TOKYO

Welcome to Tokyo! One of our representatives will greet you at the arrival gate with a ‘ONLYONE JAPAN’ sign.

They will be transferred to the hotel in central Tokyo on a Limousine Bus. Upon arrival at the hotel, the client must check-in.

TOKYO

Today we will enjoy a Tour of Tokyo, the most populated metropolis in the world. As modernized as the city can be, there are still aspects of its traditional history present. While touring Tokyo, you will have an expert local guide to take you to the best sightseeing spots. Visiting hours are entirely up to you and are flexible to the needs of the group. For temples and shrines, we recommend visiting Asakusa Sensoji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo, and Meiji Jingu Shrine, the place where Emperor Meiji and his wife are enshrined. You can also roam the outer grounds of the Imperial Palace, the current residence of the Imperial family. If you are looking for a deeper look at the history of Japan, why not visit the Edo Museum in Tokyo?

There are many shopping options available in Tokyo, but depending on your preference it can take you to different parts of the city. High-quality branded items can be found in Ginza, extreme fashion style clothing is in Harajuku, otaku (geek) products can be purchased in Akihabara, and Shibuya is the middle ground between all your shopping needs. Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in Japan and offers great views of the city from its observatory. There are shops as well as an aquarium located in the area. Not interested in the tower? So what about going to the man-made island known as Odaiba? On the island there are many entertainment options available in addition to the famous Rainbow Bridge.

HAKONE

Traverse Hakone, an iconic hot spring destination, by public transportation like the Hakone Tozan Cable Car or enjoy a panoramic view from the Hakone Cable Car. Like a national park, you will be greeted with magnificent views of the surrounding nature. Complementing the natural beauty, there are great museums like the Open Air Museum that we will visit.

While we take a leisurely boat cruise on the lake, we will have the opportunity to see the impressive Mount Fuji in the distance if the weather permits. When the day comes to an end, we will return to Tokyo or have the opportunity to relax in the onsen (hot spring) at a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) depending on your budget. Immerse yourself in the therapeutic waters and feel your body rejuvenate. Then, enjoy a Japanese Kaiseki (seasonal) Banquet Dinner that will give you a chance to taste the ingredients of the season.

Ryokan in Hakone or Hotel in Tokyo

KYOTO

Our day begins with a trip on the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto, the traditional and cultural center of Japan. For more than 1000 years, Kyoto has influenced politics and culture in the country. It was the ancient capital before Edo (Tokyo). When the feudal era came to an end, much of the nation modernized, but the city set out to preserve its proud history. As a traditional center, history, religion, and culture remained unadorned. For two days you will have a private guide to take you to the most desired places.

There are many sites to see in Kyoto and they can be divided into the southern, eastern, central, northern and Arashiyama districts. No matter where you choose to visit each site, it has invaluable historical value that will leave you in awe. Just for quick reference, the Fushimi Inari Shrine has over 1000 torii gates; The Tofukuji Temple has the Hojo Garden that surrounds the four sides of the building, the Kiyomizudera Temple has the stage and the main hall that was built without nails, the Kinkakuji Temple is known as the Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama has the photogenic bamboo forest, and Gion is where you can find the Geisha district.

Hotel in Kyoto

Free day in Kyoto, or you can travel to Hiroshima at additional cost.

You will visit the Peace Memorial Park: where it was voted Japan’s most popular tourist spot on Tripadvisor 2020. Before the atomic bomb, it was the financial and political center of the city. Today is a place to learn about what happened and to remember the victims. Learn more about the historical events that led Japan to the War of the Pacific, the results of the bomb, and the effects on the population at the Peace Memorial Museum, a very interesting, but extremely harsh museum (hard not to miss a tear at some point).

Then, you will visit the island of Miyajima. At high tide, the famous vermilion torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine seems to float in the middle of the sea. The shrine complex is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Miyajima has been selected as one of the three most scenic places in Japan (Nihon Sankei)

Consult in case you are interested.

Hotel in Kyoto

NARA

Located about 1 hour from Kyoto, it is the first permanent capital, Nara. The city marks the change in history where a centralized government was established because before the capital changed its location when the Emperor died. During this time, the culture in Japan had time to develop and evolve, which can be seen in the architecture and other structures that have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There you can see the largest bronze Daibutsu (Big Buddha) in the iconic Todaiji Temple. Around the temple is Nara Park, where there are more than 1000 free roaming deer, which are considered deities of the city. The brief reign of the Nara Period ushered in cultural change in the nation and left its mark on history. The sites in the city signify a beginning that is often forgotten, but is well preserved.

Then you will travel to the city of Osaka.

Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi: A popular shopping, entertainment and food district, Dotombori is known for the hundreds of mechanized and neon signs that line the street, including the famous Glico Running Man and Kani Doraku Crab signs.

After the tour, we return to Kyoto.

Hotel in Kyoto

Tour ends

After check-out, make your own way on the airport limousine bus to Osaka Kansai Airport for your departure flight.

Note: If you want the private airport transfer to be included, please contact us for the agreement.