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Contents ABOUT H.I.S. & TRAVEL JAPAN
Travel Japan is a brand of H.I.S., one of Japan’s leading
2 About H.I.S. and Travel Japan travel organisations. Founded in 1980, H.I.S. is globally
3 Travel Tips recognised as a reputable, progressive and trusted
travel brand, with 282 stores in Japan, as well as 275
4-5 Map and Transfers branches in 158 cities throughout 70 countries. It is this
evidence that listed H.I.S. on the Tokyo Stock Exchange
6-7 Singapore Airlines in 2004.
8-9 9 Day Cherry Blossom Encounter The Oceania region's first office opened in Sydney in
Escorted Tour 1987, followed by offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth,
Gold Coast, Cairns, Auckland, Nadi and representative
10-11 9 Day West to East offices in Nouméa and Pape'ete.
Escorted Tour The key to the worldwide success of H.I.S. has been its
proven track record of providing corporate and leisure
12-13 7 Day Golden Route customers alike with the highest quality travel packages
Independent Tour at competitive prices.
14-15 9 Day Hokuriku Golden Arch H.I.S. is one of the largest vertically integrated travel
Independent Tour and tourism companies. It currently operates an airline,
retail and tour operation divisions and leading hotels.
16-17 12 Day Kyushu Explorer This large-scale network enables H.I.S. to offer the
Independent Tour best and most affordable travel options and a broad
range of products and services including tours and
18-19 14 Day Treasures of Japan accommodation.
Independent Tour
20-21 21 Day Super Explorer YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDS
Independent Tour
WITH TRAVEL JAPAN
22-23 City Guide / Tokyo Travel Japan by H.I.S. is a one stop shop for all your
24-25 City Guide / Kyoto travel requirements. We have revolutionised travelling
in Japan by going above and beyond; delivering a
26-27 City Guide / Osaka standard of customer service that is unrivalled in the
travel industry.
28 City Guide / Hiroshima & Kyushu
Travel Japan’s multi-lingual consultants have extensive
29 Luxury / Day Tours and Hotels knowledge of the culture, customs, history and places
of interest that will soon become highlights of your
30 2019 Japan Rugby travels. No matter how complex your itinerary, you will
have confidence in the ability of your consultant to
31 Terms and Conditions deliver the best possible travel experience.
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TRAVEL TIPS
PASSPORT PASSPORT & VISAS LANGUAGE
Australians need a current passport with at least six ENGLISH JAPANESE
months validity from the date of entry. A visa is not
required for Australian passport holders for stays of Hello Konnichiwa
up to 90 days. Non-Australian passport holders should Thank you Arigatou
check their visa requirements with the Japanese
Consulate-General or their travel consultant. You’re welcome Douitashimashite
CREDIT CARDS
Please Onegai shimasu
Excuse me Sumimasen
Credit cards and debit cards from major issuers are
becoming increasingly accepted in major cities. Where is… …wa doko desuka?
However, towns in more remote areas will only accept I want to go to… …ni ikitai desu
cash as payment. There are international ATMs available
at 7-Eleven convenience stores and post offices. Do you have… …wa ari masuka?
How much is this? Kore wa ikura desuka?
TIME DIFFERENCES
What time is it? Nanji desu ka?
Japan is one hour behind Australian Eastern Standard
Time (AEST) except during Daylight Savings Time (DST) Does this train go to… Kono densha wa… e iki masuka?
when there is a two hour difference. Sorry Gomen nasai
ELECTRICITY Can you speak English? Eigo o hanase masuka?
Goodbye Sayounara
As voltage in Japan is 100V, travellers are required to use
adaptors to convert appliances. The standard frequency
is 50/60Hz. The plug and socket type in Japan is A/B,
which has two vertical pins.
CURRENCY
The unit of currency in Japan is Yen. There are three bills:
1,000, 5,000 and 10,000, plus coins of smaller value:
1, 5, 10, 50, 100 and 500. You can buy Yen at hotels,
banks and other authorised money exchanges; however,
it is recommended to change your money prior to travel.
BOWING
The polite greeting in Japan is to bow. Bow from the
waist and keep your arms straight by your side. It is a
custom to imitate the bows you receive. Do not over bow
or ignore the greeting. Best to always smile and nod for
acknowledgement, so you do not appear to be rude.
PASMO CARD
PASMO cards are very useful cards in Japan. PASMO
cards can be purchased directly at Narita and Haneda
Airport or participating private railway and subway
stations. You can use a PASMO card in the main areas
of Japan for trains and buses, vending machines and
to purchase goods from stores that accept electronic
money payment.
