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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tokyo

    Start point
    12 浅草3丁目4番 台東区, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan (Meet your group in front of the hostel)
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner with group)
    Accommodation
    Hostel (TenTen Guesthouse in Asakusa)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner with group

    Optional Activities

    • Evening drinks at a local bar
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  2. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Meals
    Lunch (Sushi lunch made during masterclass)
    Accommodation
    Hostel (TenTen Guesthouse in Asakusa)

    Included Activities

    • Sushi masterclass with lunch
    • Visit Meiji Shrine
    • Visit Harajuku District
    • Visit Shibuya Crossing
    • Visit Japanese arcade

    Optional Activities

    • Kartoon Karting (must be pre-booked)
    Landmarks
    Meiji Shrine
    Harajuku District
    Shibuya Crossing
    Hachiko Statue
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  3. Day 3

    Tokyo

    Accommodation
    Hostel (TenTen Guesthouse in Asakusa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Yanaka Ginza
    • Visit Akihabara - Japan's electric town
    • Visit Japanese arcade
    • Visit Sensoji Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Akihabara Maid Cafe (can be booked with Adventure Leader)
    • Sumo experience with dinner (must be pre-booked)
    • Dinner at Hoppy Street with izakaya and doburoku
    Landmarks
    Yanaka Ginza
    Akihabara
    Sensoji Temple
    Nakamise-dori Street
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  4. Day 4

    Mt Fuji - Shimoyoshida - Oshino Hakkai

    Accommodation
    Hostel (TenTen Guesthouse in Asakusa)

    Included Activities

    • Hike up to Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
    • Visit Oshino Hakkai Village
    Landmarks
    Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
    Oshino Hakkai
    Mt Fuji
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  5. Day 5

    Tokyo to Shimoda

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ocean View Hiromi SPA Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Shimoda Bay sightseeing cruise
    • Discover Perry Road
    • Visit Museum of Black Ships (MoBS)
    • Visit Ryosenji Temple
    • Take Shimoda Ropeway
    • Onsen experience
    Landmarks
    Shimoda Bay
    Perry Road
    Museum of Black Ships (MoBS)
    Ryosenji Temple
    Shimoda Ropeway
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  6. Day 6

    Shimoda - Atami - Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hostel (K’s House Hostel Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Karaoke night

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Atami - seaside city on Japan's Izu Peninsula
    Landmarks
    Atami
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  7. Day 7

    Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hostel (K’s House Hostel Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
    • Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Orientation walk through Gion

    Optional Activities

    • Explore shops around Kiyomizu
    • Nishiki Market
    • Teramachi shops
    • Samurai Ninja Museum
    • GEAR Non-verbal Theater
    • Tea ceremony with a geisha
    • Kimono rental
    Landmarks
    Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    Gion
    Nishiki Market
    Teramachi
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  8. Day 8

    Kyoto

    Accommodation
    Hostel (K’s House Hostel Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Calligraphy class

    Optional Activities

    • Visit temples along Philosopher's Path
    • Visit Bamboo Forest in Arashiyama
    • Hike to Monkey Park
    • Visit Tenryu-ji Temple
    • Visit Nara Deer Park
    • Visit Todaiji Temple
    • Tea ceremony with a geisha
    • Ninja and Samurai Museum
    • Kimono rental
    Landmarks
    Philosopher's Path
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    Monkey Park
    Tenryu-ji Temple
    Nara Park
    Todaiji Temple
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  9. Day 9

    Kyoto to Hiroshima

    Meals
    Lunch (Quick lunch during cycling tour)
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Webase Hiroshima Hostel)

    Included Activities

    • Kyoto cycling tour
    • Meditation session led by Buddhist monk
    • Tea ceremony (at Zen temple)
    • Visit The Golden Pavilion at Kinkaku-ji

    Optional Activities

    • Okonomiyaki dinner (can be booked with Adventure Leader)
    Landmarks
    Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
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  10. Day 10

    Hiroshima - Miyajima Island

    Accommodation
    Hostel (Webase Hiroshima Hostel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Miyajima Island
    • Discover The Floating Torii Gate
    • Take The Miyajima Ropeway
    • Visit The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum & Atomic Bomb Dome

    Optional Activities

    • Hike down Mt Misen through forest trails
    Landmarks
    Miyajima Island
    Floating Torii Gate
    Mt Misen
    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
    Atomic Bomb Dome
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  11. Day 11

