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Beautiful landscapes? Check. Cultural experiences? Check. Tastebud-tingling food? Check. Our Japan tours have it all.

There’s a certain allure to Japan – a place where eastern tradition and western modernity collide among otherworldly scenery that’ll take your breath away and refuse to give it back. Add mouthwatering cuisine, a fascinating history, and a multifaceted culture into the mix and it's easy to understand how Japan continues to captivate travelers. From enjoying a sake tasting at a local brewery and soaking in a steaming hot onsen to marveling at World Heritage-listed temples thousands of years old, our tours in Japan promise the ultimate adventure: one you’ll continue to think about long after you return home. 

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Japan at a glance

Capital city.

Tokyo (population approximately 37 million)

Approximately 123.1 million

(GMT+09:00) Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo

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Electricity.

Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin) Type B (American 3-pin)

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Culture and customs.

Japan is a multifaceted country made up of many different cultures, rituals, and traditions influenced by Confucianism (introduced in AD285), Buddhism (introduced in AD552), and Shintoism (Japan’s ritualistic native religion). The rise of technology and international trendsetting has also played a part in the culture of Japan today as the younger generation embraces fashion-forwardness, online personas, and high-tech gadgets.

This is in direct contrast to the Confucian-influenced, old-school Japanese culture that the older generations still live by, with a larger emphasis on modesty, respect, and discipline. This can sometimes cause conflict between the two demographics, however, there are still some traditions that are considered sacred regardless of age – tea ceremonies, bowing, kendo, geisha, and sumo.

Visit ancient temples and walk history-laden pilgrim routes on a 8 day Koya-san & Kumano Trek.

History and government

Japan has had an interesting past with its ancient history, pre-modern history, and 20th-century history, all influencing the country we all know and love today.

Ancient history

While there is evidence the archipelago has been occupied by humans for around 35,000 years, what we know now as ‘Japan’ began to take shape about 1700 years ago as disparate tribes started to unify.

Pre-modern history

Over the centuries, Japan has alternated between feudal, empirical, religious, and government rule, with each period birthing different styles of art, architecture, and spirituality. Buddhism and Confucianism, introduced in 552 BC and AD 285, respectively, both proved massively influential on the class structures and governance of pre-modern Japan. You can still visit and stay in many Buddhist temples in Japan today.

20th century

It’s difficult to discuss the emergence of modern Japan without talking about WWII. During the war, the Empire of Japan used aggressive military tactics in an attempt to expand its reach and control in Asia and elsewhere. In response, the US Army instigated a strategic bombing campaign that included the notorious use of nuclear weapons in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The result of these attacks was mass human and structural devastation.

These bombings, along with depleted armed forces and the looming threat of invasion from the Soviet Union, led the Empire of Japan to surrender unconditionally to the Allies in September 1945.

The ‘Empire of Japan’ became ‘Japan’ as part of the extensive terms of surrender, and the nation faced the prospect of rebuilding and reinventing itself in the second half of the 20th century.    

Reflect on the historic and sobering sites of Hiroshima and Nagasaki while on an 24 day Ultimate Japan tour.

After WWII, Japan found its feet operating as a free-market economy based around the manufacture and export of automobiles and electronics, experiencing particularly rapid growth between 1960 and the late 1980s. The late 20th century saw the country emerge as an economic superpower, and with that came the flourishing of several cultural sectors, such as the arts and cuisine. 

Experience Japan's historic sites on a 13 day Land of the Rising Sun tour.

Top places to visit in Japan

One minute you’re walking through a former black-market quarter, the next, you’re paying your respects at a 1400-year-old temple. Eclectic Tokyo is an essential part of any visit to Japan. Wander through the streets of Tokyo on our 12 day Classic Japan tour.

If you’ve ever eaten at a sushi train restaurant, you’ve got the underrated city of Osaka to thank! The motto in this city is 'kuidaore', which roughly translates as ‘eat until you drop’ . You can consider that a (friendly) order. Experience Osaka on our 12 day Japan Family Holiday.

The home of temples, palaces, and the Gion district (where geisha live and work), Kyoto is also where you’ll find the famed Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Spot Geisha in Kyoto on our 9 day Japan Express tour.

4. Kanazawa

A great place to see a slice of old Japan, with classic sculpted gardens, a restored Old Town, and well-preserved architecture from a variety of eras. Explore Kanazawa on our 11 day Cycle Japan tour or on our 10 day Essential Japan adventure.

5. Hiroshima

Most travelers visit Hiroshima to see the Peace Memorial Park, constructed around the hypocentre of the atomic bomb that destroyed the city in 1945. Follow this up with nearby Miyajima, a tranquil island where tame deer roam the streets. 

6. Yudanaka

This quaint resort town is best experienced in the winter, when snow coats the normally evergreen trees and Japanese macaques come down from the mountains to bathe and groom each other in the steaming natural hot springs of Jigokudani (Hell Valley).

Geography and environment

Japan is an archipelago of more than 6000 islands located in the Pacific Ocean in Asia . The main islands are Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku. Lying on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Japan is prone to destructive earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic activity. The most famous volcano, Mount Fuji , is also Japan's highest peak and only 100km from Tokyo.

Japan has plenty of forested, mountainous terrain that is unsuitable for agriculture and development, so much of the population lives in the coastal cities. This has led Japan to become one of the most densely populated countries in the world and the majority of its inhabitants are used to living in very small spaces, with a heavy reliance on public transport.

Although life is fast-paced and crowded in cities like Tokyo and Osaka, rural areas typically feature low-density, traditional housing and a slower pace of life surrounded by greenery such as lush forests and plenty of moss-covered boulders. 

Traverse mountains, cycle coastlines, and meander through forests on a 12 day Japan: Hike, Bike and Kayak tour.

Shopping in Japan is fun but expensive, so be sure to have a budget for souvenirs planned in advance! In cities like Tokyo, there are loads of quirky stores and funky galleries showcasing the works of independent fashion designers and gadget creators. From the outlandish to the kitsch, you're guaranteed to find loads of colorful clothing and edgy art that you won't be able to find elsewhere. 

If you’re planning to bring back leaf tea or any other perishable or edible items, it's a good idea to check with your local customs officials to ensure that you are able to bring certain items back into your home country. Australia and New Zealand, in particular, have strict quarantine laws.

What to buy

• Kimonos This quintessential Japanese souvenir looks great hung on the wall as an interesting decorative piece. If you plan on wearing one, make sure you do so respectfully and learn the correct way to fold the garment.
• Paper lanterns, kites and fans Japanese paper goods make great, relatively inexpensive souvenirs. Choose from high-quality, traditionally-made kites or delicate rice paper lanterns.
• Electronics Shops in Japan are bursting with the latest tech gadgets. Just be sure to check that they are compatible for use at home.
• Fashion Have fun with the amazing diversity of popular street culture fashion available in Japan. Vibrant, brash and sometimes bizarre – find something that no one back at home will be wearing.
• Anime and manga paraphernalia Another inexpensive gift option, even for people who can’t read Japanese. Pick up a book, magazine, t-shirt or print from one of Japan’s many anime and manga stores.

Festivals and events

If you want an adventure with a point of difference, consider planning your travels to coincide with these popular festive events in Japan. 

Sapporo Winter Festival

Held every February since 1950, this festival features hundreds of statues and ice sculptures, snow slides and mazes, regional food and artistic performances. Winter in Japan is truly amazing, and the Sapporo Winter Festival is a magical way to celebrate.

Hadaka Matsuri

Head to Okayama to watch thousands of men wearing nothing but loincloths vie to touch the chosen 'naked man'. It may look like a bizarre male-bonding exercise but it's actually a historic cleansing ritual dating back thousands of years. Dates change yearly.

Fuji Rock Festival

Held annually in the stunning surroundings of the Naeba Ski Resort, this outdoor music festival is huge and draws in big-name acts and local bands Thousands of music lovers flock to Naeba for three days of camping, music and partying in the summer months. 

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Public holidays that may impact travel include:

Coming of Age Day

National Foundation Day

Emperor's Birthday

Vernal/Spring Equinox Day

Constitution Day

Greenery Day

Children's Day

Marine Day, also known as Sea or Ocean Day

Mountain Day

Respect-for-the-Aged Day

Autumnal Equinox Day

Health and Sports Day

Culture Day

Labor Thanksgiving Day

Please note dates of Japan's public holidays may vary.

Further reading

For inspiring stories to prepare you for your Japan adventure, check out these books:

• The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle – Haruki Murakami
• Sembazuru – Yasunari Kawabata
• Moshi Moshi – Banana Yoshimoto
• Goodnight Punpun – Inio Asano
• Okinawa Notes – Kenzaburo Oe
•  A History of Japan – George Sansom
• Embracing Defeat – John W Dower

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Japan travel FAQs

Do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?

Under current restrictions, a visa is required to enter Japan as a tourist. We recommend you apply for your visa no later than one month before your departure date. Please contact your local consulate or embassy for more information.

This page is for general information only and may be subject to change. It is your responsibility to obtain relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and/or consulates. 

Last updated: 15 June, 2023 

Is tipping customary in Japan?

Tipping isn't customary in Japan and is not expected – in fact, it will sometimes be considered impolite. Some inns or ryokans may leave a small envelope in your room where a small gratuity can be left for housekeeping staff.

What is the internet access like in Japan?

Internet access is excellent in Japan, with one of the most developed high-speed internet networks in the world. Internet cafes and wi-fi hotspots are easily found in most cities and major towns.

Can I use my cell while in Japan?

Cell phone coverage is excellent in Japan but be aware that talking loudly on your phone in public places (like in train carriages) is frowned upon. You will be expected to hide your mouth behind your hand if you must take a call in public. If you want to use your cell phone, ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive (but be aware of the fees this may incur).

What are the toilets like in Japan?

In Japan, toilets range from high-tech bidets to standard western-style flushable toilets to squat toilets, which are still common outside the city. Sometimes you may need to pay for toilet paper, which can usually be purchased from a vending machine nearby.

Can I drink the water in Japan?

Drinking water from taps in Japan is considered safe. For environmental reasons, try to use a refillable water bottle rather than buying bottled water. Major cities often have water fountains in train stations.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Japan?

Major credit cards are accepted by some stores; however, Japan is still very much a cash culture and as such, some places may not accept credit cards. Ensure you carry enough cash to cover purchases.

What is ATM access like in Japan?

ATMs are common in Japan but unfortunately many of them don't accept foreign-issued cards. However, you can access cash from non-Japanese bank accounts via the Cirrus and Maestro systems at all post office ATMs around the country, as well as ATMs at 7-Eleven convenience stores.

When is the best time to travel to Japan?