Using PASMO: take a train or bus to explore Tokyo and
Kyoto. Touch the card to the card reader on ticket gates
and buses. No need to queue or buy a ticket each time
you travel.
Cancelling PASMO: Take your PASMO card to a station
or bus ticket centre that handles PASMO cards. The
remaining balance on the card and initial deposit of 500
yen will be refunded.
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TRAVEL TIPS
JAPAN RAIL PASS AIRPORT TRANSFERS
After a long flight, make your arrival in Japan easier with one
Who is eligible for a Japan Rail Pass? of the following airport transfers*. Japanese airports can be
The JAPAN RAIL PASS* is a special ticket that is only available overwhelming if you can’t speak the local language. Check out
the options below.
to travellers visiting Japan from foreign countries for sight-
seeing purposes. To be eligible to purchase a Japan Rail Pass,
Australian travellers must meet the following conditions: Airport Shuttle: Door to door shuttle bus
You must be a foreign tourist visiting Japan from abroad for Door to Door shuttle bus services to and from the Airports to
sight-seeing purposes, under the entry status of ‘Temporary the city centre.
Visitor’. ‘Temporary Visitor’ entry status, according to
Japanese Immigration Law, allows a stay in Japan up to 90 FROM / TO TO / FROM LENGTH OF TRANSFER
days for sight-seeing purposes. If you apply for ‘stay for sight- Narita Airport Tokyo Central Approx. 70 - 90 minutes
seeing’ when you enter Japan, entry personnel will stamp
your passport as ‘Temporary Visitor’. Only persons who have a Haneda Airport Tokyo Central Approx. 30 - 50 minutes
passport bearing this stamp can use a JAPAN RAIL PASS. Kansai Airport Osaka Central Approx. 50 - 60 minutes
For more information, please refer to Kansai Airport Kyoto Central Approx. 90 - 120 minutes
www.traveljapan.com.au/rail-pass
Tokyo / Haneda Airport Shuttle Notes:
Caution • Services are unavailable for Airbnb, Capsule Hotel and
If you visit Japan with an Exchange Order to be exchanged Guest House accommodation.
for a JAPAN RAIL PASS, the exchange cannot be made unless • Luggage allowance is up to 2 pieces of luggage per person
the passport has ‘Temporary Visitor’ status. If you enter Japan plus carry-on items.
under any other official status such as ‘Trainee’ or ‘Entertainer’
or ‘Re-entry Permit’, you cannot change the Exchange Order Kansai Airport – Osaka City Shuttle
for a JAPAN RAIL PASS. Please note that according to strict • Luggage allowance is 1 big suitcase and a carry-on item
interpretation of the Japanese Immigration Law, ‘Temporary per person.
Visitor’ status differs even from other types of stays that are
also for only short time periods. Australian residents travelling Kansai Airport – Kyoto City Shuttle
on a Japanese passport or a different passport are advised to • Luggage allowance is 1 big suitcase and a carry-on item
check with our consultants. per person.
Private Transfer: Sedan
* The Japan National Rail Pass is for unlimited travel on Japan Rail (JR) lines,
certain Shinkansens, and affiliated buses and ferries.
A superior quality airport transfer service for travellers that
TYPE ECONOMY GREEN don’t wish to travel on a shared shuttle. Available for up to 4
people, perfect for small families. This service is comfortable,
7 day Pass ¥ 29,110 ¥ 38,880 safe, fast and always on time. Available transfers are:
14 day Pass ¥ 46,390 ¥ 62,950 • Narita Airport to Tokyo Central
• Haneda Airport to Tokyo Central
21 day Pass ¥ 59,350 ¥ 81,870
• Kansai Airport to Osaka Central
• Kansai Airport to Kyoto Central
JAPAN EAST PASS Private Transfer: Mini van
JR East Pass is for unlimited travel using normal designated A superior quality airport transfer service for travellers that
seats including Shinkansens, and limited express trains in the don’t wish to travel on a shared shuttle. Available for up to 6
designated zone. people, perfect for small groups. This service is comfortable,
safe, fast and always on time. Available transfers are:
TYPE ECONOMY • Narita Airport to Tokyo Central
Flexible 5 day ¥ 17,000 • Haneda Airport to Tokyo Central
Nagano, Niigata Area Pass • Kansai Airport to Osaka Central
• Kansai Airport to Kyoto Central
Flexible 5 day ¥ 19,000
Tohoku Area Pass
* Depending on hotel location and traffic conditions, travel time may vary.
