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Day 1 Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in HotelFeatured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more! Welcome to Japan! We will have transportation services to take you to your hotel. Please refer to your tour handbook for more information. |
Day 2 Nagano | The Snow Monkeys of Yudanaka Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
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Nagano Prefecture
]
Yudanaka
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Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park
- Visit
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Snow Monkey
[
Tokyo
]
Return to the Hotel
Today is the day you've been waiting for during your Winter Japan Tour! It's off to the remarkable Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yudanaka. Home to the popular snow monkeys, Jigokudani is best place to go in all Japan to see cute, furry snow monkey bathing in the natural Japanese hot-springs. Unlike other breeds of monkey, the snow monkey are capable of handling much colder temperatures, and are only found in Japan thanks to the abundance of natural Japanese hot-springs. Although some monkey prefer to stay in the mountains, tourists flock to Jigokudani to see snow monkey bathing special designated hot springs meant just for them. Some of the snow monkeys may have a little mound of snow on top of their heads, but they never seem to mind as long as they can unwind in the hot-springs.
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Day 3 Tokyo | Akihabara & the rest of Tokyo's Anime Culture Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
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Tokyo Skytree (JDT Recommend)
]
Pokemon Center
Tokyo Banana (JDT Recommends)
Ameshin Candy (JDT Recommends)
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Akihabara | Anime Game Travel Guide
]
Animate | Anime Game Travel Guide
Gacha Gacha Machines
Super Potato (JDT Recommends)
SEGA Arcade (JDT Recommends)
Maid Cafe (JDT Recommends)
Kanda Shrine
Robot Restaurant (JDT Recommend) *temporarily closed
Return to the Hotel
Kicking things off with our anime tour, we head to the stunning Tokyo Skytree to explore the Pokemon Mega Center, a must-go for all Pokemon lovers. Besides all the Pokemon goods they sell, they also have a battling and trading room for customers to interact with other Pokemon fans. There are also other great souvenir shops and anime stores to check out while at SkyTree's Solamachi shopping area. Browse the JUMP store or explore a few recommended stores like: Tokyo Banana (Japan's top souvenir) & Ameshin (Beautiful Japanese Candy Art).
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Day 4 Tokyo | Spirited Away to the Ghibli Museum Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
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Tokyo Tower
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Tokyo One Piece Tower (Closed)
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Ghibli Clock
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Tokyo Character Street
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Ramen (JDT Recommends)
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JUMP SHOP
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Nakano Broadway
-Shopping
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Ghibli Museum
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Check into Hotel
We will begin our morning with a trip to Tokyo Tower, Japan’s iconic tower. Tokyo Tower has been taken over by One Piece, resulting in Tokyo One Piece Tower. Known as |
Day 5 Tokyo | Sizzling Teppany-yaki Japanese Cuisine Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo is the perfect compliment during your stay in Tokyo. Located in Sumida, this hotel includes thoughtful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible. During your stay, enjoy free Wi-Fi in your rooms, or venture off to popular close by spots to see the culture Japan has to offer. The Arcakit Kinshicho is conveniently located by the JR station nearby, perfect for shopping, lunch, snacks, daily goods, clothing, and more!
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Tokyo
]
Tsukiji Fish Market
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Fukagawa Edo Museum
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Sensoji Temple
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Asakusa
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Teppan-yaki Dining
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Harajuku Takeshita Street
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Harajuku
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Sailor Moon Store (JDT Recommends)
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Harajuku Crepes (JDT Recommends)
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Shibuya Scramble Crossing
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Shibuya Hachiko
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Return to the Hotel
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*Tsukiji Fish Market is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. In the Event it is closed, we will skip this stop
Today, your vacation will be devoted to exploring the multi-cultural spots of Tokyo. Our tour will first start in Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market, the former home of the world-famous tuna auction. Browse through the freshest flavors, mouth-watering dishes, and incredible sushi meals at this market that serves over thousands of businesses and local families daily before we explore the sights in Tokyo! From there, your tour is off to the Fukagawa Edo Museum to get acquainted with the history of Tokyo. This charming museum is designed to replicate what life looked like during Japan's traditional days of Edo. Travel back in time and walk through the old city of Tokyo made to recreate life during Japan's Edo period.