There’s never a bad time to travel to Japan but the months that see the most travelers are March, April, and May as the weather is mild and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The warm weather (with low humidity levels) of September, October, and November are also suitable months to visit Japan – you’ll even be treated to landscapes colored with oranges, reds, and browns for autumn. While winter can be cold, this is the best time for snow activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snow festivals. On the other hand, the summer months see high humidity levels that can leave some travelers uncomfortable.

What is the weather like in Japan?

• Spring (March to May): temperatures range from 50 to 68°F, with conditions getting sunnier and clearer towards the end of the season.
• Summer (June to August): temperatures range from 70 to 90°F depending on where you are. It’s warmer in the south than in the north. You can expect some rain in June, and it can get quite humid towards the end of the season.
• Fall (September to November): temperatures range from 45 to 68°F. The humidity starts to calm down in September, but days stay warm until October. Nights can be chilly.  
• Winter (December to February): break out the coats, temperatures during winter range from 32 to 59°F. The mountains and the north experience snowfall .

How safe is Japan?

Japan is generally safe and is rated among the safest countries in the world. Reports of crime such as theft are very low and travelers are often stunned by the fact that locals leave belongings unaccompanied in cafes and bars (though we certainly don’t recommend it!). 

Is Japan safe for LGBTQIA+ travelers?

LGBTQIA+ travelers shouldn’t have any issues visiting Japan with violence, outright hostility or overt discrimination extremely rare. However, Japan’s older generation still holds conservative values when it comes to LGBTQIA+ sexuality and non-binary gender expression, especially those that live in regional areas.

Same-sex relationships are considered legal in some districts (such as Tokyo); however, same-sex marriage hasn’t been legalized yet. Public displays of affection are often frowned upon, regardless of sex, gender, or sexual orientation so keep that in mind when you’re out in public. 

For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting  Equaldex  or  ILGA  before you travel.

Is Japan accessible for travelers with disabilities?

Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. We’re always happy to talk to travelers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and, where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

The needs of travelers with mobility issues, including wheelchair users, are considered in the infrastructure in major cities. Train stations have lifts (elevators), wide turnstiles and (for the most part) raised platforms so that wheelchair users can glide onto the train without being assisted.  Sidewalks in Japanese cities are sometimes sloped towards the road, which can make traveling a straight line difficult for wheelchair users or people with vision impairment.

It is common practice in Japan to remove shoes when entering a home. Wheelchair users should carry something to wipe down their wheels in respect of this custom. Apply the same logic for other mobility aids such as canes.

Ryokans and other traditional accommodation can be difficult to navigate for people with limited mobility, but accessible hotel options are plentiful in the major cities.

Travelers with vision impairment may find the tactile yellow strips that guide the way to various places in train stations helpful, though please note that there is no barrier between the train tracks and platforms.

If you have a battery-operated hearing aid, it’s a good idea to bring extra batteries or familiarise yourself with the Japanese equivalent of the batteries it takes.

If you do live with a visual, hearing or other impairment, let your booking agent or group leader know early on so they’re aware and suitable arrangements can be made. As a general rule, knowing some common words in the local language, carrying a written itinerary with you and taking to the streets in a group, rather than solo, can help make your travel experience the best it can be.

What should I wear in Japan?

Summer months can be incredibly hot and sticky, so loose, lightweight and breathable clothing is essential.

Spring and autumn can be crisp and cold, so you might want to pack thermal layers in addition to your coat and boots. 

Outside of Hokkaido and the mountains, the winter temperatures in Japan are manageable as long as you have regular cold-weather clothes like a good coat, pair of gloves, a winter hat and a scarf. 

The style of dress common for women in Japan may be a little more covered up than you are used to, particularly outside the major cities.

Packing comfortable trousers is essential as you may find yourself sitting cross-legged on the floor during your stay. 

What are some common phrases/words I should learn before my trip to Japan?

Having a basic understanding of the language and culture of the country you're visiting can go a long way when it comes to, not only communicating efficiently but your overall trip experience as well. Some common phrases you need to learn are: 

• 'hello' - Konnichiwa
• 'good morning' - Ohayō 
• 'thank you' - Arigatou Gozaimasu
• 'please' - Onegaishimasu

What religions do they practice in Japan?

There are two dominant religions in Japan - Shinto and Buddhism. The majority of Japanese people practice both simultaneously, however, there is a small number of the population that practise other religions such as Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, and Islam. 

What are the best places to visit in Japan?

From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the peaceful nature of the Japanese Alps, there are plenty of bucket-list destinations to include on your itinerary of Japan. We know it's hard to see everything but here are a few of our favourite places to visit in Japan: 

What are the best things to see in Japan?

Japan isn't short of spectacular attractions to wander through and fascinating historical landmarks to marvel at but it's pretty hard to do it all on your trip to Japan. So you don't miss the things you simply have to see, we've put together a short list of parks, temples, and monuments worth visiting. Happy exploring! 

• Hiroshima Peace Park 
• Cherry blossom trees
• Osaka Castle
• Himeji Castle

What should I eat in Japan?

Food lovers, including  vegetarians and vegans , will be more than satisfied with the variety and quality of Japanese cuisine. With a focus on fresh, seasonal produce that is prepared meticulously and presented beautifully, dining in Japan is a memorable experience.

What drinks should I try in Japan?

From craft beer to sake, Japan has plenty of tasty liquids to keep you hydrated throughout your travels.

How do I stay safe and healthy while traveling?

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What is it like traveling on a small group tour?

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or you’re about to embark on your first trip, traveling can be as intimidating as it is exciting. That's the beauty of a small group tour. From handling the logistics and organizing amazing cultural activities to local leaders who know each destination like the back of their hand (like which street has the best markets and where to get the most authentic food), traveling on a small group tour with Intrepid will give you unforgettable travel experiences without the hassle that comes with exploring a new place. Plus, you'll have ready-made friends to share the journey with. All you have to do is turn up with a healthy sense of adventure and we’ll take care of the rest.

Does my trip support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. Trips to this country directly support our global Intrepid Foundation partners, Eden Reforestation Projects and World Bicycle Relief. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Eden Reforestation Projects

Eden Reforestation Projects are helping to mitigate climate change by restoring forests worldwide; they also hire locally and create job opportunities within vulnerable communities. Donations from our trips support restoration across planting sites in 10 countries around the globe. Find out more or make a donation World Bicycle Relief

World Bicycle Relief provides people in low-income communities with bicycles to mobilize school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas – giving them access to vital education, healthcare, and income. Donations help provide Buffalo Bicycles – specifically designed to withstand the rugged terrain and harsh environment of rural regions – to those who need them most. Find out more or make a donation

Does my Intrepid trip include airfare?

While our Intrepid trips include many modes of transport, from tuk-tuks to overland vehicles, bullet trains and feluccas, airfare to and from your home country is not included in your tour package.

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Discover Japan | 9 Days plus ANIME Classic Private Tour | Tokyo, Hakone, Nara, Kyoto

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Hidden Trails | 10 Days

Explore Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Takayama, Kanazawa and more during our 10 Day Private Takayama Tour. Experience and learn about the history, culture, and life of both the big city and rural towns through curated sites where you can get an authentic look. All with a private tour guide and the comfort to travel at your own pace, an unforgettable Japan trip awaits.

Hidden Trails | 10 Days Classic Private Tour | Tokyo, Nagano, Kamikochi, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara

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Exclusive Japan Journey | 8 Days

Get the VIP treatment as you take an adventure from Tokyo to Kyoto with your own personal tour guide during your 8 Day Private Japan Tour. Indulge in delicious food, enjoy comfortable accommodations, and explore the best of what Japan has to offer.

Exclusive Japan Journey | 8 Days Luxury Private Tour | Tokyo, Hakone, Nara, Kyoto

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Exclusive Japan Journey | 10 Days

Travel in comfort and style as you embark on our 10 Day Luxury Private Japan Tour. We've curated the best sites and hotels for your stay for an unforgettable trip. Experience the best of both worlds as you make your way through the must see sites such as Sensoji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, and the tranquil bamboo forest of Arashiyama.

Exclusive Japan Journey | 10 Days Luxury Private Tour | Tokyo, Hakone, Nara, Kyoto, Hiroshima

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Cherry Blossom Japan Tours

Spend your next vacation during Japan's most beautiful season, often considered the best time to go to Japan! Join us on a Cherry Blossom Tour , Takayama Japan Festival Tours , Sakura Flower Nikkei Ancestry Tours , or any of our Spring vacation packages to enjoy Japan's gorgeous cherry blossoms! Tour through the best sights in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Osaka, & Southern Japan while fresh Sakura fills the air. Take plenty of photos of your Japanese Cherry Blossom vacation and upload them instantly with complimentary Wi-Fi on your tour bus & at most hotels. Travel in style, join a Japanese green tea ceremony, ride a bullet train, bathe in a hot-spring, and enjoy Cherry Blossom flowers. Vacation with our small group tours during Japan's peak season while sakura flowers bloom in the background of Mt. Fuji, Kyoto's Golden Pavilion, Itsukushima Shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, & more during our Spring Cherry Blossom Festival Japan Tours!

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Admire the snow-capped Mount Fuji

See the towering peak of Mount Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan and a UNESCO-listed site. We’ll take you up to the 5th station of Mount Fuji, a spectacular vantage point at 7,545 feet, before taking a ride on the Kachikachiyama Ropeway with views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.

Take a high-speed bullet train to Kyoto

Board the high-speed bullet train to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan and the ancient epicentre of Japanese culture. After whizzing through the country, you’ll meet the locals at a traditional ryokan and learn about traditional Japanese customs, then explore the Gion District and glittering Kinkakuji Temple, the symbol of Kyoto.

Experience a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony

We’ll introduce you to a professional Tea Master who has spent many years learning the craft of the tea ceremony. You’ll learn about the history of Japanese tea making, and watch how the matcha is prepared with a bamboo whisk. You’ll even have a go at making (and tasting) your own tea.

Admire Osaka from the Floating Garden Observatory

The Floating Garden Observatory is an open-air viewing platform, stretching between the two towers of the Umeda Sky Building. We’ll take you to the top of the 567-foot buildings for panoramic views over Osaka, including the city’s dazzling rivers, bridges and soaring skyscrapers.

Wander through Ameyoko Street Market

With nearly 200 shops selling everything from fresh fish and spices to clothing and bags, you can spend hours roaming through Ameyoko Street Market. Located in Tokyo along the Yamanote Line tracks, it was once a black market selling American goods and sweets after WWII, when sugar was hard to find.

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Our Japan tours take you from the dizzying heights of Mount Fuji and the bustle of the Ameyoko Market, to the tranquility of a Japanese tea ceremony.

