Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo - 9 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female65%
- Male35%
Average age
Start / End
- Osaka
- Tokyo
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 15Meals included
5Highlights
- Take in views of Mt Fuji
- Stay in temple lodging and learn about Buddhism
- Gaze at the famous floating torii gate in Miyajima
- Explore Kyoto's Nijo Castle
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Summary
From the Buddhist monks of Kōyasan to the high rollers of Tokyo, see the many faces of Japan on this condensed tour beginning in Osaka. Savour the region’s culinary delicacies and the beautiful views at Mt Fuji. You'll stay in a mountain temple and really soak up local culture in onsen hot springs. A great combination of the traditional and the contemporary, this adventure provides a taste of the rich culture of Japan.
Itinerary
Day 1
Osaka
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Please ensure you arrive on time for the welcome meeting and bring your passport so your CEO can collect the required information for your train tickets. Refer to your voucher for the most up to date welcome meeting time.
Day 2
Osaka/Koyasan
Journey to Mt Koya, a religious centre founded in 816 by the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi. The train ride up the mountain is possibly one of the finest rail journeys in Japan. For the final steep ascent, switch to funicular and then hop on a bus to reach the monastery.
In the evening, dine on shojin-ryori, typical vegetarian cuisine, and relax in a yukata, or kimono.
Day 3
Koyasan/Hiroshima
Early morning offers the chance to observe the monks praying. Breathe in some fresh mountain air before a vegetarian breakfast, then start the journey back down the mountain via bus, train and funicular.
Later, board a train to Hiroshima, a historically significant city, marked by the explosion of the first atomic bomb in 1945.
Day 4
Hiroshima
This morning, visit the Peace Park and Memorial Museum commemorating the events of 1945. In the afternoon, take a ferry ride over to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating Torii Gate. Opt to hike around Mt Misen.
Day 5
Hiroshima/Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto and start exploring. Visit the impressive Nijo Castle and gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, explore the geisha district of Gion on a CEO-led walking tour.
Day 6
Kyoto
Enjoy a visit to the beautiful Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine and walk under the bright torii gates. Opt to shop, stroll along the riverbank, or explore another of Kyoto's many temples with free time.
Day 7
Kyoto/Hakone
Travel to Hakone, a town in the hills famous for its onsens, or natural hot springs.
In the evening, enjoy savouring a complex meal of traditional Japanese foods, followed by a recommended soak in the onsen.
Day 8
Hakone/Tokyo
Arrive before noon to Tokyo, with time to explore this energetic metropolis.
Opt to visit Ueno park and the museums, Akihabara for cutting edge electronics, Harajuku for funky fashions, Ginza for the highest of the high end, walk the grounds of the Imperial Palace East Garden, or just stroll the streets, looking for the traditional life that still lies just under the modern surface.
Day 9
Tokyo
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts), mountain monastery (1 nt, shared facilities).
Meals
Breakfasts: 3, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 2
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Fantastic. This was the best trip I've been on. This trip showed me the great culture that Japan has and definitely showed me more than if I had just book accommodations and gone to places I what to. Izumi was the best guide. This was my very first large trip, I am very grateful to Izumi for being incredibly patient with the group and being knowledgeable on such a wide range of topics. This has been the best two weeks.
Aiden Oct, 2024 VerifiedThe experience was wonderful I saw everything I wanted to see in Japan and I feel I got a good sense of the people of Japan and the history of the country Japan would have been difficult to manage on my own. I like that the hotels are selected for me, our CEO took us to places I never would have found on my own.
Judith Oct, 2024 Verified
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