YOKOTA TOURS POLICIES
I TT M a r c h Yokota Tour Wait-List Policy
You must be 18 or older to sign up for a Yokota Tour. All participants 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to go on Yokota Tours. Please read the tour descriptions in this brochure thoroughly. Participants are encouraged to eat a good breakfast prior to departing on all morning tours; you may also bring your own food on the tours. Rest stops are made on all tours lasting over two hours. (The food at the rest stops is primarily Japanese and currency used is yen.) At all stops, we encourage passengers to return to the same seat taken at the beginning of the tour, and always return to the bus at the time directed by the tour guide. Buses for all Yokota Tours depart near building 2000. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time as buses leave promptly, rain or shine.
If the tour is full, you can put your name on a waiting list. If there are any cancellations, we will try to contact you three times via phone. After receiving the phone call, you will have 24 hours to come by the Yokota ITT Office to sign up. After the 24 hour period is over, we will move on to the next person on the list.
Inclement Weather All tour cancellations due to inclement weather will be determined by 4 p.m. the day before the scheduled tour. Customers will be notified by 6 p.m. that night. In the event a cancellation is necessary, charge refunds will be made the following day and cash refunds will be available after five business days. Customer receipts will be needed to pay out refunds.
Full payment for the cost of the tour is due at the time of reservation and must be made in person. All payments must be made in cash, check or charge (VISA, MASTERCARD or CLUB CARD); yen will not be accepted.
Yokota Tours Refund Policy • One-Day Tours Refund will be provided for cancellations made four or more business days prior to tour date. Any cancellations made after four business days will not be entitled to a refund.
Smoking and consumption of alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the tour bus. Personal coolers are acceptable but must be stored in the luggage compartment beneath the bus. Listening to media players is allowed only with the use of headphones. Parents must ensure their children are well behaved and do not disturb other passengers.
• Overnight Tours The cancellation policy will be notated on the tour book for each tour.
The Yokota ITT staff strive to ensure the most enjoyable trip possible. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate groups when requested. However, due to seating and ticket availability, this may not always be possible.
• Military Obligations In the case of a TDY, TAD, exercise or recall, written documentation (TDY orders or letter from squadron commander/first sergeant) must be presented prior to departure for a full refund.
The Yokota ITT Office is not responsible for the loss of personal items (baggage, equipment, etc.) left on the bus. The Yokota ITT Office is not responsible for any accidents due to personal negligence or misconduct on the tour.
In the event that Yokota ITT has already purchased the admission ticket, you will have to pay for the admission ticket cost regardless of the reason for cancellation.
All trip schedules can change due to traffic and/or other extenuating circumstances.
Policy for Conduct and Alcoholic Beverages on FSS Tour Buses These guidelines will be followed for the safety and comfort of all passengers traveling aboard 374 FSS sponsored tours to include: Yokota Tours; Outdoor Recreation trips; New Sanno/ Narita shuttles and all Private Organizations that contract transportation through 374 FSS Vehicle Operations. The following provisions will be followed by all customers electing to travel on a 374 FSS bus: Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the seating and aisle area of the bus. All coolers, bags or backpacks containing alcoholic beverages must be stored within the bus luggage compartment located below and separated from the seating compartment.
Yokota ITT
227-7083/227-7084 Hours of Operation
3
Yokota Tours
Mon–Fri • 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun & Hol • Closed
A customer found in the seating area with alcoholic beverages will be directed by a 374 FSS escort to immediately move the beverages to the luggage compartment. Customers refusing to comply with the no-alcohol policy while en route will be released at the next convenient train station or location. The customer is responsible in securing their own transportation back to Fussa/Yokota. Customers found intoxicated when boarding a 374 FSS bus for return travel to Fussa/Yokota will be refused admittance on the bus. They will be directed to the closest train station or location. Again, it is the responsibility of the intoxicated person to find another means of travel. Persons not permitted to travel with 374 FSS due to the above circumstances shall forfeit their ability to receive a refund for incurred expenses for bus travel and event fees.
Sign-Ups Start: YokotaFSS.com
Sat • 2 Feb 10 a.m.
