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Southern Japan Tours & Trips

Did you know that Southern Japan is different from Tokyo? Kyoto's temples are stunning, Osaka's street food is delicious, Hiroshima's history hits hard, and the art islands in the Seto Inland Sea are unique. These trips balance ancient traditions with modernity, hot springs with bullet trains, gardens with cities. Southern Japan feels slightly less frantic than Tokyo - still Japan but at a gentler pace.

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  1. 13-Day Japan Tour: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & BeyondMap of 13-Day Japan Tour: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka & Beyond
    City & Culture
    Duration 13 days
    DestinationsTokyo, Oshino, Kyoto, Miyajima Island, Hiroshima, Okayama, Osaka
    Age Range Ages 18-55
    OperatorThe Dragon Trip

    From $2,688

    10% Off
    US$2,420
    You save $269
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  2. Japan Express – Osaka to TokyoMap of Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo
    Ancient Wonders
    Duration 9 days
    DestinationsOsaka, Koya-san, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, Kyoto, Hakone, Tokyo
    Age Range Ages 12+
    OperatorG Adventures

    From $3,499

    10% Off
    US$3,149
    You save $350
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  3. Japan Highlights by Bullet Train: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka | 4 StarMap of Japan Highlights by Bullet Train: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka | 4 Star
    City & Culture
    Duration 8 days
    DestinationsTokyo, Kyoto, Osaka
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    OperatorWanderful Holidays LLC

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    US$3,299
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  4. Contrasts of JapanMap of Contrasts of Japan
    City & Culture

    Southern Japan's finest sites stretch from Osaka's Dotonbori to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial. Tour Himeji Castle, wander Kurashiki's historic streets, and visit the sacred Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island.

    Duration 9 days
    DestinationsTokyo, Mount Fuji, Kawaguchiko, Iyashinosato ancient japanese village, Nagoya, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Fushimi, Nara, OsakaSee all destinations
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    OperatorEuropamundo

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    US$2,889
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  5. Japan Golden Route with HiroshimaMap of Japan Golden Route with Hiroshima
    City & Culture

    Southern Japan beckons, leading from Osaka through Hiroshima's Peace Memorial to Kyoto's historic districts. The UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle and Mount Fuji's majesty await before ending in Tokyo's metropolitan landscape.

    Duration 10 days
    DestinationsOsaka, Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, Kurashiki, Nara, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Mount Fuji, OshinoSee all destinations
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    OperatorTomato Travel

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    US$2,791
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  6. Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima end TokyoMap of Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima end Tokyo
    City & Culture

    The charm of Southern Japan spans from Osaka's Dotonbori to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park. Remarkable Himeji Castle, historic Kurashiki streets, and Itsukushima Shrine showcase regional heritage.

    Duration 7 days
    DestinationsTokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji, Okayama, Kurashiki, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    OperatorEuropamundo

    From $2,785

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    US$2,590
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  7. Japan  Plus 11-Day Culture Tour: Golden Route & BeyondMap of Japan  Plus 11-Day Culture Tour: Golden Route & Beyond
    City & Culture

    Your path leads from Osaka's vibrant Dotonbori to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Museum. Take in Miyajima's floating torii gate, soak in Hakone's onsen baths, and wander Kyoto's historic Gion district. Highlights include sushi-making and traditional geisha shows.

    Duration 11 days
    DestinationsTokyo, Hakone, Owakudani, Odawara, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, OkayamaSee all destinations
    Age Range Ages 18+
    OperatorThe Dragon Trip

    From $4,222

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    US$3,588
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