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Tokyo - Japanese Alps - Kyoto - Osaka with Rail Pass (Takayama - Kanazawa)

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Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
High-speed bullet train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - 7 Days)
7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel. (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).
Hotel for 2 nights in Tokyo
Train from Tokyo to Takayama: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Takayama train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 240 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Takayama
Train from Takayama to Kanazawa: Go to Takayama train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kanazawa train station. Journey takes approx. 130 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Kanazawa
Train from Kanazawa to Kyoto: Go to Kanazawa train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kyoto train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 125 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto
Train from Kyoto to Osaka: Go to Kyoto train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 30 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka

Cities of Tradition!!!...Fly into Tokyo, Japan's most lively capital, which mixes the ultramodern with the traditional, featuring neon-lit skyscrapers and anime shops to cherry trees and temples.This city is famed for its vibrant food scene, and its trendy and fashion districts of Shibuya and Harajuku. Next, get on the famous bullet train and go to Takayama, a picturesque town that houses three of the most beautiful festivals in Japan. Up next is Kanazawa, a magical place that features the Tera-Machi, where 70 temples are gathered together, and also the Kenroku-en Garden.Then take the train to Kyoto, known as the City of the Ten Thousand Shrines for a reason, since it holds about a quarter of Japan's National Treasures and popular festivals.
Up next roll-on to Osaka, famous for its delicious traditional food along with its Castle and renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.

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Japan

Japan, the 'Land of the Rising Sun,' is a very busy nation of over 120 million people, who live on a chain of islands roughly the size of California. Japan is a great place to experience modern technological marvels, often alongside or close to historical sights such as castles, temples, and archaeological exhibits. The four major islands of Japan (Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu) offer varying experiences for the traveler, from relaxing hot springs to ski getaways to temple pilgrimages to some of the world's best shopping and boutiques.

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Tokyo

Tokyo is Japan's energetic capital, and one of the largest, busiest cities in the world! This bustling city combines historical places, such as the Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, and Sensoji temple, with ultra modern skyscrapers like the Tokyo Tower and the world's tallest tower, the Skytree. From fashionable shopping districts to the world's largest fish market, the opportunities for adventure in Tokyo are endless.

Explore the amazing Sony building, Imperial Palace, temples of Asakusa, Shinjuku Gyoen Park, Meiji Shrine, Korakuen Garden, Ueno Park, Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo Sea Life Park, Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge and so much more!

Takayama

Takayama's well preserved Edo-style streets are filled with history - boasting shops, eateries, galleries, and breweries all worth exploring either on foot or on a traditional rickshaw ride. The historic city features beautifully preserved architecture with a plethora of interesting museums including the Hida Folk Village, and many attractions and activities in the surrounding Hida Mountain range. There is also delicious food to be enjoyed in Takayama, which is famous for its high quality Hida-Gyu Beef, the finest variety of beef in the country.

Visit and explore the Sanmachi Street, Chubu Sangaku National Park, Shinhotaka Ropeway, Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village, Yoshijima Heritage House and so much more.

Kanazawa

The charming city of Kanazawa is one of Japan's jewels offering ancient architecture, spectacular shopping districts and some of the best seafood in the country. Explore the narrow, winding alleyways where ancient tea houses and famous Geisha districts can be discovered or visit the many museums and ancient temples in the area, Kanazawa Castle and one of the top three Japanese Gardens in all Japan at Kenrouke-un.

Visit and explore Kenroku-en Garden, Kanazawa Castle, Nagamachi Samurai District, Kazuemachi area, Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall, and so much more.

Kyoto

Kyoto is nestled among the mountains in Western Honshu. The city is considered to be Japan's most beautiful, a living museum of its great artistic heritage. Discover its hidden beauty in its 2000 Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, as well as palaces, gardens, and architecture. Among the most famous temples are Kiyomizu-Dera, a magnificent wooden temple; Kinkaku-Ji, the Temple of the Golden Pavilion; Ginkaku-Ji, the Temple of the Silver Pavilion; and Ryoan-Ji, famous for its rock garden. The 'Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto' are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Explore the Arashiyama and Sagano district, Kamo Shrines, Kyo-o-Gokokuji (Tô-ji), Kiyomizu-Dera, Daigo-Ji, Ninna-Ji, Saiho-Ji (Kokedera), Tenryu-Ji, Rokuon-Ji (Kinkaku-Ji), Jisho-Ji (Ginkaku-Ji), Ryoan-Ji, Hongan-Ji, Kozan-Ji and the Nijo Castle and so much more!

Osaka

Osaka is the third largest city in Japan, situated on the west of Honshu, a port city that flows into Osaka Bay offering visitors a wide variety of sights and attractions. A vibrant, extensive nightlife can be found on the streets of Osaka, filled with street food, market shopping, bright lights and the famed Gilco Man neon billboard sign and the giant crab. It's traditionally known as the 'nation's kitchen' and the food capital of Japan with some of the best food found in Dotonburi and Minami. Many museums fill the city as well as modern architecture along with beautiful outdoor spaces and the spectacular Osaka Castle.

Explore the Osaka Castle, Osaka Park, Umeda Sky Building, Osaka Science Museum, National Museum of Art, Shiteno-jj Temple, Nanba Grand Kagetsu, Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and so much more!

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