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    TOUR CODE: JPB 2025
    Japan Highlight 11 Days, 9 Nights

    Tokyo, Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Shizuoka, Nagoya, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Hiroshima (Bullet Train), Osaka

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    • 2025 Departure Dates: Mar 3, Apr 9, May 21, Sep 10, Oct 15, Oct 22, Nov 5
    • 9 Breakfast, 6 Lunch, 6 Dinner
    Tour Features
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck
    • Tokyo National Museum
    • Sushi Making Class with Lunch
    • Cruise on Lake Ashi
    • Mt. Fuji 5th Station (if weather permits)
    • Shiraito Falls
    • Nagoya Castle with Free Group Photo
    • Nagoya Toyota Commemorative Museum
    • Kyoto Kiyomizu Temple
    • Kyoto Arashiyama Bomboo Grove
    • Traditional Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
    • Nara Deer Park
    • Sake Tasting in Kobe Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum
    • Hiroshima with Bullet Train
    • Osaka EXPO Visit (For Apr, May, Sep Departures)
    • Osaka Cup Noodles Museum (For Mar, Oct, Nov Departures)
    • Special Farewell Dinner with Kobe Beef
    • Handpicked Japanese Cuisine Meals
    • Japanese Souvenir
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    Itinerary (Mar, Oct, Nov Departures)

    Day 1Hometown / Tokyo (Japan) (By Air)

    Today, take your flight to Tokyo. Please inquire with your travel agent about the international air ticket.

    Day 2Arrive Tokyo

    Cross the International Date Line and arrive in Japan. If you are flying Air Canada from Vancouver, will be met at the airport and transferred directly to the hotel. For customers flying other airlines, arrange your airport limousine shuttle to hotel at own cost.

    Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro  or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 3Tokyo

    After breakfast, explore Tokyo’s oldest temple, Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji Temple). After that, enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck. Following lunch, visit the Tokyo National Museum, the Imperial Palace and its East Garden, and the iconic Nijubashi Bridge. In the evening, we will gather for a Yakiniku (Traditional Japanese style BBQ) Welcome Dinner, where you can savor a variety of premium grilled meats and vegetables, cooked right at your table. (B / SL / SD)

    Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 4Tokyo ~ Hakone ~ Mt. Fuji ~ Shizuoka

    This morning, we’ll set off for Hakone, where you will enjoy a tranquil 30-minute cruise on Lake Ashi aboard a charming pirate boat. As you sail, take in the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and, on clear days, catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. Fuji. After the cruise, enjoy a delicious Tempura Soba lunch, featuring savory soba noodles in a flavorful broth with crispy tempura vegetables and seafood. Next, we’ll drive to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting) to experience stunning panoramic views from the highest point accessible by vehicle. Then, we’ll visit the serene Shiraito Falls, where you can enjoy a different perspective of Mt. Fuji and admire the serene beauty of the cascading waterfall surrounded by lush nature. Return to hotel after dinner. (B / L / D)

    Hotel Associa Shizuoka or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 5Shizuoka ~ Nagoya

    In the morning, take a 2.5-hour bus ride to Nagoya. Start with a visit to the majestic Nagoya Castle for a group photo at this iconic landmark. Then visit Osu Kannon Temple and wander through Osu Shopping Street, a bustling arcade with over 400 shops and restaurants. After lunch, head to the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology to discover the fascinating history of Japan’s automotive industry. This evening, indulge in a delightful Sukiyaki Dinner, a Japanese hot pot dish of beef, vegetables, tofu, and noodles simmered in a sweet sauce. (B / L / SD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 6Nagoya ~ Kyoto

    After breakfast, take a 2-hour bus ride from Nagoya to Kyoto. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its iconic red torii gates. Enjoy a delicious Ramen noodle lunch with gyoza before participating in a Traditional Tea Ceremony, where you will experience the elegance of Japanese tea culture. Finish the day by exploring the historic Gion district and Hanami-koji Street, where you might catch a glimpse of geikos (Kyoto’s term for geisha) or maikos (geiko apprentices) in traditional attire. Dinner at your own arrangement. (B / L)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 7Kyoto