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Day 6 Mt. Fuji & Hakone | Ryokan Hot-Springs & Traditional Japanese Dining Breakfast Lunch Dinner Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kanponoyado Atami or similar
Kanponoyado Atami ( Western Style )
[The main building]
[
Hakone
]
Open-Air Museum
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Owakudani Valley
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Hakone Ropeway - Mt. Fuji View
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Hakone Shrine
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Check into Hotel
Japanese Style Hotel
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Japanese Hot Springs
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Yukata
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Our morning begins with a visit to the Hakone Open-Air Museum. Enjoy over 120 sculptures and artwork in Japan's first ever open air museum. There are multiple exhibition halls to fascinate children and adults alike, as well as a foot-bath by natural hot-springs for a bit of relaxation before we continue on to Hakone.
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Day 7 Kyoto | The Never Ending Gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA ( Western Style )
Located in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, the Hotel Vischio Kyoto is a comfortable hotel to relax during your Japan tour featuring numerous Kyoto landmarks nearby. Higashi Honganji Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple are within walking distance, as is the convenient Kujo Station.
Bullet Train
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Kyoto Prefecture
]
Maiko Dining Experience
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Fushimi Inari Shrine
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Inari Sushi
(JDT Recommends) | Ninenzaka | Yatsuhashi (JDT Recommends) | Check into Hotel Our day begins with a bullet train ride to Kyoto. The bullet train is the fastest way to travel on land and is considered an essential Japanese experience. Enjoy riding to Kyoto in comfort and speed, and be sure to take some photos of the scenery during your ride. In Kyoto, enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a Maiko lunch. Maiko are apprentice to Geisha and the lunch is a great chance to take photos and learn about Kyoto's traditional culture.
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Day 8 Kyoto & Nara | Experience the Highest Quality of Japanese Sake Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA ( Western Style )
Located in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, the Hotel Vischio Kyoto is a comfortable hotel to relax during your Japan tour featuring numerous Kyoto landmarks nearby. Higashi Honganji Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple are within walking distance, as is the convenient Kujo Station.
Arashiyama
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Jinrikisha Ride Experience
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Golden Pavilion
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Sake Museum
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Kaiten Sushi
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Tea Ceremony
[
Nara Prefecture
]
Todaiji Temple
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Deer Park
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Return to the Hotel
Our day begins with a visit to Arashiyama to walk through the Bamboo Groove Forest. The morning's sunlight passing through the bamboo makes for a perfect morning sight. We will also enjoy a spirited rickshaw ride through Arashiyama. Guests can enjoy seeing many of the traditional-style shops and temples during the ride. Following our time in Arashiyama, we will head to the Golden Pavilion, or Kinkakuji Temple, a Japan’s must see attraction where the two upper floors are covered in gold leaf. The reflection of the golden temple on the lake adds to the stunning sight.
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Day 9 Himeji & Kurashiki | One of 12 Original Japanese Castles Breakfast Dinner Breakfast Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kurashiki Kokusai Hotel or similar
Kurashiki Kokusai Hotel ( Western Style )
Nestled between multiple museums, libraries, temples, and parks, the Kurashiki Kokusai Hotel has everything you need to enjoy Japanese culture while relaxing in comfort. Grab a bite from the hotel's restaurant or cafe, or maybe unwind with a drink at one of the hotel bars. Enjoy complimentary WiFi to stay connected wherever you go in the hotel, or hit one of the museums close by for a day of culture. Our Japan tour begins the day by heading to the Himeji prefecture to invade the remarkable Himeji-jo, or Himeji Castle. Himeji-jo was registered as a UNESCO distinguished site in 1993, representing Japanese castle architecture at its peak. Nicknamed White Heron Castle due to the Japanese castle's graceful white walls, Himeji Castle maintains almost all of it's original structures from its initial construction in the early 1600’s. Unlike some of the country's other castles, this classic Japanese castle has overcome wars, earthquakes, and natural disasters over the last four centuries. The rich history and beautiful location makes the castle grounds are perfect to enjoy scenic views of Japanese flowers and nature!
