Discover the cultural and culinary wonders of Japan from Tokyo to Osaka, with highlights including tea farm visits, scenic train rides, and traditional ryokan stays.
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Experience the vibrant contrasts of Tokyo, from the bustling Shibuya crossing and quirky Harajuku fashion to the peaceful Meiji Shrine and historic Sensoji Temple.
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Walk across the 400-meter Mishima Skywalk for stunning views of Mt Fuji and explore the garden city of Mishima, built on ancient lava flows.
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Enjoy a scenic mountain train ride through Kawane, especially beautiful during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.
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Visit a local tea farm in Kawane, learn about tea harvesting and brewing, and participate in a farm-to-table home-cooked dinner during a traditional homestay.
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Stroll through Kyoto’s Nishiki Market, sample regional specialties, and explore the historic Gion district, famous for its geisha culture.
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Marvel at the thousands of vermillion torii gates at Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha and tour a 300-year-old sake brewery with tasting.
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Indulge in Osaka’s street food scene with a walking tour of Dotombori and Kuromon Market, celebrating the city’s reputation as Japan’s food capital.
Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with stays in ryokans and minshukus, where you'll sleep on futons or mattresses on tatami mat floors. Enjoy shared bathing facilities and the unique etiquette of onsens. Note that some accommodations may have curfews and limited room keys.