Japan Cultural Immersion Tour

Transfer service between hotel and Tokyo Narida/Haneda airport with private English speaking driver guide.

Welcome to Meiji Jingu Shrine This shrine is the largest and most powerful spot in Tokyo. the Tokyo Imperial Palace occupies the site of the original Edo Castle the Tokugawa shogunate's castle, which was once the largest fortress in the world.Senso-ji Temple Tokyo`s oldest and most prominent temple. The magestic Senso-Ji Buddhist Temple is almost 1400 years old and is a symbol of Asakusa and the entire city of Tokyo.

The Tsukiji Fish Market was once the largest seafood market in the world, handling more than 2,000 tons of marine products a day. Tsukiji now regularly shows up on visitors’ lists of must-see destinations in Tokyo for its lively atmosphere and incredible sushi.Discover the delicate art of making the perfect sushi roll with this three-hour group cooking class in Shinjuku, Tokyo, where you'll learn how to make different types of sushi, including nigiri, inari, hosomali, and more.the Tokyo neighborhood of Shinjuku is a thriving district full of shops and department stores, museums, bars, restaurants, and cafes abuzz with people.et on the banks of Tokyo Bay, with great views of the city skyline,Odaiba Seaside Park is a man-made landscaped park and beach. It’s popular with locals and tourists.Located in Shinjuku Kabukicho,Shinjuku Golden Street is an old street filled with nostalgia. The narrow alleys are crowded with about 300 izakaya houses in wooden longhouses.

Tochigi Nikko is a charming town in Japan’s Tochigi Prefecture with plenty of attractions where you can experience authentic Japanese culture. Join this day tour and enjoy the best that the town has to offer. Visit the Toshogu Shrine, a beautiful shinto shrine and memorial of Tokugawa Ieyasu who founded the Tokugawa shogunate. Then, admire the magnificent Kegon Falls which was formed when the Daiya River was rerouted by lava flows. Afterwards, choose between the Chuzenji Lake or the Nikko Hot Spring. In Chuzenji Lake, gaze at the pristine waters and enjoy a stunning view of Mount Nantai.

Take a walk down the famous Komachi Street, and make sure to visit Tsurugaoka Hachiman ShrineDrop by the magnificent bronze Amida Buddha statue located on the temple grounds of Kamakura. In Kamakura, we’ll take the old-style electric train “Enoden” to Hase. Hase is famous for its beautiful garden and is also home to the impressive 13m-high Buddhist statue of Kamakura and the Hase-dera temple.Stroll around the beautiful Shichirigahama Beach where you can get a glimpse of Mt. Fuji

West Lake Village is located in the "West Lake" a display of Japan's original scenery thatched cottage village. From the village you can see Mount Fuji in the distance, and the pointed roofs are covered with thick thatch. The village brook murmuring, birds singing flowers, seems to have come to Xanadu.Head to Oishi park which offers seasonal scenery with various types of flowers all year long on the banks of Lake Kawaguchiko. Try taking pictures of flowers with Mt.Fuji's reflection on the lake in the background!The Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave is located at the east entrance to the Aokigahara Jukai "sea of trees" forest, and is regarded as one of the tourist spots within the Fuji Five Lakes area that can be visited throughout the year. Over 1150 years ago, during year 6 of the Jogan era (864 a.d.), Nagaoyama, a flank volcano of Mt. Fuji erupted. The red hot lava flow (Aokigahara Maruo) descended between ancient parasitic volcanoes, creating this two-tunnel type cave.Arakurayama Sengen Park is one of the world-famous viewing spots of Mount Fuji. In springtime, the cherry blossoms in bloom create a spectacular view of a five-storied pagoda and Mount Fuji unique to Japan. Not only does the park offer splendid views of the mountain in respective seasons, but it also serves as a popular viewing spot for the beautiful night scenery of Fujiyoshida City.