Individuals will be referred to the 374th Mission Support Group Commander for non-compliance with the above requirements. Incidents will be handled under UCMJ or YCAP as appropriate.
You must have your receipt at the time the refund is requested. No refund 30 days after the event date.
Prices and schedules are subject to change without notice.
Note: For regular tours, customers are permitted to purchase up to 10 tickets per person. For special tours, customers are permitted up to five tickets per person. Group seating is not guaranteed on tours.
March Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
Apr tour sales Disneyland Monkey Park
3
4
5
6
7
8
Cup Noodle Museum, Cosmo World & Mall
9 Tokyo Waterfront & Asakusa Illumination at Pleasure Forest
10
11
12
13
14
Fire Walking Ceremony
15
16
Fertility Fest
Kamakura
YOKOTA ITT TOURS CUSTOMER PARKING 17
18
19
20
21
22
23
HUGHES
TO CHILI’S
E CLUB
Anime Fair
Enoshima Aquarium & Island
Samurai City
BLDG. 2000 24
25
26
27
Shiraito Falls, Garden Park & WInd Cave
28
29
30 Hakkeijima Sea Paradise
TO ODR GEORGE
Samurai City
31 Shopping at Yokosuka Navy Exchange
Sign-ups Start: 2 Feb
Himeji Castle & Kobe Overnight Tour Sat–Sun • 6–7 Apr Takayama Spring Fest Overnight Tour Sat–Sun • 13–14 Apr
Please park your POVs in the parking spaces near the side of building 2000. ITT customers, please do NOT park your POVs in the E Club parking lot.
Yokota Tours BUS PICKUP LOCATION
H i m ej i Ca stle & Ko b e Ove r n i g h t • SAT– S u n • 6 – 7 A p r
Tokyo Disneyland SAT • 2 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$95 (18 & Up) • $80 (12–17) • $70 (4–11) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Disneyland Return
6 a.m. 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m.
Winter Illumination at Pleasure Forest
Tokyo International Anime Fair
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SAT • 9 MAR
$40 (13 & Up) • $35 (3–12) $30 (2 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Depart Park Return
4:30 p.m. 5:30–8:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and one-day passport. Modeled after the original park in California, Tokyo Disneyland features 40 attractions located in seven themed lands: World Bazaar, Adventureland, Westernland, Critter Country, Fantasyland, Toontown and Tomorrowland. There are over 50 dining facilities and 60 retail shops in the park. Meet Disney characters and enjoy this famously fun park. For temporary closures of park rides and facilities, please visit TokyoDisneyResort.jp.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and park admission. Amusement rides are pay-as-you-go. Winter illumination at its best! Marvel at the beauty of this park lit with 6 million LEDs. Enjoy riding the Ferris wheel, The Big Swing and more.
Monkey Park in Nagano
SUN • 10 MAR
SAT • 2 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
Cost by Age Group:
$55 (18 & Up) • $50 (6–17) • $35 (4–5) $35 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Lunch Monkey Park Return
Fire Walking Ceremony
8 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30–3:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and park admission. Please be prepared to walk up to 45 minutes (1.2 miles) on a paved and unpaved, icy path to get to the park. Baby strollers are not recommended. Snow boots and a heavy jacket are highly recommended. Featured on many documentary specials, meet the famous, wild snow monkeys face-to-face without cages or enclosures. Observe the fun and social monkey families as they bathe in natural hot springs.
Cup Noodle Museum, Yokohama Cosmo World & Red BRick Warehouse Mall SUN • 3 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$40 (13 & Up) • $35 (3–12) $30 (2 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Mt. Takao Return
9 a.m. 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.
SAT • 23 MAR
$50 (13 & Up) • $30 (4–12) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Depart Anime Return
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission. The annual Tokyo International Anime Fair, also known as Anime Japan, is one of the largest anime trade fairs in the world. View the trade shows and symposiums or wander through the anime bazaar where you can buy anime and character goods. An anime collector’s paradise!
