A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka




Overview
Highlights
- Travel by bullet train across Japan and savour the freshest seafood, sushi and Hida beef
- Discover thriving Tokyo, beautiful Kyoto and vibrant Osaka
- Sample sake, make wagashi, enjoy our private tea ceremony
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Itinerary

The trip starts today in Tokyo, the most populous metropolitan area in the world, home to more than 26 million people including the Japanese imperial family. The city holds a lot of history as well as modern shopping centres and the neon-illuminated signs it's famous ...
This morning we start our exploration of this thriving metropolis on foot and by use of the super-efficient metro system. Firstly, we visit Tsukiji Outer Market, one of the biggest and busiest fish markets in Japan where freshly caught fish and seafood are on display....
We start our second day in the capital with a visit to Meiji Jingu, an important Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of the first Emperor and Empress of modern Japan at the end of Japan's feudal era. Its forested grounds offer a peaceful haven in this dense...
Say sayonara to Tokyo as we travel by fast train to historic Takayama, a town in the mountainous Hida region. The train journey will last 4-5 hours, firstly on the Shinkansen bullet train to Nagoya followed by a regional train to Takayama. It is a great chance to buy ...
This morning we explore the old town of Takayama and at the morning market you will be able to try the famous and delicious Hida beef. Made from a breed of Japanese black cattle reared in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, this prized local product is known for high qu...
As the town was not targeted during World War II, much of Kanazawa consists of old buildings and gives a sense of what Japan was like in the 19th century. This morning we visit Kenrokuen Garden, designated as one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens. Taking nearly ...
Today is a busy day and first thing this morning we wander around the colourful stalls of Omicho market, where some of the best seafood in Japan is brought daily from the Sea of Japan. Sending our main luggage on to the accommodation makes for a relaxing journey by tr...
Start the day with a short train ride to Uji, famous for growing the highest quality of green tea, whose finest leaves milled into a fine powder and used for matcha. We will visit Byodoin Temple, a striking example of Buddhist Pure Land architecture, that features on ...
Getting around Kyoto is easy and there is a lot you can explore this morning. Nishiki Market is an important market for locals and tourists alike, you will find all sorts of pickles, snacks, and typical Kyoto dishes. This afternoon we visit the entrance to Fushimi Ina...
We leave Kyoto this morning and take the train a short distance to our final destination of the holiday, the large metropolis of Osaka. Known by many as the food capital of Japan, Osaka is ultra-modern, bright, vivacious and friendly. We will travel with our luggage t...
This morning we explore the Namba area, one of Osaka's most vibrant and interesting districts where kilometres of covered arcades criss-crossed by canals and rivers, open up to back streets filled with history and small shop. Our first visit today is to Namba Yasaka s...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Osaka. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel, so you can head out for some last mi...
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
R
Oct 2024
A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Our tour of eight from the UK and the US literally ate our way around Japan. Our leader, Dean, was outstanding and interpreted, guided, and answered all our many que...
Anne
Apr 2024
A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Loved our trip and our guide Guilia was fabulous. We really got a "taste" of Japan!
Trusted Customer
Apr 2024
A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Customer service prior to the tour was poor. The tour itself was good, it delivered on everything described in the itinerary. It provided a good selection of places...
Debra
Apr 2024
A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Outstanding guide Excellent choice of sites to get a true feel for Japan
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