Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2009-10 Brochure by Travel Japan by H.I.S.

2009-2010

www.traveljapan.com.au

HIS TRAVEL was established in Japan in 1980 and opened its first Australian office in 1986. It has since emerged as one of Australia’s boutique tour wholesalers. Professionalism, high quality service and flexibility are just a few of our benchmark features. With over 20 years experience in the Japanese inbound and outbound markets, HIS Travel has gained invaluable first hand knowledge that makes HIS Travel the specialists for all your travel to Japan.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Company Introduction ........................................... p1 Map of Japan........................................................ p1 Tokyo 5 Nights Package ........................................ p1 Air & Rail Passes ................................................... p2 Special Tour Packages ........................................ p3-6 Tailor-made Escapes ........................................... p7-8 Adventure Based Tours .......................................... p9 HIS Cultural Experience Workshops ...................... p10 Day Tours ........................................................... p11

Sydney Brisbane Melbourne Adelaide Perth Darwin

Sydney Brisbane Melbourne Adelaide Canberra

Low

$2,419~

$2,149~

Shoulder

$2,525~

$2,357~

High

$2,793~

$2,443~

Seasonality

10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

Ryokan Accommodation ...................................... p12 Tokyo Accommodation ......................................... p13 Hotel list (other than in Tokyo) ............................ p14 Hokkaido and Honshu Ski & Accommodation Information.p16 Calender of Festivals ........................................... p17 Travel Tips .......................................................... p17 Terms and Conditions .......................................... p18 Crimson Autumn Foliage Tour .................... Back cover Haze of Blossoms Tour............................... Back cover

Package Price includes: •Return Economy Class airfare from Australia to Tokyo as per price table •5 nights accommodation (Twin or Triple room share). •Selected hotels only apply: Shiba park Hotel Shinagawa Prince Hotel (North Tower) Sunshine City Prince Hotel Ikebukuro *Above accommodations are standard hotel category (3 stars) *Other accommodation can be arranged, though it may vary the package price. Please enquire with your travel consultant. Package price does not include; •Airfare related charges and taxes. •Any taxes and charges imposed directly by third parties Conditions; •$250 deduction applies for children (2-11 years) •Extra night charge (please refer to Tokyo Hotels on page 13.) •Single supplement $348. •Surcharge may apply on speciﬁc dates •All conditions and prices are subject to change without notice

Travel times indicated here are in hours and are for guide purposes only.

Air and Rail Passes Air

JR East Pass is a new pass offered to all temporary visitors entering Japan

Japan Airlines (JAL) has launched new Japan Air Passes, offering foreign visitors domestic flights at largely discounted prices. These passes are for foreign visitors only and not available to residents of Japan. The tickets have to be booked and issued outside of Japan. Note that there are some blackout periods during peak seasons. If you have a return air ticket to Japan with any airline, you are eligible to purchase between two and five domestic flights operated by the JAL Group.

10,500 Yen per domestic ﬂight This is basically the same as the `JAL Welcome To Japan Fare’ (see above), except for the lower price. Now that JAL is a part of One World, this pass is available to passengers who hold a return air ticket to Japan with One World Group Airlines such as Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Cathay Paciﬁc. One World Yokoso Japan Visit Japan Fare ¥10,500 ¥21,000 ¥31,500 ¥42,000 ¥52,500

Welcome to Japan Air Pass N/A ¥27,300 ¥40,950 ¥54,600 ¥68,250

*Above rates include Japan consumption taxes. Other taxes and surcharges may apply.

Rail

Green ¥28,000 <1st class>

Adult

Youth

Child

JR Pass (All over Japan) offers opportunities for extensive and inexpensive rail travel throughout Japan. It covers virtually all the JR trains: `Shinkansen’ bullet trains (except `Nozomi’), limited expresses, local services, plus certain buses, airport shuttle services and a ferry.

The Japan Rail Pass is available to:

1 Tourists visiting Japan from abroad under `temporary visitor’ entry status. 2 Japanese nationals living in a foreign country, a) as a permanent resident of that country, or b) who are married to a non-Japanese residing in a country other than Japan. Green Adult Child ¥37,800 ¥18,900 ¥61,200 ¥30,600 ¥79,600 ¥39,800

¥14,000 ¥44,800

¥22,400

JR West Pass is an interesting twist in service provided for temporary

visitors (90 days or less) to Japan. There are two distinct types of rail passes available for travel within the JR-West Area: Sanyo Area Rail Pass and Kansai Area Rail Pass. Kansai Area Pass Type Ordinary

1-day Adult Child

¥2,000 ¥1,000

Consecutive Consecutive Consecutive 2-day 3-day 4-day ¥4,000 ¥5,000 ¥6,000 ¥2,000 ¥2,500 ¥3,000

Child price for age 6 to 11 Sanyo Area Pass (The pass does not cover between Shin-Osaka and Kyoto.) Type Ordinary

The Japan Rail Pass is a highly cost effective rail pass for foreign visitors to Japan, providing unlimited travel on the nationwide network of Japan Railways (JR). There are various nationwide and regional rail passes in Japan as shown below.

Type Duration 7-day 14-day 21-day

Consecutive 10-day

Youth price for age 12 to 25 / Child price for age 6 to 11

JAL One World Yokoso Visit Japan Fare

Sector Sectors Sectors Sectors Sectors

Consecutive 5-day or Flexible 4-day within 1 month Adult Youth Child

Type

Ordinary ¥20,000 ¥16,000 ¥10,000 ¥32,000 ¥25,000 ¥16,000

JAL Welcome To Japan Fare

1 2 3 4 5

for 90 days or less. It covers all JR-service within the JR-East Area, including popular stations, such as Tokyo, Nagano, Niigata, Sendai, Morioka, Misawa, Akita, etc.

Adult Child

Consecutive 4-day ¥20,000 ¥10,000

Consecutive 8-day ¥30,000 ¥15,000

Child price for age 6 to 11

JR Kyushu Pass is the latest JR regional company pass being offered to

travellers in Japan. It covers all of Kyushu’s limited express and local rail lines and allows visitors to see Kyushu for the most economical price. Type Ordinary

Adult Child

Consecutive 3-day ¥13,000 ¥6,500

Consecutive 5-day ¥16,000 ¥8,000

Child price for age 6 to 11

Ordinary Adult Child ¥28,300 ¥14,150 ¥45,100 ¥22,550 ¥57,700 ¥28,850

Child price for age 6 to 11

JR Hokkaido Pass is a new pass offered to all temporary visitors entering Japan for 90 days or less. It covers all JR-service within the JR-Hokkaido Area including Sapporo, ShinChitose Airport, Hakodate etc. Type

Consecutive3-day

Consecutive 5-day or Flexible 4-day within consecutive 10 days Adult Child

Adult

Child

Ordinary

¥14,000

¥7,000

¥18,000

¥9,000

Green <1st class>

¥20,000

¥10,000

¥25,000

¥12,500

Child price for age 6 to 11

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09.

Special Tour Packages

Why stress over your travel arrangements? Accommodation, hotels and tours are all packaged for a hassle-free trip.

Kinkakuji Temple Kyoto ©JNTO

Grand Tour of Japan

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Tour Highlight: A magniﬁcent 2-week experience of Japan’s best attractions: the temples and shrines of ancient Kyoto, Nara and Kamakura; the natural splendour of Nikko and Mt. Fuji; world-class technology at the Toyota factory; strolling around Mikimoto Pearl Island; plus the well-preserved World Heritage old towns and villages of Takayama, Shirakawago and Kanazawa. One Way Trip •Adult: $8,337 •Child (6-11 years) : $7,428 •Single Room Extra: $1,932 Round Trip Course •Adult: $8,689 •Child (6-11 years) : $7,757 •Single Room Extra: $1,978 •Meals: 6 Lunches •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included Drop-off service: Tour disbands at Narita Airport or Kansai Airport. Guide: English-speaking guide or assistant service is included from the airport on Day 1 to the hotel in Kyoto/Tokyo on Day 14 (except during onboard transfer from/to the airport, onboard bullet train and Day 5&10) Baggage: Your baggage will be transported by land from Hakone to Kyoto on Day 7 with allowance of one piece per person. For overnight stays in Toba, Takayama and Kanazawa, we recommend that you carry a light overnight bag with you. Extra baggage will be charged at JPY 2,200 per piece.