    Hiroshima - Okayama - Osaka

    Accommodation
    Hotel (R Hotel Namba Osaka)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kurashiki Bikan Quarter
    • Visit Korakuen Garden

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Shinsekai District
    Landmarks
    Kurashiki Bikan Quarter
    Korakuen Garden
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  12. Day 12

    Osaka

    Meals
    Dinner (Special farewell dinner with group)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (R Hotel Namba Osaka)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk to Shinsaibashi

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Osaka Castle
    • Browse and snack through Umeda
    • Visit National Museum
    Landmarks
    Shinsaibashi
    Osaka Castle
    Umeda
    National Museum
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  13. Day 13

    Osaka

    End point
    大阪市, Osaka, Japan (Check out from hostel, 08:00 - 11:00)
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  • 13-Day Japan Tour: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & Beyond reviewer 1
    May 1st, 2026
    Traveled in April 2026
  • R
    April 30th, 2026
    Great tour for beginners. A lot of places and great organization
    Traveled in April 2026
  • R
    April 27th, 2026
    Absolutely wonderful trip Oliver our hide was awesome !! The destinations of the golden route are awesome !! We got...
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  • P
    April 21st, 2026
    Really enjoyed the trip! It has always been on my bucket list to see Japan and I was not disappointed AT ALL! Be...
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  • C
    April 13th, 2026
    Good when it’s a nice weather,but it’s raining most of the time during our tour 😔
    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: The Dragon Trip
    Sorry to hear the weather wasn't on your side this time. We appreciate you leaving a positive review regardless of the rain.
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  • S
    April 10th, 2026
    Really well made itinerary covering the more well known touristy spots, as well as going further into less travelled...
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    Traveled in March 2026
  • C
    April 10th, 2026
    Excellent introduction to Japan! A packed itinerary showcasing the beauty of Japan. You get the Tokyo, Kyoto,...
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  • L
    March 14th, 2026
    13 days flew by on this tour. This tour really helped us find our bearings for visiting Japan, from navigating public...
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    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: The Dragon Trip
    We're really happy to hear you had such a great time on the trip! Thanks for offering your trips and advice for future travellers. It really helps us when you offer a personal insight from the trip. We hope you'll join us on another trip in the future.
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  • V
    March 14th, 2026
    Good mix of exploring the city and seeing the historic parts of Japan
    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: The Dragon Trip
    Thanks for sharing all your beautiful photos. It looks like you had a great time! We really appreciate your 5-star review. Please join us on another Dragon Trip in the future.
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  • 13-Day Japan Tour: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & Beyond reviewer 10
    January 24th, 2026
    It was well paced with lots of free time to explore the things you want to after being shown around the area. The...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: The Dragon Trip
    Thanks so much for your all round 5-star review! We're really happy to hear you had such a wonderful time in Japan with Ricardo. We're glad to hear you had lots of time to explore Japan.
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    Lynda

    Asked on March 24th, 2026

    I have a spanish speaker client interested in this tour any chance we can book with a spanish speaker guide?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten March 2026

      I'm afraid we don't have any Spanish speaking trips available. We only have English speaking trips.

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    George

    Asked on March 4th, 2026

    The traveller is over the age of 55 but is very fit and can do the trip.

    Age Range
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten March 2026

      Could you please confirm the exact age of the traveller? This will help us assess the suitability of the tour.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten March 2026

      For this particular departure, we've previously been informed that a private room upgrade would be required, as dorm rooms are no longer available. Additionally, activities on Day 4 of the tour to Mount Fuji would also unfortunately be unavailable.

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      George

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      He is 55 years old, physically fit, and an active cyclist. The traveler is asking if it's possible to arrange tickets to Haneda using the bullet train.

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    Heidi

    Asked on February 16th, 2026

    This tour hits all my wants - however, I am 70 years old - do you have a similar tour which would be suitable for an older person? I think the only area which probably wouldn't work for me is sleeping on the floor

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    Age Range
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten February 2026

      We'd be happy to welcome you on our Japan Plus 11-Day Culture Tour: Golden Route & Beyond. This trip uses comfortable hotels as the standard accommodation and can accommodate guests aged 18-75.

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    Tracey

    Asked on February 8th, 2026

    I'm interested in local market cherry blossoms, more nature and local places instead

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      Tracey

      TravelerWritten February 2026

      Can I skip Hiroshima is other option ? And when we going to the hit spring bath ??

