Itinerary

Day 1 > Arrive in Tokyo

We’ll pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel in Ginza,. That evening we’ll gather together for a welcome dinner.

Day 2 > Tokyo, Ginza & Tsukiji Fish Market

After breakfast, we’ll get an in-depth tour of the famous Tsukiji Fish market and dive-into the freshest sushi in the world for lunch. That afternoon, we’ll tour the Yebisu Beer Brewery.

Day 3 > Nagano, Zenkoji Temple

A trip to Nagano prefecture on the shinkansen. We’ll stay near Zenkoji Temple, a national treasure, and immerse ourselves in Zen food and culture.

Day 4 > Matsumoto City

Visit the amazing city of Matsumoto. This cultural destination near the scenic Northern Alps is home to one of Japan’s finest feudal era castles.

Day 5 > Yamanashi, Prefecture

Today, we will travel along the valley of mountains to Yamanashi prefecture for soba making class and tour of the Suntory Hakushu Distillery, known locally as the “forest distillery” as it’s surrounded by a wild bird sanctuary.

Day 6 > Yamanashi Prefecture

After a farmhouse breakfast, we’ll tour Japan’s wine country and visit Komagatake National park and Ojiro River Valley for a breathtaking view of the river and mountains.

Day 7 > Kyoto

Welcome to Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, and home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While in Kyoto, we will visit the famous Fushimi Sake District which is composed of 24 independent sake breweries

Day 8 > Kyoto

Today, we will start our journey from Philosopher’s Path which will lead our way to the Silver Pavilion for it’s tranquil Japanese garden. We will also visit Kiyomizu Temple, one of the most celebrated temples in Japan.

Day 9 > Tokyo

We’ll head back to Tokyo on the Shinkansen. If you are staying longer in Japan, please let your guide know to better assist you.

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