Day7 Hakone – Nagoya – Toba Morning, catch a bullet train to Nagoya. Afternoon tour of Nagoya. Accommodation at Toba Hotel International Day8 Toba – Ise – Kyoto Full day tour to Ise and Mikimoto Pearl Island. Transfer to Kyoto by limited express train. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto for 3 nights. Day9 Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto Full day tour of Kyoto and Nara Day10 Kyoto Whole day free at leisure Day11 Kyoto – Takayama Morning, take bullet train to Nagoya, then limited express train to Takayama. Afternoon walking tour of Takayama. Accommodation at Hida Hotel Plaza. Day12 Takayama – Shirakawago – Kanazawa Morning market of Takayama. Afternoon tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama including washi making experience. Accommodation at hotel in Kanazawa. One Way

Round Trip

Day13 Kanazawa - Kyoto

Day13 Kanazawa - Tokyo

Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo for 5 nights

Morning tour of Kanazawa. Afternoon, take a limited-express train to Kyoto. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto.

Morning tour of Kanazawa. Afternoon, return to Tokyo by limitedexpress and Shinkansen via Nagoya. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo.

Day2 Tokyo

Day14 Kyoto - Kansai Airport

Day14 Tokyo - Narita Airport

Morning ½ day tour of Tokyo. Afternoon free at leisure.

Free at leisure until departure. Transfer to Kansai Airport by seat sharing van.

Free at leisure until departure. Local staff will meet client at the hotel and assist them in boarding an airport bus to Narita Airport.

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo

Day3 Tokyo – Kamakura – Tokyo Full day tour of Kamakura Day4 Tokyo – Nikko - Tokyo Full day excursion to Nikko. Day5 Tokyo Whole day free at leisure Day6 Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone Accommodation at Hakone Hotel Kowaki-en

2009 Departures: Mar 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 22, 26, 27, 29, 30 / Apr 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20 / May 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31 / Jun 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 28 / Jul 2, 5, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 / Aug 2, 16, 20, 23 / Sep 21, 24, 25, 27, 28 / Oct 4, 5, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 25 / Nov 1, 5, 8, 15, 19, 22 / No departures in December

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Hiroshima & Nagasaki Tour

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Tour Highlight: A unique 13-day guided tour which encompasses all of the hot spots in Japan, sightseeing in Tokyo, Nikko, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Fukuoka, before ending in the picturesque city of Nagasaki. The distinctive feature of this tour is that both cities which are the only 2 cities worldwide to have suffered from nuclear attacks, Hiroshima and Nagasaki will be visited. The latter half of this tour allows visitors to explore the two sides of Kyushu: the exotic Nagasaki, whose particular character is a product of the inﬂuence of numerous foreign countries, including Portugal, Holland and China; and the pretty town of Imari, where Japan’s traditional culture of porcelain lives on. •Adult: $8,432 •Child (6-11 years): $7,715 •Single room extra: $1,898 •Meals: 8 lunches 2 breakfasts •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included. Drop-off service: Local staff will assist you in boarding the bus to either Nagasaki Station or Nagasaki Airport. Guide: English-speaking assistant service is provided on Day 1 & 13. Englishspeaking guide service is provided on Day 2-12. (except during onboard transfer to/from airport and onboard train on Day 4 and 8) Baggage: Your baggage will be transported by land from Tokyo to Kyoto with allowance of one piece per person on Day 5 and Kyoto to Nagasaki on Day 9. For the overnight stay in Hakone and Fukuoka, we recommend you carry a light overnight bag with you. For extra baggage, JPY2,200 will be charged per piece.

Day6 Hakone - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto Morning catch a bullet train to Kyoto. Afternoon tour of Nara. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto for 3 nights. Day7 Kyoto Full day tour of Kyoto. Day8 Kyoto Free at leisure. Day9 Kyoto - Hiroshima - Fukuoka Morning, catch a bullet train to Hiroshima. Full day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima. Transfer to Hiroshima to Fukuoka. Accommodation at Hakata Miyako Hotel for 2 nights. Day10 Fukuoka-Imari-Fukuoka Full day tour of Fukuoka and Imari. Day11 Fukuoka-Nagasaki Morning, catch a limited express train to Kamome. Tour of Nagasaki. Accommodation at Best Western Premier Hotel Nagasaki for 2 nights. Day12 Nagasaki Full day tour of Nagasaki. Day13 Nagasaki Local staff will meet you at a hotel and assist you in boarding an airport bus to Nagasaki Airport or JR Nagasaki Station. 2009 Departures: Jan11 - Dec13: Sun(except Apr 19, 26 / May 3 / Aug 2, 9 / Sep13, 20)

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo for 4 nights. Day2 Tokyo Full day tour of Tokyo. Day3 Tokyo – Nikko – Tokyo Full day excursion to Nikko. Day4 Tokyo Free at leisure. Day5 Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone Accommodation at Hakone Hotel Kowaki-en *All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09.

Itsukushima Shrine ©JNTO

Special Tour Packages Old Private Houses (Hida-Takayama) © JNTO

Mt. Aso & Dynamic Japan

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Tour Highlight: If you are after a tour with breath-taking natural scenery, a real active volcano, and Japan’s most famous sights all in one great package, look no further!! This guided tour takes in the must-see areas of Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto and Nara, along with exploring Japan’s south western island of Kyushu. Highlights on this tour include Mt. Aso, which boasts Kyushu’s best scenery and one of the world’s largest volcano calderas, as well as the grand Sakurajima-an active volcanic island that rises out of the sea. There is no better way to whined down after a day of sightseeing than relaxing in Ibusuki Onsen’s sand bath, hailed for its health beneﬁts! •Adult: $7,233 •Child (6-11 years): $6,689 •Single room extra: $1,421 •Meals: 6 lunches •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included. Drop-off service: Tour disbands on arrival at Kagoshima Airport or JR Kagoshima Chuo-station. Guide: English-speaking assistant service is provided on Day 1 & 10. Englishspeaking guide service is provided on Day 2-9 (except onboard transfer to/from airport and onboard train). Baggage: Your baggage will be transported by land from Tokyo to Kyoto with allowance of one piece per person on Day 3 and Kyoto to Ibusuki on Day 6. For the overnight stay in Hakone, Hakata and Ibusuki, we recommend you to carry a light overnight bag with you. For extra baggage, JPY2,200 will be charged per piece.

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodations at hotel in Tokyo for 2 nights Day2 Tokyo Morning ½ day tour of Tokyo. Afternoon free at leisure. Day3 Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Accommodation at hotel in Hakone. Day4 Hakone - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto Morning, catch a bullet train to Kyoto. Afternoon tour of Nara. Accommodation in Kyoto for 2 nights. Day5 Kyoto Full day tour of Kyoto. Day6 Kyoto - Fukuoka Transfer to Fukuoka. Local staff will meet you at JR Hakata Station, and take you to your hotel. Accommodation at Hakata Miyako Hotel for 2 nights. Day7 Fukuoka-Kumamoto-Fukuoka Full day tour of Kumamoto. Day8 Fukuoka-Kagoshima Catch a bullet train to Kagoshima. Tour of Kagoshima. Accommodation at Ibusuki Iwasaki Hotel. Day9 Kagoshima Full day tour of Kagoshima. Accommodation at Kagoshima Tokyu Hotel. Day10 Kagoshima Local staff will meet you at a hotel and assist you in boarding an airport bus to Kagoshima Airport or JR Kagoshima Chuo Station. 2009 Departures: Jan 6 - Dec15:Tue(Except Apr 28 / Jul 14 / Aug 4, 11 / Sep 15)

World Heritage Special

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Tour Highlight: A great option for those looking for a blend of Japan’s natural landscape, city life and century old traditions. This is a 9-day tour of World-Heritage listed architecture of old Japan: Shirakawago’s thatched farmhouses, the famous temples and shrines of Kyoto/Nara, and the lavish Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Well-preserved fairytale buildings and townscapes and friendly locals make this an unforgettable holiday. One Way Trip •Adult: $5,103 •Child (6-11years): $4,373 •Single room extra: $1,160 Round Trip •Adult: $5,871 •Child (6-11years): $4,960 •Single room extra: $1,205 •Meals: 3 lunches •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included. Drop-off service: Local staff will assist you in boarding the airport bus to Kansai or Narita International Airport. Guide: English-speaking assistant service is provided on Day 1 & 9. English-speaking guide service is provided on Day 2-8 except during onboard transfer from/to the airport and onboard train.

