Day 01: TOKYO

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

• Afternoon at leisure to explore or rest.

• Receive important details about the start of your tour.

• Note: Hotel check-in is in the afternoon.; early check-in available upon request.

• Enjoy an evening stroll through nearby areas to soak up local sights.

• Wrap up your first night in Japan by enjoying a steaming bowl of ramen.

Day 02: TOKYO

• Morning guided tour to Zojoji Temple and Tokyo Tower views.

• Visit Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine, and Omotesando Avenue.

• Drive by the Imperial Palace and see the Nijubashi Bridge.

• Explore Akihabara's "Electric Town" and pass the Kokugikan sumo arena.

• Visit Asakusa's Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street.

• Lunch at a local restaurant, then return to the hotel.

• Evening trip to Shinjuku for dinner and exploring vibrant nightlife.

• Sample a local sweet treat like taiyaki or mochi ice cream.

Day 03: TOKYO, MOUNT FUJI, KAWAGUCHIKO

• Early departure to the Mount Fuji region through scenic countryside.

• Stop at Arakurayama Sengen Park for iconic views of Mount Fuji.

• Visit the tranquil Fuji Sengen Shrine and enjoy a 30-minute boat ride on Kawaguchiko Lake.

• Lunch, then ascend to the Fifth Station of Mount Fuji.

• Free time to stroll by the lake and check in at a traditional ryokan.

• Enjoy a relaxing onsen experience and dinner included.

• Note: Winter conditions may limit the ascent to the Fifth Station.

• Take in the mountain air and natural beauty of the area.

Day 04: KAWAGUCHIKO, IYASHI NO SATO NENBA, TOYOTA, KYOTO

• Depart along scenic lake roads to Iyashi no Sato Nenba, a restored mountain village.

• Admire the impressive Shiraito Falls, followed by lunch.

• Afternoon visit to the Toyota Museum.

• Continue to Kyoto and check into your hotel.

• Free time in the evening to explore the city's atmosphere.

• Consider visiting a cozy teahouse for matcha and sweets.

Day 05: KYOTO

• Full-day tour of Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital.

• See the Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryuji Temple in Arashiyama.

• Walk through the mystical bamboo forest.

• Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and the Golden Pavilion.

• Free time in Gion, Kyoto's traditional district known for geisha culture.

• Return to your hotel at your own pace after evening exploration.

• Take a moment to browse unique local crafts in Gion’s shops.

Day 06: KYOTO, NARA, OSAKA

• Morning departure to Nara to see Todaiji Temple and Nara Park's deer.

• Visit Horyuji Temple, the world’s oldest Buddhist temple.

• Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Arrive in Osaka, check into your hotel, and explore the city.

• Evening stroll through Dotonbori, famous for nightlife and food.

Day 07: OSAKA, HIMEJI, OKAYAMA

• Morning departure from Osaka to visit Himeji Castle.

• Lunch at a local restaurant before traveling to Okayama.

• Stroll through Korakuen Garden and see Okayama Castle from outside.

• Free time to explore Okayama's bustling center.

• Note: Accommodation may be in Fukuyama or Kurashiki on some dates.

Day 08: OKAYAMA, KURASHIKI, HIROSHIMA, ITSUKUSHIMA, HIROSHIMA

• Morning visit to Kurashiki's historic center.

• Continue to Hiroshima to visit the Peace Memorial and Atomic Bomb Dome.

• Afternoon ferry to Miyajima Island to explore Itsukushima Shrine.

• Free time to stroll through Miyajima's center.

• Return ferry to Hiroshima for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 09: HIROSHIMA, MATSUYAMA

• Morning ferry to Shikoku Island with scenic views.

• Arrive in Matsuyama and visit its castle via cable car.

• Explore Ishiteji Temple and have lunch.

• Afternoon admission to Dogo Onsen for a traditional bath experience.

• Free time to explore Matsuyama's lively streets.

Day 10: MATSUYAMA, KOTOHIRA, TAKAMATSU, NARUTO, KOBE

• Morning departure to Kotohira to visit a Shinto shrine.

• Continue to Takamatsu for lunch and visit Ritsurin Garden.

• Afternoon stop at Naruto bridge to view sea whirlpools.

• Cross scenic suspension bridges and arrive in Kobe.

• Free time in Kobe's lively downtown area.

Day 11: KOBE, OSAKA

• Morning visit to the Earthquake Memorial Museum.

• Depart Kobe and continue to Osaka.

• Afternoon arrival in Osaka and check into your hotel.

• Free time to explore and enjoy Japan’s second-largest city.

Day 12: OSAKA

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Departure and end of the journey with wonderful memories of Japan.