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13-day customized tour of Japan, including Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto and many more Japan top destinations, epic sites and off-the-beaten-track hidden gems.
Brand g is excited to offer an immersive experience in Japanese culture and lifestyle along with the romantic sites. Japan is a country of modern amenities, renowned cuisine, and a deep sense of history. Being one of the first countries to witness sunrise, Japan has the nickname, “The Land of the Rising Sun.”
Our tour includes three nights in Tokyo, one of the world’s most cutting-edge capitals. Witness the contrast of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples next to towering skyscrapers. Experience two nights at a traditional Japanese ryokan, three nights in Kyoto, the historic former capital, famous for its abundance of temples, gardens, and UNESCO World Heritage status. Enjoy an overnight and farewell dinner in Osaka, Japan’s third largest city, before returning home.
Welcome to Tokyo! You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight we gather for a festive welcome dinner. Overnight in a room with a view at the Bellustar Hotel in the bustling neighborhood of Shinjuku. (D)
After breakfast at the hotel, we enjoy a full-day tour of Tokyo including a visit to Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street in Asakusa. For lunch, we will take part in a sushi making experience, followed by an introduction and demonstration of Sumo wrestling. This evening, we take a foodie tour in the back streets of Shinbashi or Shinjuko with local guides. (B/L/D)
Today we venture outside of Tokyo to the world heritage town and national park at Nikko. In the morning we visit Kanmangafuchi Abyss and following lunch at the historic Kanaya Hotel we visit Toshogu shrine. At the end of the day we return to our comfortable hotel in Tokyo with a stop on the way at the Watanabe Sahei Sake Brewery. Tonight you are on your own to explore the Tokyo food scene. (B/L)
After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, we will take the bullet train to Kanazawa. Upon arrival we will visit a local market where you’ll discover a wide variety of local vegetables and locally caught seafood. Enjoy a delicious fresh seafood lunch at an Izakaya restaurant in the market. After, we drive along the coast to the Kagaya Hotel about 1.5 hours from Kanazawa in the resort town of Wakura Onsen. The Kagaya is a traditional Japanese Ryokan Hotel with amazing sea views. Tonight, dress to impress in your Yukata (provided by the hotel) and enjoy an elaborate traditional Japanese dinner in our own private banquet room before settling in for the evening. (B/L/D)
Wake up to a tasty breakfast before heading back to Kanazawa to visit the beautiful Kenroku Gardens. After, we’ll enjoy a very special lunch experience at the restaurant of a world-renowned French chef. In the afternoon, spend time exploring the Higashi Chaya district to see traditional Japanese architecture and enjoy the atmosphere of the Bunsei Period (1820), before returning to the Kagaya hotel for an evening on your own to enjoy some local cuisine. (B/L)
After breakfast at the hotel, we return to Kanazawa Station, where we board the express train to Kyoto. Enjoy a unique local lunch experience with a bento box on the train. Upon arrival to Kyoto we’ll proceed to the Westin Hotel. Enjoy a bit of time to relax before a special traditional Japanese dinner with Maiko (apprentice geisha). (B/L/D)
After breakfast we embark on a full day tour of Kyoto. We start with the beautiful Kinkakuji Temple and then on to the famous Arashiayama District, which is filled with temples and shrines and its famous bamboo groves. After a walk through the Bamboo Grove you will have some time to explore the local food scene for lunch on your own.
Following lunch, we visit Okochi Sanso Villa and enjoy tea in the amazing Japanese garden. After, we return to our beautiful hotel, where later we’ll gather for dinner together at a local restaurant. (B/D)
Today is your day to enjoy Kyoto at your leisure. Sleep in, have a spa day, or you may choose to participate in an optional excursion such as a deeper dive into the temples of Kyoto, Traditional Tea Ceremony or Obanzai Cooking Class. (B)
Today we leave Kyoto for the city of Himeji, where we begin our visit with the stunning Himeji Castle, and continue on to its beautiful gardens. After, enjoy a Kobe beef lunch at a true Japanese steakhouse. Following lunch, we will proceed to Hiroshima by train and check in to the Sheraton Hotel. After some time to relax we’ll proceed to dinner at a local Okonomiyaki restaurant. (B/L/D)
Following breakfast, transfer to Miyajima by private motor coach. From here, we embark on a ferry ride to Miyajima Island– home to the giant Itsukushima Shrine. The bright, red torii-gate seems to float on the water during high tide. After a short guided tour, you have time to explore the island and enjoy lunch on your own. Following lunch we visit the Miyajimayki pottery studio Yamane-Taigendo before returning to Hiroshima, where you’ll have some time to relax and refresh before dinner at a local traditional Japanese restaurant. (B/D)
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Peace Memorial Park and museum, a major attraction of the Hiroshima bombing. Afterwards we head to the train station, where you’ll have some free time for lunch and shopping before boarding the bullet train to Japan’s second largest metropolitan area, Osaka. Upon arrival, check-in to the beautiful Intercontinental Hotel before dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll proceed to the bustling Dontonburi neighborhood where we’ll stroll along the city’s streets. After, you’ll have some time to sample Osaka cuisine on your own. Then, enjoy some free time this afternoon to pack or do some last minute shopping before our farewell dinner tonight. (B/D)
After breakfast at the InterContinental you will be transferred to the airport or train station for your journey home. (B)
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13-day customized tour of Japan, including Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto and many more Japan top destinations, epic sites and off-the-beaten-track hidden gems.