Tokyo National Museum

The largest and oldest museum in Japan, Tokyo National Museum holds one of the world’s best collections of art and archaeological artefacts from Asia. There are over 110,000 items, including 87 National Treasures of Japan, and you can find everything from art along the Silk Road to medieval Japanese art.

Kotokuin Temple

Located in the city of Kamakuru, the Kotokuin Temple is a Japanese Buddhist temple of the Jodo sect. It’s home to the ‘Great Buddha’ or ‘Daibutsu’, a 37-foot bronze statue of Amida Buddha, constructed in 1252. The towering statue is a National Treasure and one of the most iconic sights in Japan.

Sensoji Buddhist Temple

One of the most famous temples in Japan, the Sensoji Buddhist Temple is the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo. It was originally built in 628 but was rebuilt after being destroyed in WWII. Today, you’ll find a beautiful five-storey pagoda, woven with incense and crimson eaves.

Best museums in Japan

A Japan tour package with Trafalgar takes you through the country’s top museums, from one of the world’s best collections of Asian art, to the ornate temples of Tokyo.

Although sushi is now a popular dish around the world, you’ve never really tried it until you’ve eaten the best in Japan. Our Local Specialists will help you navigate the endless varieties of this iconic dish, from raw vegetables to fresh fish wrapped in rice and seaweed.

Hida beef comes from a Japanese breed of black-haired cattle raised in the fresh air and pure water of Gifu Prefecture. Hailed as the best beef in Japan, we’ll take you to the top restaurants to try one of the beautifully tender and marbled Hida beef steaks.

A beloved dish found all over the country, ramen is a delicious Japanese noodle soup. Each region has a different variation and it usually involves a tasty pork or chicken broth, seasoned with plenty of rich flavors like miso, soy sauce and spring onions.

Best food in Japan

A Japan group tour with Trafalgar will have you indulging in the country’s fantastic cuisine, from fresh sushi to piping hot ramen.

What to pack for Japan

Adaptor plug

In Japan, the standard voltage is 100 V and the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard frequency is 50 / 60 Hz.

Comfortable sandals

Japanese culture requires you to take off your shoes when entering traditional restaurants, temples and ryokans. Bring a comfortable pair of sandals so you can easily slip them off all day.

Japanese phrasebook

Learning a few Japanese phrases will help you connect with the friendly Japanese locals, and offers the chance for some rewarding interactions.

Most shops and restaurants in Japan primarily accept cash, so it’s best to come prepared with some Japanese yen for your trip.

Versatile clothing

Japan’s weather ranges hot and humid to freezing cold, with mild springs in between. Pack versatile layers to be prepared for all conditions on your Japan holiday.

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Welcome to Japan! This is a land of intriguing contradictions. Japan is an archipelago made up of more than 6,800 islands with three quarters of the land being either forest or mountains, leaving little for residential, industrial, or farming areas. Yet it is densely populated for its size. Its leaders have ranged from the samurai to the shogun to the emperor. Its highest point – Mt. Fuji – is beautiful and sacred, as are its many temples and shrines. Its capital city – Tokyo – is a bustling metropolis containing anything one might desire, from food to entertainment to art and culture. Kyoto is filled with serene religious buildings and glorious gardens. A Japan trip awaits with open arms!

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Until the 19th century, Tokyo was known as Edo. It started out as a fishing village but grew to become the seat of a feudal government in the early 17th century. Emperor Meiji moved the capital from Kyoto to Edo in 1868 and renamed it Tokyo, or “Eastern Capital.” By then it had become one of the world’s most populous cities. After World War II it was completely rebuilt. Today, Tokyo is more than just a large city – it is a metropolis with 23 wards. Learn all about the city’s fascinating history and culture through artwork and antiques in Tokyo’s National Museum. Travelers dive even deeper into Tokyo’s ancient roots with a visit to the Zojoji Temple, the center of Japanese Buddhism. From the Ginza district to the Sumida River there’s something for everyone in Tokyo.

Kyoto was home to the emperor from 794 to 1868. It was Japan’s political and cultural center for 1,100 years, until the capital was moved to Tokyo. Kyoto was largely spared from damaging air raids of World War II and numerous temples, shrines, castles, and palaces are still standing today. Among them is the Golden Pavilion, a Zen temple whose top two stories are completely covered in gold leaf. Once the lavish retirement home of a shogun (military dictator), it was converted to a Zen temple in the 1400s. It has survived wars, been rebuilt after fires, and still stands as an impressive piece of historic architecture. Nijo Castle, another impressive monument, was built in 1603 as the residence of Tokugawa leyasu – the first shogun of the Edo Period. Kyoto is also well-known for Gion – its most famous Geisha district where you may be lucky enough to see a woman dressed in full, traditional geisha regalia.

Hiroshima will forever be remembered for the devastating event of August 6, 1945: the dropping of the first atomic bomb. Nearly everything within a mile of where the bomb fell was destroyed, and some 80,000 people perished. There were predictions that the city would no longer be habitable. Today, Hiroshima has been rebuilt and a large park was constructed, containing several memorials to the victims. The Peace Memorial Museum focuses on the dropping of the bomb and its aftermath; the Atomic Bomb Dome was one of the few buildings to remain standing afterward; and the Memorial Cenotaph is an arched tomb for those who died. Also worth a visit is Hiroshima Castle. Originally built in 1589, it was five stories tall and was surrounded by a moat. It was destroyed in 1945, rebuilt in 1958, and is now a museum featuring Samurai culture.

Takayama means “tall mountain,” and is a city in the mountainous Hida region. During the feudal ages, it became known for its high-quality timber and skilled carpenters. Yet it was kept fairly isolated due to the surrounding mountains. Today it is known for its well-preserved old town. The Hida-Kokubunji Temple is the oldest structure, originally built in 746. It features a huge ginko tree, said to be 1,200 years old, and a three-storied pagoda. The Hida no Sato Folk Village, with its traditional wooden farm houses, is an open-air museum. There are also two morning markets, or Asaichi, held on a daily basis, as well as sake breweries. It is the perfect place for a walk.

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Japanese Cuisine:

No trip to Japan would be complete without experiencing its flavorful dishes. A bowl of gohan, or cooked rice, is a central part of Japanese meals. From there we go to sushi, famous both outside of and inside Japan. Sushi is made from cold boiled rice, moistened by vinegar and typically combined with seafood and vegetables. Sashimi is thinly sliced raw food – most often seafood. (Japan is an island, after all.) The most popular noodles are soba (buckwheat flour), udon (wheat flour), and ramen, a noodle soup dish. Tempura is lightly battered, deep-fried seafood and vegetables. Yakatori refers to grilled chicken skewers you can try at a yakitori-ya. Be sure to enjoy green tea with your meal, as the Japanese do.

The Tokyo Skytree:

The Tokyo Skytree is the perfect way to get a panoramic view of the city and beyond. A television broadcasting tower, this Tokyo landmark is almost 1,200 feet high and is the tallest structure in Japan. A large shopping complex and an aquarium are at its base, but it’s the two observation decks that warrant a visit. Head to the “world’s highest skywalk” for views that will take your breath away!

Temples and Shrines:

Temples and shrines are found all over Japan, with most municipalities having at least one temple. (Kyoto has 1,200.) Temples are Buddhist places of worship, and they store and display sacred objects. They typically consist of a main hall, a lecture hall, a pagoda, gates, bells, and a cemetery. Some were monasteries in the past, and some still are. Shrines are Shinto places of worship. They are the dwellings of the kami, or Shinto gods. Sacred objects are stored in the innermost chamber, and are not to be seen by anyone. People visit shrines to pay respect to the kami, or to pray for good fortune. The approach to the shrine is marked by Torii gates; the komainu, a pair of guardian dogs or lions, is found on each side of the shrine’s entrance.

Hakone has been a hot springs resort for centuries. There are more than a dozen hot springs, with Yumoto being the most famous. There is much natural beauty to be appreciated here. Lake Ashinoko, or Lake Ashi, was formed in a volcanic caldera after an eruption 3,000 years ago; it is the perfect place for a scenic boat ride with views of Mt. Fuji. The Hakone Shrine, on the shores of Lake Ashi, is Hakone’s most famous Shinto shrine. Three striking Torii gates mark the approach to the shrine. Odawaro Castle is the closest castle to Tokyo, some 60 miles away. Originally built in the 15th century, it has been rebuilt twice since then. Hakone remains a popular destination for the Japanese and tourists alike.

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If cherry blossoms as far as the eye can see spark your wanderlust, then spring is the ideal time to go on Japan guided tours. Cherry blossom season varies by location, but for Tokyo and Kyoto, the blooms pop up in late March or early April. Cherry trees peak just one week after the blossoms begin to open, so set off on our Cherry Blossoms in Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto tour in March to see the best of the best. Just keep in mind that you may need to contend with higher crowds of people hoping to admire this beautiful springtime sight on tours to Japan.

April and May are also pleasant times to go on escorted tours of Japan. June and July mark the height of Japan's rainy season, but are also the time when Japan gets the fewest visitors. So, if you're not a fan of crowds and don't mind a bit of rain and humidity, the summer season can be an enjoyable time to see the country. It's also around this time that the country's music festivals and beer gardens start to open.

Japan trips departing September through November also have so much to offer. Although the season can come with a little rain, it brings colorful autumnal leaves that can be considered on par with the famous cherry blossoms. Plus, the fall's mild temperatures are ideal for exploring. Just keep in mind that visiting Japan in the fall also means you'll experience a higher amount of visitors.

Our Japan guided tours bring you from the city to the countryside to give you a true sense of this dynamic island. See soaring skyscrapers and unmatched views of Mount Fuji in Tokyo, and step inside shrines built by powerful emperors in Kyoto. In Osaka , learn about one of Japan's most important traditions: the tea ceremony.

Want to get outside on group trips to Japan? There are endless opportunities to enjoy nature. In Nara Park, you'll stroll alongside thousands of sacred deer. Or, admire stunning works of art at the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Hakone, which boats 17 acres of sculptures. If the ocean calls, add the Okinawa extension on our ** Grand Tour of Japan **to relax on white-sand beaches. Beyond these beautiful sites are the Japanese Alps, the Bamboo Grove of Arashiyama, and more.