    This morning, explore the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and walk across the picturesque Togetsu Bridge. Next, visit the stunning Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion). After lunch, take in the impressive views at Kiyomizu Temple and then enjoy a Western Dinner. (B / L / WD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 8 - Mar 10Kyoto ~ Nara ~ Kobe

    After breakfast, take a short ride to Nara, where you will explore the friendly deer in Nara Deer Park. Stroll through the charming streets of the Naramachi area, known for its well-preserved traditional buildings. Then, participate in a fun Sushi-making Class and savor your creations for lunch.  After lunch, head to Kobe for a visit to the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum, where you can learn about sake brewing and enjoy a Sake Tasting Experience.  Tonight, a delicious Tonkatsu dinner with crisp golden-fried pork cutlets with all the fixings. (B / L/ D)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-star)

    Day 9Kobe ~ Hiroshima ~ Kobe

    Today, board the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Hiroshima in the morning. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, including the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial Museum. Afterward, take a 10-minute ferry to Miyajima Island to explore the historic Itsukushima Shrine and see the famous floating torii gate. Return to Kobe by Bullet Train in the late afternoon. Lunch and dinner are on your own. (B)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-star)

    Day 10Kobe ~ Osaka ~ Kobe

    Today, start your day by visiting Kobe Harbourland, a picturesque waterfront area, and take in panoramic views from the Kobe Port Tower Observation Deck. Savor a Western lunch with pizza & pasta. Afterward, travel to Osaka to visit the Cup Noodles Museum, where you can discover the history of instant ramen and create your own unique cup noodles. Continue to the vibrant Dotonbori District, famous for its eye-catching signage and billboards. Spend some leisure time shopping and sampling local street foods. In the evening, return to Kobe for a Farewell Dinner featuring Kobe Beef, a renowned Japanese delicacy. (B / WL / SD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-star)

    Day 11Kobe ~ Osaka ~ Tokyo / Hometown (By Air)

    After breakfast, transfer to Osaka Kansai International Airport for your flight to Tokyo and connect to your Air Canada flight back to Vancouver or onward to your home destination. If you are flying with another airline, please arrange your limousine shuttle to airport at own expense. (B)

    Itinerary (Apr, May, Sep) (EXPO)

    Day 1Hometown / Tokyo (Japan) (By Air)

    Today, take your flight to Tokyo. Please inquire with your travel agent about the international air ticket.

    Day 2Arrive Tokyo

    Cross the International Date Line and arrive in Japan. If you are flying Air Canada from Vancouver, will be met at the airport and transferred directly to the hotel. For customers flying other airlines, arrange your airport limousine shuttle to hotel at own cost.

    Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro  or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 3Tokyo

    After breakfast, explore Tokyo’s oldest temple, Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji Temple). After that, enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck. Following lunch, visit the Tokyo National Museum, the Imperial Palace and its East Garden, and the iconic Nijubashi Bridge. In the evening, we will gather for a Yakiniku (Traditional Japanese style BBQ) Welcome Dinner, where you can savor a variety of premium grilled meats and vegetables, cooked right at your table. (B / SL / SD)

    Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro  or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 4Tokyo ~ Hakone ~ Mt. Fuji ~ Shizuoka

    This morning, we’ll set off for Hakone, where you will enjoy a tranquil 30-minute cruise on Lake Ashi aboard a charming pirate boat. As you sail, take in the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and, on clear days, catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. Fuji. After the cruise, enjoy a delicious Tempura Soba lunch, featuring savory soba noodles in a flavorful broth with crispy tempura vegetables and seafood. Next, we’ll drive to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting) to experience stunning panoramic views from the highest point accessible by vehicle. Then, we’ll visit the serene Shiraito Falls, where you can enjoy a different perspective of Mt. Fuji and admire the serene beauty of the cascading waterfall surrounded by lush nature. Return to hotel after dinner. (B / L / D)

    Hotel Associa Shizuoka or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 5 -Shizuoka ~ Nagoya