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo for 3 nights Day2 Tokyo Morning ½ day tour of Tokyo. Afternoon, free at leisure. Day3 Tokyo - Nikko - Tokyo Full day excursion of Nikko. Day4 Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Accommodation at Hakone Hotel Kowaki-en. Day5 Hakone - Takayama Morning, catch a bullet train for Nagoya, then limited express train to Takayama. Afternoon tour of Takayama. Accommodation at Hida Hotel Plaza. Day6 Takayama - Shirakawago - Kanazawa Full day tour of Takayama and Shirakawago. Continue to Kanazawa. Accommodation at hotel in Kanazawa. Day7 Kanazawa - Kyoto Morning sightseeing of Kanazawa. Afternoon, catch a limited-express train to Kyoto. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto. One Way

Round Trip

Day8 Kyoto

Day8 Kyoto - Tokyo

Full day tour of Kyoto. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto.

Full day tour of Kyoto. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo

Day9 Kyoto - Kansai Airport Free at leisure until departure. Transfer to Kansai Airport by seat sharing van.

Day9 Tokyo - Narita Airport Free at leisure until departure. Local staff will meet clients at the hotel and assist them in boarding an airport bus to Narita Airport.

2009 Departures: Please refer to our website or enquire with your travel agent

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Cherry Blossoms and Mt. Fuji © JNTO

Historical Japan

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Tour Highlight: Experience the two diverse aspects of Japan: modern Tokyo, with a bay cruise and a stroll in futuristic Odaiba; and the historic temples and shrines of Nikko, Kyoto and Nara. Not to mention experiencing the unforgettable view of the mystical “ﬂoating” torii gate of the World Heritage site, Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, Hiroshima. A great mix of all that Japan has to offer! One Way Trip

Scenic Japan

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Tour Highlight: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto and Nara. This tour is short but leaves you feeling fulfilled as you have the chance to fit in all of the most famous cities! Perfect for a lengthy stopover or first time visit to Japan. It encapsulates the modern, the tradition, and the icons of this amazing country! One Way Trip •Adult: $2,691 •Child (6-11years): $2,396 •Single room extra: $660 Round Trip

•Adult: $5,278 •Child (6-11years): $4,639 •Single Supplement: $1,148 Round Trip •Adult: $5,630 •Child (6-11 years): $4,900 •Single Supplement: $1,194 •Meals: 5 Lunches •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included Drop-off service: Local staff will assist you in boarding the airport bus to Kansai or Narita Airport Guide: English-speaking assistant service is provided on Day 1 & 9. English-speaking guide service is provided on Day 2-7. (except during onboard transfer from/to the airport, onboard bullet train and on Day 8 on “One Way” course) Baggage: Your baggage will be transported by land from Tokyo to Kyoto on Day 4 and from Kyoto to Tokyo on Day 8 for Round Trip with allowance of one piece per person. For extra baggage, JPY2,200 will be charged per piece.

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo

•Adult: $3,044 •Child (6-11years): $2,657 •Single room extra: $705 •Meals: 2 lunches •Hotel up-grade available at extra cost Pick-up service: Meeting service at the Narita Airport is included. Drop-off service: Local staff will assist you in boarding the airport bus to Kansai or Narita International Airport. Guide: English speaking assistant service is provided on Day 1&6. English speaking guide service is provided on Day2-4, except on board train, and Day 5 One Way trip. Baggage: For One Way Trip Only: Your baggage will be transported by land from Tokyo to Kyoto on Day 3 with allowance of one piece per person. For extra baggage JPY2,200 will be charged per piece.

Day1 Arrive at Tokyo Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo for 2 nights.

Local staff will meet you at the custom’s exit and assist you in boarding airport bus to your hotel. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo for 3 nights.

Day2 Tokyo

Day3 Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone - Kyoto

Full day tour of Tokyo. Day3 Tokyo – Nikko – Tokyo

Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Evening, catch a bullet train to Kyoto. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto for 2 nights.

Full day excursion of Nikko

Day4 Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto

Day4 Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone

Full day tour of Kyoto and Nara.

Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone Accommodation at Hakone Hotel Kowaki-en.

One Way

Round Trip

Day5 Kyoto

Day5 Kyoto - Tokyo

Day5 Hakone – Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto

Free at leisure. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto.

Free at leisure until departure. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo.

Morning, catch bullet train to Kyoto. Afternoon tour of Nara. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto for 3 nights. Day6 Kyoto Day7 Kyoto – Hiroshima – Kyoto Full day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima One Way

Round Trip

Day8 Kyoto

Day8 Kyoto - Tokyo

Free at leisure. Accommodation at hotel in Kyoto

Free at leisure until departure. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening. Accommodation at hotel in Tokyo

Free at leisure until departure. Transfer to Kansai Airport by seat sharing van.

Day6 Kyoto - Kansai Airport Free at leisure until departure. Transfer to Kansai Airport by seat sharing van.

Full day tour of Kyoto.

Day9 Kyoto – Kansai Airport

Morning ½ day tour of Tokyo. Afternoon free at leisure.

Day6 Tokyo - Narita Airport Free at leisure until departure. Local staff will meet clients at the hotel and assist them in boarding an airport bus to Narita Airport.

2009 Departures: Jan5-Dec25: Daily (except Feb20,21 / Mar20,21 / Apr27-May4 / Jul16,17,30,31 / Aug6,7,11-14,20,21,27,28 / Sep3,10,17-20 / Oct1,8,9,15,22,29&Nov19)

Day9 Tokyo - Narita Airport Free at leisure until departure. Local staff will meet clients at the hotel and assist them in boarding an airport bus to Narita Airport.

2009 Departures: Please refer to our website or enquire with your travel agent Maiko in Matsuo Taisha Shrine ©Q.Sawami/© JNT

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09.

Tailor-Made Escapes

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P riv a t e t o u r s t o s c h e d u l e a n s ui dn e Decoration for Tanabata,Takayama City ©Y.Shimizu/© JNTO

Food Lover’s Japan

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Get Lost Escape

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With centuries of traditions behind it, Japan is nothing less than a treasure trove of exotic cuisine, great food and sweet delights. From Tokyo to Kyoto, our culinary adventure takes us into the heart of Japan, enjoying a smorgasbord of treats in a variety of settings.

Experience Japan like a local, away from the guidebook trail. From sumo tournaments, Tokyo karaoke bars, love hotels, a local baseball game and sake dens to Kyoto’s geisha area, white water rapids and Mt Fuji, we’re getting lost in Japan and ﬁnding our way out!

•Group size: min 1, max 12 Highlights: Tsukiji Fish Market, Soba Making, Hida beef, Shojin Ryori, Meditation with monks, Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki and Fugu, prepare traditional Japanese cuisine. A lot of eating!!

•Group size: min 1, max 8 Highlights: Neon lights of Tokyo, Harajuku girls, Karaoke, Tsukiji ﬁsh market, Love hotel, White water rafting, Mountain biking, Bullet train, Fantastic food, Zen temples, Geishas

Days1-2 Tokyo

Day1 Tokyo

Learn how to make soba noodles and visit the Tsukiji Fish Market Days3-4 Takayama

Arrival day - meet your leader and fellow travellers and enjoy a welcome dinner

We’ll check out the town and feast on some of the local specialties including san sai, miso, Hida beef and soba noodles.

Day2 Tokyo Free at leisure to explore!

Days5-6 Koya-san

Day3 Tokyo

Steeped in mysticism and religious history of Mt Koya to try out its shojin ryori (vegetarian cuisine) and join the resident monks in meditation. Days7-8 Osaka

Morning, head to a sumo stable to watch wrestlers and try Chanko Nabe. In the evening, take a night walk in Shinjuku entertainment district, and some “only in Japan” businesses such as love hotels and host bars. Stay in a Capsule hotel

Partake in the local custom of `kuidaore’ (to eat till you drop) and enjoy snacking in Dotonbori. Don’t miss the local treat of takoyaki (octopus balls), and your chance to try some `fugu’ puffer ﬁsh.

