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9 Days In Depth Cultural Japan Small Group Tour (4 Star Hotel Rooms)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Osaka to Kyoto

    Osaka to Kyoto
    Start point
    600-8357, 下京区, 京都市, Kyoto, Japan (Kyoto Tokyu Hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (KYOTO TOKYU HOTEL)

    Optional Activities

    • Airport pick-up service from Osaka airport to Kyoto hotel
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  2. Day 2

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (KYOTO TOKYU HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
    • Visit Nijo Castle
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nijo Castle
    • City-to-city transportation by luxury coach bus
    Landmarks
    Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
    Nijo Castle
    Ninomaru Garden
  3. Day 3

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (KYOTO TOKYU HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • Explore Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka historic streets
    • Visit Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine)
    • Explore Gion district
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to listed attractions
    • City-to-city transportation by luxury coach bus
    Landmarks
    Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    Otowa Waterfall
    Ninenzaka
    Sannenzaka
    Yasaka Shrine
    Gion district
  4. Day 4

    Kyoto - Nara - Osaka

    Kyoto - Nara - Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (OSAKA EXCEL HOTEL TOKYU)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Todai-ji Temple
    • Visit Nara Park
    • Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine
    • Visit Osaka Castle Park
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to listed attractions
    • City-to-city transportation by luxury coach bus

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Shinsekai district and Tsutenkaku Tower
    Landmarks
    Todai-ji Temple
    Great Buddha Hall
    Nara Park
    Kasuga Taisha Shrine
    Osaka Castle Park
    Tenshukaku (Osaka Castle Keep)
    West Bailey Garden
    Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street
    Dotonbori
    Shinsekai
    Tsutenkaku Tower
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  5. Day 5

    Osaka - Hiroshima - Osaka

    Osaka - Hiroshima - Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (OSAKA EXCEL HOTEL TOKYU)

    Included Activities

    • Travel by Shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima
    • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
    • Visit A-Bomb Dome
    • Ferry to Miyajima Island
    • Visit Itsukushima Shrine
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to listed attractions
    • Local public transportation
    • Travel by Shinkansen (bullet train) back to Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
    Landmarks
    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
    A-Bomb Dome
    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
    Miyajima Island
    Itsukushima Shrine
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  6. Day 6

    Osaka to Tokyo

    Osaka to Tokyo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu)

    Included Activities

    • Travel by Shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo
  7. Day 7

    Tokyo - Lake Kawaguchi - Tokyo

    Tokyo - Lake Kawaguchi - Tokyo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Arakurayama Sengen Park
    • Visit Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
    • Lake Kawaguchi scenic boat cruise
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to listed attractions
    • City-to-city transportation by luxury coach bus

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along Lake Kawaguchi lakeshore
    • Explore parks, art galleries, and museums near Lake Kawaguchi
    Landmarks
    Mount Fuji
    Arakurayama Sengen Park
    Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
    Lake Kawaguchi
  8. Day 8

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • Visit Shibuya Crossing
    • Visit Senso-ji Temple
    • Visit Kaminarimon Gate
    • Explore Nakamise Shopping Street
    • Visit Tsukiji Fish Market (outer market)
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Admission to listed attractions
    • City-to-city transportation by luxury coach bus

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hachiko statue outside Shibuya Station
    Landmarks
    Meiji Jingu Shrine
    Shibuya Crossing
    Shibuya Station
    Hachiko statue
    Senso-ji Temple
    Kaminarimon Gate
    Nakamise Shopping Street
    Hozomon Gate
    Tokyo Skytree
    Tsukiji Fish Market
  9. Day 9

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    End point
    渋谷区, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan (SHIBUYA EXCEL HOTEL TOKYU)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Airport drop-off service from hotel to airport

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  • alifarooqseo5.0July 2026
    The booking process was straightforward and easy to follow. I liked how ghr intimacy summarized the fkight and how...
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    Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
    Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found the booking process simple and convenient. We’re glad our organized flight and hotel details helped make your travel planning easier. We truly appreciate your support and hope to assist you again soon!
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  • Ayesha5.0July 2026
    Our family had an incredible experience on this 9-day Japan cultural tour. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned,...
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    James5.0July 2026
    One of the best travel experiences of my life was the 9 Days In-Depth Cultural Japan tour. The plan wasn't just about...
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    Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted that our 9 Days In-Depth Cultural Japan tour helped you discover Japan’s traditions and hidden charms. Your kind words mean a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you again!
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  • Caroline5.0June 2026
    My time on this tour was great, I would recommend it to any visitor to this area. From the time of pick-up everything...
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    Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
    Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're delighted you enjoyed the itinerary, our guide, and the overall experience. It means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us.
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  • Marlene4.0May 2026
    Content was sufficient. Much of the outdoor walking was not for persons with some degree of difficulty. Guide...
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    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
    Thank you so much for your honest feedback. We’re glad the guide was well-prepared, informative, and took the time to answer your questions. We also appreciate your comments regarding the outdoor walking routes and accessibility. We will carefully review and make adjustments to improve the experience for future guests. Thank you again for traveling with UME Travel!
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  • Anthony5.0July 2025
    Great tour. Saw everything I wanted to see in Japan, without feeling overwhelmed. I would recommend this tour to...
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    Rick

    Asked on June 25th, 2026

    Do you offer this tour (or similar) starting in Tokyo and ending in Osaka? I can do a departure on or after 17th September, but I need to start in Tokyo. Please let me know.