    In the morning, take a 2.5-hour bus ride to Nagoya. Start with a visit to the majestic Nagoya Castle for a group photo at this iconic landmark. Then visit Osu Kannon Temple and wander through Osu Shopping Street, a bustling arcade with over 400 shops and restaurants. Enjoy Nagoya delicacy Japanese Curry lunch and, head to the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology to discover the fascinating history of Japan’s automotive industry. This evening, indulge in a delightful Sukiyaki Dinner, a Japanese hot pot dish of beef, vegetables, tofu, and noodles simmered in a sweet sauce. (B / L / SD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Grand Court Nagoya or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 6Nagoya ~ Kyoto

    After breakfast, take a 2-hour bus ride from Nagoya to Kyoto. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its iconic red torii gates. Enjoy a delicious Ramen noodle lunch With gyoza before participating in a Traditional Tea Ceremony, where you will experience the elegance of Japanese tea culture. Finish the day by exploring the historic Gion district and Hanami-koji Street, where you might catch a glimpse of geiko (Kyoto’s term for geisha) or maiko (geiko apprentices) in traditional attire. Dinner at your own arrangement. (B / L)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 7 - Kyoto

    This morning, explore the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and walk across the picturesque Togetsu Bridge. Next, visit the stunning Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion). After lunch, take in the impressive views at Kiyomizu Temple and then enjoy a Western Dinner. (B / L / WD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kyoto or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 8Kyoto ~ Nara ~ Osaka ~ Kobe

    After breakfast, take a short 1-hour ride to Nara, where you will explore the friendly deer in Nara Deer Park. Stroll through the charming streets of the Naramachi area, known for its well-preserved traditional buildings. Then, participate in a fun Sushi-making Class and savor your creations for lunch. Drive 30 minutes to Osaka for an iconic photo stop at the vibrant Dotonbori District (if time permits), famous for its eye-catching signage and billboards. Then, head to Kobe for a visit to the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum, where you can learn about sake brewing and enjoy a Sake Tasting Experience. Tonight, a delicious Tonkatsu dinner with crisp golden- fried pork cutlets with all the fixings. (B / L/ D)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-star)

    Day 9Kobe ~ Hiroshima ~ Kobe

    Today, board the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Hiroshima in the morning. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, including the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial Museum. Afterward, take a 10-minute ferry to Miyajima Island to explore the historic Itsukushima Shrine and see the famous floating torii gate. Return to Kobe by Bullet Train in the late afternoon. Lunch and dinner are on your own. (B)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or similar (4-star)

    Day 10Kobe ~ Osaka (Expo 2025) ~ Kobe

    Today, transfer to Osaka to visit Expo 2025, a world-renowned event showcasing innovative technologies and cultural exhibits from around the globe. Alternatively, you can spend the day exploring Osaka on your own, discovering its vibrant neighborhoods, shopping districts, and local cuisine. In the evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner featuring Kobe Beef, a renowned Japanese delicacy. (B / SD)

    ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kobe or Similar (4-Star)

    Day 11Kobe ~ Osaka (or via Tokyo) / Hometown (By Air)

    Enjoy a leisurely morning to relax. In the afternoon, transfer to Osaka Kansai International Airport for your Air Canada flight back to Vancouver or onward to your home destination. If you are flying with another airline, please arrange your limousine shuttle to airport at own expense. (B)

    Extension Available

    Pricing & Availability
    Discounts: Less C$50.00 for Seniors, Less C$100 for repeat clients, Less C$100.00 early bird discount
    • Non-refundable deposit of C$500.00 per person must be made once client confirms the tour booking.
    • A balance of the tour price shall be made in full 90 days prior to departure.
    • Child (11 yrs. & under): 90% of the adult fare, sharing room with parent, no extra bed.
    • Personal Insurance: purchase of personal travel and trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Please contact your travel agent.
    • If Air Canada Group Ticket is not available, land only can be arranged.
    • If your international flight is not with Air Canada, you will have to arrange your own airport transfers.
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