9 Super Experiences!

Our genuine experts explored the destinations time and again and finally worked out the itinerary taking you to experience the highlights in various ways that others might miss.

pic Sumida River Elegance: A Scenic Cruise to Tsukiji & Beyond

Experience the charm of Tokyo from the water with a Sumida River Cruise, culminating in a visit to the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market.

pic Nikko's Cultural Expedition: Shrines, Temples & Natural Wonders

Discover Nikko's spiritual heritage at Tosho-gu and Rinnoji Temple, marvel at the Kegon Falls, and relax by the serene Lake Chuzenji

pic Mount Fuji and Beyond: A Journey through Nature and Culture

Uncover the beauty of West Lake Village, Oshino Hakkai, and Narusawa Ice Cave, capped with a visit to the serene ArakurayamaSengen Shrine.

pic Ramen Revelry: Tokyo's Ultimate Noodle Street

Dive into a world of flavors on Tokyo's Ramen Street. Sample a variety of authentic, mouth-watering ramen bowls in this culinary hotspot

pic Experience one day life as a local

The Tsukiji Fish Market for fresh seafood and produce, here you can Taste freshly-prepared finger food

pic Tokyo's Tail-Wagging Tribute: Hachiko Statue & Sky Views

Pay homage to the loyal Hachiko at his bronze statue and ascend the Shibuya Sky Observation Deck for breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo.

pic Hakone's Heavenly Escapade: Cable Cars, Valleys, and Cruises

Experience the thrill of the Tozan Cable Car, the mystique of Owaku-dani Valley, the tranquility of Lake Ashi, and a memorable Hakone Sightseeing Cruise.

pic Kyoto's Historic Harmony: Temples, Castles, and Matcha Streets

Explore Kyoto's rich history at Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle, and indulge in the traditional flavors of Uji Matcha Street.

pic Traditional Japanese ryokan and onsen in Hakone with special dinner

A variety of outdoor baths offering excellent views out onto the woodland and forest that surrounds the onsen

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Day 1 - Welcome to Japan!

Today you will fly to Tokyo. On arrival, your driver will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car to ensure your arrival is worry-free.

Accommodation: Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)

Day 2 - Shibuya's Iconic Landmarks and Savor Ramen Delights | Shibuya hachiko, Shibuya Sky Observation Deck, Harajuku, Meiji Jingu Shrine(Private Guide)

one of Japan's unofficial landmarks, the Hachiko statue in Shibuya is a homage to the faithful Akita dog who waited at Shibuya Station every day for his master, even after his death. Today, it’s one of the most popular meeting places in Tokyo.Shibuya Sky Observation Deck on the rooftop, observe Tokyo from the "Sky Edge," where you can look down at the cityscape without any obstruction.Harajuku refers to the area around Tokyo's Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historical sites of interest.Meiji Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji 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.

Harajuku
Harajuku
Shibuya hachiko
Shibuya hachiko
Shibuya Sky Observation Deck
Shibuya Sky Observation Deck
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Accommodation: Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)

Day 3 - Tokyo City Center Discover| Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa food tour, Water bus, Odaiba Marine Park&Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge, Yurikamome (Private Guide)

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.This Senso-ji and Asakusa food tour is family-friendly.  If you're a foodie, you should try some of the local street food such as takoyaki (octopus balls), yakisoba (stir-fried noodles), the Asakusa-specialty monjayaki (savory pancake), and taiyaki (fish-shaped waffles filled with sweet bean paste).You'll ride Tokyo Mizube Line's comfortable water bus that will allow you to move freely in this thrilling scenic ride.   You can choose between the Asakusa to Odaiba route. Some of Tokyo's top sights including the Tokyo Sky Tree, Tsukiji Bridge, Rainbow Bridge, and more!   The cruise can be done in under an hour allowing you to use your free time to explore more of either Asakusa or Odaiba. Odaiba Marine Park&Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge is a public park that stretches around the Tokyo Bay.  The roughly 800m long artificial coastline of Odaiba Beach hosts a number of marine sports for visitors to enjoy, such as windsurfing. The park also has a rocky beach area.Best of all, the Odaiba Marine Park offers you fantastic views of Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge, which provides the connecting link between mainland Tokyo and the island.The New Transit Yurikamome is a driverless, automated transit service linking Shimbashi to Toyosu, via Odaiba across the Rainbow Bridge in Tokyo. The name Yurikamome comes from the black-headed seagull found in Tokyo Bay, which is the official prefectural bird.

