Japan Adventure – 10 Day Tokyo, Hakone, Takayama & Kyoto

Get ready for 10 unforgettable days exploring Japan, from Tokyo’s neon-lit streets to Kyoto’s timeless temples. This small-group adventure dives deep into a country where ancient traditions and futuristic cities sit side by side. Master sushi making, train in a traditional Kendo dojo, wander Kyoto’s historic Gion District, and spend a night in a working Buddhist temple.

Day 1 – Welcome to Tokyo

Arrive in Tokyo, meet your group over a welcome dinner, then head out to see the iconic Senso-ji Temple at night. Meals: Dinner.

Day 2 – Tokyo Highlights: Harajuku, Yoyogi & Akihabara

Japan orientation, Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park, then the youth-culture streets of Harajuku and the neon of Akihabara. Meals: Breakfast.

Day 3 – Sushi Making & Shibuya Crossing

A private sushi-making class, then Shinjuku by night, Omoide Yokocho and the world-famous Shibuya Crossing. Meals: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 4 – Hakone: Mount Fuji & the Romance Car

Ride the Romance Car to Hakone for spectacular views of Mount Fuji (weather permitting) and a relaxed mountain evening. Meals: Breakfast, dinner.

Day 5 – Takayama: Bullet Train, Sake & Temple Stay

Board the shinkansen into the Japanese Alps to Takayama for a sake tasting and old-town wander, then an overnight stay in a traditional Buddhist temple.

Day 6 – Morning Markets & Kyoto

Takayama’s riverside markets, then the bullet train to Kyoto and an evening walking tour of the historic Gion District.

Day 7 – Kyoto Icons: Shrines, Temples & Tea Ceremony

Beat the crowds at Fushimi Inari’s red torii gates, explore Kiyomizu-dera, and take part in a traditional tea ceremony.

Day 8 – Golden Pavilion, Zen Gardens & Kendo

Visit the golden Kinkaku-ji and the Zen gardens of Daitoku-ji, then a Kendo class led by a Bushido instructor.

Day 9 – Arashiyama, Monkeys & Osaka Nights

The Arashiyama bamboo forest, Monkey Mountain and a river boat ride, then Osaka’s Dotonbori for street food and karaoke. Meals: Dinner.

Day 10 – Departure

After breakfast, say goodbye to your group and depart at any time. Meals: Breakfast.