    Tour Details
    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten June 2026

      We do have a tour that matches your requirements starting in Tokyo and ending in Osaka. This departure has a confirmed date on 19th September, which fits your travel period. Please kindly note that this itinerary currently includes all the main highlights except Hiroshima. However, we can easily extend the program for you by adding: An extra night in Osaka, A Hiroshima day trip or extension. This way, the route will still work perfectly as Tokyo → Kyoto → Osaka end, just with more flexibility based on your interests.

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      Rick

      TravelerWritten June 2026

      the trip I need is for September 2026, not 2027. As previously confirmed, I arrive in Tokyo on morning of 17th September 2026 and leave Osaka evening of 29th September. I am therefore ideally looking for a 13 day plan, or shorter if necessary as I can add nights in Tokyo before the start, or add nights in Osaka at the end. Please let me know if you have anything that meets that criteria.

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    Tyler

    Asked on February 2nd, 2026

    Could you please provide a quote for the following services: airport transfers, geisha excursion, sumo excursion, tea ceremony excursion, and Pokémon store visit? Additionally, could you inform us of what is included in the basic insurance?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten February 2026

      7-seater Vehicle – Airport Transfer (One Way): Tokyo city ↔ Haneda Airport: USD150 per trip, Tokyo city ↔ Narita Airport: USD225 per trip. Geisha Performance + Tea Ceremony Experience: USD262 per person. This is a non-private experience (no transfer included). Please note that some venues may not accept children. Optional on-site English interpretation is available at an additional USD70 per hour, with a minimum booking of 2 hours. Subject to availability (not guaranteed). Sumo Lunch Experience: USD188 per person. This is a non-private experience (no transfer included). Drinks and alcoholic beverages are to be paid by guests on-site. The menu cannot be pre-selected. Includes a sumo wrestler performance. Please note that during official sumo tournament periods, this experience may not be available, as the wrestlers may be away competing. Our Japan small group tours do not include insurance. Guests are required to purchase travel insurance on their own in their home country.

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      Tyler

      TravelerWritten February 2026

      Is the transfer from Tokyo city to HND $150 per person ($150 for me & $150 for my son)?

      Your brochure states that insurance is included once you begin the tour and when the tour ends.

    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten February 2026

      The transfer fee of USD 150 is per trip and covers both passengers. Regarding the insurance, this is a standard format shown for all our trip. However, please kindly note that the small group tour does not include travel insurance. We would suggest purchasing travel insurance directly through TourRadar, or alternatively from any provider of your choice in your home country.

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    Liam

    Asked on February 1st, 2026

    Will we be able to 1) have a traditional tea w geishas 2) sumo demonstration and Pokémon store?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten February 2026

      As this tour is a group tour, the itinerary and included activities are fixed. We're not able to add extra activities such as a traditional tea experience with geishas, a sumo demonstration, or additional shopping stops (like the Pokémon Store) into the arranged schedule.

      However, if you have free time during the tour or after the tour ends, you are more than welcome to arrange these activities independently at your convenience.

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    Sarah

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Is this date available? Is insurance included on the actual tour?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten February 2026

      Yes, the date start from 16th June and end on 24th June is available, but the insurance is not included in the tour price. You can buy the insurance seperately from Tour Radar page.

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    Jose

    Asked on November 17th, 2025

    What is the physical activity on this tour? and when traveling between cities, how is the customers' luggage handled?

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten November 2025

      Overall, this itinerary is designed to be quite comfortable, with most days arranged in a relaxed and easy-paced manner. Day 2, 3, 4, 9, and 10 include private vehicle transportation, making the days smooth and convenient with minimal walking required. Day 7 in Hiroshima involves sightseeing by public transportation with walking at a moderate level. For luggage, you would only need to manage your own luggage on Day 1 (airport to hotel), Day 8 (hotel to station to Tokyo hotel), and final day (hotel to airport).

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      Jose

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      On the 8th day, will travelers need to bring their luggage on the train from Hiroshima to Tokyo? If so, what accommodations are available for those who either do not wish to carry their own luggage or have luggage that is too large for easy handling during train travel? Additionally, I have noticed that only breakfasts are included in the tour package. What guidance is provided to participants regarding their lunches and dinners?

    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten November 2025

      You do not need to take your luggage to Hiroshima. For lunch and dinner, our guide will give you suggestions when you meet with him. Transfer costs are: Kansai Airport to Kyoto is USD240 per van per way, and Tokyo hotel to Narita or Haneda Airports is USD300 per van per way.

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    Denise

    Asked on November 12th, 2025

    Question since this was offered as level 3 or level 4 grade hotels does this mean there will be two groups and a morning pick up drop off of the other group each day?, I am interested to see the cost of holiday if grade 3 hotels chosen, listing etc. So yes still interested, at this early stage have you any idea of group size? Yes must leave 23June 2026 as in Singapore for function on the 20th June, could possibly start on 22nd if required. Yes am looking at all options

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten November 2025

      The group size will not exceed 16 people, but typically we have around 8 travelers per group. This tour only includes 4-star hotels, and everyone stays together in the same group — there are no separate pickups or drop-offs for different hotel levels. For June 2026, there are currently three available departure dates: June 9, June 16, and June 23. You may choose whichever best fits your schedule.

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    Connie

    Asked on July 24th, 2025

    Is this tour still available? Is it definitely going? I can take a bullet train to Kyoto to start the trip. There is no solo traveler option on the booking page. How much additional is the single supplement and how would I book, given that the room offered requires 2 travelers. I am also open to being paired with another female.

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    • UME Travel Co. LtdOperatorWritten July 2025

      Upon checking availability, I regret to inform you that all of our small group tours are currently fully booked due to the high season. The earliest available dates for new bookings will be after August 3rd.

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