Samurai City
Aizuwakamatsu SAT–SUN • 23–24 Mar Cost by Age Group:
$195 (13 & Up) Per Person $175 (4–12) Per Person $45 (3 & Under) No Bed/No Meals
FRI • 15 MAR
Tour cost includes bus and train transportation; one-night accommodation with breakfast and two lunches; guided sightseeing tours to Nikko Toshogu, Ouchi-juku Post Town, Tsuruga Castle, Nisshinkan School of Samurai Museum; and more. Aizuwakamatsu is a castle town known for its samurai tradition and cultural ties that have been handed down for generations. Hiking and skiing are popular in this region with breathtaking mountain views available throughout the year. It is also a historical town with the last battles between Tokugawa and the Meiji government forces taking place here. There are many buildings and locations of National Treasures and cultural significance, the most notable being the Tsuruga Castle. The castle gained fame as an impenetrable fortress when it withstood heavy attacks during the Boshin War.
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Tour cost includes bus transportation and round-trip cable car ride. Witness the Hiwatari Ceremony and watch priests of the Yakuoin Temple and other believers walk on burning coals and glowing embers — a symbolic attempt to purify the body and soul from evil. It is said the flames will not harm those who step swiftly and lightly as opposed to those who move uncertainly due to lack of faith. During your visit, enjoy a spectacular view of dense forests, valleys and the surrounding mountain ranges from the top of Mount Takao.
Fertility Festival $55 (18 & Up)
Depart Cup Noodle & Cosmo World Red Brick Mall Return
7:30 a.m. 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Lunch On Your Own) 1:30–4 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation, admission to Cup Noodle Museum and one Cup Noodle creation. Learn about the history and inventions of Cup Noodle at the Cup Noodle Museum. Create your own original Cup Noodle package from thousands of flavor combinations. After eating your fill, we will visit Yokohama Cosmo World. Unlike other amusement parks, customers at Yokohama Cosmo World pay by the individual attraction, allowing for lower overall costs. Ride on the giant Ferris wheel or the diving roller coaster, Vanish, and take kids to the extensive children’s area. Our last stop will be the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse. Originally Japan’s first modern port facility, the brick buildings now house restaurants and shops.
Depart Festival Return
5 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 12 a.m.
Tokyo Waterfront Area & Asakusa Temple Odaiba & Palette Town SAT • 9 MAR Cost by Age Group:
$50 (12 & Up) • $40 (6–11) • $35 (4–5) $30 (3 & Under is Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Asakusa River Cruise Garden Odaiba Return
8:30 a.m. 10 a.m. (Lunch On Your Own) 1–1:35 p.m. 1:35–2:30 p.m. 3–5 p.m. 7 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and entrance fee for the Japanese garden and river cruise. Visit Asakusa to see the Thunder Gate or “Kaminarimon.” This beautiful vermillion-lacquered gate fronts Sensoji Temple’s Main Hall. Afterwards, take a river cruise to the Japanese garden, Hamarikyu. This garden palace built for the Shogun is one of Tokyo’s finest gardens. We will then drive to Palette Town and Odaiba via the scenic Rainbow Bridge.
Tour cost includes bus transportation. Noted as one of the most unusual festivals, the Fertility Festival is especially popular among foreign visitors. A must see before leaving Japan!
5:45 a.m.
Depart Yokota
8:09 a.m.
Depart Asakusa Station on Samurai Train Arrive at Nikko Lunch Ouchijuku Sightseeing Check in Hotel
6 a.m. 8 a.m.
Kamakura Great Buddha & Shrine SAT • 16 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$50 (12 & Up) • $40 (6–11) • $30 (4–5) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Great Buddha Shrine & Lunch Return
7 a.m. 9:30–11:30 a.m. 12–3 p.m. 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and entrance fees for the shrine, temple and Great Buddha. Kamakura is famous for the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan and a number of other iconic temples, shrines and old artistic treasures. Kamakura shows the high degree of prosperity present during the 12th and 13th centuries when Kamakura was the seat of the Shogunate Government.