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Day 10 Hiroshima | Sightseeing through the Symbol of Hiroshima Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Hotel Granvia Hiroshima or similar
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima ( Western Style )
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima in the ideal location directry connected to JR Hiroshima Station. A great deal of sophisticated hospitality welcomes you.
[
Hiroshima Prefecture
]
[
Miyajima
]
Itsukushima Shrine
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Momiji Manju (JDT Recommends)
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Peace Memorial Park
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A-Bomb Dome
Return to the Hotel
Our vacation begins with a Hiroshima tour through the city's can't miss destinations. One of the main highlights in Hiroshima is Miyajima, an island south of Hiroshima known for its Itsukushima Shrine, or |
Day 11 Hiroshima | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & ExperiencesYour pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. The tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan.
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Tour Goods Package
The maximum number of participants will not exceed 26 people during your Japan tour. Your group may be joined with other tour groups during the tour. Please note that your bus and tour guide may be changed if other groups join the tour.
Single travelers are required to pay a single supplement in order to guarantee single room accommodation.
We request one suitcase, one carry-on bag, and an overnight bag per person. The tote bag we provide can be used to hold any small merchandise/souvenirs purchased during your tour. When you check out, bring your luggage to the lobby and the bus driver will assist in loading it onto the bus. When you arrive at the next hotel, the bus driver will unload your luggage for you to bring to your room.
Please note: The maximum weight of a checked in bag is typically 20 Kilograms or 44 Pounds. You will be traveling with your luggage except during the bullet train ride (if applicable).
All hotel rooms come with a full bathroom and room amenities free of charge unless stated otherwise.
All motor coaches come equipped with air-conditioning, plenty of space, comfortable seats, and Wi-Fi.
All of our tours begin in either Tokyo or Osaka/Kyoto. When beginning or ending a tour in Tokyo, please book flights to or from Narita International Airport or Haneda International Airport. For tours beginning or ending in Osaka/Kyoto, please book flights to or from Kansai International Airport or Itami Airport.
We recommend you do not book your flights until the tour status changes from Book Now to Guaranteed Departure. You can also contact us if you would like for Japan Deluxe Tour's to arrange your flights.
Traveling and visiting sights in Japan includes a good amount of walking. To fully enjoy the tour, please be prepared to keep up with the pace of the group, climb stairs with no difficulty, and wear comfortable shoes for all day use.
Guests with tattoos may not be able to use the hot-springs or onsens while in Japan. We apologize if you are unable to enjoy this experience during your stay.
We understand sometimes unanticipated situations may arise before or even during your Japan tour. In order to best assist you when things don't go as planned, Japan Deluxe Tours recommends purchasing travel insurance offered through Travel Guard® Insurance.
Travel Guard® Insurance offers coverage for: Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay, Baggage Delay, Medical Expense (deductible required), Emergency Medical Transportation, and an Exclusive Family Protection Plan: One child 16 or under will receive coverage at no additional cost for every adult that purchase a protection plan. Every Travel Guard policy includes 24-hour emergency travel assistance services for emergencies or last-minute travel changes, such as re-booking flights, hotel reservations or ground transportation, tracking lost luggage, and more!
For more information about coverage, view our Travel Insurance Page.
Please notify us before your tour starts if you have any dietary restrictions or requirements we should be aware about. Japan Deluxe Tours can provide Vegetarian
meals for guests, and we will do our best to cater to any serious allergies or dietary restrictions. We will not be able to substitute or change meals after your tour begins.