Day4 Tokyo Travel to Mt Fuji to do a day of mountain biking and white water rafting on the Fuji Gawa. Enjoy onsen and Japanese BBQ. Return to Tokyo for the night.

Days9-10 Hiroshima

Day5 Tokyo/Kyoto

Be inspired by the beauty of Itsukushima-shrine before indulging in the city’s famed okonomiyaki (cook-it-as-you-like-it, Japanese-style pancake). Days11-14 Kyoto

An early morning visit to Tsukiji ﬁsh market, indulge in some of the freshest sushi! Travel to Kyoto for an afternoon of sightseeing before a Shabu Shabu dinner.

Discover Japan’s feudal heritage at Himeji-jo Castle en route to Kyoto. Learn how to prepare traditional Japanese cuisine, which emphasises freshness, seasonality and elegance.

Morning of cycling around Kyoto’s best know sites. Afternoon is free at leisure. Evening strolling around Gion

Important notes: All travellers must arrive with a 14-day Japan Rail (JR) pass. Please arrange this through your travel agent.

Day6 Kyoto

Day7 Kyoto/Tokyo Returning to Tokyo for a farewell dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay, `Yakatabune’ style! Day8 Tokyo Departure day

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Japan Experience

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Bring along your mother, daughter, sister or best girlfriend for this 11 day exploration of Japanese culture. Indulge in a shiatsu massage, learn the secrets of Japanese cooking, watch a kabuki drama, learn ikebana and tea ceremony, take part in guided meditation and have a private party with one of Kyoto’s famed geisha. •Group size: Min 2, max 12 Highlights: Shiatsu massage, Cooking class with Women’s Association, Lost in Translation tour, Tsukiji ﬁsh market visit, Kabuki theatre (seasonal), Hida Folk Village, Craft workshop, Ikebana and Tea Ceremony lesson, Geisha experience, Kinkakuji (Golden Pavillion), Ryoan-ji Zen rock garden, guided meditation session, and a Takoyaki making experience

Day1 Arrive Tokyo Arrive at your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure with a complimentary shiatsu massage in your hotel room.

Day3 Tokyo This morning we make a visit to the Studio Ghibli Museum. The afternoon is free to explore Day4 travel to Kyoto Tokyo morning, learn the secrets of Japanese home cooking in an interactive lesson. Travel to Kyoto. Evening stroll through Gion, hoping to catch a glimpse of a Geisha! Day5 Osaka day trip Take a day trip to Osaka, visit Universal Studios or Osaka Aquarium. Evening meal is enjoying the local favourite, Okonomiyaki. Day6 Kyoto We spend this morning exploring Kinkakuji, the temple of the Golden Pavilion and Ryoanji. The afternoon is free for activities to suit your interests. End the day with a yummy meal of Shabu Shabu Day7 Kyoto Departure day

Day2 Tokyo Cooking class, Harajuku, Meiji Shrine, and “Lost in Translation” tour.

Snow Monkey Extension

Day3 Tokyo Tsukiji ﬁsh market, Kabuki drama, Takayama walking tour Day4 Takayama Start the day at the Hida Folk Village, walk the area before making your own “saru bobo”, a lucky charm which is traditionally handed down from mother to daughter. Afternoon you’re free to explore! Days5-6 Kyoto Travel to Kyoto, join a local women’s group to learn more about two uniquely Japanese arts – ikebana and tea ceremony. In the evening you can wander the backstreets of Gion. In the morning of day 6 we go to two of Kyotos most famous temples – Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion) and Ryoanji zen rock garden. Afternoon is free.

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Tokyo is a fusion of both ancient and modern worlds. Discover the best of Old Edo and the ‘downtown’ area, as well as all the highlights of New Tokyo before speeding up to Nagano, nestled in the Japanese Alps. Peaceful Zenko-ji in Nagano is home to Japan’s oldest Buddha image and nearby shops sell steaming bowls of Soba noodles that the area is famous for. Nearby are the snow monkeys, taking shelter from the cold in a warm onsen where we spend 2 days exploring the area before heading back to Tokyo. •Group size: min 1

Days7-8 Osaka Wake to a morning of Zen meditation. Learn how to sit, how to breathe and what to think about. In the afternoon, travel to Osaka, famous for the local specialties of Takoyaki. In the evening wander along Dotonbori, to try some to die for crab, nibble on fugu or taste some of the local style okonomiyaki. Day9 Farewell dinner in the evening

Day1 Tokyo Arrival day Days2-3 Nagano Visit the largest ﬁsh market in the world before heading up into the snow covered Japanese Alps to Nagano. Explore holy Zenko-ji temple then slurp soba noodles (a specialty of the area) in one of the nearby restaurants. Watch snow monkeys shelter from the snow in warm thermal water. Days4-5 Tokyo

Japan Family Independent

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What better place to come with kids? Safe and clean, yet different enough from Western cultures to experience a completely different culture, and full of family friendly attractions that will keep everyone amused. From theme parks to ancient temples, anime to Japanese cuisine and everything in between this short itinerary covers a lot of ground and introduces you to the best Japan has to offer adventurous families.

Travel back to Tokyo to spend your last night back in the bustling capital at leisure your own leisure! Important notes: 1. The Tsukiji ﬁsh markets are closed every national holiday, Sundays and selected Wednesdays. 2. The temperature in Nagano will often be below or close to 0ºC (32ºF). Please check the latest weather and pack accordingly.

•Group size: Min 3 Highlights: Disneyland 1 day ticket, Ghibli Museum visit, Japanese home cooking class, Evening walk through Gion geisha district, Osaka day trip, Takoyaki making, 1 day bus pass, Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, Ryoanji Zen rock garden

Day1 Arrive Tokyo Konnichiwa! Welcome to Japan. Make you own way to Ryokan in Asakusa, Tokyo Day2 Tokyo Visit Disneyland or Disney Sea

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09. *Some accommodation has shared bathroom facilities. *Costing depends on numbers. Please enquire with your travel agent.

Adventure Based Tours

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Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge

For those more daring, these tours will not only delight the explorer in you but also satisfy your cultural curiosity. Koyasan

Kumano - World Heritage

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Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes •Adult and Child (6-11years): $1,557 •$50 additional for the following dates: Aug9-16, Dec27-Jan3 •Single supplement $227 •Group size: min 2 Tour includes: Trekking guide with English speaking assistant, 3 nights accommodation, local bus cost and Heian Kimono experience, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

For over 1000 years, people from all levels of society have been making the arduous pilgrimage to Kumano. The routes that they used are called the “Kumano Kodo”. These routes stretch across the mountainous Kii Peninsula. The walk itself, is an integral part of the pilgrimage process as they undertake rigorous religious rites of worship and puriﬁcation. Walking the ancient Kumano Kodo is a fantastic way to experience the unique cultural landscape of Kumano’s spiritual countryside and be part of thousands of years of history.

Climb Mt Fuji

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Climb Japan’s most extraordinary mountain, Mount Fuji! •Adult and Child (6-11years): $564 (July 20,27 August 3,7,16,21) $610 (July 11 August 29) Tour includes: 1 dinner, 1 breakfast Bus fare (Shinjuku - halfway point of Mt. Fuji - onsen -Shinjuku), mountain hut accommodation, mountaineer, tour conductor, onsen fee and all taxes.

The people of Japan think that it is a mountain that should be climbed at least once in a lifetime. It is not just a famous landscape but a symbol of Japan. Mt Fuji can be seen in many historical art works including that of the Ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai. Why not see for yourself what it means to climb Mt. Fuji and be ﬁlled with the feeling of accomplishment of seeing sunrise from the very top of this magniﬁcent mountain. 2009 Departures: Jul 11, 20, 27 / Aug 3, 7, 16, 21, 29

Departures: Daily (Mar 01 - Sep 30)

3 Trekking tour through Yakushima Island days

Buddhist Training at Koyasan

A UNESCO World Heritage Site! Trekking tour in English!

Once in a lifetime experience

•Adult: $1,378-$2,780 depending on season •Child (6-11years): Deduct $46 from Adult fare Infant (3-5years): $875 •4-5 people per 1 room/depending on season. Tour includes: 2 dinners (Kagoshima home dishes), 2 breakfasts. Round-trip domestic airplane ticket, round-trip ship ticket, accommodation, trekking tour fee, and all taxes and Airport fees.