Out of all our Asia tours , Japan group tour packages are sure to introduce you to some of the continent's most delicious cuisine. Common Japanese meals are based around rice or noodles with fish, meat, and vegetables flavored with soy sauce and miso. Here are some of the can't-miss specialties to seek out on all Japan trips:

• Sushi, a go-to meal of seasoned rice and raw fish that's popular for locals and visitors alike
• Ramen, a broth-and-noodle dish that was invented in Japan and can be tasted at countless ramen shops throughout the country
• Miso soup, an important part of any Japanese meal that's made with miso paste and dashi broth
• Deep-fried seafood or vegetables called tempura
• Shabu-shabu , or hot pot, which entails cooking meat and vegetables in a boiling broth right at the table
• Mochi , a sweet rice dough
• Sake , Japan's signature alcoholic drink that's been brewed in the country for centuries
• Matcha , a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves
• A popular street food called takoyaki , which are fried balls of dough with a small piece of octopus inside

Knowing what to pack is an important step in planning a trip to Japan. Since the temperature can shift depending on where you are, it's always a good idea to pack layers. More modest clothing that covers shoulders and legs is appreciated and often expected in temples and other religious sites. Plus, a small umbrella can come in handy in the event of an unexpected rain shower.

Good news: There's no need to stress about outlets if you're thinking about Japan tour packages! Two-pronged Type A plugs that are used in the U.S. and Canada fit into Japanese outlets. However, packing a universal adapter can be helpful if you have any three-pronged plugs, such as a computer charger.

Comfortable shoes are a must for sightseeing on Japan guided tours, and shoes that are easy to slip on and off come in handy when visiting temples and other sites when you're required to be barefoot.

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What type of tour is right for you?

Whether it’s a first-time journey of discovery, or a return trip to deepen your knowledge of Japan, Japan Experience is the best place to find the ideal tour for you! Explore the country accompanied by one of our expert tour guides in a small group, or with a self-guided tour left to you with input from us! Go beyond just the major cities; there are incredible sights all over the country to tour in places like Nara, Okayama, Nikko, Hiroshima, Kobe, or even deeper in the countryside. Japan Experience offers a whole range of tours to discover the very best of Japan. Find out which one is best for you!

Follow one of our pre-built itineraries at your own pace: you are your own guide! Benefit from our best travel tips and see the best sights, your way.

Advantages of a self-guided tour:

• More freedom.
• Ideal for first-timers who are unsure about planning an itinerary.
• Ideal for return travelers who are looking for new sights to see.
• Possibility to book guides for visits.

Build your very own itinerary with our team of Japan travel experts, and travel at your pace without a guide in a self-guided tour or with the best guide for your route in a customized group-guided tour!

Advantages of a tailor-made tour:

• 100% unique and personalized trip.
• Can be group-guided or self-guided.
• The most unique accommodation options and choice of activities.

In small groups of 8 to 15, follow one of our pre-built itineraries with a passionate guide who'll accompany you in your journey, and give you the best insider tips.

• 100% organized trip.
• Lead by a knowledgeable guide who knows Japan from A to Z.
• A chance to experience hidden Japan spots with your guide.
• Unique accommodation options and activities.

Explore the best of Japan with our tours!

With more than 40 years of helping travelers to Japan, we offer a variety of tours that are sure to be ideal for your visit: tailor-made trips, small group tours and independent travel packages. Our team of Japan travel experts are on hand to help make your dream trip a reality. 

Leave organizing your dream trip to our experts, so you can relax and enjoy your journey! Booking a tour allows you to travel with 4 key advantages:

Expert advice

Our knowledgeable team of travel advisors will be able to help you craft your perfect itinerary or offer one of our pre-built itineraries, based on thousands of travelers' feedback and the hundreds of trips taken by our team.

Reliable assistance

Should anything go wrong during your trip, our team is also here for you. Our booking team and our advisor team being one and the same, based in Tokyo, with no external intermediaries, we'll be able to help you more efficiently 7/7, even through WhatsApp. 

Time saving

Planning a trip to Japan is no easy feat for travelers. Thanks to our optimized itineraries and the answers we'll be able to give to your questions, you will get to see more of Japan, and lose less time worrying about organizing your perfect trip. 

Unique experiences

Thanks to our on-site team, we have a unique network of activities, accommodations, restaurants and memorable sights to see in our itineraries. And it's constantly growing, with our team always on the hunt for the newly opened or trendiest places to offer you!

Why book a tour with Japan Experience? 

Here at Japan Experience, our tours are imagined, built, crafted and carried out by the same team. A team that's been driven by the same passion: turning your dream trip to Japan into a reality. This makes us your perfect partner for your trip to Japan, for 3 reasons: 

• We offer the best advice.  We focus 100% on Japan travel, we know the country inside and out, and our team is made exclusively of passionate individuals having either lived or traveled extensively in Japan. Activities, accommodation... Unique spots and things to do, to craft a trip that'll be special for you ! Of course, our team has their share of secret travel recommendations they'll eagerly offer you. We also have over 5000 articles of Japan travel advice.
• We offer the best prices.  Thanks to being specialized in Japan travel, we have built a unique network of local partners who trust our local team in Japan, as well as our international team making multiple trips a year to negotiate the best deals for you. This means we have a direct relationship with local partners, which means cheaper travels for you: no intermediaries taking a cut. 
• We guarantee a safe trip.  Indeed, our sales team, our booking team and our assistance team are all in-house and work together to build your trip. Over 40 years of experience, multiple offices across the world, thousands of travelers trusting us every year, countless partnerships with media & influencers... Japan Experience is a leader in the Japan travel field. Oh, and we're also the 1st worldwide seller of the Japan Rail Pass.

Self-guided Tours

Discover Japan on your own , thanks to our varied catalog of self-guided tours, specially designed for independent travelers. Whether you want to tour the Japanese archipelago with family, friends, or solo, Japan Experience offers tours that include accommodation, domestic flights, transportation, 24-hour assistance and optional activities for a unique and memorable trip.

With Japan Experience, you'll receive a personal itinerary, adapted to best fit into your personalized travel plan. While we offer many suggestions to enrich your stay, the choice of sites to visit and activities to enjoy along the way remains entirely in your hands , giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace!

Highlights of Japan Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Duration : 15 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Takayama, Tokyo

Between Manga and Tradition Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Okayama, Miyajima, Osaka

Japan Family Tour Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Duration : 14 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Tokyo

Tokyo, Mount Fuji & Kyoto Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Duration : 10 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto

Japanese Immersion Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Hiroshima, Osaka, Koyasan, Kyoto

Tokyo to Okinawa beaches Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Duration : 18 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Okinawa

Japan itinerary North to South Self-Guided Tours in Japan

• Duration : 21 days
• Locations : Sapporo, Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Takayama, Kyoto, Okayama, Miyajima, Fukuoka, Ishigaki

Group Tours

Immerse yourself in an authentic trip to Japan, ready for discovery! Our tours are accompanied by an expert who will give you access to Japan that is often unseen by the uninitiated. Let our English-speaking local experts guide you through your trip as you discover the best-kept secrets and hidden treasures of the Japanese archipelago.

Opt for a trip organized from A to Z with 8 to 12 people for an immersive and friendly excursion. This plan is ideal for those seeking a unique visit without the worries of trip organization and logistics.

With Japan Experience, tour a variety of destinations, from must-visit sites to off-the-beaten-track places, as well as exclusive cultural and gastronomic experiences. Our wide range of escorted tours with private English-speaking guides suits all budgets, and offers you the best value for money for an in-depth discovery of Japan.

Don't miss this opportunity for an unforgettable stay thanks to our escorted tours in Japan, and reserve your trip now!

Discover Japan Group Tours in Japan

• Duration : 13 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima

The Tokaido Road Group Tours in Japan

• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Koyasan, Osaka

Urban and Rural Japan Group Tours in Japan

• Locations : Tokyo, Hakone Mt Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Koyasan, Osaka, Kobe, Takachiho, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Hiroshima, Miyajima

Autumn Leaves Photography Group Tours in Japan

• Duration : 12 days
• Locations : Tokyo, Mt Fuji (Kawaguchiko), Osaka, Himeji, Kyoto, Nara

Ikebana Retreat Group Tours in Japan

• Duration : 6 days
• Locations : Tokyo

Tailor-Made Tours

Call in an expert and start planning your tailor-made trip! We understand that each person is unique, which is why our dedicated team is at your disposal to find a  personalized itinerary that meets your expectations and desires.

With over  40 years of organizing trips to Japan and a team of experts who have all lived or traveled extensively in the country, we work closely with you to design the trip of your dreams.  Whether you want to discover the must-sees of Japan or venture off the beaten track, our specialists will guide and advise you to create a unique and unforgettable excursion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What departure times are available for Japan tours?

Japan Experience does not provide air tickets for tours. Departures are therefore flexible, and you can leave from wherever you prefer: Paris, Brussels or elsewhere. On a self-guided tour, you can choose the departure date that suits you best to discover the wonders of Japan. In the case of a small group tour, departure dates are fixed, so those interested are asked to arrange their own flights to arrive on the tour departure date.

How many nights are included in a Japan tour?

Our Japan tours vary in length, generally comprising between 7 and 21 nights.

What are Japan's must-see destinations?

Each tour combines must-see stops with lesser-known destinations to offer a unique discovery experience. Highlights include cosmopolitan cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, historic sites such as Hiroshima, and timelessly elegant regions and cities such as Kyoto and Nara.

Here's a description of some key cities:

• Tokyo is the contemporary city par excellence, with its impressive skyscrapers and frenetic pace. This Japanese metropolis offers a unique urban experience, harmoniously blending ancestral traditions with futuristic innovations.
• Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is a timeless destination that charms visitors with its rich cultural and historical heritage. Its majestic temples, Zen gardens and traditional districts bear witness to the beauty and elegance of the imperial era.
• Osaka is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city, renowned for its delicious cuisine. Nights here are particularly lively. Its historic castle and ultramodern aquarium are must-see attractions for visitors.
• Okinawa, a tropical archipelago in southern Japan, offers heavenly beaches and a unique culture influenced by its proximity to China and the Philippines. Lovers of scuba diving and snorkeling will find exceptional seabeds here.
• Nara, Japan's first permanent capital, is famous for its deer park and thousand-year-old temples, including Tōdai-ji, home to a gigantic bronze Buddha. The city offers a journey back in time to Nara, the cradle of Japanese culture.
• Hiroshima, a symbol of peace and resilience, is a moving destination where the Peace Memorial recalls the horrors of the atomic bomb. Nearby, the island of Miyajima enchants visitors with its Itsukushima Shrine and its famous torii floating on the waters of the Seto Inland Sea.

How do you immerse yourself in Japanese culture on a Japan tour?

Our Japan tours are designed to offer total immersion in Japanese culture. Travelers will discover the traditional architecture, Zen gardens, temples and shrines that dot the Land of the Rising Sun. They'll also have the chance to sample must-try Japanese culinary specialties during typical lunches, and explore the creative art scene of this multi-faceted country.

Are there routes to the mountains? To the beach? Visit islands?

Yes, some of our tours include visits to iconic mountains such as Mount Fuji, Mount Koya and the Japanese Alps. You can also explore the country's islands, such as Miyajima Island, famous for its floating torii, or Shikoku Island, rich in temples and breathtaking natural landscapes. The island of Naoshima, meanwhile, is home to the famous pumpkin of the creative Yayoi Kusama, an iconic contemporary Japanese artist.

