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9 nights from $1,679*
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Discover Japan at its best! Travel the famous "Golden Route" with convenient, high-speed trains!
Destination Highlights Include:
Tokyo: immerse yourself in the unbeatable Michelin-starred food scene, world-class luxury shopping in Ginza, and its neon-lit skyscrapers
Kyoto: the country's cultural heart; known as the City of Ten Thousand Shrines, it is the premier destination for UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Osaka: often called the Nation’s Kitchen; indulge in authentic local delicacies in the bustling Dotonbori district before exploring Osaka Castle or the world-renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
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11 nights from $2,339*
Modernity, Nature, and Tradition blend seamlessly in Japan. Using a convenient Japanese Rail Pass connect: Tokyo (the capital and Japanese metropolis known for anime, electronics, manga and video games), Hakone (a resort town known for hot springs, natural beauty and the view of nearby Mount Fuji), Kyoto (an ancient capital full of classical Buddhist Temples, imperial Palaces, gardens, Shinto Shrines and traditional wooden houses) and Osaka (known as the Nations Kitchen for its delicious food). Enjoy guided city tours in Tokyo and Kyoto and a visit to historic Osaka Castle.
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Combine Tokyo (Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis, also home to the Imperial Palace and the seat of Government and Parliament. One of the world's most modern cities in terms of its infrastructure and design. It is famous for their amazing history, Mt. Fuji, unrivaled technology and Samurais)
, Sapporo and Okinawa with flights between cities.
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13 nights from $2,049*
2 Customer ReviewsRemind travelers to Japan how important phone internet access is for information and using Google maps to get around streets, use trains, and public transportation. Having an unlocked phone that can use a Japan SIM card or eSim download makes life much easier in Japan. The hotels you recommended were great and well located but for some the 5-14 minute walk from transit station to hotel might be too much and taxis are expensive.Same is true for the 2-3 levels of trains in transit stations and stairs and the search for elevators or escalators especially if you have luggage! Remind people to travel as lightly as possible. One suitcase at 40 lbs or less and 1 under the seat carry on. People move fast in Japan and transit can be very crowded. This creates issues if you have an extra piece of luggage. People are polite and helpful but that doesn't create extra space when seats not available and many stand in buses or trains when you need to move with luggage.
Japanese Heritage!.... Start your trip in Tokyo (the world's most populous metropolis, the city with best -Nightlife, and Shopping-). Then take the train to Kyoto (the City of the Ten Thousand Shrines). Move along to Osaka (known as -The City of Food-). Then comes Nagasaki, followed by Hiroshima, both historic places that emerged from the ashes to become beautiful modern cities. Up next is Miyajima (an island that has been considered a holy place for most of Japanese history). Last but not least take a ferry back to Hiroshima and then ride the train to Osaka (where you will spend the rest of your dream-like Japanese experience).
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10 nights from $1,873*
Visit Tokyo (Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis, also home to the Imperial Palace and the seat of Government and Parliament. One of the world's most modern cities in terms of its infrastructure and design. It is famous for their amazing history, Mt. Fuji, unrivaled technology and Samurais), Kanazawa , Osaka (Japan's second largest metropolitan area after Tokyo, known as the “Nation's Kitchen,” and its well known for delicious foods such as takoyaki and okonomiyak. Osaka its also a historical site, with the Osaka Castle as an example as well as its beautiful grounds, specially during cherry blossom season), Nara
and Kyoto (a city with amazing and historic buddhist temples and shrines, many dating back more than a millennium. It's also a great place to sample all the main classics of Japanese cuisine, the tofu, the kaiseki cuisine and its Buddhist vegetarian fare) with the Rail Pass.
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Visit Tokyo (Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis, also home to the Imperial Palace and the seat of Government and Parliament. One of the world's most modern cities in terms of its infrastructure and design. It is famous for their amazing history, Mt. Fuji, unrivaled technology and Samurais), Kanazawa , Osaka (Japan's second largest metropolitan area after Tokyo, known as the “Nation's Kitchen,” and its well known for delicious foods such as takoyaki and okonomiyak. Osaka its also a historical site, with the Osaka Castle as an example as well as its beautiful grounds, specially during cherry blossom season), Nara
and Kyoto (a city with amazing and historic buddhist temples and shrines, many dating back more than a millennium. It's also a great place to sample all the main classics of Japanese cuisine, the tofu, the kaiseki cuisine and its Buddhist vegetarian fare) with the Rail Pass.
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9 nights from $1,829*
Experience the ultimate Japan itinerary covering the nation’s most iconic cities: Tokyo (Japan's dazzling capital, blending the futuristic technology in Akihabara and the spiritual tranquility of ancient Shinto shrines), Kyoto (the cultural heart of Japan, home to UNESCO World Heritage temples and botanical gardens as well as the historic Gion and Geisha districts), and Osaka (a vibrant hub famous for its neon-lit streets of the Dotonbori District and incredible food scene; enjoy a tour of the famous Osaka Castle).
Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city while enjoying included, curated activities that enhance your experience!
Experience the ultimate Japan itinerary covering the nation’s most iconic cities: Tokyo (Japan's dazzling capital, blending the futuristic technology in Akihabara and the spiritual tranquility of ancient Shinto shrines), Kyoto (the cultural heart of Japan, home to UNESCO World Heritage temples and botanical gardens as well as the historic Gion and Geisha districts), and Osaka (a vibrant hub famous for its neon-lit streets of the Dotonbori District and incredible food scene; enjoy a tour of the famous Osaka Castle).
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9 nights from $2,250*
A subtropical getaway in Japan's visiting its main capital and these islands, known for its balmy weather and gorgeous sandy beaches is at your disposal in this holiday package. Visit Tokyo (the busy capital mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples); then, combine with intercity flights and discover
Okinawa Islands, enjoying unforgettable stays in: Okinawa (the “Japan's Hawaii” for its rich and varied scenery and unique mix of Southeast Asian, Chinese and Japanese architecture) ;
Miyakojima (known for some of Japan's best beaches, with clear blue ocean and white sand); and
Ishigaki Islands (also known as Ishigakijima, is a Japanese island south-west of Okinawa Honto and the second-largest island of the Yaeyama Island group).
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A subtropical getaway in Japan's visiting its main capital and these islands, known for its balmy weather and gorgeous sandy beaches is at your disposal in this holiday package. Visit Tokyo (the busy capital mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples); then, combine with intercity flights and discover
Okinawa Islands, enjoying unforgettable stays in: Okinawa (the “Japan's Hawaii” for its rich and varied scenery and unique mix of Southeast Asian, Chinese and Japanese architecture) ;
Miyakojima (known for some of Japan's best beaches, with clear blue ocean and white sand); and
Ishigaki Islands (also known as Ishigakijima, is a Japanese island south-west of Okinawa Honto and the second-largest island of the Yaeyama Island group).
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9 nights from $2,501*
Get away from it all with this package that lets you visit Japan with a Rail Pass. Start this trip in Tokyo (Japan’s busy capital, mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples). After that, catch the Rail Pass Train and discover these cities along your way through The Japanese Alps, like:
Shiojiri (famous for its wineries (Shinshu wine). The area preserves the atmosphere of olden Japan, with its traditional houses and food);
Azumino (known as the ‘gateway’ to the Japanese Alps, hikers and snow sports enthusiasts flock to these mountains annually to sample their world-class trails and slopes);
Omachi (famous for its delicious soba -buckwheat noodles -); and
Toyama (with The Toyama Castle Park - a restored castle dating to the 1500s- , plus small museums of history and art).
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Get away from it all with this package that lets you visit Japan with a Rail Pass. Start this trip in Tokyo (Japan’s busy capital, mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples). After that, catch the Rail Pass Train and discover these cities along your way through The Japanese Alps, like:
Shiojiri (famous for its wineries (Shinshu wine). The area preserves the atmosphere of olden Japan, with its traditional houses and food);
Azumino (known as the ‘gateway’ to the Japanese Alps, hikers and snow sports enthusiasts flock to these mountains annually to sample their world-class trails and slopes);
Omachi (famous for its delicious soba -buckwheat noodles -); and
Toyama (with The Toyama Castle Park - a restored castle dating to the 1500s- , plus small museums of history and art).
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Japan is a fascinating country known for its traditional arts and crafts including tea ceremonies held at charming tea houses. Beautiful traditional Japanese Gardens can be found all over Japan including Kenroku-en in Kanazawa boasting well-manicured lawns, zen gardens, rock gardens, and koi ponds. The country is the host of a variety of vibrant festivals including Kyoto's famous, traditional summer festival Gion Matsuri. The country is known for producing and consuming the highest quality of Sushi in the world, drinking sake, and spending evenings in traditional izakayas.
Visiting magnificent temples and shrines can be a pass time in Japan with hundreds of them dotted around the country, some of the most mesmerizing include Kyoto`s iconic Kinkaku-Ji and Tokyo's Senso-Ji, a famed Buddhist temple. Castles are another recurring site in the country dating back over centuries, many still in their original form, Himeji-jo is one of the greatest castles in the country.
Getting around the country can be done speedily and easily onboard the stunning, state of the art Shinkansen bullet trains that travel across the country at lightning speeds. Some of the fascinating train journeys that can be taken in Japan include the Kurobe Gorge Railway along suspension bridges over the deep gorge and the Sunrise Seto/Izumo sleeper trains which are the last in the country transporting passengers from Tokyo to Takamatsu and Izumo.
