to ensure a safe trip. The cost ranges from 200,000-500,000 VND/person for 7 days, including:

• Emergency medical expenses
• Compensation for lost luggage
• Support for trip cancellation
• Personal accident

Currency exchange and financial preparation

When traveling to Japan, preparing cash is very important. In Japan, cash is still the preferred means of transportation, so you need to prepare:

• Exchange Japanese Yen in Vietnam (better exchange rate)
• Bring a Visa/Mastercard to withdraw money at 7-Eleven ATMs
• Prepare about 10,000-15,000 Yen/person/day for food and transportation costs
• Download a currency conversion app to track and manage expenses

With the above 4 steps, you have enough luggage to start your 7-day, 6-night self-guided tour of Japan.