Even though Yakushima Island is just 25 km in diameter, it is one of Japan’s most remarkable travel destinations. Why not escape the hectic city life and spend 3 days on a densely forested island? Spend 1 whole day with an English-speaking naturalist and trek through this incredible environment. Experience “true” Japan by staying in a minshuku (family-run private lodging like a bed and breakfast) and feast on foods grown locally in Yakushima. If 3 days is simply not long enough to enjoy all this island has to offer, you are welcome to stay longer to explore yourself (14 days maximum).

•Adult: $1,060 •Child (4-11 years): $650 •It is possible for 2-5 people to stay in 1 room The package includes: All transportation from Osaka to Koyasan, your meals, Buddhist training, transportation around Koyasan and back to Osaka.

Travel from the hustle and bustle of Osaka to the peaceful picturesque surroundings of Koyasan, and receive Buddhist training at a Shukubo (Temple lodging). Using a 2 day Koyasan travel pass, visit Koyasan and experience Buddhist training from an English speaking Monk. Take part in morning prayers and enjoy two vegetarian meals prepared with local produce. 2009 Departures: Mar 01 - Sep 30

2009 Departues: Please refer to our website or enquire with your travel agent.

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*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09.

H.I.S. Experience Workshops Japanese Traditional Cooking •Adult: ¥30,000 •Child (6-11years): ¥28,000 This tour takes you to one of Tokyo’ s most exquisite restaurants Hifumi, an exclusive, reservations-only Japanese restaurant. A master Japanese chef, who appeared in the Michelin Guide (the classic guide to exceptional restaurants), will teach you about the rich culture behind Japanese cuisine and how to prepare dishes like an expert. Using only the freshest ingredients, the chefs at Hifumi create delicious dishes to suit the season. Appreciate the food’s aesthetics, aroma and connection to the seasons and enjoy Japanese cuisine like never before. 2009 Departures: Mon - Fri (except 1st Fri, 2nd Tue, 3rd Thu of the month)

Ninja Tour •Adult: ¥15,000 •Child (6-11years): ¥13,000 Ninjas are often portrayed as supermen who carry out undercover espionage operations, making full use of phenomenal physical abilities and various ninjutsu (ninja techniques). Experience and feel the ninja world by watching their ﬁghting performance and participating in a ninja training session. Ninjas will teach you some of their techniques. 2009 Departure: Every Sun

Pop Culture Experience in Akihabara

A Day in the Life of a Sumo Wrestler •Adult: ¥18,000 •Child (6-11years): ¥14,000 A typical day in the life of a sumo wrestler starts with early morning practice. It’s a spectacle to see these powerful wrestlers battling it out in these morning sessions. You will witness up close the massive size of these wrestlers, which could not be truly appreciated from the sidelines. Straight after that it will be time to enjoy a meal of chanko (sumo meal) with oyakata (master). 2009 Departures: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 / May 5 / Jun 9, 16 / Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 / Sep 1, 8 / Oct 6, 13, 20 / Dec 8, 15, 22

Taiko Drumming Course & Asakusa Walk •Adult: ¥9,800 •Child (6-11years): ¥8,800 This tour will take you to discover the secrets of ‘Taiko’ Japanese drums. You will ﬁnd that ‘Taiko’ is not only a unique musical genre, but with physical activity involved in the drumming, a form of relaxation, recreation and entertainment. After your own chance to play, you will take a tour around Asakusa to ﬁnd out more about Japanese culture and traditions. 2009 Departures: Every Thu (except Jul 30 / Aug 6, 13 / Sep 17 / Dec 31)

•Adult: ¥4,800 •Child (6-11years): ¥4,800 An American “otaku” dressed as a cartoon character will walk you through the town of Akihabara, Tokyo’s world famous Electric Town and hub of “otaku” hardcore fan culture. He will show you aspects of the town that are deﬁnitely not explained in guide books! Step into one of Akihabara’s famous “maid cafes” and take a deeper glimpse into Japanese pop culture. Not only fans of anime, video games and cosplay but also people without prior knowledge can get a kick out of this tour! 2009 Departures: Every Sun (except May 3 / Jun 21)

Samurai Sword Action •Adult: ¥12,000 •Child (6-11years): ¥12,000 Be intrigued by sword ﬁghting performance by a group of experts led by Tetsuro Shimaguchi who choreographed the ﬁght scene in ‘Kill Bill One’. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a lesson with the best! 2009 Departures: Every Tue and Sun (except Jul 5, 26 / Aug 1-29 / Dec 1, 6, 8)

Wear a Kimono around Asakusa! •Adult Women: ¥19,800 •Adult Men: ¥16,800 Why not stroll through the streets of historical Asakusa dressed in a kimono? In this program, participants wear furisode – elegant and expensive long-sleeved kimono that are only worn at formal occasions such as weddings. A kitsuke (kimono dressing) teacher will help you put on your kimono and a professional photographer will take your photos. This is a will be an unforgettable Japanese experience! We also have kimonos for men, allowing couples to participate together. 2009 Departures: Every Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

•All workshops have an English speaking certiﬁed guide •Some workshops include meals, please enquire •There is a minimum and max.of participants depending on the workshop •Tour details may change. Please enquire at time of booking.

Day Tours

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From Tokyo Tokyo Dawn Ride, ½ Day

From Kyoto Japanese Sake Tasting & Fushimi Walking Tour

•Adult: $171

•Adult: $178 •Child (6-11years): Not available

Cycle Tokyo at dawn, Imperial Palace grounds, Tsukiji ﬁsh market, Sumida River, and Zozoji Temple. 2009 Departures: Departures to suit your schedule

The Talk of the Town Morning

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•Adult: $91 •Child (6-11years): $50 Visit Imperial Palace Plaza, as well as Roppongi Hills, Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Arcade before driving by Tsukiji Fish Market 2009 Departures: Apr 1 - Sep 30 2009: Daily

Dynamic Tour

A100

Visit Tokyo’s key spots, experience the tea ceremony, stroll through the gardens of an old samurai villa and shop the afternoon away at Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping Arcade. Lunch included. 2009 Departures: Jan 05 - Dec 26: Daily (except Feb 22 / Mar 22)

Mt Fuji & Hakone One Day

F800

•Adult: $364 •Child (6-11years): $182 Experience Mt. Fuji, Japan’s most famous symbol and ride the well re-knowned Bullet Train! 2009 Departures: Jan 1 - Dec 31: Daily(except Jan 3-4 / Feb 22 / Mar 22 / May 2-5 / Jul 18 / Aug 13-15 / Sep 19-21 / Oct 11)

Nikko – World Heritage Tour

F300

•Adult: $319 •Child (6-11years): $160 Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and admire the carvings of the “3 Wise Monkeys”. Travel up Irohazaka and marvel at Kegon Waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan. 2009 Departures: Daily (except Mar 22 / May 2-5, 18 / Jul 18 / Aug 13-16 / Sep 19-22 / Oct 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 / Nov 1, 7)

Sumo Tour – Tokyo Tournament

2009 Departures: Jan11 - Nov 28: Thu & Sun (except Aug 11-15)

Kyoto 1 Day

F550

•Adult: $222 •Child (6-11years): $222 This Japanese-style wrestling dates back to ancient times and is thus full of rituals. Tokyo hosts three tournaments annually. 2009 Departures: May 10-24 / Sep 13-27

Bonsai, Oiran and Yakatabune Tour •Adult: $387 •Child (6-11years): $375 Learn about the beautiful formal traditions of Bonsai and Oiran by day; relax with dinner on a Japanese-style Yakatabune boat cruise by night. 2009 Departures: Mar 1 - Nov 30: Sat & Sun (Except Mar 22 / May 2,3) A160

•Adult: $148 •Child (6-11years): $89 Start off a wonderful evening with a Japanese-style dinner. Get a breathtaking night view of Tokyo spreading out to the horizon from Roppongi Hills. 2009 Departures: Jan 9 - Feb 28: Fri & Sat / Mar 1 - Dec 26: Daily (except Mon and Mar 22)

•Adult: $264 •Child (6-11years): $216 2009 Departures: Jan 5 - Dec 29: Daily *From Osaka is also available

Kyoto Maiko Night •Adult: $239 •Child (6-11years): $239

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•Adult: $257 •Child (6-11years): $257 2009 Departures: Mar 7 - Nov28: Tue, Thu, Sat (except Jul 14, 16 / Aug 13, 15)

