YOKOTA TOURS POLICIES
ITT MARCH 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
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
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.
MARCH MON
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AQUA CITY ODAIBA & AQUA PARK SHINAGAWA AQUARIUM
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SAT 7 MONKEY PARK IN NAGANO TOKYO DISNEYLAND
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FIRE WALKING CEREMONY AT MT. TAKAO
14 YOKOHAMA MEIJI SHRINE, TSUKIJI MARKETS & EDO-TOKYO MUSEUM
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FERTILITY FESTIVAL
21 KIMONO EXPERIENCE AT KIRYU ANIMEJAPAN 2020
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HUGHES
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YOKOTA ITT TOURS CUSTOMER PARKING
E CLUB
KAMAKURA
BASEBALL GAME AT MET LIFE DOME
IYASHINOSATO ANCIENT VILLAGE & FUJI FLOWER & BIRD PARK
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BLDG. 2000
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ENOSHIMA AQUARIUM & ISLAND
TO ODR GEORGE
SIGN-UPS START: 1 FEB
SPECIAL OFFER! KIRYU & ASHIKAGA OVERNIGHT TOUR SAT–SUN • 18–19 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.
SAT • 1 FEB 10 A.M.
K I RYU & A S H I KAGA OVE R N IG HT TOU R • S AT– S U N • 1 8 – 1 9 AP R
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.
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YOKOTA TOURS
MON–FRI • 10 A.M.–6 P.M. SAT • 10 A.M.–3 P.M. SUN & HOL • CLOSED
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.
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Yokota Tours BUS PICKUP LOCATION
FERTILITY FESTIVAL
IYASHINOSATO ANCIENT VILLAGE & FUJI FLOWER & BIRD PARK
SUN • 15 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$60 (18 & Up) Adults Only ITINERARY:
JAPANESE BASEBALL GAME AT MET LIFE DOME Seibu Lions vs. Hokkaido Fighters SUN • 22 MAR COST BY AGE GROUP:
$53 (6 & Up) If a child under 6 requires a seat, the price applies. ITINERARY:
Depart Game Return
11:30 a.m. 1–5 p.m. (Tentative) 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fees (A-Seat). Cheer with fans and root for our local team, the Saitama Seibu Lions, as we take on the Hokkaido Fighters. See how an “all-American” sport is played Japanese style.
AQUA CITY ODAIBA & AQUA PARK SHINAGAWA AQUARIUM
TOKYO DISNEYLAND
COST BY AGE GROUP:
ITINERARY:
SUN • 1 MAR
$55 (16 & Up) • $45 (6–15) $35 (4–5) • $30 (3 & Under if a Seat is Needed) ITINERARY:
Depart Odaiba Aqua Park Return
9:30 a.m. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (Lunch on Your Own) 2:30–4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fee for the aquarium. Some attractions and rides in the aquarium may require a fee. Visit Odaiba — one of the most popular shopping and entertainment districts in Tokyo consisting of malls, theme parks and museums. We will be visiting Aqua City Odaiba — an entertainment mall that overlooks the bay, Statue of Liberty and Rainbow Bridge. The mall houses many restaurants, shops and amusement facilities including the popular Tokyo Ramen Theme Park which holds six of the most popular ramen shops. Aqua Park Shinagawa is an urban-style aquarium where state-ofthe-art techniques are used. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary atmosphere at the Jellyfish Ramble where jellyfish are exhibited with sounds and lights. Experience the world’s first touch panel tank and enjoy the entertainment provided by diverse exhibits that transcend a typical aquarium. Among them, the dolphin show with its beautiful water curtain features different themes from season to season.
MONKEY PARK IN NAGANO
SAT • 7 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$95 (18 & Up) • $80 (12–17) • $70 (4–11) $30 (3 & Under if a Seat is Needed) Depart Disneyland Return
6 a.m. 8 a.m.–9 p.m. 11 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and one-day passport. Spend your holiday at Tokyo Disneyland! Modeled after the original park in California, Tokyo Disneyland features 40 attractions located in seven different themed lands: World Bazaar, Adventureland, Westernland, Critter Country, Fantasyland, Toontown and Tomorrowland. There are over 50 dining facilities, 60 retail shops and a variety of shows and parades. Meet the Disney characters and enjoy the special festivities throughout the park. For temporary closure of park rides and facilities due to maintenance and other reasons, visit the official Tokyo Disney Resort website.
FIRE WALKING CEREMONY AT MT. TAKAO SUN • 8 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$40 (13 & Up) • $35 (3–12) $30 (2 & Under if a Seat is Needed) ITINERARY:
Depart Mt. Takao Ceremony Return
9 a.m. 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 1–3 p.m. 4:30 p.m.
