Asia Takeover
RoaminWithRonnie presents

Asia Takeover.

September 1 to 17, 2026

Japan and China, one trip. Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Shanghai and Chongqing. Everything you need for the trip is on this page. Tap any day to open it.

Hosted by Dr. Ronda Dillon
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The quick version.

Trip dates
Sep 1 to 8, Tokyo. Sep 1 to 17, Tokyo and China. Sep 10 to 17, China only.
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China needs a tourist visa. Allow 2 to 3 weeks, so start now. Apply here
Passport must be valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages.
Want to drive the Tokyo go-karts? You need an International Driving Permit, 18 and over. Apply at AAA
Email Ronnie your flight details so she can arrange your airport pickup.
Choose your trip

Three ways to roam.

8-Day Tokyo

8-Day Tokyo.

Sep 1 to 8
Double$1,300
Single$1,999
Deposit$250
8-Day China

8-Day China.

Sep 10 to 17
Double$1,575
Single$1,750
Deposit$500
17-Day Both

17-Day Both.

Sep 1 to 17
Double$3,470
Single$5,065
Deposit$500
Prices from $1,300. Deposits hold your spot. Bookings close August 1, when rooms are confirmed and charged.
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Prefer to skip the booking-site fees? Pay Ronnie directly, details at the bottom of this page.

The itinerary

Day by day.

Filter to your trip, then tap a day to expand it.

Day 1Sep 1, Tuesday
TokyoWelcome to Tokyo.
8-Day Tokyo17-Day Both
The day
  1. Arrive at Haneda Airport (HND)
  2. Private driver transfer to the hotel
  3. Hotel check-in, settle and recharge
  4. Free time to explore the neighborhood
  5. Welcome Dinner together
Good to know
  • A private driver meets the group at the airport. No trains to figure out.
  • First night is the official kickoff. Come meet your fellow travelers.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 2Sep 2, Wednesday
TokyoTokyo City Tour and TeamLab.
8-Day Tokyo17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Half-day Tokyo City Tour
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. TeamLab Borderless
  5. Dinner on your own
  6. Optional: rooftop bar or club for Tokyo nightlife
Stops
Shinjuku National Garden
Calm imperial gardens to start the day.
Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge
One of Tokyo's most photographed views.
Tokyo Tower
Observation deck, Mount Fuji on a clear day.
Senso-ji Temple
Tokyo's oldest temple. Thunder Gate and Nakamise Street.
TeamLab Borderless
Immersive digital art. No fixed route, just wander.
Good to know
  • Wear comfortable shoes and charge your phone fully. Big photo day.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 3Sep 3, Thursday
TokyoShibuya and Go-Karts.
8-Day Tokyo17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Explore the Shibuya area
  3. Lunch on the go
  4. Go-Kart experience (about 30 minutes)
  5. Continue exploring Shibuya
  6. Dinner on your own
Stops
Shibuya Crossing
The world's most famous intersection.
Shibuya Sky
Open-air deck. Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before sunset.
Cat Street
Effortlessly cool shopping lane to Harajuku.
Pokemon Center Shibuya
Inside Shibuya PARCO.
Nintendo TOKYO
Also inside Shibuya PARCO.
Shibuya PARCO
Fashion, pop culture and design under one roof.
MEGA Don Quijote
The legendary everything-store. You will overbuy.
Shibuya 109
Epicenter of Japanese street fashion.
Tokyo Go-Kart Experience
Street-legal karts in costume.
Good to know
  • Important: an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive the go-karts. 18 and over.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 4Sep 4, Friday
TokyoTea Ceremony and Kimono.
8-Day Tokyo17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Tea Ceremony and Kimono in Asakusa
  3. Free afternoon
  4. Lunch on your own
  5. Dinner on your own
Stops
Welcome to Asakusa
Greeted by your tea host with a light refreshment.
Kimono Experience
Dress the part with help from the staff.
Traditional Tea Ceremony
Table seating, no kneeling required.
Make Your Own Matcha
Whisk your own bowl with your host.
Matcha and Seasonal Wagashi
Tea paired with delicate seasonal sweets.
Photo Time
Capture the moment around Asakusa's streets.
Good to know
  • The afternoon is kept relaxed and free after the ceremony.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 5Sep 5, Saturday
TokyoFree Day and Anime.
8-Day Tokyo
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Explore Tokyo at your own pace
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Animate Ikebukuro
Japan's largest anime store for female fans.
Sunshine City
Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo, character stores, gashapon halls.
Sanrio Indoor Hello Kitty Park
Shows, meet-and-greets, cute desserts.
Harajuku
Takeshita Street, character cafes, purikura booths, kawaii fashion.
Shibuya PARCO
Nintendo TOKYO, Pokemon Center, Capcom Store, Jump Shop.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo
The Making of Harry Potter.
Character Cafes
Pokemon, Sailor Moon, Kirby, Chiikawa, Sanrio, Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer, Hello Kitty, Mipig (mini pigs), Harry Harajuku Terrace (hedgehogs).
Tokyo Dome City
Anime exhibitions, concerts and character events.
Good to know
  • 17-Day travelers do not have a free day today. You take the bullet train to Osaka. Pack your bags.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 5Sep 5, Saturday
OsakaBullet Train to Osaka.
17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Private transfer to the station
  3. Bullet train Tokyo to Osaka
  4. Arrive in Osaka, check in, free time
  5. Lunch on your own
  6. Osaka Walking Tour and Dotonbori River Cruise (late afternoon)
  7. Dinner on your own
Stops
Osaka Walking Tour
Neon signs, animated billboards, street-food air.
Dotonbori River Cruise
Glide past the famous Glico Running Man sign.
Dinner pick
Jumbo Tsuri-bune Tsurikichi
Reel in your own catch, the chefs cook it. Group suggestion.
Optional
Solaniwa Onsen
Modern Japanese onsen. Private room about $30 for 90 minutes.
Transport