Kyoto & Nara 1 Day

N110

•Adult: $287 •Child (6-11years): $235 2009 Departures: Jan 5 - Dec 29: Daily *From Osaka is also available

Kyoto Cycling Tour with attendant (Machiya House Tour) ½ day

•Adult: $157 •Child (6-11years): $157

Full day •Adult: $323 •Child (6-11years): $323 2009 Departures: Daily

From Osaka Experience Making Okonimiyaki & Stroll Along Dotonbori ½ Day

T200

•Adult: $189 •Child (6-11years): $166 2009 Departures: Jan 13-Dec 22: Tue & Fri

From Hiroshima Hiroshima & Miyajima 1 Day

•Adult: $335 •Child (6-11years): $287 2009 Departures: Apr & Oct: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun / Others: Mon, Tue, Fri & Sat (except Dec 27-31) * From Osaka or Kyoto is also available

From Nagoya Toyota Motor Plant Tour

NG200

•Adult: $273 •Child (6-11years): $205 2009 Departures: Jan 20-Dec 15: Tue (except May 5 / Jul 21 / Sep 22 / Oct 13 / Nov 14) *From Kyoto is also available

Sumo Tour •Adult: $223 •Child: $223 2009 Departures: Jul 12-Jul 26

Best Access in Tokyo at a very reasonable price!

Kyoto-Kansai Airport Transfer

Yasaka Taxi

N400

2009 Departures: Apr 17 - Nov 6: Wed & Fri (except Jul 15, 17 / Aug 12, 14)

“Door to Door” Limousine Bus service Connects Narita International Airport with major hotels in Tokyo, Tokyo City Air Terminal (TCAT), and Yokohama City Air Terminal (YCAT).

N100

Kyoto Special Night

•Adult: $273 •Child (6-11years): $182

Tokyo Nightlife

T100

Yasaka Taxi offers door to door shuttle bus services to and from anywhere in Kyoto to Kansai International Airport.

NG560

Ryokan - Traditional Accommodation

Experience the elements of Japanese culture and customs: living in a room with Tatami (straw mat) ﬂooring and changing into a yukata robe. After taking an onsen spa bath, sleep on a futon placed directly on the tatami ﬂoor. You will experience the culture and comforts of Japanese hospitality and service. Noboribetsu Mahoroba

$371~

Takayama

Seiryu Ryokan

$348~

Relaxing get away nestled in the mountains for those who love onsens! This hotel has the largest outdoor onsen in Japan with unique mineral content. Over 31 different onsen bathes to try! u15 mins from Noboribetsu Station

While cozily furnished rooms promise a pleasant lodging, dining too is tended with equal care. The on site restaurant here simply delights the food buffs with its range of local delicacies. u7 mins walk from JR Takayama Station

Tokyo

Kyoto

Yoshimizu (breakfast only)

$344~

Perfect way to live in harmony with nature, while still being located in heart of Tokyo! Experience the exquisite Hinoki and stone warmth of traditional Japanese style private bath u10 mins by taxi from Tokyo Station

Nikko

Nikko Sanhime Monogatari

$535~

Visit the magical city of Nikko, a World Heritage Site, that has ancient temples dating back thousands of years! You will enjoy magniﬁcent views throughout the seasons from Sanhime Monogatari as every room faces the meandering river u6 mins by bus from Nikko Station

Kusatsu

Hotel Sakurai

$336~

Come see where Tokyo locals go to get the true onsen experience! Set in Kusatsu, enjoy being amongst an onsen village, bathing the days away with views of the changing scenery from your hotel and try the famous onsen mangyu!! u5 mins on foot from Kusatsu Bus Terminal

Hakone Yumoto

Hakone Yumoto Hotel

$341~

Within the hotel site are remains a the stone-paved Old Tokai Highway, providing guests with a reminder of journeys in the olden days u10 mins walk from Hakone Yumoto Station

Nagano Yudanaka Biyunoyado

Nisshokan Shoshintei

$215~

This ryokan is a perfect choice for business and sightseeing due to its lively area and accessible location. Kyoto is home to the soy milk products like `tofu’, which will be offered in the hotels cuisine along with their very own daily baked bread u30 mins by bus from JR Kyoto Station

Mt. Koya Sekishoin

$391~

The ryokan is owned by a historical Buddist temple. Guests can enjoy traditional Japanese beauty, such as the Japanese garden, several are wellknown masterpieces, a tea house and some interesting architecture. “Shojinryori” or Buddist Monk vegetarian meals are served to the guests u10 minutes by car from Koyasan cable car station

Miyajima

Miyajima Seaside Hotel

$354~

A quiet ryokan surrounded by a beautiful sea shore with white sand and green pine trees. From every guest room there is a beautiful view of the sea and night sky. u4 mins walk from Miyajima Port

Beppu

New Matsumi

$321~

Beppu Bay views from cypress pine onsen. Try the delicacy of `Fugu’ puffer ﬁsh which is famous in Kyushu u10 mins from JR Nippo Line Beppu Station

$328~

For those looking for a great side ski trip! Enjoy local dishes that use wild edible plants, seasonal ﬁsh and vegtables. A courtesy shuttle bus is also available to see the lively Snow Monkeys u8 mins from Yudanaka Station

Pictures clockwise from left: Open Air bath of Wakakusa-no Yado Maruen Ryokan© Japan Ryokan Association/© JNTO, Townscape of Yunotsu© JNTO, Shima© Kanazawa City/ © JNTO, © Japan Ryokan Association/© JNTO

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09. *All costs per person per night twin share (unless stated otherwise). *Prices may differ due to seasonality. *Include breakfast and dinner (except in Tokyo).

Hotel List

Q Shinagawa Prince Hotel

W Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa

Shinagawa

Shiba

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•8 mins walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station •01Apr09-31Dec09 •Facilities Laundry Service Business Support Gift Shop Restaurants Reservations

•2 mins walk from JR Shinagawa Station •East Tower(SGL): $253~ •North Tower: $181~ •Main Tower: $207~ •Incl B/F

R Park Hotel Tokyo

$171~

T Sunshine City Prince Hotel

Y Crown Plaza Metropolitan

Ikebukuro

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•7 mins walk from JR Shimbashi Station •01Apr09-30Dec09 •Facilities 24 hr Room Service Business Centre Concierge Service European Gift Shops

•8 mins walk from Ikebukuro station •Facilities Underground Parking Convenience Store Concierge Service

•1 min walk from Ikebukuro Metropolitan Exit •01Apr09-31Mar10 •Facilities Gym Hair salon Business Centre Clothing Shops Beauty Salon Florist, Bakery Photo Studio

$144~

U Shibuya Tokyu Hotel

$197~

I Hotel Listel Shinjuku

O Best Western Shinjuku Astina Hotel

Shibuya

Shinjuku

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•Direct access from Shibuya Station •Facilities Banquet Hall Conference Vending Machine Restaurants

•01Apr09-31Mar10 •10mins walk from Shinjuku Station •Facilities Multi-lingual Staff French Restaurant Bar/Lounge Room service •Incl B/F

•8 mins walk from Shinjuku Station •Facilities Free High Speed Internet Access News paper Service Executive Lounge Free Access

$222~

$139~

P Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel

$222~

Shinbashi

$243~

$347~

E Shiba Park Hotel Tokyo

$223~

{ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Tokyo

} Hotel Ibis Roppongi

Shibuya

Nihonbashi

Roppongi

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•7 mins walk from Nihonbashi Station •01Apr09-31Mar10 •Facilities Banquet Hall Wedding Chapel Restaurants Beauty Salon

•1 min walk from Roppongi Station •Facilities Bar Banquet Hall Game Centre Karaoke

$564~

$223~

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09. *All costs per person per night twin share (unless stated otherwise). *Prices may differ due to seasonality.

q Chisun Grand Akasaka Akasaka ´´´ •In front of Exit 7 at Akasaka station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line •Facilities Business services’ Room service (24 hours) Laundry facilities Concierge services *Single and double room only

$177~ w Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel Maihama (Disney afﬁliated hotel) ´´´´´ •Facilities Pool Gym Public Bath Kid's Entertainment Shopping Restaurant Vending Machine •Incl B/F