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten February 2026

      Shimoda is more rural than other destinations on this trip. The accommodation in Shimoda is where you will get to experience a Japanese onsen. During the trip, your adventure leader will be able to offer advice on where to visit markets during the cherry blossom season. I'd need to check with my team to see if we're able to adjust the itinerary so that you don't visit Hiroshima, but we could only do this if you're to spend extra time in Kyoto or Osaka. What date would you like to visit Japan during the cherry blossom season? There's limited availability for dates in March and there may be additional costs to get you onto the trip since the trip dates for March are very close and March is peak season to visit Japan.

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    Bianca

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Do I get a personal guide for the group trip?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten February 2026

      The trip includes an adventure leader who will join you on the trip. They'll be there to assist you with getting from each location along with helping with check in at the accommodation.

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten February 2026

      I was asking is it possible to get a personal guide ?

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten February 2026

      We wouldn't be able to do this trip as private trip for only 1 person. It's something we might consider for a group of 4 though. We still have lots of availability for you to join our group tour and if you'd like to, you can upgrade your room to a private room so you have your own space in the evenings (excluding 1 night in Shimoda during the unique onsen stay).

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    Donald

    Asked on January 29th, 2026

    I'm interested in tour 13 but I don't like that you limit age and I'm 61, very fit working 5/7 with 12 hour shifts. Is it a problem for accommodation if I travel on my own?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2026

      The recommended age range for this trip is 18-55, however, we can sometimes be flexible with this. This trip can involve walking up to 20,000 steps most days and you would be expected to be able to keep up with the group as we need to stick to a strict schedule. The majority of guests that join this trip expect to join a group of younger people, with the average age in their 20's and early 30's. The standard accommodation is hostels. If you opt for a private room upgrade, you will still be expected to stay for 1 night in a 4 or 8 bed dorm in Shimoda during the onsen stay. We can't guarantee which room size you will be in as this will depend on availability at the time.

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    Brett

    Asked on January 25th, 2026

    Is it possible to organise luggage transfers between hostels rather than carrying my own luggage on public transport?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2026

      Unfortunately, we're unable to arrange luggage transport between hostels and destinations.

      We'd always recommend travelling with a backpack rather than a suitcase, as it's much easier to manage in crowded areas and when hopping on and off multiple modes of transport. Packing as light as possible will make the whole trip much more comfortable in the long run.

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    Adrian

    Asked on January 20th, 2026

    Can people aged 61 and 62 participate in this tour if they are very athletic?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2026

      The recommended age range for this trip is 18-55, however, we can sometimes be flexible with this. Please note the following: This trip can be spent walking up to 20,000 steps most days and you would be expected to be able to keep up with the group as we need to stick to a strict schedule. Although the recommended age range is 18-55, the majority of guests that join this trip expect to join a group of younger people. The majority of guests that have joined for this trip are in their 20's and early 30's. The standard accommodation is hostels. If you opt for a private room upgrade, you will still be expected to stay for 1 night in a 4 or 8 bed dorm in Shimoda during the onsen stay. We can't guarantee which room size you will be in as this will depend availability at the time. If you're happy with the above, and are still keen to join this trip, we would need for you to complete our tour suitability form which is intended to help you understand the type of trip you'll be joining and help us understand if we think the trip will be a good fit for you. We wouldn't want to recommend you something we don't think you'll enjoy. As an alternative, you might be interested to join our Japan Plus 11-Day Culture Tour: Golden Route & Beyond which can accommodate guests aged 18-75 and uses comfortable hotel rooms as standard accommodation.

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    Kristen

    Asked on January 17th, 2026

    What would be the best time / season to visit join the tour?

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2026

      Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) are generally the most popular times to visit Japan. Spring is famous for cherry blossoms, while autumn has great weather and beautiful autumn colours. If you prefer fewer crowds, then early March and late May are also very good options.

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    Victor

    Asked on January 17th, 2026

    what the single supplement is and if there are any hostel accommodation - I only want hotels minimum 3 stars and no shared rooms or bathrooms - so private room with probate bathroom is essential.

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    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2026

      This trip uses hostels as the standard accommodation, with the option to upgrade to a private room within a hostel environment. If you're looking for 3-star accommodation with a single supplement and your own bathroom, the our Japan Plus 11-Day Culture Tour: Golden Route & Beyond is the best trip for you.

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