Bullet train Tokyo to Osaka is included on the 17-Day package.

Tonight
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station Map
Day 6Sep 6, Sunday
TokyoTokyo Disneyland or Free Day.
8-Day Tokyo
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Tokyo Disneyland, or a free day in Tokyo
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Good to know
  • Buy Priority Access passes in the official Disney app the moment you enter the park.
  • Not a parks person? Today works as a completely free day to explore Tokyo.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 6Sep 6, Sunday
Kyoto and NaraArashiyama, Fushimi Inari and Nara.
17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Full day trip to Kyoto and Nara
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Fushimi Inari Taisha
The tunnel of thousands of red torii gates.
Nara Park
The famous bowing deer roam freely.
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
A dreamy green tunnel of towering bamboo.
Nonomiya Shrine
Tucked by the grove. Known for love and good fortune.
Tenryu-ji Temple
UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple and garden.
Arashiyama Park and Togetsukyo Bridge
Katsura River and mountain views.
Kimono Forest
Illuminated pillars wrapped in kimono fabric.
Good to know
  • Day trip from your Osaka base. No hotel change.
Tonight
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station Map
Day 7Sep 7, Monday
TokyoTokyo DisneySea or Free Day.
8-Day Tokyo
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Tokyo DisneySea, or a free day in Tokyo
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Good to know
  • Buy Priority Access in the Disney app on entry. Popular rides sell out early.
  • Leave time for Fantasy Springs, the newest themed area.
  • Prefer not to do a park? Today is a free day to explore Tokyo.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 7Sep 7, Monday
OsakaFree Day in Osaka.
17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Free day in Osaka
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Dotonbori
The city's most iconic neon district.
Namba Yasaka Shrine
The giant lion-head shrine.
Kuromon Market
Osaka's kitchen. Seafood, wagyu, sushi, street food.
Ramen Workshop
Make your own ramen, noodles to broth to bowl.
Ippudo Ramen
One of Japan's most legendary ramen chains.
Tsutenkaku Tower
City views, plus a tower slide back down.
Shinsekai
Retro district of arcades and old-school eats.
Wagyu Shabu-Shabu
Premium beef cooked tableside.
Rikuro's Fluffy Cheesecake
The famous warm, jiggly cheesecake.
Sennichimae
Electronics, hobby and anime shopping.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Home to a whale shark.
Katsuoji Temple
Mountain temple of thousands of Daruma dolls.
Tenjinbashisuji
Japan's longest covered shopping arcade.
Tonight
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station Map
Day 8Sep 8, Tuesday
Tokyo to USA8-Day Tour Ends.
8-Day Tokyo
The day
  1. Early breakfast at hotel
  2. Private airport transfer
  3. Safe travels home
Good to know
  • This is where the 8-Day Tokyo trip wraps. Travelers continuing to China keep going.
  • The China group lands back in the USA on Sep 17.
Tonight
Tokyo Dome Hotel Map
Day 8Sep 8, Tuesday
OsakaOsaka Castle and City Tour.
17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Osaka Castle tour
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Osaka City Tour
  5. Dinner on your own
Stops
Osaka Castle
Japan's most famous samurai fortress.
Hokoku Shrine
Dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
Namba Yasaka Shrine
The giant lion-head stage.
Den Den Town
Anime, gaming and electronics district.
Kuromon Market
Fresh seafood and local specialties.
Dotonbori
Neon, giant signs and the Glico Running Man.
Tonight
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station Map
Day 9Sep 9, Wednesday
OsakaFree Day in Osaka.
17-Day Both
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Free day in Osaka
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Dotonbori
Takoyaki and okonomiyaki at the source.
Shinsaibashi
Endless shopping street.
Namba
Lively streets and hidden corners.
Rest and recharge
Sleep in, get a massage, soak in a private onsen.
Good to know
  • One day where the only plan is to have a great time.
Tonight
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station Map
Day 10Sep 10, Thursday
ShanghaiBye Osaka, Ni Hao Shanghai.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Check out and depart Osaka
  3. Flight Osaka to Shanghai (about 2 to 2.5 hours)
  4. Hotel check-in
  5. Free time to settle in
  6. Welcome Dinner
Transport