SAT • 7 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$60 (18 & Up) • $55 (6–17) • $40 (4–5) If a child under 4 requires a seat, the child price applies. ITINERARY:
Depart Lunch Monkey Park Return
8 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30–3:30 p.m. 8 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fee for the Monkey Park. Be prepared to walk for about 45 minutes on a paved and unpaved icy path to get to the park. Snow shoes or boots are highly recommended. Bring a heavy jacket as the weather will be cold and some snow is expected on the mountainside. The walk to the park may be difficult for small children and strollers are not recommended as the trail to the park is covered with snow and ice. Visit the world famous Jigkudani Monkey Park in Nagano prefecture. This park is famous for its large population of wild snow monkeys. Observe them up close without cages or enclosures. Families of monkeys assemble at the park every year to forage for food and take hot baths in natural springs.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and a round-trip cable car ride at Mt. Takao. Witness the Hiwatari Ceremony to 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.
YOKOHAMA CHINATOWN, BAY CRUISE & LANDMARK PLAZA SAT • 14 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$55 (13 & Up) • $40 (6–12) $35 (3–5) • $30 (2 & Under if a Seat is Needed) ITINERARY:
Depart Chinatown Bay Cruise Plaza Return
9 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (Lunch on Your Own) 2:20–3:20 p.m. 4–6 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fees for the bay cruise. Visit Yokohama — the nation’s foremost seaport which has long been noted for its sophisticated international atmosphere. Our first stop will be Chinatown. Explore the area and visit Yamashita Park which faces the Yokohama Harbor and extends along the coastline. Next, board a 40-minute cruise of Yokohama Bay. Our last stop will be the Landmark Plaza which features five floors full of shops, restaurants and entertainment.
MEIJI SHRINE, TOKYO TSUKIJI MARKETS & EDO-TOKYO MUSEUM SAT • 14 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$45 (18 & Up) • $35 (13–17) • $30 (4–12) If a child under 4 requires a seat, the child price applies. ITINERARY:
Depart Meiji Shrine Fish Market Edo Museum Return
8 a.m. 9:30–11 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Lunch on Your Own) 2–4 p.m. 6 p.m.
Depart Festival Return
After visiting Meiji Shrine, experience the taste of Japan at Tsukiji Market. This famous fish market offers retail shops and restaurants. Lastly, visit the Edo-Tokyo Museum which exhibits Tokyo’s past and present history. Learn about Tokyo inhabitants’ way of life including their architecture, cultural heritage, political climate and more.
5 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 12 a.m.
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$50 (16 & Up) • $45 (12–15) $40 (6–11) • $30 (4–5) If a child under 4 requires a seat, the child price applies.
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!
ITINERARY:
Depart Village Lunch Garden Park Return
7 a.m. 9:30–11 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 1:10–3 p.m. 7 p.m.
SPECIAL OFFER!
KIMONO EXPERIENCE AT KIRYU
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fees for the village and flower park. This tour does not go to Mount Fuji’s Fifth Station. Iyashinosato Japanese Village stands on the site of a former farming village on the western shores of Lake Saiko. The village was reconstructed and reopened as an open-air museum and traditional craft village. Explore the shops, restaurants, museums and galleries to learn about the village’s culture and purchase local handicrafts.
SAT • 21 MAR
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$40 (6 & Up) • $35 (3–5) $30 (2 & Under if a Seat is Needed) ITINERARY:
Depart Museum Old Town Lunch Kimono Experience Return
7 a.m. 9:30–10:45 a.m. 11–11:45 a.m. 12–1 p.m. 2–5 p.m. (Banna-ji Temple & Ashikaga Gakko) 7:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation, kimono experience, lunch and admission fees to the textile museums and Ashikaga Gakko. You will be asked to fill out and/or answer a questionnaire from the local tourism office. Lunch is local cuisine. As early as the eighth century, the towns of Kiryu and Ashikaga prospered through silk production. After the Meiji Restoration of 1868, they became one of the major producers of silk fabric. Our first stop is the Textile Museum, Yukari. The museum displays over 1,200 items that demonstrate the old indigo dyeing and weaving techniques and textile culture. Try weaving and dyeing at the museum’s workshop. Stroll down the main street, Kiryu Shinmachi Important Preservation District, to see buildings as old as 400 years. After lunch, dress in a kimono and sightsee on foot. Visit Bannaji — a Buddhist temple built during the Kamakura period — and Ashikaga Gakko — one of Japan’s oldest academic institutions.
ANIMEJAPAN 2020 COST BY AGE GROUP:
$50 (13 & Up) • $30 (4–12) If a child under 4 requires a seat, the child price applies. ITINERARY:
Depart Anime Fair Return
7:30 a.m. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 6 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission. The annual Tokyo International Anime Fair, also known as AnimeJapan, 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!
KAMAKURA GREAT BUDDHA & SHRINE SAT • 28 MAR
$50 (12 & Up) • $40 (6–11) • $30 (4–5) If a cild under 4 requires a seat, the child price applies. 7 a.m. 9–11:30 a.m. 12–3 p.m. 6 p.m.