Kyoto Tower Annex 3 mins walk from Kyoto Station

KYOTO

Shimojyo-ku

Suburb

Class ´´

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$164~

Hotel New Hankyu Kyoto 3 mins walk from JR Kyoto Station

Shionokoji-dori

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$189~

Rihga Royal 7 mins walk from Kyoto Station

Shimojyo-ku

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$164~

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$220~

YHA

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$51~

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$182~

Hotel New Hankyu Shibata, Kita-ku 2 mins walk from JR Subway Osaka Station

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$218~

Hotel Granvia Direct access from Osaka Station

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$200~

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$232~

YHA

01Apr-31Dec09

$114~

Hotel New Hiroden Hiroshima Station 3 mins walk from JR Hiroshima Station

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$173~

Mitsui Garden Hotel 7 min by taxi from Hiroshima Station

Hiroshima Station

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$171~

Oriental Hotel Hiroshima 5 min by taxi from Hiroshima Station

Hiroshima Station

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$184~

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$196~

Hakone Hotel Hakone Yumoto 1 min walk from Hakone Yumoto Station

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$227~

Fujiya Hotel Hakone Yumoto 15 mins by taxi from Hakone Yumoto Station

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$238~

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$293~

Hotel Granvia Kyoto Kyoto Station Direct access from inside of Kyoto station Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel Ukyo-ku 8 min by taxi from Saganosen Hanazono Station

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OSAKA Chisun Hotel Shinsaibashi 6 min walk from Shinsaibashi Station

Shinsaibashi

Umeda

Rihga Royal Hotel Nakanoshima 10 mins by shuttle bus from JR Osaka Station Shin Osaka Youth Hostel 5 min walk from Shin-osaka Station

Shin Osaka

HIROSHIMA

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima Hiroshima Station Direct access from inside of Hiroshima Station

$318~

HAKONE

e Sunroute Plaza Tokyo Maihama(Disney afﬁliated hotel) ´´´ •5 min by shuttle bus or taxi from Maihama Station •Facilities Banquet Hall aundry service Money Exchange *Please ask for seasonalities

$177~

OTHER CITIES

FUKUOKA Hotel Nikko Fukuoka 7 min walk from Hakata Station

Hakata Station

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Court Hotel Hakata Ekimae 7 min walk from Hakata Station

Hakata Station

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KANAZAWA Kanazawa Hakuchoro Hotel Kanazawa 10 min by taxi from Kanazawa Station

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$177~

TAKAYAMA Hida Hotel Plaza 5 min walk from JR Takayama Station

Takayama

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$303~

Best Western Takayama 1 min walk from JR Takayama Station

Takayama

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$228~

Takayama Green Hotel 8 min walk from JR Takayama Station

Takayama

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$186~

Marroad International Hotel Narita 10 mins by shuttle bus from Narita Airport

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$101~

Mercure Narita Narita 20 mins by Shuttle bus from Narita Airport

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$133~

Holiday Inn Tobu Narita 5 mins by shuttle bus from Narita Airport

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$189~

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$199~

NARITA AIRPORT

KANSAI AIRPORT Washington Hotel Kansai Airport 10 mins by shuttle bus from Kansai Airport

*All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09. *All costs per person per night twin share (unless stated otherwise). *Prices may differ due to seasonality.

Powder Paradise

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ry Luxaubudget

Hokkaido

Niseko Full Note (shared facilities) From $146

Pension

Moorea From $189

Pension

Scot Hotel From $189

Hotel

Niseko Kogen Hotel From $205

Hotel

Niseko

Hilton Niseko Village From $310 pp

Breakfast included •Special Offer: Pay 5 nights, get 7 nights Pay 7 nights, get 10 nights Pay 10 nights, get 14 nights

Annupuri Village 3 Bedroom Luxury Chalet 4 people in one chalet From $397 5 people in one chalet From $343 6 people in one chalet From $308 7 people in one chalet From $282 8 people in one chalet From $263 Niseko Company 3 Bedroom Chalet From $773 per chalet

Chalet

4 Bedroom Chalet From $1,159 per chalet 5 Bedroom Chalet From $1,352 per chalet 6 Bedroom Chalet From $1,739 per chalet

Furano Pension Furanui From $114 Furano Prince Hotel From $242

Pension Hotel

Rusutsu North/South Wing From $275

Hotel

Honshu

Hakuba Hakuba Terry Hotel From $222 La Neige Honkan From $258

Nozawa Onsen Nozawa Onsen Hotel (Japanese style room, shared facilities) From $220 Nozawa Grand Hotel (Japanese style room) From $352

Shiga Kogen Villa Ichinose From $141 Hotel Sunroute Shigakogen From $215

Specia

Zao

6 Day Special in Zao! From $2,677 pp (Weekdays only) Package Including: •5 Nights Accommodation (Western Style Room) •5x Breakfasts •4x Dinners •4 Day Ski Wear & Ski or Snowboard Rental •4 Day Unlimited Lift Pass •Daily Transfer to Ski Slopes •Return transfer from Sendai Airport (Extra from Narita Airport)

l SpeciaInawashiro Tokyo and Ski Package From $1,406 pp

Package Including: •3 nights at Hotel Listel Shinjuku including breakfast •3 nights at Hotel Listel Iwanashiro (ski in ski out) including breakfast and dinner •3 Day Unlimited Lift Pass •Return transfer from Hotel Listel Shinjuku and Hotel Listel Iwanashiro *Conditions Apply *Costing based on twin share per person

*Conditions Apply

*All prices per person per night twin share (unless stated atherwise). *All prices may change due to currency ﬂuctuations. *Prices valid from Apr 09 - Dec 09. *Costing includes breakfast (except for chalets).

Calender of Festivals

`Showa Day’ Emperors Birthday April 29th

MAY

JANUARY

New Year Day Coming of Age `Seijin-no-hi’ 2nd Monday in January

celebrated by those turning 20years of age

Nanokado Hadaka-mairi 7 January

Fukushima Prefecture Unusual naked festival known throughout Japan in which young townsmen dressed only in loincloths rush to climb a rope to the ceiling of Nanokado temple to capture a holy charm.

Hiroshima Flower Festival 3rd - 5th May Children’s Day `Kodomo no Hi’ 5th May Aoi Matsuri – Kyoto May 15th Asakusa Sanja Matsuri 15th, 16th, and 17th May Tokyo

Golden Week April 29th - May 5th

JUNE

FEBRUARY

Throwing of beans festival `Setsubun’ 3rd February to get rid of evil spirits

Sapporo Snow Festival 5th-11th February Valentine’s Day 14th February.

Rice Planting Festival 14 June

Sumiyoshi Shrine, Osaka Major rice-planting festival that dates back more than 1,700 years

Tokyo Bay Fireworks June/July

Women give men chocolates/gifts

JULY

MARCH

`Omizutori’ Fire and Water Celebration 1st-14th March Nara at Todaiji Temple

Doll Festival / Girls Day `Hinamatsuri’ 3rd March White Day 14th March. Men give women chocolates/gifts

`Tanabata’ Star Festival 7th July Fuji Rock Festival 25th-27th July `Doyono ushi no hi’ – Day for eating Eel 19th and 31st July Gion Matsuri all July and especially 17th

AUGUST

`Hounen Matsuri’ Fertility Festival 15th March Komaki, Gifu

`Hanami’ Cherry Blossom Viewing late March to April Tokyo International Anime Fair 2008 late March

APRIL

Aomori Nebuta Festival 2nd August Memorial Day for Hiroshima Peace Park 6th August Awaodori 12-15 August Tokushima City, Festival of dance

`Obon’ Festival 13-16th August

Miyako odori 1-30 April

pray for the souls of their ancestors

Kobu Kaburenjo Theatre, Kyoto A highly-anticipated annual showcase of Geiko (geisha) dances and music. This is a rare chance to see these skilled artists perform in public.

Oh-chamori 12-13 April

Saidai-ji Temple, Nara A 700-year-old tradition in which participants help each other drink tea from an oversized tea cup.

Takayama Festival 14th and15th April

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Festival 14-16 September

Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrines Reitaisai festival features displays of yabusame - Japanese archery on horseback - and draws large crowds.