Flight Osaka to Shanghai, with 2 checked bags, is included.

Good to know
  • Do a room sweep before checkout. Chargers, passports, shopping treasures.
  • Arrival airport: Shanghai Pudong (PVG).
Tonight
Ascott Huai Hai Road, Xintiandi Map
Day 11Sep 11, Friday
ShanghaiZhujiajiao Water Town and City Tour.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Zhujiajiao Water Town and City Tour (about 7 hours)
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Yu Garden
Winding paths, koi ponds and ornate pavilions.
City God Temple and Old Street Bazaar
Lanterns, snacks and hidden alleys.
Zhujiajiao Water Town
Ancient stone bridges and canals. Light lunch here.
Kezhi Garden
Chinese elegance meets European flair.
The Bund
The skyline across the Huangpu River. Optional river cruise.
Good to know
  • Out all day. Comfortable shoes and a charged phone.
Tonight
Ascott Huai Hai Road, Xintiandi Map
Day 12Sep 12, Saturday
ShanghaiLV Boat and Shopping.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Louis Vuitton The Louis Boat
  3. Shopping across Shanghai
  4. Optional night river cruise
  5. Lunch and dinner on your own
Stops
Louis Vuitton The Louis Boat
Tickets are handled for the group. Part art, all spectacle.
Nanjing Road
One of the world's busiest shopping streets.
Huaihai Road
Shanghai's luxury runway.
Xintiandi
Old architecture, modern cafes, photo-ready streets.
Tianzifang
A maze of artsy lanes and hidden cafes.
The Bund
Come at sunset and stay for the lights.
Good to know
  • Ronnie has the LV Boat tickets for the group.
Tonight
Ascott Huai Hai Road, Xintiandi Map
Day 13Sep 13, Sunday
ChongqingTravel to Chongqing.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Check out and head to the airport
  3. Flight Shanghai to Chongqing (about 3 hours)
  4. Hotel check-in
  5. Free afternoon and evening to explore
  6. Lunch and dinner on your own
Transport

Flight Shanghai to Chongqing, with 1 checked bag, is included.

Good to know
  • Arrival airport: Chongqing Jiangbei (CKG).
  • Chongqing is vertical. If the map says it is close, expect stairs.
  • The hot pot capital of China. Mild is a suggestion.
Tonight
Kempinski Hotel Chongqing Map
Day 14Sep 14, Monday
Chongqing8D Mountain City Full-Day Tour.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Chongqing 8D Mountain City full-day tour
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Liziba Monorail Station
Watch a train pass straight through an apartment building.
Baixiangju Apartments
The Vertical Village. Enter on one floor, exit on another street.
Crown Escalator
One of Asia's longest escalators, over 100 meters.
Kuixing Tower Square
A normal-looking plaza that is secretly the 22nd floor.
Yangtze River Cableway
The Bus in the Sky over the river.
Longmenhao Old Street
Find the Golden Frame viewpoint.
Sky Platform 131
360-degree views at sunset, World Trade Center.
Hongya Cave
The glowing cliffside complex at night.
Good to know
  • Comfortable shoes, stay hydrated, expect to be gloriously confused.
Tonight
Kempinski Hotel Chongqing Map
Day 15Sep 15, Tuesday
ChongqingFree Day in Chongqing.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Free day to explore
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Jiefangbei
The bustling downtown heart of the city.
Chiyou Jiuli City
Giant statues and Miao heritage.
Wulong Three Natural Bridges
Towering limestone arches.
Dazu Rock Carvings
UNESCO carvings over 1,000 years old.
Project 816
A vast Cold War-era mountain bunker.
Chongqing Bus Station
The famous multi-level transport maze.
Traditional Tea House
Slow down, watch a game of mahjong.
Deyi Plaza
Shopping, dining and nightlife.
Ciqikou Ancient Town
Old streets, tea shops and local snacks.
Cloud Eye Observation Deck
Panoramic views of the skyline.
Tonight
Kempinski Hotel Chongqing Map
Day 16Sep 16, Wednesday
ChongqingFinal Day in Chongqing.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Breakfast at hotel
  2. Last day to explore
  3. Lunch on your own
  4. Dinner on your own
Stops
Kuixing Tower
Revisit the mind-bending suspended plaza.
Hong'en Temple and Forest Park
Pagodas, peaceful paths and city views.
Jingangbei Ancient Town
Historic streets and local crafts.
Fotu Guan
A quiet viewpoint over the layered city.
People's Hall
Grand civic architecture and a famous dome.
Dark Boat Experience
A river ride after dark.
Wushan
Dramatic mountains and river gorges, if time allows.
Bishan Hot Springs
Earn your soak after all those stairs.
Tonight
Kempinski Hotel Chongqing Map
Day 17Sep 17, Thursday
Chongqing to USAHeading Home.
17-Day Both8-Day China
The day
  1. Early breakfast at hotel
  2. Airport transfer, Chongqing to Shanghai
  3. Depart Shanghai for the USA
  4. Safe travels home
Good to know
  • The 17-Day and 8-Day China trips both wrap today.
  • More destinations, more laughs. Until we roam again.
Where you stay

