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The city of Nara has a deep historical past as the first capital city of Japan, it features the richest collection of traditional sites in the country. A compact city brimming with temples and shrines and famous for its semi-wild deer. Nara boasts great food with Michelin starred restaurants and world-class shopping along with all the beautiful natural surroundings.

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Tokyo and Kansai Region with Rail Pass

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Kanto and Kansai with Rail Pass

10 nights from $1,390*

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Tokyo and Highlights of Kansai with Rail Pass

9 nights from $1,323*

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Tokyo - Kanazawa - Kansai Region with Rail Pass

10 nights from $1,398*

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Combine Tokyo, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara and Osaka with bullet train.

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Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka

High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)

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 Kyoto: Go to Tokyo 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. 140 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto

Train from Kyoto to Kobe: 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. 15 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Kobe

Train from Kobe to Nara: Go to Kobe train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nara train station. Route operated by JR Special Rapid Service for KUSATSU. Journey takes approx. 30 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Nara

Train from Nara to Osaka: Go to Nara train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Route operated by JR Nara Line Rapid Service. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka

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Explore Japan, start in Tokyo (the center of Japan. This beautiful city actually has an unbelievable amount of restaurants, beautiful gardens and its full of fascinating museums and galleries), before traveling to Yokohama, Nara , Kyoto and 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). Combine these destinations by rail. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

Included:

Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka

High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)

14 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 3 nights in Tokyo

Train from Tokyo to Yokohama: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Yokohama train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 25 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Yokohama

Train from Yokohama to Nara: Go to Yokohama train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nara train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 230 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Nara

Train from Nara to Kyoto: Go to Nara 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. 50 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

10 nights from $1,390*

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Amazing trip to Japan!. 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), 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), Nara and 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) with the Rail Pass. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

Included:

Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka

High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)

Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo

Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto

Train from Kyoto to Nara: 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 JR Nara Line Rapid Service. Journey takes approx. 45 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Nara

Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka

9 nights from $1,323*

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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. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

Included:

Flight into Tokyo and out of Kyoto

High-speed train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - bullet train)

Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo

Train from Tokyo to Kanazawa: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kanazawa train station. Route operated by Shinkansen. Journey takes approx. 155 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Kanazawa

Train from Kanazawa to Osaka: Go to Kanazawa 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. 165 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka

Train from Osaka to Nara: Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nara train station. Route operated by JR Yamatoji Rapid Service. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Nara

Train from Nara to Kyoto: Go to Nara train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kyoto train station. Route operated by JR Nara Line Rapid Service. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto

Train from Kyoto to Osaka Airport: Go to Kyoto train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka station.** YOU MUST TAKE A BUS FROM OSAKA STATION TO AIRPORT** Total journey takes approx. 70 Min.

10 nights from $1,398*

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Complete Kansai Region with Rail Pass

12 nights from $1,642*

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A full journey along the heart region of Japan for a trip that won't be forgotten. Begin in Tokyo; and after a pleasant stay in the Japanese capital, with the Rail Pass, discover the exciting Kansai Region, including visits to: Toba (famous for oysters and for cultured pearls); then, Nara (home to some of the country's best temples and shrines, along with several fine gardens, museums and traditional neighborhoods). After that, visit Kyoto (cultural capital of Japan and a major tourist destination); Amanohashidate (a pine covered sandbar that spans the mouth of Miyazu Bay in the scenic, coastal region of northern Kyoto Prefecture); and finally, Osaka (a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu, known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

Included:

Flight into Tokyo and out of Osaka
Bullet Train - Japan Rail Pass
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 3 nights in Tokyo
Train from Tokyo to Toba: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Toba train station. Journey takes approx. 235 Min.
Hotel for 1 night in Toba
Train from Toba to Nara Go to Toba train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Nara train station. Journey takes approx. 240 Min.
Hotel for 1 night in Nara
Train from Nara to Kyoto: Go to Nara train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kyoto train station. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Kyoto
Train from Kyoto to Amanohashidate: Go to Kyoto train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Amanohashidate train station. Journey takes approx. 130 Min.
Hotel for 2 nights in Amanohashidate
Train from Kyoto to Amanohashidate: Go to Amanohashidate train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Journey takes approx. 150 Min.
Hotel for 3 nights in Osaka

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Tokyo
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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, to the ultramodern Skyscrapers and the Tokyo Tower along with the world`s tallest tower, the Skytree. The city consists of 23 different wards, each with its own individuality and unique attractions, Ginza is the most expensive and fashionable shopping district, Shibuya consists of the busiest crosswalk in the world and the busiest train station, while Shinjuku is the largest district in the heart of the city with hundreds of skyscrapers and Shinjuku Gyoen Park featuring hundreds of cherry trees, with their magnificent blooms during March and April. Check out the world`s largest fish market and dine at one of the 160,000 eateries or capture a glimpse of the sacred Mount Fiji, the opportunities for adventure in Tokyo are endless. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: 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!
Osaka
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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 definitely worth visiting. 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. 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 and modern architecture along with beautiful outdoor spaces and the spectacular Osaka Castle. Come visit Osaka and discover the true beauty of this city. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: 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!
Kyoto
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Kyoto

Kyoto is nestled among the mountains in Western Honshu. The city is considered to be Japan`s most beautiful, a living museum of Japan`s 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 the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: 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!
Hiroshima
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Hiroshima

The city of Hiroshima is a vibrant cosmopolitan city featuring museums, monuments, and memorials with the hope of everlasting peace after the city was struck by the atomic bomb and wiped out in 1945. This historic and resilient city was rebuilt and is regarded as the `peace capital` of the world. The city features some very interesting sites including two World Heritage sites and the serene sacred Island of Miyajima where the Itsukushima Shrine stands just off the coast and seemingly floats on the water. This is an exciting city with plenty to offer its visitors including delicious culinary delights, stunning Japanese gardens, galleries and museums and important cultural events including the Hiroshima Flower Festival and The Sake Festival. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: A-Bomb Dome, Peace Park, The Children`s Peace Monument, The Peace Bell, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Hiroshima Museum Of Art, Itsukushima Shrine, Hiroshima Castle, Shukkei-en Garden and so much more!
Nagasaki
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Nagasaki

Nagasaki is the capital and largest city of the Nagasaki Prefecture, which lies at the head of a long bay forming a natural harbor in the island of Kyushu. The city resides within two main valleys split by the mountains, offering superb scenery over the city with a `10 Million Dollar Night View` and one of the three best night views in Japan. A cosmopolitan city offering its very own Chinatown with delectable food and amazing shopping opportunities along with memorials and museums in remembrance of the thousands who lost their lives during the Atomic Bomb over Nagaski in 1945. Visit ornate temples, an abandoned island, Mount Inasa and the oldest bridge in Japan. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: Peace Park, Peace Monument, Peace Fountain, Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Mount Inasa, Dejima, Chinatown, The Dutch Slopes, Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture and so much more!
Okinawa
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Okinawa

Okinawa is a chain of islands situated in Japan`s southernmost prefecture, an idyllic tropical getaway with soft white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise waters which make it the perfect diving and snorkeling destination. The island`s interior is filled with lush green vegetation with waterfalls and castle ruins and the shores are lined with coral reefs, shrines, and museums. The city has a deep history and a traditional culture which can be seen and enjoyed in Naha city which is the gateway into Okinawa. Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s: Shuri Castle, Naminoue Shrine, Cape Manzamo, Nakijin Castle, Emerald Beach, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Zakimi Castle, Sefa-utaki and so much more!
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