Day | Itinerary
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Day 1 |
Day 1 Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in HotelWelcome to Japan! We will have transportation services to take you to your hotel. Please refer to your tour handbook for more information.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 2 |
Day 2 Nagano | The Snow Monkeys of Yudanaka Breakfast
[
Nagano Prefecture
]
Yudanaka
|
Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park
- Visit
|
Snow Monkey
[
Tokyo
]
Return to the Hotel
Today is the day you've been waiting for during your Winter Japan Tour! It's off to the remarkable Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yudanaka. Home to the popular snow monkeys, Jigokudani is best place to go in all Japan to see cute, furry snow monkey bathing in the natural Japanese hot-springs. Unlike other breeds of monkey, the snow monkey are capable of handling much colder temperatures, and are only found in Japan thanks to the abundance of natural Japanese hot-springs. Although some monkey prefer to stay in the mountains, tourists flock to Jigokudani to see snow monkey bathing special designated hot springs meant just for them. Some of the snow monkeys may have a little mound of snow on top of their heads, but they never seem to mind as long as they can unwind in the hot-springs.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 3 |
Day 3 Tokyo | Akihabara & the rest of Tokyo's Anime Culture Breakfast Lunch
[
Tokyo Skytree (JDT Recommend)
]
Pokemon Center
Tokyo Banana (JDT Recommends)
Ameshin Candy (JDT Recommends)
[
Akihabara | Anime Game Travel Guide
]
Animate | Anime Game Travel Guide
Gacha Gacha Machines
Super Potato (JDT Recommends)
SEGA Arcade (JDT Recommends)
Maid Cafe (JDT Recommends)
Kanda Shrine
Robot Restaurant (JDT Recommend) *temporarily closed
Return to the Hotel
Kicking things off with our anime tour, we head to the stunning Tokyo Skytree to explore the Pokemon Mega Center, a must-go for all Pokemon lovers. Besides all the Pokemon goods they sell, they also have a battling and trading room for customers to interact with other Pokemon fans. There are also other great souvenir shops and anime stores to check out while at SkyTree's Solamachi shopping area. Browse the JUMP store or explore a few recommended stores like: Tokyo Banana (Japan's top souvenir) & Ameshin (Beautiful Japanese Candy Art).
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 4 |
Day 4 Tokyo | Spirited Away to the Ghibli Museum Breakfast
[
Tokyo Tower
]
Tokyo One Piece Tower (Closed)
|
Ghibli Clock
|
Tokyo Character Street
|
Ramen (JDT Recommends)
|
JUMP SHOP
|
Nakano Broadway
-Shopping
|
Ghibli Museum
|
Check into Hotel
We will begin our morning with a trip to Tokyo Tower, Japan’s iconic tower. Tokyo Tower has been taken over by One Piece, resulting in Tokyo One Piece Tower. Known as
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 5 |
Day 5 Tokyo | Sizzling Teppany-yaki Japanese Cuisine Breakfast Lunch
[
Tokyo
]
Tsukiji Fish Market
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Fukagawa Edo Museum
|
Sensoji Temple
|
Asakusa
|
Teppan-yaki Dining
|
Harajuku Takeshita Street
|
Harajuku
|
Sailor Moon Store (JDT Recommends)
|
Harajuku Crepes (JDT Recommends)
|
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
|
Shibuya Hachiko
|
Return to the Hotel
|
*Tsukiji Fish Market is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. In the Event it is closed, we will skip this stop
Today, your vacation will be devoted to exploring the multi-cultural spots of Tokyo. Our tour will first start in Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market, the former home of the world-famous tuna auction. Browse through the freshest flavors, mouth-watering dishes, and incredible sushi meals at this market that serves over thousands of businesses and local families daily before we explore the sights in Tokyo! From there, your tour is off to the Fukagawa Edo Museum to get acquainted with the history of Tokyo. This charming museum is designed to replicate what life looked like during Japan's traditional days of Edo. Travel back in time and walk through the old city of Tokyo made to recreate life during Japan's Edo period.
