Day 01: TOKYO

• Arrival in Tokyo and transfer to the hotel by shared shuttle bus.

• Afternoon at leisure to unwind and explore at your own pace.

• Receive detailed information about the start of your tour.

• Note: Hotel check-in time is typically in the afternoon

• Early check-in can be arranged by booking an extra night.

• The day’s schedule is indicative and may be adjusted by the guide.

Day 02: TOKYO

• Morning guided tour of Tokyo, visiting Zojoji Temple and capturing views of Tokyo Tower.

• Stop at Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine, and explore Omotesando Avenue.

• See the Imperial Palace, Nijubashi Bridge, and Akihabara’s Electric Town.

• Pass by the Kokugikan sumo arena and visit Asakusa’s Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street.

• Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Evening metro trip to Shinjuku district for dinner at a local restaurant.

• Note: For groups under five, the city tour uses a “Hop-On Hop-Off” bus system.

Day 03: TOKYO, NIKKO, SENDAI

• Early morning departure to Nikko.

• Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum.

• Stroll along Kanmangafuchi river area and enjoy free time for lunch.

• Afternoon departure for Sendai.

• Evening arrival in Sendai with time to explore and dine in the city center.

Day 04: SENDAI, MATSUSHIMA, HIRAIZUMI, MORIOKA

• Morning departure to Matsushima for a traditional tea ceremony and a scenic cruise.

• Lunch included and departure to Hiraizumi.

• Visit Takkoku no Iwaya, Chusonji, and Motsuji Temple for a Zen ceremony.

• Afternoon departure to Morioka.

• Evening arrival and check-in with free time to explore the city.

Day 05: MORIOKA, HIROSAKI, AOMORI, HAKODATE

• Morning departure to Hirosaki to visit its historic castle and park.

• Continue to Aomori to explore the Nebuta Museum and enjoy lunch.

• Board a ferry across to Hokkaido Island.

• Evening arrival in Hakodate with free time to explore the historic center.

Day 06: HAKODATE, ONUMA, NOBORIBETSU, SAPPORO

• Morning visit to Hakodate’s bustling fish market and panoramic Goryokaku Tower.

• Free time in Onuma’s island-dotted landscapes.

• Lunch included at a local restaurant.

• Visit the volcanic area of Noboribetsu, including Hell Valley and Lake Oyunuma.

• Continue to Sapporo with evening arrival and check-in.

Day 07: SAPPORO, HILL OF BUDDHA, OTARU, SAPPORO

• Morning city tour of Sapporo with stops at the Clock Tower and Odori Park.

• Visit the Hokkaido Jingu Shrine for a traditional Kito ceremony.

• Visit the Hill of Buddha and see the Moai statue replicas.

• Afternoon arrival in Otaru with lunch and time to explore the canals and museums.

• Return to Sapporo for a free afternoon.

Day 08: SAPPORO

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• End of the tour with fond memories of Japan’s unique cultural and natural highlights.