JAPAN HIGHLIGHTS - 10 Days

Itinerary

Day 1
ARRIVE TOKYO. DAY FREE

Arrive at Narita Airport. Board a train JR Narita Express to your hotel area. Japan rail pass covers the Narita express journey. If you have a Japan rail pass you can board a train from the airport. ( Seat reservation required )

Day 2
HOP ON HOP OFF DAY PASS RED COURSE- ASAKUSA & SKY TREE

You Can board the bus at any stop you like. Please present your ticket to the crew as you board. You can choose any seat you like. ( You may not be able to board if the bus is full.) You can get off at any stop you like. Enjoy each location and the surrounding areas. Route -Marunouchi Mitsubishi Building – Kodemmacho – Ryogoku Edo-Tokyo Museum – TOKYO SKYTREE -Asakusa Hanakawado (Senso-Ji Higashisando) Senso-Ji Temple- Asakusa Tawaramachi – Matsuzakaya Ueno – Akihabara (Suehiro-Cho) -Shin-Nihonbashi Station (Mitsui Tower, Mitsukoshi)- Nihonbashi -Marunouchi Mitsubishi Building.

Day 3
MT FUJI- HAKONE- LAKE ASHI CRUISE - ONE DAY BUS TRIP FROM TOKYO

Enjoy sightseeing near Japan’s iconic Mt. Fuji, including a Lake Ashi cruise, and visit Mt. Komagatake during this full-day trip by coach from Tokyo. See the celebrated Mt. Fuji during a stop at its famous 5th Station, then take a laid-back boat cruise on beautiful Lake Ashi before touring Mt. Komagatake’s ropeway and summit, offering amazing views of nearby Hakone National Park. This full-day excursion also includes all entrance fees, free WiFi on the bus, a guide, lunch, and pick-up from select Tokyo hotels. Discover the cultural importance of UNESCO-listed Mt Fuji with your knowledgeable guide Hotel pickup from select hotels and locations in Tokyo.

Day 4
BULLET TRAIN TO TOKYO. ARRIVE & CHECK-IN AT HOTEL

The morning takes a bullet train Shinkansen to Kyoto. The first train from Tokyo to Kyoto: Depart Tokyo at 6:00 – Arrive Kyoto at 8:08 (Nozomi No.1) the Last train from Tokyo to Kyoto: Depart Tokyo at 21:23 – Arrive Kyoto at 23:31 (Nozomi No. 265). Train tickets are prebooked.

Day 5
FULL DAY TOUR OF KYOTO & NARA

Relish the beauty of Japanese culture on this full-day tour of Kyoto and Nara. View the iconic sites at Kyoto like Nijō Castle, Kinkakuji Temple, and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Later explore popular Nara attractions like Tōdaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga-Taisha Shrine. After, head to Nara Park to see over 1,200 wild sika deer roaming free over 1,235 acres (500 ha) of land. You can purchase “deer crackers” to feed these lovely creatures that are considered a National Treasure. Then go to the Kasuga-Taisha to admire the ornate bronze lanterns that lead to the shrine.

Day 6
KYOOT TO HIROSHIMA BY TRAIN THEN JR FERRY TO VISIT MIYAJIMA ISLAND

Hiroshima, a modern city was largely destroyed by an atomic bomb during World War II. The Other prominent sites include Shukkei-en, a formal Japanese garden, and Hiroshima Castle, a fortress surrounded by a moat and a park. Trains depart from Hiroshima Station every 15 minutes for the 26-minute ride to Miyajimaguchi (JR Sanyo line), from where it is a 2-minute walk to the ferry bound for Miyajima. You can ride on the JR Ferry for free with the Japan Rail Pass, it will take you 10 minutes to reach Miyajima. Miyajima is a small island in Hiroshima Bay, western Japan. It is known for its forests and ancient temples. Just offshore, the giant, orange Great Torii.

Day 7
FULL DAY HIROSHIMA- MEIPURU LOOP BUS TOUR (FREE WITH JR)

“Meipuru-pu” is a loop bus for tourists that operates in Hiroshima City. Other than being able to efficiently visit the tourist spots and art museums, unlimited rides in one day, making it incredibly convenient. There are three operating routes, and all of them pass by “Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park”, “Atomic Bomb Dome” and “Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum.” You can access the Peace Memorial with just a single ride on meipuru-pu. It starts operating from the north exit of Hiroshima Station, and it is extremely convenient when transferring from the Shinkansen or JR trains. 3 Routes of meipuru-pu are – orange Route, Green Route & Lemon route.

Day 8
ARRIVE OSAKA & DAY FREE AT LEISURE

Take a train to go to Osaka. Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It’s known for its modern architecture, nightlife, and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. It’s surrounded by a moat and park with plum, peach, and cherry blossom trees. Sumiyoshi-Taisha is among Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines.

