Japan Adventure

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From Tokyo’s lights to Sapporo’s peaks, experience Japan’s highlights

Get to the heart of Japan on this 20-day adventure that blends vibrant cities with serene landscapes. Start in Tokyo’s neon glow before exploring the countryside with a local tea farm stay and beautiful views of Mt Fuji. Hop on a bullet train to experience Kyoto’s historical charm, then head north to Aomori’s ancient sites and Hokkaido’s hot springs, lakes and lavender fields. Meet the Ainu people in Asahikawa and sample traditional dumplings after a cooking demonstration. From sumo and sake to karaoke and onsen, this journey is a feast for the senses and a deep dive into Japan’s rich culture.

Map of Japan Adventure including Japan
Trip code: CJSHC
Start
Tokyo, Japan
End
Sapporo, Japan
Destinations
Japan
Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
Transport
Public Bus, Metro, Local Train, Bullet Train, Ropeway
Accommodation
Hotel (15 nights), Homestay (1 night), Ryokan Hotel (2 nights)
Days
19
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Orginal: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders
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This trip generates 33 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip

Stay on a local tea form in Kawane, where you can enjoy a farm-to-table feast with your hosts. Then discover Hokkaido’s rich Indigenous Ainu culture at the region’s first Ainu museum, by learning about their traditions and making dumplings.

Walk the 400 m long Mishima Skywalk for unbeatable views of Mt Fuji, then explore northern Japan’s natural wonders, from Hell Valley’s volcanic steam to Mt Asahi’s peaks and the serene waters of Lake Shikotsu.

Ride the rails like the locals, from lightning-fast bullet trains to scenic mountain rails offering seasonal views of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.

Stay in two local ryokan hotels and immerse yourself in the Japanese onsen experience – relaxation via natural hot spring.

Visit a 300 year old sake brewery in Kyoto, sample street food in Osaka and savour a signature Kaiseki dinner in a ryokan.

Itinerary

Map of Japan Adventure including Japan

Inclusions and activities

Meals

8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners

Transport

Public Bus, Metro, Local Train, Bullet Train, Ropeway

Accommodation

Hotel (15 nights), Homestay (1 night), Ryokan Hotel (2 nights)

Included activities
  • Tokyo - welcome meeting and orientation walk
  • Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
  • Tokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine
  • Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour
  • Mishima - Mishima Skywalk
  • Kawane - Homestay & Home-cooked Dinner
  • Kawane - Tea Farm Visit & Tea Brewing & Tasting
  • Kawane - Scenic Train Ride
  • Kyoto - Gion District walk
  • Kyoto - Nishiki-Koji Market
  • Kawane - Home-cooked Japanese Breakfast
  • Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha
  • Kyoto - Sake Brewery Visit & Tasting
  • Osaka - Dotombori and Kuromon Street Food Walking Tour
  • Aomori - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Hirosaki - Tsugaru Neputa Village
  • Hirosaki - Hirosaki Castle
  • Hakodate - City walking tour
  • Hakodate - Fort Goryokaku
  • Noboribetsu - Hell valley
  • Lake Shikotsu - Lake Canoe
  • Lake Shikotsu - Kaiseki dinner
  • Asahikawa - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Asakihawa - Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Museum
  • Asahikawa - Ainu dumpling making demonstration
  • Asahikawa - Mt. Asahi Ropeway
  • Asahikawa - Blue Pond (Aoike)
  • Furano - Tomita Farm
  • Sapporo - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Otaru - City walking tour
  • Sapporo - Genghis Khan lamb dinner

Optional activities
  • Tokyo - Tsukiji Fish Market - Free
  • Tokyo - Shinjuku-gyoen - JPY500
  • Tokyo - Yoyogi Park - Free
  • Tokyo - Imperial Palace - Free
  • Mishima - Mishima Taisha Shrine - Free
  • Mishima - Rakujuen Park - JPY300
  • Mishima - Kakitagawa Park - Free
  • Kyoto - Gion Corner cultural centre - JPY5500
  • Kyoto - Imperial Palace - Free
  • Kyoto Tower - JPY900
  • Kyoto - Bike hire (per day) from - JPY1200
  • Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) - JPY500
  • Kyoto - Ryoanji Zen Garden - JPY600
  • Kyoto - Arashiyama Bamboo Forest - Free
  • Kyoto - Path of Philosophy (Tetsugaku-no-Michi) - Free

Is this trip right for you?

  • Japan is best explored on foot and by public transport. You’ll need to be fit enough to spend most of each day on your feet and able to handle your luggage as you navigate busy train stations. We recommend comfortable shoes and packing light.
  • Japanese train connections are typically centred around major cities, so travelling to smaller towns and cities often requires passing through these larger hubs.
  • This trip includes a canoeing activity which isn’t too demanding, but requires a good level of fitness to fully enjoy the experience.
  • Double rooms in Japanese hotels can be smaller than you may be used to (e.g. 20 sqm). Every effort will be made to accommodate double room requests. However, during busy periods, there may be occasions when we are unable to offer a double room, so a twin room will be provided.

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Important notes

1. We are currently unable to offer a single supplement, airport transfers or additional accommodation in Japan due to limited availability.

2. It is essential that you pack light and compact for rail travel in Japan. Luggage size restrictions apply. Please review the ‘Packing’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

3. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.

Essential Trip Information

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