Hakone is the most popular tourist attraction in the Kanto region. "Hakone Day Tour" will take you to Lake Ashino to take the "Hakone Pirate Ship" to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji and the lake, and then take the "Hakone Ropeway" to Owakudani. The scenery along the way is pleasing to the eye . Owakudani, left over from a volcanic eruption 4,000 years ago, in addition to being able to see the crater, now still has bursts of white smoke and the smell of sulfur. In Owakudani, you can buy the legendary black jade, which can prolong life. It is said that eating one can prolong life by 7 years! Venetian Glass Museum In the garden overlooking Owakudani Valley, visitors can enjoy works by contemporary glass artists, the museum's famous crystal glass objects, and seasonal flowers.Mt. Fuji overlook

One  way round trip pick-up between hotel and station by private car
One way transfer between hotel and station with English-speaking driver guide by private carOne way transfer between Odawara and Nagoya by Shinkansen（1hrs10min）

Nakasendo was one of the two highways during the Edo period connecting Tokyo with Kyoto, running through the Kiso Valley. Travelers at that time walked along the highway, stopping at "post towns" for rest. Some of those post towns have been well preserved and show tourists today exactly what Japan was like hundreds of years ago. Stunning forests, beautiful villages and traditions, we would love to recommend it to everyone interested in Japanese nature and history.

While Magome and Tsumago served the same purposes for old-time travelers, the city has been preserved and restored in a very different way than Tsumago, with a broad stone walkway lined with trees and many traditional houses and craft shops. Another difference is that it is on a slope, which leads to some beautiful views of the surrounding valley, and is home to several small museums that showcase the history of the town, the artists that lived there and their way of living. I would recommend grabbing a drink or something to eat at the restaurants on top of the village and enjoy the views over the valley, or at the lower part to mix with the very interesting locals.

The Miyagawa Morning Market has existed in one form or another for more than two centuries, and it's still a hub for fresh produce.You can buy everything from local fruit and vegetables to traditional "sarubobo" dolls and stylish chopsticks. Shirakawa-go is surrounded by steep mountains, 96% of the village is forest, and only 0.4% of farmland is a typical mountain village. In the village, there are Hakusan National Park, Tiansheng Prefectural Natural Park, etc.and there are many natures that have been preserved since ancient times. In the Hida area, villages fall into steep areas with mountain folds, while Shokawa flows through gaps in steep slopes like stitched folds, forming villages in the watershed.The Takayama Jinya served as the local government office headed by the officials dispatched from Edo (present day Tokyo). The building complex was in official use until 1969 and is now open to the public as a museum.  

This tour will take you to visit Nagamachi Samurai, Kenrokuen, Higashi Chaya District and Kanazawa's Geisha District. Colorful Kutani pottery, simple Ohi pottery, elegant Kanazawa lacquerware, splendid Kanazawa, unique Kanazawa paulownia craftsmanship, special hand-painted Kaga Yuzen silk, Kaga elephant inlay, Kaga embroidery, Kaga fish flying, Aya In conclusion, Kanazawa Shrine is a specialty of Kanazawa. Standing quietly in the city, these traditional buildings blend in with the modern atmosphere of Kanazawa, resulting in a charming classical town.

One way transfer between Kanazawa and Kyoto by Shinkansen（2hrs26min）One  way round trip pick-up between hotel and station with English-speaking driver guide by private car
One way transfer between hotel and station with English-speaking driver guide by private car

This tour takes you to the most popular sightseeing spots that you must visit during your Kyoto visit. You will visit the World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city. After Yasaka Shrine and Hanamikoji Dori visiting, we will take you to the Fushimi Inari Taisha, which is the  headquarters of the some 30,000 Inari shrines around the country. Afterwards, head to Nara Park and Tōdai-ji Temple, all prized possessions in the heart of the city. Nara Park houses over 1,200 roaming deers that have become a natural treasure. Sitting in the midst of the large park is the Tōdai-ji Temple, a spectacular sight during the autumn season with warm-toned leaves hovering the World Heritage temple that makes for a photographic moment.

Filled with over 1000 years of history and culture, Arashiyama used to be a place of Japanese aristocracy, and has remained a highly relevant destination while keeping its pristine natural beauty. In this half day walking tour, get to visit different important spots in Arashiyama, such as the Tenryuji Temple, recognized for its sprawling gardens and stunning views.  The Sagano Scenic Railway, you'll hop onto a train that runs along the Hozugawa River. It's an old fashioned engine that will take you through slow, route through Arashiyama and its forests, so you can admire the gorgeous scenery going by. Drop by the iconic Sagano Bamboo Forest and listen to the unique sounds of the wind before your last stop at the Togetsukyo Bridge.Okochi-Sanso The main house here is one of the finest examples of traditional Japanese residential architecture anywhere and the teahouse is a wabi-sabi gem.