Your hotels.

Tokyo
Tokyo Dome Hotel
WebsiteOpen in Maps
Osaka
Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station
WebsiteOpen in Maps
Shanghai
Ascott Huai Hai Road, Xintiandi
WebsiteOpen in Maps
Chongqing
Kempinski Hotel Chongqing
WebsiteOpen in Maps
Handled for you

Reservations and notes.

Welcome DinnersNight one in Tokyo, and again on arrival in Shanghai. Daily breakfast at every hotel.
Louis Vuitton The Louis BoatShanghai. Ronnie has the group's tickets.
Jumbo Tsuri-bune TsurikichiOsaka dinner suggestion. Catch your own dinner from an indoor pond.
Solaniwa OnsenOptional in Osaka. Private room is about $30 for 90 minutes.
Disney Priority AccessFor Disneyland or DisneySea, buy passes in the official Disney app the moment you enter.
Get ready

Before you fly.

What to pack

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Money

Currency.

Japan, Yen (JPY)about 158 JPY per $1
China, Yuan (CNY)about 6.7 CNY per $1

Rates move. Check live with the XE converter. Tell your bank you are traveling before you use ATMs abroad. You may carry up to $10,000 USD in or out.

Getting there

Your flights.

International flights to Tokyo are not included, so you book your own. Email Ronnie your details for pickup. A few starting points by departure city:

Atlantaabout $1,200

Air Canada, Delta, WestJet. Delta example: 8/31 ATL to HND, return 9/17 PVG to ATL.

Indianapolisabout $1,000 to $1,100

Air Canada, Delta, United.

North Carolinaabout $1,400 to $1,700

Air Canada, Delta, American.

Turkish Airlines often runs around $1,100. Leaving from Los Angeles, Chicago or New York can be cheaper.

Documents

Passports and visas.

The fine print

What is included.

Included

  • Private airport transfers in every city
  • Hotels in each city
  • Welcome dinners plus daily breakfast
  • Ground transport: van, train, subway, boat, tuk-tuk
  • Tours and entry fees as listed
  • Gift bag
  • 17-Day adds: bullet train Tokyo to Osaka
  • 17-Day adds: flights Osaka to Shanghai (2 bags) and Shanghai to Chongqing (1 bag), plus the leg back to Shanghai

Not included

  • International flights to Tokyo
  • Airport departure taxes
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Passport and visa fees (China visa needed, allow 3 weeks)
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Personal items
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Charges from delays outside our control
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers
  • International Driving Permit for the go-karts
Refund policy
On the ground

Apps to download.

SuicaTrains and tap payments (add in Wallet)
NavitimeTrain schedules
TabelogFinding restaurants
GOTaxis in Japan
KlookBooking activities
KulkuliTranslation
FlushFinding toilets
TomogoTours with locals
Travel insurance providers
World NomadsAllianz Global AssistanceAXA Assistance USATravel Guard (AIG)TravelexBerkshire HathawayGenerali Global AssistanceHCC / HCCMISInsureMyTripCSA Travel Protection
Paying Ronnie

Payment.

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