7-Day Japan Discovery Tour from Osaka to Tokyo

Welcome to Osaka! Today, you will arrive at Kansai International Airport by plane. Your guide will meet you at the airport. You will be transported by private car to your hotel, where you will rest and prepare for a charming tour of Japan. We hope you will have a pleasant and memorable stay in Japan!

Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Osaka

This morning you will travel to the magnificent Osaka Castle Park. Here, you will visit the iconic Osaka Castle Main Tower (Osaka Castle Museum) and learn about the history and changes of Osaka. From the observation platform of the Osaka Castle Main Tower, you can overlook the whole city of Osaka. If you visit in spring or autumn, you may be attracted by the cherry blossoms or maple leaves in full bloom, which is when Osaka Castle Park is at its best.

Later, you will head to the bustling Shinsaibashisuji and Dotonbori. Strolling around Shinsaibashi, you can experience the fun of shopping. If you like food, you will love Dotonbori. Here you will explore Japanese food culture and taste takoyaki (Japanese fried octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savory Japanese cabbage pancake), and ramen. Many traditional Japanese izakayas, restaurants, and snack stalls can be found here. You'll enjoy Wagyu Yakiniku (Japanese Beef Barbecue) for lunch today.

In the afternoon, your private guide will take you to Nara Park to experience the up-close feeding of deer. Then come to Kasuga Taisha, and enjoy the beautiful architecture and bright natural scenery.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Osaka

After arriving in Kyoto, begin today’s exploration at Kiyomizu-dera, one of Kyoto's older temples. Standing on the Stage of Kiyomizu, you can see the whole city of Kyoto. Stroll through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka and explore the old Machiya architecture.

Walk through the streets of the Gion district with traditional wooden buildings, and then head to Ganko Takasegawa Nijoen for lunch. It’s a quality restaurant with a historic Japanese garden, to enjoy Japan’s artful traditional cuisine Kaiseki, and traditional Japanese dance performances.

After lunch, experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, and visit Kyoto's most famous shrine, Fushimi Inari Shrine. Walk through the passage of Thousand Torii Gates and feel the mysterious cultural atmosphere. Thousand Torii Gates is also a great spot to shoot.

Later, you will be transferred to take Japan’s famous bullet train Shinkansen from Kyoto to Mount Fuji by yourself. Upon arrival, your driver and private vehicle will pick you up to check into the hotel in Yamanashi with views of Mount Fuji.

Kind Reminder:
 1. If Ganko Takasegawa Nijoen is fully booked, we will arrange another century-old restaurant, Torikyu, for you.
 2. The Shinkansen ticket is not included in this package. Your tour guide will assist you in buying the ticket.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Yamanashi

Today, you are going to enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Fuji. You can appreciate the snow-capped peak and volcano and immerse yourself in the embrace of nature. Explore Japanese kimono culture with a stop at the Ichinake Kubota Art Museum at the foot of Mount Fuji. For lunch, you will enjoy Japanese cuisine made with fresh ingredients produced in the Mount Fuji area, reflecting the flavors of the four seasons.

Along the foot of Mount Fuji, head to Lake Yamanaka, Oshino Hakkai and Lake Kawaguchi, where you can take a walk around the lakes and enjoy the magnificent view from different angles and the view of Mount Fuji reflected on the lake. As for dinner, you will enjoy a multi-course Japanese meal, Kaiseki.

Kind Reminder:
If Ichinake Kubota Art Museum is closed, we will arrange Sankeien Garden for you.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Yamanashi

Today you will start your Kamakura tour at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, a beautiful shrine dedicated to Hachiman, the patron saint of samurai. You can have a quiet time here and explore the history and culture of Japan while taking in the scenery on the road. Every April, there is a grand festival centered on the Shinto Shrine.

Walk leisurely through Komachi-dori Street to taste Japan's most authentic snacks and dishes, and pick up beautiful trinkets and souvenirs. Taste the seafood rice bowl for lunch, a specialty food of Kamakura. Later, take a stroll along the coast of Shonan to feel the wind blowing in your face, or surf in the sea. Then take the tram to enjoy the sea view along the way. Then transfer to the hotel in Yokohama.

Kamakura Buddha: The Kamakura Buddha is located in the courtyard of the Kotoku-in, a temple belonging to the pure land sect of Buddhism. It is a bronze-seated statue of Amitabha, which basically retains the original form of the statue.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Yokohama

Today is a discovery about modern urban culture in Japan. You will visit Hotel Gajoen Tokyo (Meguro Gajoen), the shooting location of the oil house in Spirited Away. The hotel’s famous “The Hundred Stairs”, an ascending staircase that leads to exhibitions of different eras and themes, offers a feast of art. It would be great to spend a night in this hotel and experience the trends of modern Japanese literature and art. There are guided art tours available for guests.

Head to Akihabara Electric Town, a colorful street selling manga and anime collectibles, to feel the cultural charm of Japanese manga. This street gathers more than 300 kinds of electronic product stores, model toy stores, anime product stores, and theme cafes, which are a paradise for anime fans. Take a stroll through Ginza, Japan's most iconic bustling shopping district. Finally, head to Shibuya Sky to overlook the sunset of Tokyo from the high-altitude observation deck. To the west, you can look far down on Mount Fuji.

Kind Reminder:
1. If Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is closed, you will be arranged to visit the Nezu Museum or another available museum.
2. If Shibuya Sky is fully booked, you can choose to visit Tokyo Skytree or Tokyo Tower.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Tokyo

This is the end of a pleasant 7-day Japan tour! After breakfast at the hotel, you will have some free time in the morning. Your private tour guide will accompany you to the airport for your flight back home.

Meals: B