Japan Culture & Food Tour

Upon your arrival in Tokyo, your driver will welcome you at your airport’s arrival hall and get you to your hotel in a private vehicle.

One of our pro English-speaking guides shall assist you throughout your trip.

Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo's largest and most influential spiritual site. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, the Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.

Behold the spectacular Imperial Palace, with limited potential tours of some of the inner grounds. The Imperial East Gardens are open to the public year-round, where visitors are also free to admire the sight of cherry blossoms during peak blooming season.

Visit Tokyo's oldest temple, the majestic 1400-year-old Senso-Ji in Asakusa, a beloved symbol of the city.

The beautiful Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Fuji Five lakes surrounding Mt. Fuji, is also a lively resort town with various tourist attractions including hot springs, museums, and access to the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway. Visitors can also hop aboard the excursion boat Appare for a sightseeing cruise.

Tenjozan Park is a park on the east bank of Lake Kawaguchi. Visitors can access this park by taking a cable car to the middle of the mountain. The peaceful, less crowded nature of this park also provides excellent observation decks to see Mt. Fuji and the town below.

Next, venture to Oshino Hakkai, a cluster of eight springs in the quaint village of Oshino within the Fuji Five Lake region. It’s renowned for its crystal-clear and drinkable spring water, sourced from porous layers of hardened lava.

Embark on a journey through the renowned Tsukiji Fish Market, a world-famous Japanese seafood market that not only offers fresh seafood but also an array of fruits, chicken, vegetables, and more.

Afterward, take a leisurely stroll at Odaiba Marine Park, offering splendid photo opportunities with attractions such as the Rainbow Bridge, a Statue of Liberty replica, and more, all overlooking Tokyo Bay.

Experience Tokyo from the "Sky Edge" at the Shibuya Sky Observation Deck, which offers an unobstructed view of the Tokyo cityscape from above Shibuya.

Pay homage to the infamous Akita dog Hachiko with a visit to his iconic statue in Shibuya.

You'll then board a Shinkansen/Bullet train to Kyoto (2.5 hrs), where you'll then be taken to your hotel.

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, the headquarters of some 30,000 Inari shrines around the country, with a history tracing back to the 8th century. 

Afterwards, head to Nara Park which houses over 1,200 roaming deer which have become a natural treasure, and Tōdai-ji Temple, a splendorous temple complex and World Heritage site known to be one of the Japan’s Seven Great Temples.

Nakatanidou is a renowned shop specializing in traditional mochi, offering live demonstrations of the beloved Japanese treat's creation process. Their pride lies in the dramatic mochi-pounding, or mochitsuki, performed daily at the shop which visitors can gather to watch.

Kuromon Ichiba Fish Market is a vibrant and bustling marketplace located in the Minami area, the southern part of Osaka, Japan. Known for its lively atmosphere and a wide variety of culinary delights, the market is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Here, you can have a taste of not only seafood, but all kinds of Japanese delicacies, including sweets and cakes.

Next, visit the historic Osaka Castle Park, behold the castle itself in all its splendor, and get a glimpse into what life was life as a member of the shogunate.

Guests who visit the Osaka Museum of History can view and engage in a variety of activities that educate on the historic and cultural heritage of Osaka, from ancient times as Japan’s first capital to its contemporary era.

The ultramodern Umeda Sky Building is a landmark of Osaka's Kita Ward. It sprouted up at the end of Japan's economic bubble in 1993. Head up to the uniquely designed observation deck for a picture-perfect view of Osaka’s expansive cityscape!

Enjoy your final day in Japan until your guide arrives to escort you to KIX airport for your departing flight.