Day 9
OSAKA CITY PASS- HOP ON HOP OFF BUS- CRUISE RIDE & SUBWAY ACCESS

Explore the vibrant city of Osaka with the fabulous Osaka City Pass and enjoy 1-day access to the hop-on-hop-off bus, One Ride Cruise & Osaka subway for 1 day! The Osaka City Pass covers famous sights and charms of Japan’s second-biggest city by hopping on and off the Wonder Loop buses at any of the 14 well-placed stops, 1 cruise ride, and taking the subway around the city. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the waterways of Osaka! Visit attractions like the scenic Namba Parks, Shinsekai, Abeno Q’s MALL, Shitennoji temple, Nippombashi shopping district, and the classic tower of Tsutenkaku and experience the hustle and bustle of the fast-paced city of Osaka.

Day 10
DEPARTURE

Transfer to Osaka airport for your return flight.

INCLUSION

  • Return airfare Ex –
  • One time visa charges
  • Overseas Medical Insurance
  • Stay as mentioned.
  • Sightseeing as mentioned
  • Japan Rail pass – for 7 days

EXCLUSION

  • Any increase in the airfare at the time of issuing tickets
  • Any meals
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Any other expenses which are specifically not mentioned
JAPAN – FAST FACTS

Full Name: People’s Republic of China
Capital City: Japan
Time Zone: +9 GMT & + 3.5 hrs ISD
Language: Japanese, Few people speak English.
Religion: Shinto and Buddhism,
Currency: Japanese yen
ROE: 1 USD Approximately makes 109/- JPY & 1 JPY approximately makes .65 INR
Electricity: 100 Volts
Climate: The climate of Japan is cold in the north (where snow and ice dominate in winter), temperate in the central regions, and almost tropical on the small southern islands. The rains are abundant almost everywhere, and between summer and autumn, the country is hit by torrential rains and typhoons.
Shopping: Sweets and Snacks. Japan’s shelves are stacked with a vast array of sweets and snacks, all of which make perfect Japanese souvenirs. …Matcha (Green Tea) …Wagashi. …Hato Sabure. …Kendama. …Koma (Spinning Tops) …Koinobori. …Sensu (Folding Fans)
ISD Code: + 81
Airport: There are many airports in Japan. Important are Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, Kansai International Airport ( Osaka ), Chubu Centrair International Airport ( Nagoya),& other domestic airports.
Indian Restaurants:
Dhaba India-Japan, 〒103-0028 Tokyo, Chuo City, Yaesu, 2 Chome−7−9 相模ビル 1F
Andhra Dining Ginza -Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−8−2
Priya – Japan, 〒150-0012 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Hiroo, 5 Chome−2−25 本国 ビル 3F
Indian restaurant Shama -Japan, 〒550-0014 Osaka, Nishi Ward, Kitahorie, 1 Chome−3−7
Bindu Indian Restaurant -Japan, 〒530-0017 Osaka, Kita Ward, Kakudacho, 8−47 30階 Osaka city.

GENERAL INFORMATION

In Japanese, the name “Japan” is Nihon or Nippon, which means “Land of the Rising Sun.” It was once believed that Japan was the first country to see the sunrise in the East in the morning
Japan has the third-longest life expectancy in the world with men living to 81 years old and women living to almost 88 years old
Japan consists of over 6,800 islands
Home to 33 million people, the Tokyo-Yokohama metropolitan area is the largest populated metropolitan region in the world
Japan has more than 3,000 McDonald’s restaurants, the largest number in any country outside the U.S.
The Japanese eat more fish than any other people in the world,
Japan has the second-lowest homicide rate in the world, but it also home to the spooky “suicide forest”
The Japanese have such a low birth rate that there are more adult diapers sold than baby diapers.
Cherry blossoms (sakura) are Japan’s national flower
The world’s shortest escalator is in the basement of More’s department store in Kawasaki, Japan; it has only 5 steps and is 32.8 inches (83.3 cm) high.
Shinjuku Station, Tokyo’s main train station, is the busiest in the world with over 2 million people passing through it every day.
Ninety percent of all mobile phones sold in Japan are waterproof because youth like to use them even while showering

JAPAN -TRAVEL INFORMATION

Indian National requires a visa to travel to Japan. Visa is issued by the consulate of Japan located in major cities. You must have more than 6 month’s validity on your passport from the intended date of return. Return air ticket, Bank Statements, Travel itinerary & hotel booking with day to day itinerary is required

Travel Insurance is advisable

Bow politely when you meet someone, thank them, or say goodbye.
You’ll always have to remove footwear when entering a private home, traditional accommodation (minshuku or ryokan), and temple halls. Some restaurants with tatami (woven-straw matting) areas will also require visitors to take off their shoes, as will some hostels and historic sites.
When eating noodles in Japan, it’s standard practice to slurp them.
There is no custom of tipping in Japan. Don’t leave any tips on restaurant tables.
Dress appropriately while visiting temples & shrines.
It’s considered rude to speak on your mobile phone while on trains and buses, and announcements encourage travelers to switch phones to silent mode. People also tend not to speak loudly when traveling on public transport, so as not to disturb fellow passengers
Wait in Queue for your turn
Don’t Touch anyone unless invited to shake hands.

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