Enoshima Aquarium & Island SUN • 17 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$55 (18 & Up) • $50 (15–17) • $42 (12–14) • $40 (6–11) $35 (3–5) • $30 (2 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Aquarium Island Return
Naruto Strait Whirlpools SAT–SUN • 6–7 Apr Cost by Age Group:
$460 (6 & Up) Per Person/Double/Triple Occupancy $250 (4–5) Seat Only/No Bed/No Meal $25 Per Additional Single Occupancy
Tour cost includes bus transportation, round-trip airfare, one-night accommodation with breakfast, Himeji Castle admission, Naruto Boat Ride and bus transfers. Himeji Castle, also known as “Shirasagi-Jo” or White Herron Castle, is considered to be the finest example of a Japanese castle due to its brilliant white appearance. Explore the massive grounds’ winding alleys to discover well-preserved fortresses and immaculate gardens. Then, wander through Kobe, one of Japan’s most alluring and historical cities. Witness the city’s famous Naruto Whirlpools that occur in the Naruto Strait during high and low tide when large volumes of water move between the Seto Inland Sea and Pacific Ocean — an extraordinary, natural phenomenon you’ll have to see with your own two eyes. Itinerary: 4:30 a.m.
Day One Depart Yokota
6 a.m.
Arrive at Haneda
Hotel: Kobe Plaza Hotel 1-13-12 Motomachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture 650-0022 Phone: 078-332-1141
7:20–8:40 a.m. Flight SKY 101 Naruto Wirlpool & Cruise Check in Hotel Free Time Day Two Breakfast at Hotel
7 a.m.
Depart Hotel (Please check out before departure.) Castle Sightseeing Kobe Sightseeing (Lunch on Your Own) Kobe Airport
9 a.m.
Cancellation Policy: Tour cancellation must be made before departure date. Fees apply per person. There are no exceptions to the cancellation policy. Cancellation Fees No Penalty
On or Before 21 Mar
80% Refund
11–15 Days Prior to Departure (22–26 Mar)
70% Refund
3–10 Days Prior to Departure (27 Mar–3 Feb)
4:30–5:40 p.m. Flight SKY 112
50% Refund
2 Days Prior to Departure (4 Feb)
8 p.m.
No Refund
1 Day Prior to Departure/No Show (5 & 6 Apr)
Arrive at Yokota
Day One
Itinerary:
$45 (18 & Up) • $35 (13–17) • $32 (4–12) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
8 a.m. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 6 p.m.
Himeji Castle & Kobe City
7 a.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 1–4 p.m. 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and aquarium admission fee. The Enoshima Aquarium is certain to be a hit with anyone interested in marine animals. The Big Sagami Bay Tank recreates the ecology of nearby Sagami Bay while the Jellyfish Fantasy Hall houses one of the world’s best collections of jellyfish. The Deep Sea Corner uses cutting edge habitat technology to present several rarely seen species. In addition, see displays of penguins, sharks, sea turtles and more. On Enoshima Island, walk the pathways that lead to ancient temples, botanical gardens, museums, parks, scenic overlooks and a modern lighthouse at the top of the island.
Day Two Breakfast at Hotel Depart Hotel (Please check out before departure.) Nisshinkan School of Samurai Tsuruga Castle Visit Lunch with Samurai Entertainment Shimogo Town Local Center
2:57 p.m. 6:15 p.m.
Depart Aizu by Train Arrive at Asakusa Station
8 p.m.
Arrive at Yokota
Hotel: Hotel Route-Inn Aizuwakamatsu 1-5 Heian-machi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-0026 Phone: 0242-28-3370 Cancellation Policy: Tour cancellation must be made before departure date. Fees apply per person. There are no exceptions to the cancellation policy. Cancellation Fees No Penalty
On or Before 1 Mar
80% Refund
9–21 Days Prior to Departure (2–14 Mar)
70% Refund
2–8 Days Prior to Departure (15–20 Mar)
50% Refund
2 Days Prior to Departure (21 Mar)
No Refund
1 Day Prior to Departure/No Show (22 & 23 Mar)
Shiraito Falls, Fuji Flower-Bird Garden Park & Wind Cave SUN • 24 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$45 (16 & Up) • $35 (6–15) • $30 (4–5) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Waterfalls Lunch Park Cave Return
7:30 a.m. 10:30–11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. (Lunch On Your Own) 1:30–3 p.m. 3:15–4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and entrance fees to the flower park and cave. Marvel at the breathtaking view of Shiraito Waterfalls. “Shiraito,” meaning white threads, aptly describes this beautiful waterfall. The Fuji Kachoen Garden Park welcomes you with over 30 feathered-friend species. The owl enclosure holds more than 100
friendly owls. The park is also home to an extensive selection of over 10,000 begonias, fuchsias and hydrangeas. Then, traverse through the Wind Cave — one of Mount Fuji’s lava caves. The cave’s temperature stays around freezing with ice formations throughout the year.
Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Aquarium SAT • 30 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
Takayama Spring Festival SAT–SUN • 13–14 APR Cost by Age Group:
$205 (18 & Up) Per Person/Double Occupancy $200 (13–17) Per Person/Double Occupancy $185 (6–12) Per Person/Double Occupancy $75 (3–5) No Bed/Hotel Charge/Bus Seat/Breakfast $50 (2 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) $20 Per Additional Single Occupancy
$75 (16 & Up) • $60 (6–15) • $45 (4–5) $30 (3 & Under if Bus Seat is Needed) Itinerary:
Depart Hakkeijima Return
7 a.m. 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and one-day pass for the aquarium and rides. Hakkeijima Sea Paradise is a first-rate amusement facility complete with a roller coaster and five-story aquarium — one of the largest aquariums in Japan with over 500 varieties of fish and more than 100,000 sea creatures. Get up close with polar bears, penguins, Canadian otters, dolphins and thousands of fish. The aquarium’s special feature is a 20-meter-long escalator which carries visitors in a see-through tunnel to view enormous fish tanks. Ride one of Japan’s first surf roller coasters that swings and loops out over the water.
Shopping at Navy Exchange Yokosuka SUN • 31 MAR
Cost by Age Group:
$30 (All Ages) Itinerary:
Depart Yokosuka Return
8 a.m. 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. 7 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation. Get your shopping done at Navy Exchange Yokosuka! Bring your wallet, ID and let us do the driving. When you get hungry after all the shopping, visit their food court and try something new like American Grill, Seattle’s Best Coffee, A&W, Manchu Wok and much more!
Legend
Tour cost includes bus transportation, one-night accommodation with breakfast, sightseeing and admission to Takayama Jinya. Visit the beautifully preserved town, Takayama, and attend the biannual festival which occurs at Hie Shrine every fall and spring in hopes of good harvest. Like the town itself, the event is historical, dating back to the 16th century. Gaze upon the fiery red and gold “yatai,” or festival floats, as they brandish their brilliantly colored ornaments.
Itinerary: 5:30 a.m.
Day One Depart Yokota
12:30 p.m. Arrive at Takayama Furukawa & Sannomachi Sightseeing See Old Town Street, Takayama Jinya & More (Lunch on Your Own) 5 p.m.
Check in Hotel
7 a.m.
Day Two Breakfast at Hotel
9 a.m.
Enjoy Takayama Festival (Please check out of hotel by 10 a.m.)
4:30 p.m. 9 p.m.
Depart Takayama Arrive at Yokota
Cancellation Policy: Tour cancellation must be made before departure date. Fees apply per person. There are no exceptions to the cancellation policy.
Hotel: Wat Hotel & Spa Hida-Takayama
Cancellation Fees
3-39-1, Hanasato-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu, Japan Zip: 506-0026 Phone: 0577-57-5570 *Twin Room Size: 21 m² (226 ft²)
No Penalty
On or Before 29 Mar
20% Refund
Cancellation Made Between 30 Mar–10 Apr
No Refund
Cancellation Made Between 11–12 Apr or No Show 13 Apr
—Eating facilities are available
—Wear comfortable shoes and clothes
—You may want to bring your own lunch
—Strollers not permitted
—Great for families!
—Bring ¥ for shopping and snacks
—Lots of walking on this tour
—Bring your camera
—Great for kids!
—Great for couples!
—SOFA Only
Itinerary may be subject to change without notice.