Sensoji Temple
Sensoji Temple
Asakusa Food Experience
Asakusa Food Experience
Sumida River Cruise
Sumida River Cruise
Odaiba Marine Park&Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge
Odaiba Marine Park&Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge
Yurikamome Line
Yurikamome Line
Accommodation: Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)

Day 4 - Nikko's Sacred Nature | Tosho-gu Shrine, Rinnoji Temple, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji(Private Guide)

Embark on a day tour to TochigiNikko, a picturesque town in Japan's Tochigi Prefecture, brimming with cultural attractions. Visit the Toshogu Shrine, a splendid Shinto shrine honoring Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate. Marvel at the Kegon Falls, a natural wonder created by lava-flow redirection of the Daiya River. Conclude your journey with a choice between the tranquil Chuzenji Lake, offering breathtaking views of Mount Nantai, or the rejuvenating experience of Nikko Hot Spring.

Toshogu Shrine
Toshogu Shrine
Rinnoji Temple
Rinnoji Temple
Kegon Falls
Kegon Falls
Lake Chuzenji
Lake Chuzenji
Accommodation: Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)

Day 5 - Mystical Gems: West Lake to Frozen Caves | West Lake Village, Oshino Hakkai, Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave, and Arakurayama Sengen Shrine(Private Guide)

Explore the enchanting West Lake Village, a picturesque thatched cottage haven near Mount Fuji. Discover Oshino Hakkai's eight crystal-clear ponds, fed by Fuji's snowmelt, and the ancient Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave, set in the mystical Aokigahara forest. Conclude at Arakurayama Sengen Park, famed for its springtime cherry blossoms framing Fuji and the five-storied pagoda, offering stunning views by day and mesmerizing city lights at night.

West Lake Village
West Lake Village
Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave
Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave
Sengen Shrine
Sengen Shrine
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai
Accommodation: Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika

Day 6 - Hakone's Scenic Odyssey | Tozan Cable Car, Owaku-dani Valley, Lake Ashi, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, and Hakone Shrine(Private Guide)

Experience the thrill of the Shinkansen from Odawara to Kyoto, with tickets included. Explore Hakone, Kanto's premier attraction, on a 'Hakone Day Tour'. Sail across Lake Ashino on the 'Hakone Pirate Ship', enjoying majestic views of Mt. Fuji. Ascend via the 'Hakone Ropeway' to Owakudani, a site with stunning vistas, born from a volcanic eruption 4,000 years ago. Witness the lingering white smoke and sulfur scent at Owakudani, and seize the chance to purchase the legendary black jade, believed to extend life by seven years!

Owaku-dani Valley
Owaku-dani Valley
Lake Ashi
Lake Ashi
Hakone Sightseeing cruise
Hakone Sightseeing cruise
Hakone Shrine
Hakone Shrine
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Day 7 - Kyoto's Golden Treasures | Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle(Private Guide)

Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Founded in 778, Kiyomizu-temple is one of Kyoto's oldest monasteries and was added to the World Heritage List in 1994. The Shimizu stage hanging in front of this hall is a precious cultural relic of Japan, surrounded by green trees. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, which is one of the famous places for appreciating cherry blossoms in Kyoto. In autumn, it becomes a holy place for appreciating maple trees.With its gleaming gold tiers reflected in the lake below and a backdrop of forests and twisted pines, Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) is an enchanting sight.  Dating back to the 14th century, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Kyoto’s most popular attractions and among Japan’s most visited temples.Nijo Castle was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867). His grandson Iemitsu completed the castle's palace buildings 23 years later and further expanded the castle by adding a five story castle keep. After the Tokugawa Shogunate fell in 1867, Nijo Castle was used as an imperial palace for a while before being donated to the city and opened up to the public as a historic site. Its palace buildings are arguably the best surviving examples of castle palace architecture of Japan's feudal era, and the castle was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1994.

Nanzen-ji Temple Junsei yu-dofu:

Nanzen-ji Temple Junsei yu-dofu main specialties of boiled "yudofu" tofu and yuba (tofu skin), we prepare our dishes so that our guests can experience Kyoto's four seasons with all five senses, to fill not only the stomach, but the heart as well.

*Meals not included Refer to meal fee 3600~6000JPY per person

*This restaurant operates on a reservation basis.   You can cancel your reservation free of charge up to 14 days in advance;   otherwise, a cancellation fee will apply.


Kiyomizu-dera
Kiyomizu-dera
Kinkaku-ji
Kinkaku-ji
Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle
Accommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Day 8 - Kyoto to Nara: Cultural Journey, overnight in Osaka | Fushimi Inari Shrine, Uji Matcha Street, Nara Park(Private Guide)

Embark on a historical journey to Fushimi Inari Taisha, dating back to the 8th century and the central hub for about 30,000 Inari shrines across Japan. Then, delve into Uji, renowned for its superior green tea and as one of the pioneering tea cultivation sites in Japan. Your tour continues to Nara Park and Tōdai-ji Temple, both treasured sites in the city's core. Nara Park, famous for its over 1,200 free-roaming deer, is a natural gem that adds to the enchanting experience.