Tokyo known as 'The Land of the Rising Sun' the energetic capital city with a fascinating fusion of old-world and ultramodern. The skyline boasts soaring skyscrapers, the shopping streets are filled with electronics and anime, charming castles and ancient temples can be seen decorated in blooming cherry blossoms. The Tokyo Skytree is the world's tallest tower and Ginza is the largest fashion district in the world. The majestic Japanese Alps are the towering magnificent mountains ranges and home to several locations boasting natural beauty including Hida and the Kiso Valley where an abundance of outdoor activities like skiing and snowboarding, hiking and biking, traditional onsen hot springs and ryokans can be enjoyed amidst magnificent scenic surroundings. Hiroshima is a beautiful, modern, cosmopolitan city donning a devastating past after the world's first atomic bomb wiped out the entire city. Boasting a coastal location the city features breathtaking scenery including mountains, rivers, valleys, and the Seto Inland Sea. Excellent cuisine, a world-class museum, and the floating vermilion torii gate on a sacred island is a major landmark. Osaka known as the 'food capital of the world' is one of the best places to eat in the entire country. The third-largest city in Japan celebrated for its modern architecture and the iconic 16th century Osaka Castle surrounded by some of the largest cherry and plum blossoms blooms in the country.
Japan experiences four distinct seasons including spring, summer, autumn, and winter. March through May and September through November are some of the best times to visit the country with little rainfall and mild temperatures. Some of the most amazing sights in Japan are the cherry blossom blooms and the autumn leaves which are both exciting times to see the country decorated with these vibrant trees.
The Japanese place a large emphasis on the different seasons with different dishes being more popular at certain times of the year and plates that change with the season. Eel is a popular dish that is served mostly in the summer months and fugu (blowfish) is a specialty in the winter months. Many festivals begin at the beginning of the spring when the `Sakura` cherry blossom season is in full bloom.
Japan covers a large area that stretches from the cold north island of Hokkaido all the way to the subtropical islands of Okinawa, meaning Hokkaido experience longer winters than the rest of the country and Okinawa features longer summers with warm subtropical temperatures year-round. The rest of the country experiences variations in climate throughout the four seasons.
For more detailed information, consult our Best Time to Visit guide Japan
We recommend 7-10 days based on what you want to see and do. We offer flexible vacation packages so you can select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel, and activities. We suggest a minimum of 3 nights in larger cities.
By Train: Trains, trains, and more trains! Japan is one of the most extensive transport systems in the world when it comes to train travel. Japan`s excellent train services and infamous Shinkansen bullet trains connect travelers all over the country, the bullet trains travel at 200 miles per hour making it a fast and convenient way to travel. Efficient train travel in Japan boasts some of the country`s most scenic views of the countryside, mountains, gorges, stunning cityscapes, and more. The most popular train company in Japan is run by the JR Group (Japan Railways) with six companies such as JR Kyushu, and JR East. JR Rail passes can be purchased offering great discounts for visitors.
By Bus: There are long-distance buses in Japan to connect passengers to the remote areas where trains do not travel, like Shirakawa-go in the Japanese Alps, Hokkaido, Tohoku, and Kyushu. Long-distance buses are known as `chokyori` and cheap, they operate between major cities in the country, some of these buses travel at night with reclining seats and toilets. These buses depart from Tokyo Station and travel to Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima.
By Car: Driving in Japan is not recommended for visitors unless traveling in remote regions like Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Okinawa. In the larger cities driving can be difficult due to heavy traffic in most of the major cities, expensive gas, high tolls, and very few signs in English making driving around difficult and costly. Trains can reach locations in half the time it takes to drive.
By Ferry: Ferries are a popular way to travel around Japan and connect to the different offshore islands.
The currency in Japan is the Yen symbolized by ¥. US dollars are not accepted. Please be sure to have the correct currency on hand and be prepared to exchange your dollars to yen upon arrival. Currency exchange desks can be found at the airport and bank locations throughout the city, ATM`s are widespread. ATM`s are located at Post office`s all over the city, look for a symbol that indicates `International ATM Service` or `Authorized Foreign Exchange` (a green clover) and stickers indicating which cards are accepted. For more detailed information, consult our guide to tipping in Japan
Japanese is the language spoken in Japan, but English is widely spoken throughout the country with announcements on public transportation frequently made in Japanese and English, most signs include roman characters or an English explanation. Most Japanese people study English in junior high and high school so you are best seeking out younger people who may be able to help and translate for you.
It is best to have your destinations written down in Japanese so you are able to show this to your taxi driver or people on the street. People are always willing to help whether they can speak English or not.
We recommend you get a good English - Japanese guidebook and familiarize yourself with common phrases such as hello, goodbye, please, thank you, excuse me, and numbers 1 - 10.
Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka by Train (9 nights)
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