How do I book a tour?

It's very simple and easy, just book directly online through our website: (1) Choose the tour of your choice, your departure date and indicate the number of participants. Several options are available to you. (2) Pay a deposit of 35% of the total amount* online and confirm your reservation. (3) You will then receive an e-mail confirming the conditions of your registration. (4) Book your flight ticket, either with Japan Experience or by yourself (taking into account the necessary schedules for your tour) (5) One month before departure, settle the balance of your booking. For more information on the tours or to make a reservation, please contact our advisors on +33 (0)1 42 61 60 83 or at [email protected] , or come and visit us at our agency in Paris. * travel insurance and options included

When to go to Japan?

There are 4 seasons in Japan.

Spring , from the end of February to the end of May, is a mild season suitable for all kinds of activities. It is of course the period when sakura (cherry trees) bloom, the perfect occasion to admire them (hanami). Their blooming period is between March 20 and April 10 for Tokyo and Kyoto areas, while it is possible to admire them earlier in the south of the country and later in the north. The cherry blossom period is very popular and generates a lot of crowds. However, there are other beautiful flowers that bloom during this season: plum blossoms, with their sparkling pink at the end of February; fabulous azaleas in April-May; hydrangeas of all colors or irises during June.

Summer , from June to August, is generally synonymous with heat with a rainy season in the last two weeks of June during which you can expect rain several days a week. During this very hot and humid season, it is possible to enjoy fireworks (hanabi) in July and August, as well as matsuri , traditional Japanese festivals. Among the most famous are the Gion matsuri, which is held in Kyoto in mid-July or the Obon Matsuri in mid-August.

Then comes the high wind season (taifu) , which reaches its peak between August and September, but it is not necessary to avoid going during this period. Indeed, there is little chance that they will involve changing your travel plans, few of them even reaching the main island. 

Autumn , from September to November, is the season when temperatures are generally the most pleasant, quite similar to the continental European climate. It is also the season when the country is decorated with red tones and when one can admire the momiji (literally red leaves) which are usually visible in Tokyo, Kyoto and their region during the last two weeks of November.

Finally, winter, from December to February, is the coldest season but also the opportunity to admire the striking beauty of winter landscapes . December is a period of calm before the holiday season, while January is marked by a drop in temperature and the presence of a number of festivals. In central Japan, temperatures usually range from -4 to 10°C. In the mountains and the north of the country, temperatures drop significantly, while in Kyushu and Okinawa, winter tends to be milder.

The most touristic periods are :  - in February, the 10 days around the Chinese New Year, which marks a strong influx of tourists from all over Asia; - between the end of March and the beginning of April, the cherry blossom period; - between the end of April and the beginning of May, during the "Golden Week", a period with many public holidays and during which many Japanese go on vacation; - mid-August, during the Obon Matsuri; - at the end of November, the best period to observe the momiji; - early January, for the New Year, when many businesses and activities are closed.   So, if you want to go during a less crowded period, Japan Experience recommends you to go : - in February, outside the Chinese New Year period, for the cool but nevertheless pleasant weather and the splendid blooming of plum trees, before the cherry trees; - between mid-May and early June, to take advantage of the mild weather, lower traffic and the blooming of hydrangeas, azaleas and irises; - from September to early December, to take advantage of good temperatures, a reasonable level of tourism and the momiji period in late November.

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Luxury Japan Spring 2023

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Our Luxury Japan Tour Spring 2023 includes the best of everything Japan has to offer. The tour is designed for newcomers to Japan who want first class hotels and services. It follows a leisurely pace without one night stays. We also keep the groups small – up to a maximum of 16 people. This allows you to have some very personal experiences and see life in Japan first hand. You will have your own tour escort throughout as well as the very best local guides each day. The tour is timed to include the stunning cherry blossoms as well as the beautiful Spring Geisha Dances .

We planned our Luxury Japan Tour Spring 2023 to be comfortable but also include a variety of experiences for those who like a bit of adventure. You will make use of various forms of Japan’s superb public transport . This includes First Class travel on the bullet trains but we also sometimes use coaches or taxis for your convenience. Your luggage is sent by courier between each location so you can travel light. The tour finishes with a spectacular ‘farewell dinner’ where geisha will entertain you in a private performance. This gives you the chance to find out about the real life of a geisha and take those magical photos.

About two months before departure we will advise you of the confirmed tour details, including accommodation. We also offer you the chance to see traditional entertainment such as kabuki .

Talk to us about joining this or another of our Luxury Japan Tours or feel free to get in touch with any questions you have about this or any of our tours.

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Luxury Japan Spring 2023 Tour Price and Booking Details

Please note that tour dates and prices will be confirmed approximately 10 months before departure.

Price per person: £6,895 or $9,300 USD (flights are not included) Single supplement £2,295 or $3,100 USD.

*A single supplement is necessary for all single bookings

*Prices are valid for exchange rates exceeding £1 = 125 yen

Flight prices start from around £600 in economy, £1000 in premium economy, £2000 in business depending on airline and departure airport. Flight classes can often be mixed and then the airfare is approximately the average of the two fares.

Minimum number of people: 10 Maximum number of people: 16

The tour is guaranteed as soon as we receive 10 guaranteed bookings. In the unlikely event there are less than 10 confirmed bookings 60 days before departure the tour may be cancelled or offered to you with modified conditions.

Please note that there is a small chance that the price will change due to taxes or the pound – yen exchange rate (see above & booking conditions). However all prices are guaranteed from 60 days before departure.

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Bookings are confirmed by sending a signed and completed booking form which includes all participants and making the deposit payment of £1500 / $2000 per person by cheque or bank transfer.

Once we have received the booking form and the deposit payment has been cleared we will send you booking confirmation with tour details within 2 working days.

We can accept a provisional booking which hold a place on the tour. To keep a provisional booking we must receive a completed booking form within 7 days. This will be held until you confirm or cancel. If we contact you before that, you will be given at least 7 days to decide. If you wish to confirm we must receive your deposit as cleared funds within 14 days.

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• Airport meeting and assistance on arrival
• Hotel transfer to and from arrival and departure airports
• Escorted service from first evening in Tokyo throughout tour available 24hrs/day up to and including final hotel departure
• Emergency assistance from our Japan Office throughout tour
• Local Japanese guides in addition to group escort above
• All accommodation (total 13 nights in Japan and 1 night on overnight flight)
• All meals as shown on itinerary (total excl. meals on flights; 13 breakfast, 3 lunch, 7 dinner)
• All train travel in first class including the bullet train (where available)
• All other transport except during free time as shown on itinerary
• All entry fees and any other necessary fees and tips except during free time
• Luggage courier service whenever changing tour location

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The Hotlist: Best of Japan in 2023

Let's face it - it's been a tough couple of years for Japan and for all of us who love it. Two whole years without international travel into the country has left many of us out of the loop, despite there being an overwhelming amount of amazing new openings and experiences. But do not be afraid! We're here to sift through the news and pick out the best parts of Tokyo, the best cities in Japan, the best hotels to retreat to and the best ways to experience Japan in the UK , when it comes to 2023.

Shimokitazawa

Shimokitazawa, or 'Shimokita' to its friends, has long been a youth culture hub due its restaurant and bar scene, vintage shops and proximity to Shibuya, but, during the pandemic, an ongoing redevelopment along the former railway line stretching across its three stations (the ‘Senrogai’), made the area much easier to use as a fun and laidback base for international visitors. The Yuen Bettei Daita  is a rare example of a high end ryokan within Tokyo's central distrcits, while the very hip illi Shimokitazawa and Mustard Hotel have, respectively, introduced  studio apartment rentals and by-the-hour room rates for a generation of digital nomads. New boutiques, cinemas, bookshops and food facilities like Bonus Track, Reload, tefu Lounge and Mikan Shimokita are simply the icing on an already very delicious cake.

The nickname given to ‘Deep Shibuya’ , this secluded strip running south from Yoyogi has seen an explosion in late night café culture , unique eateries and flower shops over the past couple of years. For delicious tamago-sando sweet egg sandwiches crafted by a former sushi chef, Camelback Café should be your first pitstop, before you swing by Meals Are Delightful for ingredients and crockery (!) optimised to the current season , and then end your evening in Fuglen Tokyo, a cafe-beerhouse-cocktail bar open until 2am on the weekends. Better yet, 2023 will see the opening of the new Trunk Hotel Yoyogi Park , complete with a rooftop infinity pool overlooking Yoyogi Park itself, located just a hop, skip and a jump away from the newly re-greened and renovated rooftop hangouts of Shibuya's Miyashita Park and the Shibuya Square viewing platform.

Azabudai Hills

Azabudai may not be a name most international travellers have heard, but to a Tokyoite, it says one thing - fancy! The Azabudai Hills is a  futuristic lifestyle complex  by UK design giants Heatherwick opening in 2023 among the well-heeled streets of south-west central Tokyo. Putting green spaces very much in the foreground with an ambitious 'pergola' design , it will feature a new temple, Japan’s tallest high-rise building, a sleek shopping arcade designed by acclaimed architect Sou Fujimoto, the new permanent location for teamLab Borderless  in Tokyo, and a new high-end Aman overnight property in autumn, Janu Tokyo, with private balconies looking out onto Tokyo Tower, one of the largest wellness facilities in the city and restorative experiences that nurture meaningful connection. Situated on the luxury end of the scale, this new addition to the Tokyo skyline will, nonetheless, be open for all to peruse on a stroll, undoubtedly making for a very rewarding spot of urban exploration .

Kicking off our list of cities to watch in 2023 is the urban jewel in Hokkaido's wild and untamed crown, Sapporo. Japan's fifth largest city is already a hotspot for ramen, nightlife and revelry (just ask the Sapporo Beer Museum and the whiskey haven Bar Yamazaki) but the post-pandemic return of the much-loved Sapporo Snow Festival in 2023 after a three year hiatus, should be reason enough to visit. Still, the 2022 opening of a new OMO3 property for adventurous travellers and a new 2023 entertainment complex with Tokyu Hotels at the helm, is looking to not just add a heftier dose of neon to the city's the buzzy Susukino district but to put the warren of late-night watering holes and crafty artisanal hideouts of Tanukikoji arcade firmly on the map.  Space 1-15 , in particular, shines as an old apartment block taken over by a flock of artisans and craftspeople, each setting up shop in a series of renovated one-bedroom flats. Throw in the 2023 Adventure Travel World Summit, and an announcement on Sapporo's bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and you would be a fool to overlook this northern star on the rise.