Fushimi Inari Taisha/Red Torii Gates
Fushimi Inari Taisha/Red Torii Gates
Nara Park
Nara Park
Uji Matcha Street
Uji Matcha Street
Accommodation: Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Day 9 - Walking Tour of Osaka's City Delights| Osaka Castle Park, Ninja Experience, Donki Ferris Wheel, Dotonbori, and Japanese Street Food Adventure(Private Guide)

Explore Osaka Castle, built in 1583 on the historic site of the Ishiyama Honganji Temple, demolished by Oda Nobunaga. Then, immerse yourself in a unique experience in Asakusa, dressing as a ninja and learning traditional moves like Shuriken. Marvel at the world's largest and only ovular Ferris wheel, reopened in 2018, located beside the famed Don Quixote store in Dotonbori. This vibrant district, known for shopping and entertainment, transforms at night with neon lights and animated signs. Delight in over 10 exquisite local flavors including Takoyaki, Shioyaki, Kobe Beef, Okonomiyaki, and more, making for an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Ninja experience
Ninja experience
Dotonbori
Dotonbori
street treats
street treats
Donki ferris wheel
Donki ferris wheel
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle
Accommodation: Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Day 10 - Departure

Enjoy your free time until your guide comes to escort you to the airport for your onward flight.

Accommodation

  • 4 Nights in Tokyo
  • 1 Night in Hakone
  • 2 Nights in Kyoto
  • 2 Nights in Osaka
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Room Type:Standard Double Room(27㎡)
Why this Hotel:

Nearby Toyocho Station offers direct subway access to Otemachi and Nihonbashi in about 10 minutes. JR Tokyo Train Station and the Imperial Palace are a 15-minute taxi ride away. Tokyo Sky Tree Tower is a 20-minute drive away, and Tokyo Disney Resort is a 30-minute drive. Airport limousine busses to/from Narita and Haneda airports are offered at an extra charge.

Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Room Type:Room with Tatami Area-2person
Why this Hotel:

Boasting natural hot spring baths, Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika offers guestrooms with modern décor or traditional Japanese ambience. Nakagora Cablecar Station is a 5-minute walk away. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Room Type:Superior Twin Room
Why this Hotel:

Newly opened in August 2016, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae offers accommodations with free WiFi. The hotel is directly connected to JR Kyoto Station and a 4-minute walk away. Laptop rentals are available for in-room use.

Kyoto Ekimae Daiwa Roynet is a 15-minute walk from Toji Temple and a 20-minute train ride from Fushimi Inari Shrine. Kansai International Airport can be reached with a 105-minute bus ride from the property. Nishi and Higashi Hongan-ji temples are respectively a 15 and 10-minute stroll from the hotel.

Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi
Room Type:Superior Twin Room(25㎡)
Why this Hotel:

Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi has a fitness center, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Osaka. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is 1.1 miles from the city center and a 8-minute walk from Namba Shrine.

What's included

AccommodationInternational-standard
Day1-4 Hotel East 21 Tokyo (Okura Hotels & Resorts)
Day5 Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika
Day6-7 Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae
Day8-9 Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast

Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)

  • Well screened Hotels

    Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.

  • Super nice location

    Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.

TransportPrivate & Air-conditioned

All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises

Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space

  • Best-time flight

    No early get up. No late arrival.

  • Better seats

    Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.

GuidePrivate & Professional

Expert English-speaking local guide

MealsSafe & Authentic

All meals specified in the itinerary

  • Satisfying food

    Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!

  • Local specialities

    Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!

  • Little snack

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SupportUseful Package & 24/7 Local Service

Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day

24/7 helpline while you are travelling

ExcursionsAll listed in the above Itnerary

All excursions specified in the itinerary

All entrance fees specified in the itinerary

Not included
Flights

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point.

service

our driver
Professional Guides & Drivers

We offer professional private tour guides with over 10-year experience, well-performed vehicles less than 5-year service life and licensed drivers with 5-year practice. Each of our employees undergoes rigorous screening before they can join our network.

our hotel
Well-selected Scenic spots and Hotel

All the hotels we advised have been inspected by our team and we spend time each year to top up our knowledge on the spot. Continuing Positive feedbacks on them from former customers because of their outstanding and unique characters.

local
Local Available 7/24

You will have our local team's urgency contact number and we are available whenever and wherever. If you meet any problem or need any help, just make a phone call and everything will be settled down at a time.

welcome kit
Warm Welcome Kits

We provide the welcome kits for each customer, you will receive the SIM card, city map, a bottle of drinking water and a cool towel per guest per day for FREE. Get all first-step information and useful tips in one profile and make your first tour simple and easy.