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Explore Japan: Tokyo Tower, Red Toriis & Samurais

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From Tokyo to Osaka
4.0 (4 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Night Flight to Tokyo

    Night Flight to Tokyo
  3. Day 2

    Arrival in Tokyo

    Arrival in Tokyo

    Included Activities

    • Exchange Japan Rail Pass voucher at airport

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Tokyo independently
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  4. Day 3

    Tokyo Highlights

    Tokyo Highlights

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shibuya Crossing
    • Explore Harajuku
    • Visit Yoyogi Park
    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Explore Shinjuku
    Landmarks
    Shibuya Crossing
    Harajuku
    Yoyogi Park
    Meiji Shrine
    Shinjuku
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  5. Day 4

    Tokyo Food & Landmarks

    Tokyo Food & Landmarks

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tsukiji market
    • Visit Imperial Palace
    • Visit Senso-ji Temple (Kannon Temple)
    • Visit Tokyo Skytree

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase Tokyo Skytree ticket on site
    Landmarks
    Tsukiji Market
    Imperial Palace
    Senso-ji Temple
    Tokyo Skytree
    Ginza
    Asakusa
    Nihonbashi
  6. Day 5

    Akihabara & Pop Culture

    Akihabara & Pop Culture

    Included Activities

    • Explore Akihabara

    Optional Activities

    • Visit cosplay cafés
    • Browse manga stores
    • Visit game halls
    Landmarks
    Akihabara
  7. Day 6

    Tokyo to Kanazawa via Shinkansen

    Tokyo to Kanazawa via Shinkansen

    Included Activities

    • Travel on Shinkansen to Kanazawa
    • Visit Higashi Chaya geisha district
    • Visit Nagamachi samurai district
    • Visit Kanazawa Castle
    • Visit Kenrokuen Garden

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional tea ceremony in Gyokusen Inmaru Garden (additional cost)
    Landmarks
    Kanazawa Station
    Higashi Chaya District
    Nagamachi District
    Kanazawa Castle
    Kenrokuen Garden
    Gyokusen Inmaru Garden
    Mount Fuji
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  8. Day 7

    Kanazawa to Kyoto via Shinkansen

    Kanazawa to Kyoto via Shinkansen

    Included Activities

    • Travel on Shinkansen to Kyoto
    • Visit Nishiki market

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through old imperial city
    • Explore Pontocho alley in the evening
    Landmarks
    Nishiki Market
    Kamo River
    Pontocho Alley
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  9. Day 8

    Kyoto Temples & Gardens

    Kyoto Temples & Gardens

    Included Activities

    • Visit Arashiyama bamboo forest

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Tenryu-ji Temple (admission on site)
    • Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
    • Visit Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)
    • Explore Pontocho alley in evening
    Landmarks
    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
    Tenryu-ji Temple
    Kinkaku-ji
    Ginkaku-ji
    Pontocho Alley
    Kamo River
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  10. Day 9

    Kyoto to Himeji & Hiroshima via Shinkansen

    Kyoto to Himeji & Hiroshima via Shinkansen

    Included Activities

    • Travel on Shinkansen to Himeji
    • Visit Himeji Castle
    • Travel on Shinkansen to Hiroshima

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Japanese garden at Himeji
    • Dine at Menme restaurant
    • Visit Peace Park & Atomic Bomb Museum
    • Visit Hiroshima Castle in evening
    Landmarks
    Himeji Castle
    Peace Park
    Atomic Bomb Dome
    Hiroshima Castle
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  11. Day 10

    Miyajima Island & Torii Gate

    Miyajima Island & Torii Gate

    Included Activities

    • Ferry to Miyajima Island
    • Visit Itsukushima Shrine torii gate

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car ride to Shishiiwa viewpoint (payable locally)
    • Hike to Mount Misen (approximately 30 minutes)
    • Dine on Omotesando Street
    • Try Momiji Manju sweet
    Landmarks
    Miyajima Island
    Itsukushima Shrine
    Shishiiwa Viewpoint
    Mount Misen
    Omotesando Street
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  12. Day 11

    Hiroshima to Osaka via Shinkansen

    Hiroshima to Osaka via Shinkansen

    Included Activities

    • Travel on Shinkansen to Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at Shinsaibashi
    • Visit Umeda Sky Building Floating Gardens (ticket costs)
    • Explore Dotonbori in evening
    • Visit Amerika-mura
    Landmarks
    Shinsaibashi
    Umeda Sky Building
    Dotonbori
    Amerika-mura
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  13. Day 12

    Osaka Traditional & Nara

    Osaka Traditional & Nara

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sumiyoshi Shrine

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Nishinomaru Garden with Osaka Castle (payable on site)
    • Travel to Nara Park using Rail Pass
    • Visit Kasuga Shrine (additional cost)
    • Visit Daibutsu at Todai-ji Temple (additional cost)
    • Encounter free-roaming sika deer in park
    Landmarks
    Sumiyoshi Shrine
    Nishinomaru Garden
    Osaka Castle
    Nara Park
    Kasuga Shrine
    Todai-ji Temple
  14. Day 13

    Departure from Osaka

    Departure from Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Floating Gardens at Umeda Sky Building
    • Shop at Shinsaibashi
  15. Day 14

    Arrival Home

    Arrival Home

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  • Imke5.0•June 2025
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    We had a wonderful trip and are thrilled. The organization was very good and the hotels were also very well chosen. A...
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    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Liebe Imke, wie schön zu hören, dass Ihr eine wundervolle Reise hattet und so begeistert zurückgekommen seid! Es freut mich sehr, dass Ihr mit der Organisation und der Hotelauswahl so zufrieden wart – genau das ist unser Anspruch. Ein ganz herzliches Dankeschön für Dein tolles Feedback – das motiviert uns sehr! Herzliche Grüße Hauke von journaway
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    Theodora1.0•January 2025
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    No contact person available in case of problems (typhoon caused the complete cessation of traffic). The trip was...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Dear Theodora, Thank you for sharing your experiences with us - even if it is very unfortunate that the trip was so negative for you. We are sorry that you did not have a contact person on site, especially in such an extraordinary situation as the typhoon. Especially in such moments it is important to receive reliable support - we are aware of this and we take your feedback very seriously. We also regret that there was no satisfactory exchange afterwards. This does not meet our standards of support and service. Even if you have currently decided against another trip with journaway, we thank you for your honest feedback. It helps us to review and improve existing processes. Best regards Britta from journaway
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  • Karl5.0•August 2024
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    My son is a fan of Japan. Reason enough to invite him on a trip. As we wanted to see the cities on our own, we looked...
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    Traveled in August 2024
    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Dear Karl Heinz, How wonderful that you were able to experience this special trip to Japan together! We are very pleased that the organization offered you just the right balance between planning and independence. Tokyo, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Hiroshima/Miyajima and Osaka are impressive places - all the better that you were able to discover not only the sights but also a piece of the Japanese way of life. Perhaps you will soon be drawn back to one of our next adventures? Best regards, Renska from journaway
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  • Getrude5.0•May 2024
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    Everything was great and very uncomplicated, quick and easy processing, the booking confirmation was sent very...
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    Traveled in February 2024
    Review collected by journaway DACH
    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Thank you very much for your great review. I'm glad that everything went well with the booking. How nice that we were also able to help you with any queries. Feel free to contact us at any time if you have any questions. Best regards, Rieke from journaway.
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