Japan & J-Pop Express - 11 days
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Japan & J-Pop Express

Duration11 days

Mix traditional Japan with modern anime and J-pop culture on this 11-day escorted tour. Take in the ancient sites of Tokyo such as the Meiji Shrine, as well as the vibrant fashion district of Harajuku and 'electric town', Akihabara. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji, sail across Lake Ashi and stay in a ryokan in Hakone. Try zazen meditation in Kyoto and enjoy a guided tour of the Geisha district. In Hiroshima, visit the Peace Park and Miyajima Island, and head to Osaka for guided sightseeing. If travelling in March, enjoy included entrance to Tokyo's AnimeJapan convention, a dream for any fan of anime and manga.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration11 days
StartsTokyo
EndsTokyo
RangeHandpicked
Tour GuideYes - escorted by a tour leader
Group SizeMin 4 / Max 16
Minimum age6 yrs, accompanied by an adult
DepartsSaturdays
Hotel Rating3 star hotels
CountriesJapan
Arrival TransferYes
Departure TransferYes
Meals includedBreakfast: 10, Lunch: 1, Dinner: 3
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
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Shown in USD
Per person from
$4,305.00
From
$8,610.00

Tour Highlights

Tokyo - See the ancient highlights and the modern gems of the Japanese capital, including Akihabara
AnimeJapan - Visit Japan's largest anime convention, a bucket list activity for fans of this Japanese art form (March departures only)
Hakone - Sail across Lake Ashia, enjoy views of Mount Fuji, stay in a ryokan inn and ride the cable car up the mountainside
Kyoto - Tour the traditional geisha district, try zazen meditation and join a specially curated tour of the city with our tour leader
Hiroshima - Wield a samurai sword at a workshop, explore charming Miyajima island and visit the city's sobering Peace Park & Museum
Osaka - Take in highlights of the city with included sightseeing and opt to visit Universal Studios or Osaka Castle

Included

10 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 3 dinners
9 nights 3-star hotel & 1 night traditional ryokan in Hakone
Escorted by a tour leader
Arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 11 by shared shuttle bus
All relevant transportation and transfers including by minibus and train - Transport passes in Hakone, Kyoto and Miyajima
Transport card with 4,500 Yen (USD $30) credit for city transport
Entrance to Hamarikyu Gardens in Tokyo
Cable car and boat ride across Lake Ashi in Hakone
Evening walking tour of Kyoto’s Gion geisha district
Zazen meditation session at Ryosoku-in Temple
Visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Park and Museum
Tatedo swordplay experience in Osaka
Tickets to Tokyo’s Anime Japan event <b>(March departures only)</b>
Tickets to the Studio Ghibli Museum
Luggage forwarding from Tokyo to Kyoto and from Hiroshima to Tokyo
Information pack on arrival
Shared portable Wi-Fi access throughout trip

Not Included

International flights
Any local transport unless covered by the included transport passes
Any entrance fees (including temples, shrines and museums) unless otherwise specified
Baggage handling and luggage forwarding unless otherwise specified - you will be expected to carry your own luggage