Japan has quietly become one of the most requested long-haul trips at our desk — safe, meticulously organised, staggeringly beautiful in cherry blossom season, and increasingly accessible now that Indians can apply for an e-visa instead of a full embassy visit. A 7–8 night Tokyo–Fuji–Kyoto–Osaka package from Gujarat starts around ₹1,29,999 per person, and the best months to go are March–May and October–November.
Where to go — the classic Golden Route
Tokyo is sensory overload in the best way — neon-lit Shibuya and Shinjuku, the historic Asakusa temple district, and a food scene spanning Michelin-starred sushi counters to conveyor-belt casual. The Chureito Pagoda framed against Mount Fuji, near the Fuji Five Lakes, is one of the most photographed views in the world, especially with cherry blossoms in spring or autumn colours in November, and Lake Kawaguchiko makes a scenic overnight stop. Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart, with the golden Kinkaku-ji temple, the Fushimi Inari shrine's thousand orange gates and geisha-district streets, while nearby Osaka adds castle grounds, street food and Universal Studios Japan.
Best time to visit
Late March to early April is cherry blossom (sakura) season — the best time to visit but also peak crowds and prices, so book at least three months ahead. Late October–November brings autumn's red-and-gold foliage with comfortable, slightly less crowded weather. June–August is hot and humid but festival season, with the lowest airfares of the year, while December–February is cold with snow in the north, good for skiing and quieter temples.
The e-visa — a real improvement
Indian passport holders can now apply for a Japan e-visa online rather than submitting a paper application through an embassy visit, which has made short-notice Japan trips genuinely feasible. We file it as part of your package, along with the standard documentation Japan expects — itinerary, financials and accommodation proof.
Getting around and eating well
Japan's bullet trains (Shinkansen) connect Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka in under three hours, and a Japan Rail Pass bought before you arrive offers unlimited travel on JR lines for a fixed number of days — almost always cheaper than buying individual tickets for a multi-city trip, and we include it in your package where it makes sense for your route. Food is Japan's one real challenge for Gujarat travellers, since dashi (fish stock) appears in many 'vegetarian-looking' dishes and strict Jain requirements need real planning; Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka now have dedicated Indian and vegetarian restaurants, and we build the itinerary around them and brief hotels on dietary needs in advance.
What it costs
A 7–8 night Tokyo–Fuji–Kyoto–Osaka package from Gujarat starts around ₹1,29,999 per person, including flights, the e-visa, hotels, the JR rail pass and core sightseeing. Cherry blossom season commands a premium and sells out early, so book that window at least 3–4 months ahead — sakura dates shift slightly each year and hotels in Kyoto and Tokyo sell out months in advance for late March–early April.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Japan? Yes, but Indian passport holders can now apply through Japan's e-visa system rather than a full embassy visit, and we file it as part of your travel package with the standard financial and itinerary documents.
When is the best time to visit Japan for cherry blossoms? Late March to early April is peak sakura season, though exact dates shift yearly — it is also the busiest and most expensive window, so book hotels and flights at least 3–4 months ahead.
How much does a Japan trip cost from Gujarat? A 7–8 night Tokyo–Fuji–Kyoto–Osaka package starts around ₹1,29,999 per person including flights, e-visa, hotels, a JR rail pass and core sightseeing, with cherry blossom season costing more.
Japan is closer than the visa used to make it feel — message Explera Vacations on WhatsApp or get in touch for a full Japan quote built around your preferred season.