Tea Ceremony Experience in Kyoto:Learn how to make and taste delicious matcha tea with a view of the scenic Kamogawa River area and various stories about tea. A Japanese tea instructor will carefully explain how to make tea.

Koyasan Okunoin The heart of Mt. Koya. Kobo Daishi (Kukai), the founder of Shingon Buddhism and one of the most revered persons in the religious history of Japan, rests here. Also, many prominent personalities' graves line by the approach to Okunoin for several hundred meters through the forest.Kongobu-ji TempleThe main headquarters for the Shingon Sect, which has 4,000 temples throughout Japan and more than 10 million followers worldwide. Visitors can see religious artifact, fusuma sliding door paintings, as well as a beautiful rock garden representing two dragons flying amongst the clouds.Koyasan Danjo Garan One of the two most sacred sites in Mt. Koya. In the 9th century, Mt. Koya was founded on this very ground. At that time, Kobo Daishi held a groundbreaking ceremony and then dedicated his life to the construction of Danjo Garan.Koyasan Reihokan Museum The Reihokan Museum was built to house and preserve the religious and cultural treasures of Koyasan. The museum's collection consists of thousands of religious works of art. The permanent exhibition displays statues, mandala (paintings representing metaphysical maps of the cosmos), and various other religious tools and paintings, the most notable of which is the scroll depicting the "Reclining Image of Sakyamuni Buddha on His Last Day". Koyasan Daishi Kyokai Daishi Kyokai is the administrative center of Shingon Buddhism, and is responsible for spreading the teachings of Kobo Daishi, the sect's founder. The complex consists of two buildings: Henjoden, a traditional temple hall, that was built in 1915 and is dedicated to Kobo Daishi, and a modern building for administration, lectures and training. An English information desk is available in this building. Visitors can participate in a few activities at Daishi Kyokai, such as receiving Buddhist precepts (jukai) or copying Buddhist scriptures (shakyo). No advance reservations are required.Tokugawa's Mausoleum The mausoleum's two identical buildings took twenty years to be completed and were built in the extravagant style of the early Edo Period with graceful sloping roofs, rich ornamentation, intricate carvings, lacquer and gold leaf. The two buildings stand side by side. The one on the right enshrines Ieyasu and the one on the left Hidetada.

Day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, or explore the surrounding area.

Private transfer between Koyasan and Osaka

Takamatsu Castle, also known as Tamamo Castle, was built in 1590 adjacent to the Seto Inland Sea. It is one of the few Japanese castles built along a waterfront, and features saltwater moats that draw directly from the sea.Naoshima Island is known for its impressive outdoor sculptures, unusual architecture, and modern art museums.  Highlights include the “Polka-Dot Pumpkin” statue, Lee Ufan Art Museun,Benesse House Museum.

The Chichu Art Museum is a museum that focuses on the rethinking of relationship between nature and people. Naoshima Pavilion A pavilion reminiscent of a oating island Adding a twenty-eighth island to Naoshima’s twenty-seven,this pavilion is comprised of approximately 250 stainless steel mesh triangles. Okayama Castle also known as "crow castle" due to its black exterior, was built in 1597 in the style of the Azuchi-Momoyama Period. The original castle was destroyed in the last year of World War 2, but a reconstruction was made in 1966. Korakuen is a beautiful landscape garden and Okayama's main attraction. Along with Kanazawa's Kenrokuen and Mito's Kairakuen, Korakuen is ranked as one of Japan's three best landscape gardens.

On this tour, you can enjoy the visit to the World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima and Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Dome, the place of prayer for peace on this leisurely tour. * Hiroshima is the principal city of the Chugoku Region and home to over a million inhabitants.Miyajima is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima. It is most famous for its giant torii gate, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan's three best views.

Himeji Castle is regarded as the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese castle architecture, comprising a network of 83 rooms with advanced defensive systems from the feudal period. The castle is frequently known as "White Egret Castle" or "White Heron Castle" because of its brilliant white exterior and supposed resemblance to a bird taking flight.

Day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, or explore the surrounding area.

Transfer service between Kyoto and KIX airport with private English speaking driver guide.