2023 will be a huge year for art in Japan and nowhere is this more true than in the bayside city of Yokohama. This Tokyo-by-the-sea will welcome the return of the innovative Yokohama Triennale art festival , perfectly timed with the reopening of the Yokohama Museum of Art, after an impressive renovation. Whilst the festival and reopening have now been postponed to March 2024, you can still stroll 25 minutes along the river from here and find the community-led revitalisation project around Koganecho , a district where new artist programmes, galleries, art classes, book bazaars and street art installations have been decorating the dramatic railway arches of a forgotten Yokohama . 2023 will also see the opening of Yokohama’s first high-end Hilton property, following on from the gorgeous InterContinental Yokohama Pier 8 and its unhindered views of Minato Mirai shimmering on the water. Alternatively, you can jump aboard the recently opened Yokohama Air Cabin cablecar, particularly if you're after a vantage point on the annual Pikachu parade. Indeed, Pokémon and e-sports fans will be excited to hear that the next Pokémon World Championships will at long last take place in Yokohama in 2023 , marking the first time the event will be hosted in the franchise's homeland of Japan. 

Now that we've established that Japan's 'most boring city' is officially not boring , it's about time we got to know Nagoya, not least because it will be the major transit point as the Studio Ghibli Park opens its final two sections (the Mononoke Village and Valley of the Witches) in 2023. Tickets aren't looking easy to get a hold of, and you may have to make repeat visits on different days to see all the areas, so it's great news that Nagoya has some top-tier hotels . Based on the concept of 'biophilia', TIAD or 'Tomorrow Is Another Day' is a new 2023 hotel where the green spaces of the ground floors blend with the nature of Hisaya Odori Park and the upper floors rise like mountains with commanding views of the glitzy Nagoya skyline. Meanwhile, The Tower Hotel Nagoya, suspended in the upper reaches of the city's iconic TV tower , brings a counter-cultural edge with art deco stylings and the large girders of the structure itself running through each room as centrepieces. Located in the buzzy backstreets of the Sakae and Shin-Sakae nightlife districts, both are an easy walk from the food stalls of the new Kanayama Komachi building or the Jump Comic (think Naruto and One Piece) stores of the space-age Oasis 21 building. 

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©Not A Hotel Ishigaki

As if building a lawn into the roof of the highly innovative Shiroiya Hotel in 2022 wasn't enough, acclaimed designer Sou Fujimoto decided it was time to turn his gaze to Okinawa's tropical island of Ishigaki. Opening in 2023, this sci-fi luxury sea-view retreat is the next in the Not A Hotel apartment hotel series after Fukuoka, Aoshima and Nasu, and has the unique property of being raised as if from the ground, with meadows for a rooftop and windows for walls . The exclusive and one-of-a-kind circular property will foreground light and greenery, with an infinity pool blurring the lines between your veranda and the azure waters of Okinawa's most desirable vacation spot.

The Mana Village

The Mana Village ©ARTH

A collection of villa properties opening in stages on the wild and remote shores of Kochi prefecture , this recently renovated accommodation and restaurant sit on the waters of Shikoku's southernmost coastline. Excitingly, 2023 will bring the opening of a farm area for authentic experiences of the region's farm-to-table culture , with a private villa area due to open in 2024. However, in the meantime, you'll just have to make do with a marine leisure activity hub, a warren of hiking trails, a local market that visits the hotel on a regular basis , a full suite of stylish new bedrooms, and an exclusive seafood restaurant deck that stretches gloriously into the ocean , flanked by infinity pools on all sides.

©Marufukuro

Located in the former HQ of pop culture behemoth Nintendo , this Kyoto hotel is a stylishly renovated property opened in 2022, featuring a full complement of exclusive rooms and spaces. Set amongst the history of one of Japan's most iconic household names, it's a richly storied building located a short walk from the Kamo river and within easy reach of the Kyoto International Manga Museum by train. The furnishings themselves evoke a strong mix of East and West, reminiscent of Japan's Taisho era , with a special whiskey bar and an almost cathedral-like  library showcasing the works of Nintendo pre-Super Mario, though the ages and up until the modern day.

Zenbo Seinei

Zenbo Seinei ©Pasona Group

A new meditation experience centre hanging in the canopies of Hyogo prefecture, this wooden wellness retreat designed by award-winning architect Shigeru Ban is a simple overnight stay out from neighbouring Kyoto and Osaka. The facility takes the shape of a long wooden sky deck comprised of various levels and offers the total package when it comes to the zen experience . Whatever your preference, Zenbo Seinei is unlikely to disappoint in its comprehensive menu of experiences, including:  a spectacular open-air meditation deck , a roster of both Japanese and international meditation specialists, wood-furnished rooms with tatami made for overnight 'shukubo' stays , study rooms for contemplation and 'shakyo' mindful calligraphy sessions and, of course, a restaurant serving fresh seasonal cuisine alongside locally sourced fermented foods.

From the modern all the way to the traditional, the 2022 opening of the Rakudo-An in Toyama prefecture brings us back to a slice of Japan's unique history and traditions. Set in the stunning 'satoyama' agricultural landscapes of the Sea of Japan coast, this 120 year old farmhouse has been renovated into the art hotel that stands before you today. It features furniture and art provided by legends in the diverse world of Japanese artisanal crafts as well as some of the biggest names in international architecture and design , like Pierre Jeanneret (Swiss architect and cousin of Le Corbusier) and Hans J. Wegner. With a roster of experiences on offer - including tea ceremony, guided walks and aromatherapy craft sessions - as well as a programme that gives back to the local farming community , it's an absolute must for the culturally-curious responsible traveller. 

  IN THE UK

Though borders are now fully open for all to visit Japan in a visa-free way, you might still be holding out for further into next year. If that is the case, don't think you won't remain well fed, as the ways to experience and learn about Japan from the UK are only growing .

Over at Japan House, for example, an exhibition running until end of January 2023 (opening 29th Sep) will put the focus on the incredible woodwork and artisinal crafts of the forested mountainous region of Hida , Takayama, famous for its lumber and carpentry industries. From March onwards, the exhibition will transition towards a focus on the beautiful and intricate tradition of 'kumihimo' Japanese braiding , with spectacular examples on display around the building. Go west from London, and you'll be able to take a step back in time to pre-historic Japan and compare how the Jomon people were in relation to the UK's prehistoric peoples at Stonehenge's 'Circles of Stone' exhibition (ending August 2023) . Alternatively, go north and enjoy a sumptuous selection of finely crafted items at The National Museum of Scotland's exhibition on contemporary Japanese design , running until 5th March 2023.

©Hajime Isayama, Kodansha

Elsewhere, the pop culture fans out there have real reason to rejoice! London-based inclusive community group Anime & Chill UK are celebrating their 3rd birthday on 19th March at Boxpark Shoreditch, in amongst their usual menu of Japan-themed anime and gaming events, while the star-studded Super Mario Bros Movie will be opening in cinemas in April 2023. And all that in a year that promises more news on a Hollywood adaptation of popular video game Ghost of Tsushima , and long-awaited fan-requested arrival of Ubisoft's Assassins Creed into medieval Japan coming in the not too distant future.

For more information on what you missed out on in 2022, check out our list of 2022 openings here .

Otherwise, you can always have a peruse through the ways in which the Japan experience has changed post-pandemic by taking a peek at our article here .

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[*] © ️ Nick Cave, Installation view of Yokohama Triennale 2020, Photo: OTSUKA Keita, Photo courtesy of Organizing Committee for Yokohama Triennale

[**] Installation view of Yokohama Triennale 2020, Photo: OTSUKA Keita, Photo courtesy of Organizing Committee for Yokohama Triennale

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TOKYO, KYOTO, MT. FUJI, HAKONE, TAKAYAMA, AND KANAZAWA

Experience true beauty in the “Land of the Rising Sun” on this guided Japan tour. All around Tokyo you’ll explore ancient architecture and amazing cultural sights. Discover Japan’s scenic countryside as you travel through Hakone and stop to admire the splendors of Mt. Fuji. In Takayama, enjoy this small town’s quaint history, colorful markets, and stunning views of the Japanese Alps. Take a picturesque drive to visit the historic villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, then head to Kanazawa where you’ll delight in even more traditional charms. On your last days of this trip, take a beautiful and exciting journey through Kyoto—admire serene temples, wander through Japanese gardens, and take in all this extraordinary culture has to offer. 4/5 stars on Tripadvisor!

Extend Your Trip! Enjoy our Discover Japan with Osaka tour which includes 2 nights in Osaka, which is often called Japan’s “kitchen” for all of its delicious foods.

Itinerary at a Glance

Tour Itinerary:

• 4 nights in Tokyo
• 2 nights in Takayama
• 1 night in Kanazawa
• 3 nights in Kyoto

Tour Highlights

• Meiji Shrine (Tokyo)
• Sushi-making class (Tokyo)
• Lake Ashi boat ride with views of Mt. Fuji
• Ancient town in Takayama
• Sake Tasting at the oldest Sake brewery in Japan
• Shirakawago (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Kenrokuen Garden
• Exploring Kyoto
• Tea Making & Tea Tasting Experience
• Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
• Cherry blossoms (seasonal)

Your Tour Includes

• Optional round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) including taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
• Ground transportation in an air-conditioned motorcoach
• Super-Express “bullet” train between Tokyo and Nagoya
• Accommodations at first class hotels
• 15 meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners
• Comprehensive sightseeing tours and entry fees as per itinerary
• Experienced, English-speaking Tour Director and local guides

Is this tour right for you? Find out What to Expect

Passengers who purchase flights will depart 1 day before the tour starts and return on the same day as the tour ends.

Note: Flights may not be available on all departures.

You can find more details on the Before You Depart page.

Day 1: Arrive in Tokyo

Welcome to Japan, the "Land of the Rising Sun" Tokyo is a mix of ancient Japanese culture and modern, dazzling architectural landmarks which we'll be able to explore over the next few days. Travelers who purchased our air-inclusive program will be met and transferred to our centrally located hotel.

Day 2: Tokyo

After breakfast, our Tour Director hosts an orientation and shares some vital information about Tokyo, Japan, and our program. Then, our full-day exploration of Tokyo starts with a visit to Meiji Shrine, dedicated to the deified spirits of the former emperor and his wife and one of the most famous Shinto shrines in Japan. We'll stop at the Imperial Palace Plaza for a photo before we enjoy a sushi-making class with a sushi chef, and eat our sushi for lunch. Our tour continues with a visit to Asakusa Kannon, Tokyo's most spectacular and sacred Buddhist temple. Narrow alleys filled with small shops, restaurants, and tranquil gardens surround the temple. Stroll along Nakamise Street nearby, filled with stores stocking treasure troves of traditional Japanese wares and crafts. This evening, we'll enjoy a welcome dinner at our hotel.

