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Embark on an 11-day flavorful journey through Japan, where each destination reveals a unique blend of taste, tradition, and culinary artistry. Begin in Tokyo, easing into your journey before exploring its vibrant food culture through izakaya hopping in Kichijoji, Tsukiji Market discoveries, and a hands-on sushi-making experience with a master chef, followed by Senso-ji Temple. Travel by Shinkansen into the Japanese Alps to Takayama, where rustic mountain flavors, local miso, countryside cooking, and refined Kaiseki dinners with Hida Beef highlight regional heritage. Continue to Kyoto for tea ceremonies, golden temples, maiko dining, and farm-to-table experiences. Discover Kobe’s sake and wagyu, and end in Osaka, Japan’s street food capital, savoring takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu under neon lights.
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Brief Itinerary
Day 1-3: Tokyo. Nightlife and cultural discovery.
Day 4-5: Takayama. Alpine heritage, folk villages, and traditional ryokan.
Day 6-8: Kyoto. Iconic temples, tea ceremony, and maiko experience.
Day 9: Kobe. Sake culture and premium wagyu dining.
Day 10-11: Osaka. Street food capital and neon-lit energy.
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ITINERARY
DAY 1 Tokyo
Welcome to the Land of the Rising Sun! Upon arrival at Tokyo Haneda or Narita International Airport, complete immigration and customs procedures before meeting your driver at the arrival hall. You will then be transferred to your hotel in the city center for check-in and relaxation. Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM. Meals are at your own arrangement.
DAY 2 Tokyo
Today's highlightsA hidden-alley Tokyo night filled with izakayas, bold bites, and local drinks
Enjoy a relaxing morning and afternoon to recover from your long-haul flight to Asia. In the evening, dive into Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife with a bar-hopping experience in Kichijoji, one of the city’s favorite local neighborhoods. Explore hidden alleys, visit authentic izakayas and pubs, and savor a variety of Japanese comfort foods paired with beer, sake, or whiskey. This join-in experience requires guests to meet the guide in Kichijoji or Ueno.
DAY 3 Tokyo
Today's highlightsMaster sushi-making and explore the timeless charm of old Tokyo
Discover Tokyo through its flavors and traditions, from the lively Tsukiji Outer Market to an exclusive private sushi-making class guided by a master chef. Learn authentic techniques, craft your own nigiri and hand rolls, and earn a sushi certificate before exploring the historic charm of Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street with your English-speaking guide.
DAY 4 Takayama
Today's highlightsRide the Shinkansen into the timeless charm of the Japanese Alps
Travel by Shinkansen into the heart of the Japanese Alps to discover the timeless charm of Takayama. Explore the traditional houses of Hida Folk Village, learn countryside cooking techniques from a local grandmother, and taste century-old miso crackers before unwinding at a traditional ryokan with a comforting Japanese dinner.
DAY 5 Takayama
Today's highlightsSavor artisanal whisky and world-famous Hida Beef in the Japanese Alps
Discover the refined charm of Gifu on a curated journey through Takayama’s riverside Miyagawa Morning Market, a guided whisky tasting at Hida Takayama Distillery, and a luxurious Kaiseki dinner featuring world-famous Hida Beef. With time to relax at your ryokan and explore at leisure, this experience blends local traditions, craftsmanship, and the best flavors of the Japanese Alps, led by an English-speaking guide.
DAY 6 Kyoto
Today's highlightsTravel to Kyoto by Shinkansen and enjoy an elegant maiko dinner experience in Gion
Travel from Takayama to Kyoto by JR Limited Express and Nozomi Shinkansen (reserved seat included), passing through Nagoya along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and relax before an enchanting evening in Gion. Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner in a historic machiya or teahouse, accompanied by graceful maiko and geiko performances, music, and cultural interaction for a rare glimpse into Kyoto’s living traditions.
DAY 7 Kyoto
Today's highlightsFrom Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion to a cozy pizza night under the stars
Explore Kyoto’s iconic beauty with an English-speaking guide, from the golden glow of Kinkakuji Temple to the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and scenic Togetsukyo Bridge. After free time for lunch and relaxation, end the day with a unique farm experience, crafting artisanal pizzas with fresh local ingredients and baking them under the stars for a warm, hands-on countryside evening.
DAY 8 Kyoto
Today's highlightsA serene tea ceremony in a traditional tatami room
Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a serene tatami-mat tea pavilion, where matcha is carefully prepared with graceful precision and served alongside a delicate sweet in a quiet, contemplative atmosphere. This join-in activity offers a peaceful introduction to Japan’s cultural heritage. Guests must arrive independently at Flower TeaHouse using public transportation with the JR Kansai Wide Pass, and remove shoes before entering.
DAY 9 Kobe
Today's highlightsA self-guided trip from Kyoto to Kobe with sake tasting and Kobe Beef dining
Travel independently from Kyoto to Kobe using the JR Kansai Wide Pass and check in at your hotel upon arrival. Explore the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum with a guided tasting of refined local sake before concluding your day with a premium Kobe Beef dinner at Wakkoqu Restaurant, where master chefs prepare world-renowned wagyu in an unforgettable culinary experience.
DAY 10 Osaka
Today's highlightsExplore Osaka’s iconic street food in its lively neon-lit streets
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Kobe before traveling to Osaka via special rapid train and checking in at your hotel for rest. In the late afternoon, join your local guide at UCC Cafe Plaza for a lively street food tour, sampling 4–6 iconic dishes like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu, paired with drinks, while exploring Osaka’s vibrant neon-lit food scene.
DAY 11 Osaka
Enjoy a free day at leisure before your scheduled transfer with our driver to the airport for your departure flight home or onward journey. Meals are at your own arrangement as your Japan adventure comes to a close.
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