Kokkeisetsu September 30 - October 1

Chinatown, Yokohama Celebrating Chinese National Foundation Day

OCTOBER

Nagasaki Kunchi 7-9 October

Suwa-Jinja Shrine, Nagasaki Lively festival with a cosmopolitan atmosphere reﬂecting Nagasaki’s history of international contact.

Hi Matsuri (Fire Festival) 22 October Kurama, Kyoto

Nagoya Festival Mid-October

Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture

World Cosplay Summit October Nagoya, Osu-Kannon

NOVEMBER

Hakone Daimyo Gyoretsu 3rd November

Feudal Lord’s Procession in Hakone, Yumoto Hot Spring Town, Hakone

`Shichi-go-san’ 15th November

Celebrating children you have become 3, 5, 7 years old.

DECEMBER

Chichibu Yomatsuri (Chichibu Night Festival) 2nd & 3rd December

Saitama, Gorgeous ﬂoats dash up a steep slope.

Takata no Inoko 3 December

Sakurai, Nara Prefecture Village youths carry food and torches in procession to offer to the gods for peace and good harvests.

`Gozan no okuribi’, Bonﬁre Festival 16th August Mt-Fuji Jazz Festival Lake August

`Tennou-tanjoubi’ 23rd December

SEPTEMBER

Christmas 25th December New Year’s Eve 31st December

Yamanaka

Hassaku-sai 5 September

Current Emperor’s Birthday

Matsuo-taisha Shrine, Kyoto. Celebration of buddist dance and sumo wrestling

Hie Shrine

Travel Tips

Passport & Visas requirements

Flights

International gateway into Japan is Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya with Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways and Jetstar.

Climate

Japan experiences four distinct seasons. Spring is March to May, Summer is June to August, Autumn is September to November and Winter is December to February. Average temperature range in °C

PLEASE NOTE : This information is intended as a guide only.

Tokyo Osaka Nagoya Kyoto Fukuoka

Jan 1-10 0-9 1-9 3-9 1-10

Apr 10-18 9-19 8-19 9-20 8-19

Jun 22-29 18-27 17-27 23-31 18-26

A valid passport is required for entry into Japan, and a visa is not required for Australian passport holders for stay up to 90 days. Non-Australian passport holders should check their visa requirements with the Japanese Consulate-General or their travel consultant. IMPORTANT: Passengers need to double-check their visa requirements with the appropriate Embassy/Consular Ofﬁce as visa regulations may have changed.

Public Holidays 2009

Oct 14-21 13-23 12-23 13-22 12-23

Time Difference

Japan is 1 hour behind Australian Eastern Standard Time, except during Daylight Saving time when there is a 2-hour difference.

2010

29 03 04 05 21 15 23 13 03 24 23 01 12 11 20

Apr May May May Jul Sep Sep Oct Nov Nov Dec Jan Jan Feb Mar

Showa Day Constitution Memorial Day Greenery Day Children’s Day Marine Day Respect for the Aged Day Autumn Equinox Day Health and Sport Day Culture Day Labour Thanksgiving Day Emperor’s Birthday New Year’s Day Coming of Age Day National Foundation Day Vernal Equinox Day

Currency

The unit of Japanese currency is the YEN, with four bills, 1000, 2000, 5000 and 10000, plus coins of smaller denomination, 1, 5, 10, 50, 100 and 500. You can buy yen at hotels, banks, and other authorized money exchangers, however it is recommended to change your money prior to travel.

Credit Cards

Major credit cards are widely accepted in cities, however towns in more remote areas will only accept cash payment.

Electricity

As a voltage in Japan is 100V, travellers are required an adapters to convert any appliances. Duplex electrical outlets are commonly used.

Duty Allowance

400 cigarettes or 100 cigars 3 bottles (750cc each) of liquor 2 ounces of perfume 2 watches (one watch under 30000yen) Goods other than above which market value does not exceed 200000yen.

PLEASE NOTE : Whilst we take every care to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at time of printing, we urge you to check details of your selected holiday with your travel consultants prior to booking. You should inquire about local issues and conditions at destinations prior to travel. Travel advice can be obtained from various sources including local governments, local consular ofﬁces and the website of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade www.smartraveller.gov.au

Terms and conditions

Brochure validity: From 1 April 2009

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Day 1 Narita Airport to Tokyo

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Transfer from airport to hotel in Tokyo. Day 2 Tokyo

Morning, tour of Tokyo. Afternoon, calligraphy and tea ceremony lesson. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional Japanese Tavern. B D Day 3 Tokyo – Saitama – Tokyo Morning, further tour of Tokyo. Afternoon, visit a traditional Japanese style farm where you will visit their homes and prepare your own country style lunch. After arrival in Tokyo, enjoy a Kabuki show. B L Day 4 Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Relax at your Onsen hotel overnight. B L D

Day 5 Hakone – Takayama Morning, travel to Takayama by train. Afternoon, free at leisure. Overnight at Ryokan for authentic Japanese experience. B Day 6 Takayama Full day walking tour through Takayama. Enjoy a mouth watering dinner of Hida Beef – ‘wagyu’, unique to this region. B D Day 7 Takayama – Kanazawa Morning, an open air museum displaying traditional thatched roof houses. Afternoon, proceed to Kanazawa. B Day 8 Kanazawa – Kyoto Full day walking tour of Kanazawa including Kenrokuen and sake brewery. Afternoon, proceed to Kyoto. B

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Day 1 Narita Airport to Tokyo Transfer from airport to hotel in Tokyo. Day 2 Tokyo

Morning, tour of Tokyo. Afternoon, visit a traditional Japanese style farm in Saitama where you will visit their homes and prepare your own country style lunch using their fresh produce for your very own Ohanami (cherry blossom viewing) party! After lunch, stroll through kilometres of cherry blossoms! After arrival in Tokyo, enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional Japanese Tavern. B D

Day 3 Tokyo Morning, further tour of Tokyo. Afternoon, calligraphy and tea ceremony lesson. Afternoon, visit Ueno Park to see the lively manner of how Japanese people enjoy Ohanami. B L Day 4 Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Hakone Full day tour of Mt Fuji and Hakone. Relax at your onsen hotel overnight. B L D

Day 9 Kyoto

Morning, half day sightseeing of Kanazawa including Kenrokuen, followed by traditional Japanese sweets making class using Kanazawa’s well-known gold leaf. B

Full day tour of Kyoto followed by a hands-on paper craft making experience.

Day 8 Kanazawa – Kyoto

B L

Full day walking tour of Kanazawa including visit to sake brewery. Afternoon, proceed to Kyoto. B

Day 10 Kyoto Morning, further tour of Kyoto. Afternoon, your choice of joining a shopping tour or one of the cultural programs*, tea ceremony, ﬂower arrangement, cooking class, or kimono wearing. Farewell dinner at Kyoto-style kaiseki restaurant with short Maiko performance. B D

Day 9 Kyoto

Day 11 Kyoto – Tokyo

Day 10 Kyoto

Morning, proceed to Tokyo. Afternoon, free at leisure.

Day 12 Tokyo – Narita Free until departure to Narita Airport

Group size: Min 10, max 20 Pick-up / Drop off service / From Narita Airport Guide: English-speaking guide throughout tour B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner *All travellers must arrive with a 7-day Japan Rail (JR) pass. Please arrange this through your travel agent.

Full day tour of Kyoto by coach. Enjoy Miyako-Odori, traditional dance performance in Gion, the heart of Kyoto’s historic entertainment district.* Evening, night cherry blossom viewing with illumination. B L Morning, either own sightseeing and shopping at Kiyomizu Temple or touring with your guide. Afternoon, your choice of joining a shopping tour or one of the cultural programs*, tea ceremony, ﬂower arrangement, cooking class or kimono wearing. Farewell dinner at Kyoto-style kaiseki restaurant with short Maiko performance. B D Day 11 Kyoto – Tokyo Morning, proceed to Tokyo. Afternoon, free at leisure.

Day 12 Tokyo – Narita Free until departure to Narita Airport

*Date of Miyako-Odori performance may vary depending on ticket availability and it can be either on Day 9 or day 10

*Additional cost for cultural programs * Itinerary may change due to weather conditions and tourist sights closure dates. * Some touring will be conducted on foot. All travellers must have a basic ﬁtness level. * Due to climate conditions, autumn foliage or cherry blossom view cannot be guaranteed.