Day 3: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Excursion

Japan's pastoral countryside unfolds as we depart Tokyo today for Mt. Fuji and Hakone. The main attraction here is majestic Mt. Fuji, a dormant volcano that last erupted almost 300 years ago. The mountain's perfectly shaped cone has inspired artists and poets for centuries. Weather permitting, we'll drive up to the fifth station of the snow capped peak for panoramic vistas. Next, we'll embark on a scenic boat ride on tranquil Lake Ashi before we enjoy a gondola ride for a sweeping view of Hakone and Mt. Fuji. We'll return to Tokyo late this afternoon.

Day 4: Tokyo at Leisure

Spend a day at leisure to explore Tokyo from our conveniently located hotel. For a real taste of Japan, get up early and head for the colorful wholesale fish market! Or consider an optional tour to Nikko, a magnificent complex of shrines dedicated to the first shogun and adorned with some of the finest woodcarvings in all of Japan.

Note: Baggage will be transported separately from Tokyo to Takayama. Please arrange a small bag for 1 night in Tokyo.

Day 5: Tokyo – Takayama

This morning we'll take the super-express bullet "Shinkansen" train to Nagoya then transfer to a train to Takayama, a town nestled in the Japanese Alps with traditional-style architecture, ancient culture, and fascinating customs that have been proudly preserved. After settling in, we'll visit the Folkcraft Museum, formerly a private residence and prime example of Meiji Era architecture. We'll see huge floats decorated with intricate carvings, gilded wood, and detailed metalwork. This evening, we'll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6: Takayama

After breakfast, we'll join our guide for a stroll through the fascinating Miyagawa Morning Market in the old town. This 200-year-old market bustles with farmers selling fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and traditional local crafts. We'll enjoy a sake tasting at the oldest sake brewery in Takayama while we learn more about how sake is made. We'll proceed to Takayama Jinya, a complex of 17th-century buildings that once housed Tokugawa Shogunate officials. Today, it is a museum with historical displays from the time of the direct rule to the Meiji Era. The balance of the day is free to explore Takayama's quaint old town, explore the charming Kami-Sannomachi District for shopping, or relax in a soothing traditional hot spring bath!

Day 7: Takayama – Shirakawago – Kanazawa

Today we'll enjoy a scenic drive through the picturesque countryside to the rural region of Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where we'll discover fascinating examples of old steep thatched roof houses. This unique architectural style, harmonized into the magnificent mountain landscape, was developed over 100 years ago to survive the harsh winters. We’ll visit one of these houses and learn more about daily life in this remote area. We'll continue to the village of Gokayama where we can enjoy a demonstration of traditional Japanese papermaking techniques. We'll have an opportunity to make three postcards with Washi paper with the guidance of a local expert. Later this afternoon we'll arrive in the Kanazawa, blending modern living with traditional heritage.

Day 8: Kanazawa – Kyoto

Today we'll see several of Kanazawa's famous sites before continuing to Kyoto. We'll be whisked back in time to the Edo period with a visit to Nagamachi district, a small neighborhood of narrow, cobblestone streets where brave samurai warriors once lived. Here we'll see the Nomura Family house's stone lanterns and bridges in the garden as well as the cypress-wood ceiling in the residence. We'll visit Kenrokuen Garden, one of the finest gardens in Japan, with its waterfalls, ponds and charming tea-houses before have lunch at the historic Omicho Market, a busy and colorful market that has some 200 shops selling seafood, vegetables, fruits, flowers, regional specialties and more.. Then, we'll stroll through the charming Higashi Geisha district followed by a gold leaf experience. Afterward, we'll take a train to splendid Kyoto which embodies Japan's rich culture and complex history.

Day 9: Kyoto

The capital of Japan from 794 to 1868, Kyoto is a world-class gem and true oasis. Our first stop is one of Kyoto's most inspiring sights—the Temple of the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji). Built on pillars magnificently suspended over a lake, the top two floors of this fabled pavilion covered in gold leaf. Next, we'll visit the famous Arashiyama bamboo grove for a stroll along the forested path with relaxing sunlight dappling the ground. Afterward, we'll enjoy a tea making and tea tasting experience where we'll learn more about Japanese tea traditions. Next, we'll visit 17th-century Nijo Castle, which symbolized the power and riches of what was the newly established Edo-based Shogun. This evening, we'll enjoy dinner together at a local restaurant.

Day 10: Kyoto at Leisure

Today we have a free day to explore ancient Kyoto's grace and beauty independently or join an optional tour. We can join an optional excursion to Nara, Japan's first capital and symbol of tranquility, where we can see the world's largest indoor Buddha. Or we might consider an optional excursion to Hiroshima by bullet train where we'll visit the Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Castle.

Day 11: Depart Kyoto

Our tour comes to an end after breakfast today. Travelers who purchased the air-inclusive package will transfer to the airport for our return flight from Osaka, and our amazing trip to Japan ends on arrival in the USA.

Guided Tour Pricing

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Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA.

Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a date above to see the rates for that specific departure.

For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Eastern) at 1.800.337.7773 .

Reservations and Payments Reservations can be made online or by phone ( 1.800.337.7773 ) and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the time of reservation. Deposits are $300 per person. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Space and prices subject to availability. Please see the smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking information.

Featured Accommodations

Keio plaza hotel.

2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo 160-8330 Japan

Hida Plaza Hotel

60 Hanoaka-cho 2-chome Takayama, Gifu, 506-0009, Japan

Ana Crowne Plaza Kanazawa Hotel

16-3 Showa-machi, Kanazawa Ishikawa Prefecture 920-8518, Japan

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto 600-8237, Japan

RIHGA Gran Kyoto Hotel

Japan, 〒601-8003 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, 1番地

Optional Tours

Enhance your trip with these optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.

Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.

Nikko Excursion

• $238 per person

Day 4 Full-Day Tour

Today we'll travel by train to the World Heritage Site of Nikko, a magnificent complex of shrines dedicated to the first shogun. Our first visit in Nikko is Toshogu Shrine located high up in the mountains. This shrine is famous for its complex of colorful structures and superb 17th-century craftsmanship. Next, we'll drive about an hour to visit Lake Chuzenji, which was created by one of Mt. Nantai's eruptions. We'll see the impressive Kegon Falls which formed when the Daiya River was rerouted by lava flow.

Note: This optional tour leaves at 7:00am from the hotel and ends around 8:10pm at the hotel. In the case of unexpected complications with viewing Kegon Falls, our Nikko guide will be ready with alternatives.

AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!

Nara Excursion

• $129 per person

Day 10 Afternoon Tour

On this optional half-day excursion, travel outside Kyoto to Nara, Japan’s first capital and symbol of tranquility. Here, we'll see the Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s largest wooden structures with the bronze Great Buddha, also the Kasuga Taisha Shrine surrounded by 3000 stone and bronze lanterns, and the nearby Deer Park where deer are thought to be the shrine messengers. Later, we'll return to Kyoto.

Note: This optional tour starts at 1:30PM and ends around 6:45PM at the Avanti Sunrise Tour Desk on Kroto St. across from Kyoto Station. The timing of this optional activity conflicts with the Hiroshima optional tour. Travelers may select either this tour or the Hiroshima tour, but cannot book both.

Hiroshima Excursion

• $550 per person

Day 10 Full-Day Tour

We'll travel to Hiroshima by bullet train and begin at the world-famous Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. We'll visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, established in 1955 and dedicated to documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in World War II. Next, we'll stop at the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site then walk by Shima Hospital, Hiroshima's "ground zero." We'll enjoy an Okonomi-yaki making experience for lunch and afterward, visit Hiroshima Castle before returning to Kyoto by bullet train.

Note: This optional tour starts at 8AM at the Miyako Hotel Kyoto and ends around 8:15PM at Kyoto Station. The timing of this optional activity conflicts with the Nara optional tour. Travelers may select either this tour or the Nara tour, but cannot book both.

What to Expect

Max group size: 30 travelers, activity level: level 2.

Expect most included touring to require walking and standing periods up to 4 hours at a time (up to 2 times per day). Included touring may feature light hiking, and/or stairs on some hilly and/or uneven terrain. Learn More

Pacing Level: Moderate

Expect full-day tours most days with some limited free time at specific sites, for meals, and/or in the evenings. You can expect several early mornings and/or long travel days by bus (don’t worry—there are always comfort stops!), and you may expect to stay in most accommodations for 2+ nights (with limited 1-night stays). Learn More

No Additional Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders

A valid passport is required for international tours. Currently, there are no additional entry requirements for U.S. passport holders, but this can change at any time. Before travel, both U.S. and non-U.S. passport holders should visit our Passports & Visas page to reconfirm entry requirements.

Travelers will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, steps, and significant slopes walking through city streets, within temples and through markets.

The World Expo 2025 will be held in Osaka, Kansai, Japan from April 13, 2025 through October 13, 2025.

For more detailed information about this tour and destination, visit our Before You Depart section.

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8 Ways to Choose the Perfect Tour Company

Last Updated: November 3, 2023

That idea of tours being bad is an old and outdated perception.

These days tour groups have become more adept at the changing landscape. They feature smaller groups, more authentic experiences, a better environmental impact, and more local guides.

I love group tours.

Even though I am an independent traveler, I find group tours super fun, a great way to meet people, learn more from an informed guide, go to places you normally can’t, and wet your feet in travel. My first trip overseas was on an organized tour. I didn’t know the first thing about travel and that tour gave me the confidence to travel on my own. It was the taste test I needed to become hooked on travel. Tours give a lot of people time to adjust to the “travel lifestyle.”

Unlike in the past, today’s tours are eco-friendly, cater to all travel styles, over cheap, and make a point to use local transportation and guides. And many destinations (like Halong Bay, the Galápagos Islands, the Serengeti, Machu Picchu, Antarctica, Everest) are virtually inaccessible without an organized group tour!

In this article, I am going to tell you how to find the best tour company so you get one that is inexpensive, eco-friendly, provides local guides, and gives back to the local community:

1. Research the costs

With tour companies, it’s not always true that you get what you pay for. Many tour companies nickel-and-dime you, while some are really good at maximizing value for your every penny. Ask how your money is spent to find out if you are really getting the best value for your money. How much of your fee is their overhead? Are you paying for top-notch hotels but staying in two-star guesthouses? You want a company that is transparent with why prices are the way they are.

Moreover, make sure you ask if there are added fees to pay when arrive. Many companies require you to pay additional money when the tour starts or don’t include park or attraction entrance fees. That cheap tour won’t be so cheap if you have to pay for everything while you’re there!

2. Make sure you are the audience 

Is the tour geared toward older couples? Young people? Families? You don’t want to end up on a loud Contiki tour full of drunk twenty-year-olds when all you want is a quiet holiday.