Tour includes bus transportation and admission fees for the shrine 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 it was the seat of the Shogunate government.
LEGEND
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$55 (18 & Up) • $50 (15–17) • $45 (12–14) $40 (6–11) • $35 (3–5) • $30 (2 & Under if a Seat is Needed) ITINERARY:
Depart Aquarium Island Return
7 a.m. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. 12:30–3:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission fee for the aquarium. The Enoshima Aquarium is certain to be a hit with anyone interested in marine biology. 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 the Dolphin Show Stadium, dolphins and seals team up in a popular display of acrobatic diving and leaping. In addition, see displays of penguins, sharks, sea turtles (including some you can pet) and more. Tourists come to Enoshima Island to walk the pathways that lead to several ancient temples, botanical gardens, museums, parks, scenic overlooks and a modern lighthouse at the top of the island.
We’ll then visit the the Fuji Kachoen Garden Park which welcomes you with over 30 feathered species. The owl enclosure holds more than 100 friendly owls. The park is home to over 10,000 begonias, fuchsias and hydrangeas.
SPECIAL OFFER!
KIRYU & ASHIKAGA OVERNIGHT TOUR SAT–SUN • 18–19 APR COST BY AGE GROUP:
For price information, please speak with ITT staff.
Tour cost includes bus and train transportation, one-night accommodation, breakfast, lunch and sightseeing tours in Kiryu and Ashikaga. You will be asked to fill out and/ or answer a questionnaire from the local tourism office. As early as the eighth century, the towns of Kiryu and Ashikaga prospered through silk production. After the Meiji Restoration of 1868, they became one of the major producers of silk fabric. Stroll down the Kiryu Conservation District to see buildings as old as 400 years.
The Textile Museum, Yukari displays over 1,200 items that demonstrate the old indigo dyeing and weaving techniques and textile culture. Try weaving and dyeing at the museum’s workshop. A visit to Kiryu and Ashikaga wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Coco Farm and Winery. They offer a fine selection of local wines and food prepared with freshly picked local vegetables. Enjoy lunch at the restaurant with incredible views of the vineyards. The stylish bottles available in the shop are perfect souvenirs.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Tour cancellation must be made before departure date. Fees apply per person. There are no exceptions to the cancellation policy. CANCELLATION FEE
COST BY AGE GROUP:
Depart Great Buddha Shrine & Lunch Return
SUN • 29 MAR
Visit Banna-ji — a Buddhist temple built during the Kamakura period — and Ashikaga Gakko — one of Japan’s oldest academic institutions.
SAT • 21 MAR
ITINERARY:
Tour cost includes bus transportation and admission to the Edo-Tokyo Museum. This tour does not include the fish auction at Tsukiji Fish Market. Visit Meiji Shrine, Japan’s most famous Shinto shrine dedicated to the Meiji emperor and his wife. Shrine visitors can take part in typical Shinto activities such as buying charms and amulets or writing out a wish on an “ema” (wooden plaque).
Lunch at Asagiri Food Park SAT • 28 MAR
ENOSHIMA AQUARIUM & ISLAND
—Eating Facilities Available —Bring ¥ for Shopping & Snacks
No Penalty
On or Before 27 Mar
80% Refund
28 Mar–7 Apr
70% Refund
8–10 Apr
60% Refund
11–16 Apr
50% Refund
17 Apr
No Refund
Cancellation Made On 18 Apr or No Show
HOTEL: Kiryu Grand Hotel 5 Chome-111-3 Aioicho, Kiryu, Gunma 376-0011 Phone: 0277-53-6211 Room Size: Twin Room — 20m²(215 ft²) Bed Size (Each): 97 cm x 195 cm (38 in x 80 in)
—Wear Comfortable Shoes & Clothes —Lots of Walking
ITINERARY: 5:45 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 7:40 a.m. 8:53 a.m.
DAY ONE Depart Yokota AB Asakusa Depart Asakusa Station on Ryumo Express Arrive at Kiryu Kiryu City Sightseeing (Orihime Shrine, Ashikaga Gakko & Banna-ji Temple)
12:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 6 p.m.
Lunch at Coco Farm & Winery Ashikaga Flower Park Dinner at Fujiya Honten
9 a.m.
DAY TWO Depart Hotel (Please check out before departure.)
Check in Hotel
10:30 a.m.
Kimono Experience Walk Through Kiryu Conservation District
12:30 p.m. 12:50 p.m.
Change Back Into Own Clothes Okirikomi Lunch at Matsumotoyan
2–3:20 p.m. Textile Museum 4:06 p.m.
Depart Kiryu by Train
5:54 p.m.
Arrive at Asakusa
7:30 p.m.
Arrive at Yokota
—You May Want to Bring Your Own Lunch
—Strollers not Permitted
—Great for Families!
—Bring Your Camera
—Great for Kids!
—Great for Couples!
ITINERARY MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.