13-day customized tour of Japan, including Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto and many more Japan top destinations, epic sites and off-the-beaten-track hidden gems.
Overlooking the panorama of the city, Bellustar Tokyo, A Pan Pacific Hotel is situated on the uppermost 39th to 47th floors. Japanese culture is woven into the interiors of guest rooms, while windows seven meters wide offer an amazing panorama of Tokyo. The Sky Private Villa on the topmost floors features a restaurant three levels tall that offers stunning views, a spa where one can experience the four seasons and beauty of Japan’s soil while surrounded by dramatic sights. Relax and enjoy yourself in a unique space, surrounded by stunning views on all sides.
Studio Premier King – This 548 sq ft. room is equipped with a large king-size bed or two double beds and decorated in a Japanese-inspired style with a touch of traditional culture. The bathroom features a separate shower booth allowing you to enjoy a luxurious bath time. Complimentary wi-fi, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, turndown service and more…
Dates of Stay: May 12 – 15
Additional pre-program nights available upon request.
Yunokuni Tensyo is a Japanese-style hotel with large bath areas with different atmospheres. All three large bath areas are available for men and women alternately by time, offering the guests 18 different types of bath to chose from during their stay. The hotel is located within the Yamashiro Onsen hot spring area, which has about 1,300 years of history, at the Kaga Onsen resort in the Hokuriku district.
Dates of Stay: May 15 – 17
The Westin Miyako Kyoto is located in the traditional district of eastern Kyoto, at the edge of the Higashiyama mountain range with numerous UNESCO heritage sites in walking distance. The hotel features a full service spa and onsen fed by a natural hot spring that flows below the hotel.
Deluxe King – An interior design narrative is inspired by the picturesque natural surroundings of Higashiyama. Soft curvilinear forms and the use of wood on floors and walls, along with carpets inspired by Kyoto’s summer dining traditions of kawadoko or “river floor”, create serene spaces that inspire rest and relaxation. All rooms feature the iconic Westin Heavenly® Bed with plush pillow-top construction, signature Westin Lavender Balm and Sleep Well Menu, all thoughtfully crafted to ensure a deeply restorative and refreshing night’s sleep. Rooms are 409 sq ft and feature free wifi, coffee and tea making facilities and much more…
Dates of Stay: May 17 – 20
A one-minute walk from the directly connected JR Hiroshima Station, the hotel is situated in a convenient location for sightseeing in Hiroshima, with excellent access to Miyajima and Hiroshima city. Spend your time relaxing and unwinding at the hotel, after your travel.
Deluxe King – 38sqm spacious room equipped with modern furniture. All the rooms are equipped with Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed, which provides the best quality of good night sleep.
Dates of Stay: May 20 – 22
InterContinental Osaka offers contemporary glamour and magnificent panoramas in an enviable location close to the city’s main sights. Immediate proximity to Osaka Station and a connection with the high-end shopping mall, Grand Front Osaka, makes InterContinental Osaka an ideal base to explore the city of Osaka. You can relax with a soothing massage in the spa, unwind in the traditional Japanese bathhouse and enjoy cocktails with a view at fashionable Bar Adee. The elegant guest rooms are notably spacious, and the Michelin-starred Pierre restaurant is perfect for a celebratory dinner.
Premium King – generously sized classic rooms are enhanced by floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of downtown Osaka. The stylish contemporary décor creates a serene atmosphere, while large bathrooms with rainfall showers and luxury BYREDO toiletries ensure that your stay is a comfortable one.
