Takayama Festival | Hidden Village - Cherry Blossom Seasonal Tour
$4,780 per person
This elegant Japan Tour invites you to witness the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms while immersing yourself in centuries-old tradition. The highlight is the Takayama Spring Festival (Sanno Matsuri), where masterfully crafted floats parade through historic streets—by day and illuminated by night. Mechanical puppets (karakuri) and local performances add to the spectacle, offering an unforgettable cultural moment.
Your journey begins in Tokyo and flows into the scenic regions of Nagano and Gifu. Gaze at Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi, explore the refined kimono artistry at the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, and visit Matsumoto Castle—an original National Treasure surrounded by spring blooms. Discover rural beauty at the Daio Wasabi Farm and walk the preserved post town of Narai-juku. This Japan Tour blends natural beauty, historical charm, and cultural richness into one refined spring experience—perfectly suited for the discerning traveler.
Your journey begins in Tokyo and flows into the scenic regions of Nagano and Gifu. Gaze at Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi, explore the refined kimono artistry at the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, and visit Matsumoto Castle—an original National Treasure surrounded by spring blooms. Discover rural beauty at the Daio Wasabi Farm and walk the preserved post town of Narai-juku. This Japan Tour blends natural beauty, historical charm, and cultural richness into one refined spring experience—perfectly suited for the discerning traveler.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1: Tokyo | Arrive in Japan & Check-in Hotel
Hotel: Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
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Day 2: | A Day of Contrasts: Edo to Ultra-Modern Tokyo
Hotel: Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 3: Tokyo | At Your Leisure
Hotel: Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4: Kawaguchiko & Matsumoto | Textile Art, Lakeside Views & Alpine Town
Hotel: IROHA GRAND HOTEL Matsumoto Ekimae
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 5: Matsumoto to Takayama | Castle, Wasabi Fields & Historic Towns
Hotel: Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Takayama Shokawa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 6: Takayama & Shirakawago | Festival Day & Thatched Villages
Hotel: Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 7: Kanazawa | Gardens, Gold Leaf & Samurai Heritage
Hotel: Hotel Emion Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 8: Kyoto | Dine with Japan's Next Generation of Geisha Artisans
Hotel: Hotel Emion Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner -
Day 9: Kyoto & Nara | Matcha Experience & Ancient Sights
Hotel: Hotel Emion Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 10: Osaka | Tour Disbands & Depart from Japan
Meals: Breakfast
Upcoming Departures
- Apr 10, 2027 to Apr 19, 2027 (10 days) — $4,780/pp
Themes: Cherry Blossoms, Festival, Nature & Wildlife, Non-Anime