There’s a tour company for everyone — just make sure you don’t end up on one that isn’t yours. Most tour companies list their guest demographics on their “About” page, and you can usually see from the photos of their tours who goes on it.

You can also tell the audience based on accommodation: if it’s hostels or guesthouses, it’s usually for backpackers and budget travelers; if it’s fancy digs, it’s for older travelers and families.

This is very important because these are the people you’ll be traveling with so you want to make sure it’s the kind of people you are traveling with. I’m still friends with the people from my first tour in 2003 because they were people like me. The tour in Japan that was filled with older families? Not so much. We didn’t have much in common. Wonderful people but we didn’t connect.

So, I always look for tours that have my demographic in them.

3. Get local guides

Guides can make or break your trip. They are going to explain everything to you and keep the flow of the tour going. I don’t want them hiring some young kid, non-expert, or someone who doesn’t know the place well. I’ve been on tours where the guide was a walking encyclopedia, and on somewhere the guide was a glorified timekeeper.

Make sure the company uses knowledgeable, local guides. The guide should be a local or at least a long-term resident, know the local language, have travel experience, and know life-saving techniques.

If you are unsure about the guides, call the customer service line and ask them about their guides.

4. Safety record 

Make sure the company follows all the proper safety requirements and is accredited by the local government, the government where they are registered, and any other appropriate trade organizations.

5. A balanced schedule 

You’re paying for them to fill most of your day. How do they do that? Are they doing that? Do they have a lot of activities organized, or do they leave you to your own devices?

That said, you don’t want a schedule that is crammed with things to do. Make sure you get a schedule of all the activities and pick a tour that is balanced. Running around will leave you wishing you had a holiday from your holiday, but you don’t want to be sitting around all day, either.

I love taking small group tours because they generally have a good balance. Any tour that requires you to be on a huge bus and hits 6 cities in 5 days is not a tour to take!

6. Environmental impact

There’s a growing trend among travelers called ecotourism . It’s about more responsible travel, not only toward the environment but also toward the locals in an area. This means using local guides, hotels, and services, and making sure to reduce waste and your footprint on the local habitat.

Moreover, these companies tend to offer better and more interactive tours that also give you a good degree of autonomy.

I think it’s important to pick a company that provides great value and gives back to the place you are visiting. After all, did you go there to ruin it for others? Doubtful.

Check with groups like the International Ecotourism Society for a list of companies that have been certified “eco-friendly.” With so much money pouring into the industry now, you have a lot of companies fraudulently saying they practice ecotourism but end up being involved in terrible labor practices, animal abuse, and waste.

7. Group size

Tour companies that have smaller groups tend to be much more mindful of the environment and the impact they are leaving. It’s a lot easier to meet people in a group of 10-15 than it is in a group of 60. I don’t like to go on tours with more than 15 people on them. However, I have friends who love Contiki tours with 40-50 people. Know what you are getting yourself into, so you don’t find yourself with a group too small or too large for your tastes.

Just remember larger groups tend to stay at bigger, more impersonal accommodations (they can only accommodate the numbers), eat at more touristy restaurants, and tend to travel to more destinations quicker.

In my expert opinion, small group tours are the best.

8. Check their reputation

How have other travelers enjoyed their time? Look for online reviews to see what a company’s reputation is. It might not always be what they claim, and it’s important to find out the truth before you book.

Remember that MOST people only write a review if something goes wrong. Someone might give a tour company one star just because their eggs were runny. Find the average. Someone might hate a tour because the weather was hot. Seriously. These are actual negative reviews from the tour operator company, Thomas Cook:

“On my holiday to Goa in India, I was disgusted to find that almost every restaurant served curry. I don’t like spicy food.”

“We went on holiday to Spain and had a problem with the taxi drivers as they were all Spanish.”

“We booked an excursion to a water park but no-one told us we had to bring our own swimsuits and towels. We assumed it would be included in the price.”

“No-one told us there would be fish in the water. The children were scared.”

“Although the brochure said that there was a fully equipped kitchen, there was no egg-slicer in the drawers.”

“When we were in Spain, there were too many Spanish people there. The receptionist spoke Spanish, the food was Spanish. No one told us that there would be so many foreigners.”

“We had to line up outside to catch the boat and there was no air-conditioning.”

So how can you trust the reviews you read online?

Take them with a grain of salt. You can read reviews on websites TrustPilot . The approval rating should look like a bell curve but with more A’s and B’s than C’s. I look for companies that average 85% or higher (or 4 out of 5 stars). If a company is that highly rated, the negative reviews are probably just outliers.  

My Recommended (Best) Tour Companies

Here are some of my favorite small, day-tour, or backpacker bus tour companies:

• Take Walks – This is my favorite walking tour company. They run a wide variety of insightful and entertaining tours around Europe and the US. What makes them so good is they get you inside access to attractions and places you can’t get elsewhere. Their guides rock too!
• Get Your Guide – A massive marketplace for tours, activities, and excursions. If you’re looking for something niche, you’ll find it here!
• Devour Food Tours – My go-to tour company for tasty food tours around Europe and the US.
• Kiwi Experience – A hop-on, hop-off bus tour company in New Zealand for backpackers!
• Baz Bus – A hop on, hop off again bus tour company in South Africa for all travelers.
• New Europe – Free walking tours throughout Europe.
• Free Tours By Foot – Pay-what-you-like tours throughout Europe and the United States. They are one of my favorite free walking tour companies in the world!

THE #1 COMPANY FOR MULTI-DAY SMALL GROUP TOURS

When it comes to multi-day, multi-week tours (think trips through Morocco, sailing in the Galápagos, etc.), I highly recommend using Intrepid Travel .

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Andy Sullivan and Kim Yeongsu tied at the top in Japan

Andy Sullivan and Kim Yeongsu posted opening 63s to lead the way after the first round of the 2023 ISPS HANDA - CHAMPIONSHIP in Japan.

Four-time DP World Tour champion Sullivan fired eight birdies at PGM Ishioka Golf Club on Thursday, with his only blemish a bogey on the seventh.

South Korean Kim, the KPGA’s 2022 Genesis Point Award winner, produced a flawless first round containing seven birdies to join Sullivan on seven under par.

Swede Alexander Björk, Canada's Aaron Cockerill and South African Deon Germishuys were one shot behind the leaders in a three-way tie for third.

Home favourites Keita Nakajima, Yosuke Asaji and Ryutaro Nagano were then on five under alongside Jacques Kruyswijk, Sebastian Söderberg, Brad Kennedy, Daniel Hillier and Marcel Schneider.

Sullivan started from the tenth tee and made birdies at the 12th, 15th, 16th and 18th to reach the turn in 31.

He then reeled off a hat-trick of birdies from the third before recovering from a bogey on the seventh with a closing gain from around eight feet.

The Englishman said: "Really pleased, just got off to a good start. 

"A lot of right flags out there for me to find - as my playing partner Romain Langasque told me! He was like 'Every flag out there is a right flag and you fade the ball so it’s perfect for you today'. 

"It was good fun playing with Brendan (Lawlor) and Romain, very relaxed vibe. It was just like going out there and playing with your mates, really.

"Me and my coach have been working on going back to when I was playing my best, around 2015, 16, so we’ve looked at swings from there and almost tried to mimic that. 

"It’s getting close, feel confident with the irons. Driver is still taking a bit of work. On the whole the game is feeling good. It feels a lot more under control again, less of the erratic shots."

Kim picked up his first birdie of the day at the fourth before catching fire around the turn, as he reeled off six birdies in eight holes from the ninth for a share of the lead.

He said: "I feel good because I didn’t make any bogeys today.

"My shots were not in good shape at the beginning. However, it seems I putted well, so that helped today’s score.

"I hope it goes well tomorrow. I will be able to play with less stress because I played well today."

Jon Rahm follows in Seve Ballesteros' footsteps with memorable Masters victory

Jon Rahm secured a fairytale Masters Tournament victory 40 years on from his hero Seve Ballesteros' second win at Augusta National Golf Club, becoming a two-time Major Champion in memorable fashion.

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テイラー・スウィフト、【The Eras Tour】100公演目を祝う「一生に一度の大冒険」

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　テイラー・スウィフトが、自身の【The Eras Tour】の節目を祝った。現地時間2024年6月16日に彼女は、2023年3月17日に米アリゾナ州グレンデールのステート・ファーム・スタジアムで開幕した自身の記録破りのツアーの100回目の公演を終え、感動的なメッセージをSNSでシェアした。 　英リバプールで行われた3夜連続公演のフォトギャラリーをインスタグラムに投稿した彼女は、「私たちは【The Eras Tour】の100回目のショーを行いました（これを言うのは本当におかしな感じがします、だってこのショーをやるたびに新しく感じるので）。【The Eras Tour】のどの公演にも来てくれた皆さん、ありがとう。皆さんおかげで一生に一度の大冒険になりました」とキャプションに書いた。 　テイラーは、6月13日にアンフィールド・スタジアムで開催されたリバプール公演の初日で、このツアーが終わる時期を明言した。彼女はMCで、「実は、これがツアー100回目のショーなんですよ。（その事実に）圧倒されています。私にはそれが現実の統計のようには感じられません。というのも、このツアーは、皆さんとのこのような瞬間の数々は、間違いなく私の人生において最も疲弊し、すべてを包含する、最も楽しくて、最もやりがいがあって、最も素晴らしいものだったからです」と話した。 　そして、「皆さんの多くから、“100回目のショーをどうやって祝うつもりなの？”と（聞かれました）。私にとって、100回目のショーを祝うということは、このツアーが12月で終わるということを自分の中で初めて受け入れて、認めたということなんです。それでおしまい」と続けた。新しい日程が追加されなければ、12月8日にカナダ・バンクーバーのBCアリーナで予定されている152回目の公演が最終公演となりそうだ。 　日曜日に投稿したメッセージで彼女は、ツアー・スタッフ、ステージ・パフォーマー、そしてバック・バンドに対し、“このショーを開催するために何百時間もの時間を費やし、ステージの上でも後ろでも全力を尽くしてくれている”ことに感謝した。彼女は、「（これほどの）仕事に対する意欲、創造性、そして献身的な姿勢に毎日囲まれていることが信じられません」と綴っている。

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• テイラー・スウィフト、【The Eras Tour】の終了時期を明言
• トラヴィス・ケルシー、テイラー・スウィフトの得意料理を明かす「彼女と料理をするのが本当に楽しい」
• テイラー・スウィフト、エジンバラ公演での歴代動員記録更新に“本当に驚かされている”と感謝
• テイラー・スウィフト、エジンバラ公演で「The Bolter」など新旧楽曲を初めてライブで披露＜6/10訂正＞

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