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Experience the true soul of Japan on this immersive 12-day small group tour.
From futuristic Tokyo to sacred Kyoto, from Mt. Fuji’s breathtaking landscapes to traditional ryokan stays and Geisha performances — this unforgettable journey blends culture, cuisine, history, and natural beauty.
✔ Small Groups – Maximum 22 Travelers
✔ Roundtrip Flights from Los Angeles
✔ Bullet Train Experience Included
✔ Traditional Ryokan Stay with Kaiseki Dinner
✔ 19 Meals Included
✔ Authentic Cultural Experiences
Perfect for travelers seeking deep cultural immersion with comfort, expert guidance, and seamless travel.
Board your international flight and begin your extraordinary journey to the Land of the Rising Sun.
Welcome to Tokyo, a dazzling metropolis where ancient shrines stand beside neon skyscrapers.
Transfer to your hotel and enjoy time to relax. This evening, meet your Tour Manager for a welcome orientation followed by dinner.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Dinner
Explore the fascinating contrasts of Tokyo.
Begin at the Imperial Palace East Gardens, a serene oasis in the heart of the city. (If closed, visit the Outer Garden and Nijubashi Bridge.)
Walk through the lively Tsukiji Fish Market, famous worldwide for seafood and street food culture.
Participate in a hands-on sushi and sashimi culinary demonstration led by a professional chef. Learn traditional techniques and enjoy your creations for lunch.
Visit the tranquil Meiji Shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.
Drive through iconic Shibuya Crossing, the busiest pedestrian intersection in the world.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Immerse yourself in Japanese artistic traditions.
Learn the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) during a guided lesson with a professional artist.
Visit Sensoji Temple (Asakusa Kannon Temple), Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, marked by its massive red lantern and vibrant Nakamise Street.
Continue to the Tokyo National Museum, home to one of Japan’s largest collections of art and archaeological treasures.
Dinner tonight at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to scenic Hakone National Park, known for its hot springs and views of Mount Fuji.
Visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, showcasing exquisite kimono masterpieces inspired by nature.
Ride the Hakone Ropeway over volcanic landscapes to Owakudani Valley. On clear days, enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Fuji.
Relax with a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
Return to Tokyo in the evening.
Overnight: Tokyo
Meals: Breakfast
Board the legendary Shinkansen bullet train to Kanazawa — an unforgettable Japanese experience.
Stroll through Kenroku-en Garden, considered one of Japan’s three most beautiful gardens.
Tonight, experience authentic Japanese hospitality at a traditional Ryokan in Kaga Onsen, complete with tatami rooms and a multi-course Kaiseki dinner featuring regional specialties.
Overnight: Kaga (Ryokan)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, famous for its distinctive gassho-zukuri thatched-roof farmhouses.
Explore this historic mountain village and its medieval castle ruins.
Continue to Takayama, often called “Little Kyoto,” and tour a traditional sake brewery with tasting.
Arrive at your scenic mountain resort for dinner.
Overnight: Takayama
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the lively Miya River Morning Market, where local farmers and artisans sell fresh produce and handmade crafts.
Explore Takayama’s Old Town (Sanmachi District), featuring preserved Edo-period merchant houses and sake breweries.
Later, travel to historic Kyoto, Japan’s ancient imperial capital.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast
Begin your Kyoto exploration at Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Experience authentic Zen meditation, followed by a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
After lunch, enjoy a traditional Koto music performance.
Explore vibrant Nishiki Market, known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen.”
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit Tenryuji Temple’s Zen Garden in Arashiyama.
Walk through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and enjoy a traditional rickshaw ride.
Explore Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic UNESCO sites.
Dress in an authentic kimono inside a traditional Kyoto home.
In the evening, stroll through Pontocho and Gion, Kyoto’s famous Geisha districts.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel to Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital.
Visit Todai-ji Temple, home to the massive bronze Great Buddha.
Walk through Nara Deer Park, where sacred deer roam freely.
Explore Kasuga Grand Shrine, famous for its lanterns.
Stop at Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of vermilion torii gates.
Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner featuring a traditional Maiko (Geisha apprentice) dance performance.
Overnight: Kyoto
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to Osaka Airport for your return flight.
Meals: Breakfast
✔ Small Group Experience (Max 22 Travelers)
✔ Roundtrip Flights (Los Angeles – Tokyo / Osaka – Los Angeles)
✔ 10 Nights Accommodation
✔ Traditional Ryokan Stay
✔ High-Speed Bullet Train
✔ 19 Meals
✔ Entrance Fees & Guided Sightseeing
✔ English-Speaking Tour Manager
✔ Wireless Touring Headsets
✔ Hotel Taxes & Porterage
Authentic cultural immersion
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Mt. Fuji & Hakone landscapes
Traditional tea ceremony & Zen meditation
Ryokan stay with Kaiseki dinner
Geisha (Maiko) dance performance
Small group access to unique locations
Ideal for culturally curious travelers who want to experience the real Japan beyond the surface.
Discover ancient temples, sacred shrines, breathtaking landscapes, culinary artistry, and centuries-old traditions — all in one extraordinary itinerary.
Limited availability due to small group size.
👉 Book your 12-Day Japan Cultural Tour now and experience Japan like never before.
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