Donโt miss out! November is peak "Momiji" (autumn leaf) season. Book these essentials now to secure your 2026 Thanksgiving trip.
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๐ Car Rental: Compare Tokyo & Nara Rates on Expedia
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๐ The Thanksgiving Itinerary (Summary)
Nov 22: Arrive in Tokyo & walk the Ginkgo Avenue.
Nov 23: Japan's Labor Thanksgiving Day. Visit Ueno Park's fall colors.
Nov 24: Shinkansen to Nara. Spot Mt. Fuji from the train window.
Nov 25: Nara Deer Park. Golden leaves and bowing deer.
Nov 26 (US Thanksgiving): Fushimi Inari Red Gates. A spiritual feast.
Nov 27: Return to Tokyo for the Rikugien Night Illumination.
Nov 28: Final shopping and departure.
๐จ Where to Stay (From My Collection)
Based on my Expedia Japan Collection, I recommend these for your specific route: