Visions of Japan with Hiroshima & Osaka

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Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s perfectly acceptable to slurp! Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t ex...
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Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s perfectly acceptable to slurp! Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t expect to stand still for very long on this enthralling tour of Japan. A hands-on calligraphy class, a special kimono fitting, an interactive cooking demonstration, and a gold-leaf design class—where you’ll make your own keepsake bento box—are all part of the fun. Browse the produce at a Takayama farmer’s market, stroll through Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens and experience the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train. Prepare to be floored in more ways than one! Hop on the bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima to be further moved by dramatic gardens, sacred shrines, and the many touching memorials to the lives lost in the World War II atomic bombing. End your exploration of Japan in Osaka with visits to Osaka Castle and Minami, the city's most famous entertainment district and where the locals go for fun.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City TOKYO, JAPAN
End CityOSAKA

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Japan

Attractions

  • Hiroshima
  • Kanazawa
  • Kyoto
  • Matsumoto
  • Mount Fuji
  • Nara
  • Osaka
  • Shirakawa
  • Takayama
  • Tokyo

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN TOKYO, JAPAN

Konnichiwa Japan Welcome to Tokyo, Japan’s capital city. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

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Day 2: TOKYO

Monumental Metropolis Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. At an artist’s studio, learn to write like a local during a calligraphy lesson with a master calligrapher, have the opportunity to try on a ...

Day 3: TOKYO. MOUNT FUJI EXCURSION

Soaring Heights & Sweeping Views Drive south along the coast to Kamakura to see the 750-year-old Great Buddha. Continue to Hakone where you’ll take a cable-car ride for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain. After lunch, cruise on La...

Day 4: TOKYO

Wondrous Wandering Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city. (Breakfast)

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods likeGinza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or...

Day 5: TOKYO–MATSUMOTO–TAKAYAMA

City to Farm to Table Journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the ruggedly beautiful Japanese Alps. Visit a local wasabi farm and Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure of Japan dating back to the 16th Century. Tonight, enjoy a wonderful Japanese-style dinner at your hotel. ...

Day 6: TAKAYAMA

Takayama Treasures Today begins at the morning market, where farmers display locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Visit Takayama Jinya, a former government office during the Edo Period from 1692-1868. This well-preserved building is a national historic site...

Day 7: TAKAYAMA–SHIRAKAWA–KANAZAWA

Enchanting Valleys & Tranquil Gardens This morning, enjoy a drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa; a remote region of Japan home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here explore the unique Gassho-Zukuri style (joined hands) thatched houses...

Day 8: KANAZAWA–KYOTO

Sushi, Shrines & Temples This morning, drive south to Kyoto. On arrival, participate in a [LF] Japanese cooking class for lunch. Then, you’ll visit two of the city’s most important sites: Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. This evening, you have the option...

Day 9: KYOTO

Golden Gift This morning starts with a visit to stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir usi...

Day 10: KYOTO–NARA EXCURSION

Living Large, No Giant Travel to nearby Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. (Breakfast,Dinner)

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Day 11: KYOTO–HIROSHIMA

A Need for Speed Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for historic Hiroshima. Join your Local guide for a visit to the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. (Breakfast)

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Day 12: HIROSHIMA

Give Peace a Chance Explore the highlights of Hiroshima with your Local Guide. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT MONUMENTS & MEMORIALS Start your guided tour of Hiroshima at Peace Memorial Park and see the Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been...

Day 13: HIROSHIMA–OSAKA

Big City, Bright Lights Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for Osaka, known for its food and nightlife with some history mixed in. Start sightseeing with your Local Guide at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park. Then explore Minami, the city...

Day 14: OSAKA

Easy Exploration Enjoy a full day at your leisure. (Breakfast)

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Return to Minami for further exploration or perhaps visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farm Houses. Whatever you choose to do, we’ve included a subway and bus pass to make exploring easy.

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Day 15: OSAKA

Say it Ain’t Sayonara Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Hilton Tokyo

The Hilton Tokyo is the the perfect base for exploring the vibrant, energetic city of Tokyo. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Lobby and Marble Lounge. Rejuvenate in the 24-hour health club within the hotel and relax in the sauna or soothing whirlpool spa. Choose from seven tempting restaurants offering a range of delicious cuisine. Favorites include Dynasty authentic Chinese restaurant, and Musashino, featuring sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. For a relaxing evening drink, visit St. George's Bar.

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Japan

6-2 Nishi-Shinjuku 6 Chome

Hotel Associa Takayama Resort

Overlooking the northern Japanese Alps, the upscale Hotel Associa Takayama offers amenities such as a bathhouse with geothermal water, a spa, 3 restaurants, and a country-style bar.

Takayama

Japan

1134 Echigo-cho

Hotel Nikko Kanazawa

The Hotel Nikko Kanazawa combines an elegant European atmosphere with the beauty of the four seasons. Travelers will appreciate that the hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of some of the most famous tourist spots in Kanazawa.

Kanazawa

Japan

2-15-1 Honcho

The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto

The Hotel Higashiyama is a modern hotel located in a traditional, authentic region with more than a century-old architecture, making it the ideal starting point from which to explore Kyoto and historic Japan. The décor is inspired by the gentle flow of the nearby Shirakawa River.

Kyoto

Japan

175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward

Hilton Hiroshima

In the heart of Hiroshima City, the Hilton Hiroshima is within five minutes of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, Hiroshima Castle, and several transit stations. Heiwa-Odori¿s shops, restaurants, and entertainment are 10 minutes away. The hotel also offers four restaurants and views from the skyline terrace.

Hiroshima

Japan

11-12 Fujimicho, Naka-ku

Hilton Osaka

Located in front of JR OSAKA Station (2 mins walk), set in the business, entertainment area and linked to one of Osaka's largest shopping malls.

Osaka

Japan

8-8 Umeda 1-Chome, Kita-Ku

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