This post includes Japan itinerary details and travel guides for the places featured in this Japan travel vlog.
Come along with me and my family as we travel across Japan together—from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the peaceful vibes of Kyoto, the food scene in Osaka, and the charm of Kobe.
In this video, I’m sharing the places we visited, the experiences we loved, and how this trip brought us closer as a family.
Whether you’re planning your own Japan adventure or just love watching family-centered travel stories, I hope this video gives you inspiration, helpful tips, and a bit of heart.
📍 Featured destinations:
- Tokyo
- Kyoto
- Osaka
- Kobe
Plus, I’ll be teasing a special side trip to Wakayama that deserves its own video (coming soon!).
✨ Timestamps & itinerary details below!
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Japan Itinerary & Travel Tips
I spent about two weeks traveling through Japan with my family on this trip, and my travel vlog only captures the quick highlights. I was trying not to film as much with them and instead focus on capturing places I hadn’t really shown on my channel before.
I’ve linked relevant Japan travel guides and resources below for your reference. You’ll also find additional travel tips that may not have been covered in the video. Hope this helps!
(PS–I left the video timestamps below for each section in case you’d like to reference that portion of the video again.)
00:00 – Intro
00:57 – The Making of Harry Potter Museum
- 📝 Read my “The Making of Harry Potter Museum” Travel Guide here.
05:44 – Chat about Ghibli Museum & Opening Gashapon
11:50 – Tokyo
🎥 Check out all my Tokyo vlogs here.
- 📍Shibuya
- 📍Tokyo Skytree
- 📍 Pokémon Center Tokyo DX
- 📍Tonkatsu Maison
- 📍Tokyo DisneySea
- 📝 Read my “Tokyo DisneySea Travel Guide” here.
- 🎥 Tokyo DisneySea Vlog here.
13:44 – Travel Day (Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto)
👩🏻💻 Planning to travel on the Shinkansen during your Japan trip? Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind (+links to more in-depth guides).
- I recommend reserving your Shinkansen seats in advance, at least two days before departure.
- You MUST (‼️) reserve seats with Oversize Luggage to use the designated oversized luggage spaces available on the train.
- I recommend choosing seats at the back of the car, where your luggage will be stored right behind you, for the entire ride.
- JR Passes are only worth it if you plan to do multiple long-distance rides in a short period. Click here to read more about whether a Japan Rail Pass is worth it for you.
16:27 – What to do if your Shinkansen gets delayed ‼️
Below are a few of the tips that I learned from this experience. However, I definitely recommend watching this portion of the vlog in case this ever happens to you because I go more in-depth about each point.
- If your train is suspended or delayed, I recommend visiting the Shinkansen counter and speaking with a representative about next steps. Ask them about how long they expect the delay.
- They will likely advise you to wait, in case the delay isn’t long, as you will be given a revised departure time.
- Keep checking the JR service status online. Refer to this link for a list of places to find the status of popular train lines.
- However, if the trains are suspended for over two hours, you will be refunded and will need to reserve new seats. You won’t be able to book your new reservation until the trains are operational again, as the duration of the outage is unknown.
- For more information on what to do in this situation, please refer to the following link.
20:41 – Kyoto
🎥 Check out all my Kyoto vlogs here.
- 📍Kiyomizudera
- 📍Otowa Saryo
- 📍Kiyomizu Shopping Area
23:02 – Osaka
🎥 Check out all my Osaka vlogs here.
- 📍Peak Coffee
- 📍Dotonbori
- 📍Kani Doraku Dotonbori Main Branch (Crab Dinner)
- 📍Gigo
25:40 – Wakayama Video Teaser
26:30 – Kobe & Last Dinner in Osaka
- 📍Kobe Chinatown
- 📍Kobe Port
- 📍Teppanyaki Restaurant TAIEN
More Japan Travel Guides
Find a round-up of my most popular Japan travel guides below! Click to discover even more tips to help you plan the best Japan trip!
- What to Book Before Your Trip to Japan (+ FREE Japan Travel Checklist)
- How to Buy Tickets to Popular Japan Attractions
- Luggage Delivery in Japan: Your Ultimate Guide for Stress-Free Travel
- Japan Rail Pass Guide
- What to Know about Oversized Luggage on the Shinkansen
- 📗 EKI STAMP BOOK: See the stamp books available in my shop here.
- 🎥 TRAVEL CHECK LIST VIDEO: I walk you through how I prepare for an upcoming Japan trip in this video. Watch here.
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