Dates of Stay: May 22 – 24
Additional post-program nights available upon request.
May 19, 2023
$35 Per Person (you may only choose one optional tour for Kyoto as they all occur on the morning of May 19th)
Sado, the tea ceremony, is one of the traditional events with green tea called Matcha. In the Azuchi-Momoyama period, Sen-no-rikyu invented “Wabicha” which became the origin of modern Sado. Tea Ceremony represents the true essence of Japanese hospitality. By observing certain rules and aesthetic values, you will see how a true tea ceremony is performed, and how great tasting green tea is made.
May 19, 2023
$25 Per Person (you may only choose one optional tour for Kyoto as they all occur on the morning of May 19th)
During our tour of Kyoto on May 19th, we plan to visit the beautiful Kinkakuji Temple as well as other famous temples in the Arashiyama District. This optional half day tour will give you the chance for a deeper dive with visits of up to three additional beautiful temples.
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Arrival: You should schedule your flights to arrive to Tokyo (NRT or HND) by May 12, 2024. The first activity that day will be at approximately 5:30pm.
Departure: You should schedule your flights to depart from Osaka (KIX or ITM) at any time on May 24, 2024. Check out time from the Intercontinental Hotel is 11:00am.
Whether or not you need a Visa will depend heavily on what country you’re coming from. Most western nations such as the United States or the UK have 90-day exemptions. Unless you’re from one the countries without Visa exemptions, all you’ll need to show the immigration officer is your passport. You will also have to comply with a scanning of your fingerprints and a photo. All foreign residents and tourists are REQUIRED to carry on their person either their resident card or their passport at all times.
Arrival transfers are provided from the Tokyo’s Haneda (HND) or Narita (NRT) airports to the host hotel in Tokyo.
Departure transfers are provided from the Osaka host hotel to Osaka’s Kansai (KIX) or Itami (ITM) airports).
If you extend your stay at these properties, the transfers will still be included.
Contact our team or your travel agent to ensure arrangements outside of these arrival and departure transfers will be included. Booked guests should provide their arrival and departure details 45 days prior to the trip to ensure transfer availability.
We will make every effort to accommodate special dietary requests. Please inform our office at least 45 days prior to departure of these requests.
Gratuities are customary expressions of appreciation for a job well done. It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sites you visit. Gratuities for the included portions of this program have been pre-paid. At your own discretion you may choose to provide additional tips.
Excursions during your travel program are mostly in groups of 25 people led by expert English speaking local guides. Utilizing wireless audio guides enables you to hear every word of your travel guide at absolutely all times. It provides maximum flexibility and convenience without missing a moment of fascinating commentary and is compatible with hearing aids.
The excursions are rated in difficulty based on the type and condition of the terrain, possible ascent/decent height as well as the total distance walked.
1/5: Very easy walking required which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
2/5: Easy amount of walking which may include stairs and uneven surfaces.
3/5: Moderate amount of walking which will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
4/5: Moderate/hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
5/5: Hard amount of walking will include stairs and uneven surfaces.
All included excursions in this trip will range between very easy to moderate. If you need accommodations based on your abilities, contact Brand g before booking this travel program.
You are on vacation as the last thing we want to impose is a dress code. We will however appreciate you wearing more than a thong or mankini at dinner and in the bar/performance area. Be as dressed up or down as you see fit as long as you are comfortable and dress appropriately for changeable weather.
If specific clothing is required e.g. when visiting cold or tropical climates or a place of worship on a tour, we will specifically let you know prior to travel.
Most US travelers are covered by routine vaccinations. US citizens should consult the Centers for Disease Control website http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/or your health care provider for vaccination requirements and recommendations. Citizens of all other countries should consult their government’s national disease center or their physician.
Although it is beginning to change, tattoos are generally viewed as taboo in Japan. What this means in practice is that you will not be able to use most pools, public bathing facilities (onsens), or gyms. If you have a small tattoo you can simply cover it with flesh-colored tape and be fine but if you have sleeves, you’re going to need to pass on some activities. Nevertheless, there may still be opportunities to experience an Onsen (traditional hot spring). Ask us about booking a room with private onsen (not available at all properties) as this will allow you to circumvent the need to share with people who aren’t comfortable with your tattoos.
All hotels will have designated smoking areas. We ask that guests refrain from smoking while during tours.
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