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Day 1 Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in HotelFeatured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games. Welcome to Japan. Japan Deluxe Tours has arranged transportation services to meet you at your airport's arrival lobby and will take you to your hotel. Rest at the hotel and be ready to start your exciting tour tomorrow. |
Day 2 Tokyo | Nippori Textile District: Hub of Fabric Shopping Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games.
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Tokyo
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Nippori Textile Town
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Nippori Tomato
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Mihama Cloth
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ENNESTE Temari Ball Workshop
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Return to the Hotel
Today, we will delve into the heart of Tokyo's renowned textile scene, beginning our journey in the bustling Nippori Textile District. Known as a paradise for fabric lovers, this area offers an array of shops selling everything from vintage kimonos to modern textiles.
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Day 3 Tokyo | Quilter Yoko Saito's Shop & Washi Paper Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games. Today, we will continue our exploration of Tokyo's rich textile and craft culture with a day filled with traditional art and culinary experiences.
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Day 4 Tokyo & Yamanashi | Traditional Arts at the Kubota Art Museum Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games. We will explore some of Japan's most astonishing fabric related museums in the suburbs of Tokyo today.
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Day 5 Tokyo | Enjoy the World Quilt Festival Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games. Today, our journey through Japan's vibrant craft scene reaches a colorful pinnacle with a visit to the World Quilt Festival in Yokohama. This prestigious event gathers quilting enthusiasts, artists, and crafters from around the world to showcase a dazzling array of quilt artistry.
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Day 6 Tokyo | Free Leisure Day & Optional Tours Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & Experiences Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar
Niwa Hotel Tokyo ( Western Style )
The Hotel Niwa Tokyo is nestled away in Tokyo's Suidobashi neighborhood around everything you need for a comfortable stay while exploring Tokyo with Japan Deluxe Tours. Just a couple minutes from Tokyo Suidobashi Station, explore the local sights of Tokyo including the Imperial Palace Garden, Yasukuni Shrine, Ueno Park, Akihabara, and more. There's also the amazing Tokyo Dome which hosts festivals, events, and sports games. Today's itinerary includes free time for individual exploration. Optional tours are available both in the morning and afternoon, should you wish to participate. |
Day 7 Nagoya | See Shibori Artists at work & Noritake Porcelain Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kyoto Century Hotel or similar
Bullet Train
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Nagoya
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Noritake Garden
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Arimatsu Narumi Tie-Dyeing Museum
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Arimatsu Tokaido Old Town
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Chek into a hotel
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We embark on a thrilling journey that combines high-speed travel with an exploration of traditional Japanese crafts. Our day starts with a quick ride on the Shinkansen, Japan's iconic bullet train, known for its efficiency and speed, providing a seamless transition to our cultural destinations.
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Day 8 Kyoto | Stunning Japanese Craft Arts Workshop Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kyoto Century Hotel or similar
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Kyoto Prefecture
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Kyoto Shishu Restoration Studio
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Kyoto Shibori Museum Workshop
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Check into a hotel
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Yuzawaya
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Kyoto Station Light Show
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Today offers a blend of leisure and immersive cultural experiences in the heart of Kyoto. Begin your morning at your own pace, exploring the nearby sights, trying local cafes, or simply relaxing and absorbing the serene atmosphere of this historic city.
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Day 9 Kyoto | Gold Foil Workshop & Craftman's Work Breakfast Lunch Breakfast Lunch
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kyoto Century Hotel or similar
Gold Foil Handicraft Workshop
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Nishijinori Kobo - Orinasukan
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Nomura Tailor
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Misuya Needle
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Return to the Hotel
We start our day with a visit to a Gold Leaf Craftsmanship Studio, where you will have the opportunity to engage in a unique workshop experience. Here, you'll learn about the delicate process of applying gold leaf, and try your hand at creating your own gold-leaf artwork, which you can take home as a stunning souvenir.
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Day 10 Kyoto | Dazzling Rickshaw Ride through the Bamboo Breakfast Dinner Breakfast Dinner
Featured Destinations & Experiences Kyoto Century Hotel or similar
Golden Pavilion
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Arashiyama
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Jinrikisha Ride Experience
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Kyo-Yuzen Workshop
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Ninenzaka
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Maiko Dining Experience
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Yatsuhashi (JDT Recommends)
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Return to the Hotel
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Our day begins with a visit to the iconic Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion. This exquisite temple, covered in brilliant gold leaf, reflects beautifully on the pond before it, offering a spectacular view that embodies the peaceful Zen Buddhist philosophy.
