13-day customized tour of Japan, including Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto and many more top Japanese destinations, epic sites and off-the-beaten-track hidden gems.
Brand g is excited to offer an immersive experience in Japanese culture and lifestyle along with the romantic sites. Japan is a country of modern amenities, renowned cuisine, and a deep sense of history. Being one of the first countries to witness sunrise, Japan has the nickname, “The Land of the Rising Sun.”
Our tour includes three nights in Tokyo, one of the world’s most cutting-edge capitals. Witness the contrast of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples next to towering skyscrapers. Experience two nights at a traditional Japanese ryokan, three nights in Kyoto, the historic former capital, famous for its abundance of temples, gardens, and its UNESCO World Heritage status. Enjoy an overnight and farewell dinner in Osaka, Japan’s third largest city, before returning home.
Luxury Level: ***** Five Star
Activity Level: Moderate
Guest Count: 38
Highlights
- Visits to Sensoji Temple & Nakamise Street in Asakusa
- Sushi making experience with lunch
- Sumo match in Tokyo
- Visit to Nikko, the world heritage town and national park
- Explore the Miyagawa morning market
- In Kanazawa, visit the old Higashi-chaya district and Kenrokuen garden
- Full day excursion in Kyoto to Kinkakuji temple, Arashimaya Bamboo Grove, Okochi Villa and gardens
- Special dinner in Kyoto with Maiko (Geisha apprentice)
- Full day to explore on your own in Kyoto or partake in an optional excursion
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage site of Himeji castle (the White Heron), widely considered one of Japan’s most spectacular castles
- Enjoy a Kobe Beef lunch
- Visit Itsukushima shrine on Miyajima island
- Visit Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima
- Explore the bustling old capital of Osaka, exciting night life and street food
Bellustar Tokyo, A Pan Pacific Hotel is a luxury hotel where guests can enjoy special spaces far from the maddening crowd down below. Japanese culture is woven into the interiors of guest rooms, while windows seven meters wide offer an amazing panorama of Tokyo spread out before you. The topmost floors feature a restaurant three levels tall that offers stunning views, a spa where one can experience the four seasons and bounty of Japan’s soil while surrounded by dramatic sights. Relax and enjoy yourself in a unique space, surrounded by stunning views on all sides, as far as the eye can see.
Rooms features a large king-size bed or two twins and a bathroom with a rain shower, and are decorated with a traditional Japanese cultural atmosphere with a large window in the living area offering a sweeping view of Tokyo.
Studio Premier King or Twin Room
Dates of Stay: May 12-15
Additional pre-program nights available upon request.
Kagaya – Kanazawa
Kagaya is a traditional Japanese style inn (Ryokan). It’s a long-established ryokan that has been ranked #1 for the past 30 years. The ryokan is decorated with a balance of traditional and modern Japanese aesthetics, is fully outfitted with hot spring facilities, offers plenty of colorful meals using the best local ingredients, and is employed by staff offering the highest quality hospitality. At Kagaya, you can enjoy the famous water of the Wakura Onsen (hot spring) that has a 1200-year long history. The water is said to be good for ailments like rheumatism, neuralgia, gout, and allergies.
Japanese Noto Nagisatei Room
Dates of Stay: May 15-17
Westin Hotel – Kyoto
Located in the ancient city of Kyoto, Japan, the Westin provides memorable moments of understated elegance, luxury and approachable service. Explore nearby museums, music halls, zoos, historical temples and shrines, including the Nanzenji, Heian Shrine, Eikando and Ginkakuji. Make time for delicious, locally-inspired dishes and expertly crafted cocktails in one of the hotel’s restaurants.
At the end of your day in Kyoto, settle into well-appointed hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and 24-hour room service. Experience all Kyoto, Japan has to offer at The Westin Miyako Kyoto.
Deluxe King or Twin Room
Dates of Stay: May 17-20
Hilton – Hiroshima
Overlooking the Hiroshima City skyline, in the heart of Hiroshima City, the Hilton is within five minutes of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, Hiroshima Castle, and several transit stations. Heiwa-Odori’s shops, restaurants, and entertainment are 10 minutes away. The hotel offers four restaurants and views from the skyline terrace.
Deluxe Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of natural light. Watch your favorite movies on the 55-inch HDTV and stay connected with WiFi access. Refresh in the bathroom featuring a rain shower and bath amenities. Perk up with complimentary coffee or tea while you enjoy views of the city.
Premium King or Twin Room
Dates of Stay: May 20-22
InterContinental – Osaka
InterContinental Osaka offers contemporary glamour and magnificent panoramas in an enviable location close to the city’s main sights. Immediate proximity to Osaka Station and a connection with the high-end shopping mall, Grand Front Osaka, makes InterContinental Osaka an ideal base to explore the city of Osaka. You can relax with a soothing massage in the spa, unwind in the traditional Japanese bathhouse and enjoy cocktails with a view at fashionable Bar Adee. The elegant guest rooms are notably spacious, and the Michelin-starred Pierre restaurant is perfect for a celebratory dinner.
Dates of Stay: May 22-24
Premium King or Twin
Additional post-program nights available upon request.
Kyoto: Traditional Tea Ceremony
May 19, 2024
$35 Per Person (you may only choose one optional tour for Kyoto as they all occur on the morning of May 19th)
Sado, the tea ceremony, is one of the traditional events with green tea called Matcha. In the Azuchi-Momoyama period, Sen-no-rikyu invented “Wabicha” which became the origin of modern
Sado. This Tea Ceremony represents the true essence of Japanese hospitality. By observing certain rules and aesthetic values, you will see how a true tea ceremony is performed, and how great tasting green tea is made.
Kyoto: Obanzai Cooking Class
May 19, 2024
$35 Per Person (you may only choose one optional tour for Kyoto as they all occur on the morning of May 19th)
You will learn how to cook Obanzai, home cooked dishes originally established in Kyoto using many kinds of local seasonal vegetables.
Kyoto: Half Day Temples Tour
May 19, 2024
$25 Per Person (you may only choose one optional tour for Kyoto as they all occur on the morning of May 19th)
During our tour of Kyoto on May 13th, we plan to visit the beautiful Kinkakuji Temple as well as other famous temples in the Arashiyama District. This optional half day tour will give you the chance for a deeper dive with visits of up to three additional beautiful temples.
Inclusions
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Three nights deluxe hotel accommodation Tokyo
- Full-day tour in Tokyo
- Full-day tour of the World Heritage site of Nikko
- Bullet Train from Tokyo to Takayama
- Two nights deluxe accommodation in a traditional Japanese Ryokan Hotel
- Full-day tour of Kanazawa
- Express train from Kanazawa to Kyoto
- Three nights deluxe hotel accommodation in Kyoto
- Full-day tour of Kyoto
- Visit to Himeji Castle
- Express train from Himeji to Hiroshima
- Two nights deluxe hotel accommodation in Hiroshima
- Full-day tour to Miyajima Island
- Tour of Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Museum
- Bullet Train from Hiroshima to Osaka
- Two nights deluxe hotel accommodation in Osaka
- Half-day tour of Osaka’s Dontonburi neighborhood
- Twelve breakfasts, seven lunches and eight dinners
Bookings for the 2024 Japan – Land of the Rising Sun tour ranges from $11.399 (double occupancy) to $15,799 (single occupancy). Please contact us directly at [email protected] or +17132530041 for real-time availability of spaces and for reservations.