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo or similar |
Day 6 |
Day 6 Mt. Fuji & Hakone | Ryokan Hot-Springs & Traditional Japanese Dining Breakfast Lunch Dinner
[
Hakone
]
Open-Air Museum
|
Owakudani Valley
|
Hakone Ropeway - Mt. Fuji View
|
Hakone Shrine
|
Check into Hotel
Japanese Style Hotel
|
Japanese Hot Springs
|
Yukata
|
Our morning begins with a visit to the Hakone Open-Air Museum. Enjoy over 120 sculptures and artwork in Japan's first ever open air museum. There are multiple exhibition halls to fascinate children and adults alike, as well as a foot-bath by natural hot-springs for a bit of relaxation before we continue on to Hakone.
Kanponoyado Atami or similar |
Day 7 |
Day 7 Kyoto | The Never Ending Gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine Breakfast Lunch
Bullet Train
[
Kyoto Prefecture
]
Maiko Dining Experience
|
Fushimi Inari Shrine
|
Inari Sushi
(JDT Recommends) | Ninenzaka | Yatsuhashi (JDT Recommends) | Check into Hotel Our day begins with a bullet train ride to Kyoto. The bullet train is the fastest way to travel on land and is considered an essential Japanese experience. Enjoy riding to Kyoto in comfort and speed, and be sure to take some photos of the scenery during your ride. In Kyoto, enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a Maiko lunch. Maiko are apprentice to Geisha and the lunch is a great chance to take photos and learn about Kyoto's traditional culture.
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar |
Day 8 |
Day 8 Kyoto & Nara | Experience the Highest Quality of Japanese Sake Breakfast Lunch
Arashiyama
|
Jinrikisha Ride Experience
|
Golden Pavilion
|
Sake Museum
|
Kaiten Sushi
|
Tea Ceremony
[
Nara Prefecture
]
Todaiji Temple
|
Deer Park
|
Return to the Hotel
Our day begins with a visit to Arashiyama to walk through the Bamboo Groove Forest. The morning's sunlight passing through the bamboo makes for a perfect morning sight. We will also enjoy a spirited rickshaw ride through Arashiyama. Guests can enjoy seeing many of the traditional-style shops and temples during the ride. Following our time in Arashiyama, we will head to the Golden Pavilion, or Kinkakuji Temple, a Japan’s must see attraction where the two upper floors are covered in gold leaf. The reflection of the golden temple on the lake adds to the stunning sight.
Vischio Kyoto Hotel By GRANVIA or similar |
Day 9 |
Day 9 Himeji & Kurashiki | One of 12 Original Japanese Castles Breakfast Dinner
Our Japan tour begins the day by heading to the Himeji prefecture to invade the remarkable Himeji-jo, or Himeji Castle. Himeji-jo was registered as a UNESCO distinguished site in 1993, representing Japanese castle architecture at its peak. Nicknamed White Heron Castle due to the Japanese castle's graceful white walls, Himeji Castle maintains almost all of it's original structures from its initial construction in the early 1600’s. Unlike some of the country's other castles, this classic Japanese castle has overcome wars, earthquakes, and natural disasters over the last four centuries. The rich history and beautiful location makes the castle grounds are perfect to enjoy scenic views of Japanese flowers and nature!
Kurashiki Kokusai Hotel or similar |
Day 10 |
Day 10 Hiroshima | Sightseeing through the Symbol of Hiroshima Breakfast Lunch
[
Hiroshima Prefecture
]
[
Miyajima
]
Itsukushima Shrine
|
Momiji Manju (JDT Recommends)
|
Peace Memorial Park
|
A-Bomb Dome
Return to the Hotel
Our vacation begins with a Hiroshima tour through the city's can't miss destinations. One of the main highlights in Hiroshima is Miyajima, an island south of Hiroshima known for its Itsukushima Shrine, or
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima or similar |
Day 11 |
Day 11 Hiroshima | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan Breakfast
Your pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. The tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan.
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All small-group journeys are guaranteed to operate with just 6 guests.