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Day 11 Osaka | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan Breakfast Breakfast
Featured Destinations & ExperiencesYour pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. Your quilt tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy an extended stay vacation in Japan. |
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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. Japan Deluxe Tours has arranged transportation services to meet you at your airport's arrival lobby and will take you to your hotel. Rest at the hotel and be ready to start your exciting tour tomorrow.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 2 |
Day 2 Tokyo | Nippori Textile District: Hub of Fabric Shopping Breakfast Lunch
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Tokyo
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Nippori Textile Town
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Nippori Tomato
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Mihama Cloth
|
ENNESTE Temari Ball Workshop
|
Return to the Hotel
Today, we will delve into the heart of Tokyo's renowned textile scene, beginning our journey in the bustling Nippori Textile District. Known as a paradise for fabric lovers, this area offers an array of shops selling everything from vintage kimonos to modern textiles.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 3 |
Day 3 Tokyo | Quilter Yoko Saito's Shop & Washi Paper Breakfast Lunch
Today, we will continue our exploration of Tokyo's rich textile and craft culture with a day filled with traditional art and culinary experiences.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 4 |
Day 4 Tokyo & Yamanashi | Traditional Arts at the Kubota Art Museum Breakfast Lunch
We will explore some of Japan's most astonishing fabric related museums in the suburbs of Tokyo today.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 5 |
Day 5 Tokyo | Enjoy the World Quilt Festival Breakfast
Today, our journey through Japan's vibrant craft scene reaches a colorful pinnacle with a visit to the World Quilt Festival in Yokohama. This prestigious event gathers quilting enthusiasts, artists, and crafters from around the world to showcase a dazzling array of quilt artistry.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 6 |
Day 6 Tokyo | Free Leisure Day & Optional Tours Breakfast
Today's itinerary includes free time for individual exploration. Optional tours are available both in the morning and afternoon, should you wish to participate.
Niwa Hotel Tokyo or similar |
Day 7 |
Day 7 Nagoya | See Shibori Artists at work & Noritake Porcelain Breakfast Lunch
Bullet Train
|
[
Nagoya
]
Noritake Garden
|
Arimatsu Narumi Tie-Dyeing Museum
|
Arimatsu Tokaido Old Town
|
Chek into a hotel
|
We embark on a thrilling journey that combines high-speed travel with an exploration of traditional Japanese crafts. Our day starts with a quick ride on the Shinkansen, Japan's iconic bullet train, known for its efficiency and speed, providing a seamless transition to our cultural destinations.
Kyoto Century Hotel or similar |
Day 8 |
Day 8 Kyoto | Stunning Japanese Craft Arts Workshop Breakfast Lunch
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Kyoto Prefecture
]
Kyoto Shishu Restoration Studio
|
Kyoto Shibori Museum Workshop
Workshop |
Check into a hotel
|
Yuzawaya
|
Kyoto Station Light Show
|
Today offers a blend of leisure and immersive cultural experiences in the heart of Kyoto. Begin your morning at your own pace, exploring the nearby sights, trying local cafes, or simply relaxing and absorbing the serene atmosphere of this historic city.
Kyoto Century Hotel or similar |
Day 9 |
Day 9 Kyoto | Gold Foil Workshop & Craftman's Work Breakfast Lunch
Gold Foil Handicraft Workshop
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Nishijinori Kobo - Orinasukan
|
Nomura Tailor
|
Misuya Needle
|
Return to the Hotel
We start our day with a visit to a Gold Leaf Craftsmanship Studio, where you will have the opportunity to engage in a unique workshop experience. Here, you'll learn about the delicate process of applying gold leaf, and try your hand at creating your own gold-leaf artwork, which you can take home as a stunning souvenir.
Kyoto Century Hotel or similar |
Day 10 |
Day 10 Kyoto | Dazzling Rickshaw Ride through the Bamboo Breakfast Dinner
Golden Pavilion
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Arashiyama
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Jinrikisha Ride Experience
|
Kyo-Yuzen Workshop
|
Ninenzaka
|
Maiko Dining Experience
|
Yatsuhashi (JDT Recommends)
|
Return to the Hotel
|
Our day begins with a visit to the iconic Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion. This exquisite temple, covered in brilliant gold leaf, reflects beautifully on the pond before it, offering a spectacular view that embodies the peaceful Zen Buddhist philosophy.
Kyoto Century Hotel or similar |
Day 11 |
Day 11 Osaka | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan Breakfast
Your pleasant and memorable Japan tour ends today. Your quilt tour will disband after breakfast. Fly home with cherished memories or enjoy an extended stay vacation in Japan.
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All small-group journeys are guaranteed to operate with just 6 guests.