Flexible 6 day JR East ¥ 26,000 Extra stops are subject to additional charges.
South Hokkaido Area Pass Additional charges apply for transfer services between 22:30 – 06:29.
Prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
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Average Temperature
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Sapporo
72% 76% 75% 71%
114 94 78 57 53 47 81 124 135 109 104 112 Monbetsu
Tokyo
75% 77% 73% 75%
52 56 118 125 138 168 154 168 210 198 93 51 Asahikawa
Kyoto / Osaka
Furano
67% 70% 66% 67% Sahoro
50 68 113 116 161 214 220 132 176 121 71 48 Kiroro Tomamu
Hiroshima Niseko Sapporo
New Chitose
72% 74% 71% 70% Airport
45 67 130 142 178 247 257 111 170 88 68 41
Rusutsu
Okinawa
Hokkaido
83% 78% 78% 76%
107 120 161 166 232 247 141 241 261 153 110 103 Hakodate
Freezing Cold Cool Warm Hot Very Hot
Under 0 1-10 11-15 16-19 20-25 26-30 Aomori
Average Summer Humidity (%) Average Rainfalls (mm) (Shin Aomori)
Hachinohe
Aomori Airport
Appi
Shizukuishi Morioka
Public Holidays Akita
2019 Holidays
Public 21 Mar Vernal Equinox Day
29 Apr Showa Day
30 Apr Public Holiday
01 May Emperor’s Coronation Shinjo
02 May Public Holiday Naeba Bullet Train
03 May Constitution Memorial Day Sendai
04 May Greenery Day
Yamagata Zao
05 May Children’s Day Shiga
06 May Children’s Day Kogen
Niigata
15 July Marine Day Nozawa Fukushima
11 Aug Mountain Day
12 Aug Mountain Day Myoko Onsen Nikko
16 Sep Respect for the Aged Day Kogen
23 Sep
14 Oct
Autumnal Equinox Day
Health-Sports Day
Hakuba Honshu
03 Nov Culture Day
04 Nov Culture Day Kanazawa
23 Nov Labour Thanksgiving Day Toyama Airport Nagano
TOKYO
Komatsu Airport Narita International Airport
2020 01 Jan New Year’s Day Takayama
13 Jan Coming of Age Day
Shirakawa-go
11 Feb National Foundation Day
Itami Airport Mt. Fuji
20 Mar Vernal Equinox Day
Gifu
Hiroshima
Airport Nagoya
Haneda Airport
Kyoto
Izumo Bullet Train Kobe Yokohama
Hakone
Hiroshima
Chubu Airport
Nara Estimated Bullet train travel times
Hakata
(Fukuoka) Shikoku OSAKA
Mt. Koya from Tokyo
4 hr 30 min. HAKODATE
Fukuoka Kansai International Airport
Airport 3 hr 40 min. AOMORI
Tokushima
1 hr 35 min. SENDAI
Naha Takamatsu
Kochi 3 hr 40 min. AKITA
Kumamoto
Naha Airport Matsuyama
Shin Yatsushiro Airport 2 hr 50 min. YAMAGATA
3 hr 1 hr 45 min. 1 hr 50 min.
KANAZAWA NAGANO NIIGATA
Nagasaki Domestic flights from Tokyo
Okinawa To Duration
Kagoshima JR (Tokyo Station)
Kagoshima Shin Chitose (Hokkaido)1 hr 40 min.
Airport
Aomori 1 hr 25 min. NAGOYA 1 hr 40 min.
Kyushu Komatsu (Ishikawa) 1 hr 10 min.
Tanegashima KYOTO 2 hr 20 min.
Kansai (Osaka) 1 hr 10 min.
Hiroshima 1 hr 20 min. SHIN-OSAKA 2 hr 40 min.
Yakushima Matsuyama 1 hr 20 min. HIROSHIMA 4 hr
Fukuoka 1 hr 35 min.
Kagoshima 1 hr 35 min. HAKATA 5 hr
Naha (Okinawa) 2 hr 15 min. KAGOSHIMA - CHUO
6 hr 50 min.
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A place where culture seekers, foodies and
EXPLORE SINGAPORE socialisers meet to create new experiences every day.
MARINA BAY
Representing all things modern and super-stylish, from trendy dining destinations to exciting leisure spots.
Be in awe of the architectural icons that dot the impressive skyline or head to the 101-hectare Gardens by
the Bay to take in the spectacular views from the Supertree Grove amid lush gardens.
ORCHARD ROAD SENTOSA ISLAND
A bustling boulevard that is a retail and dining paradise, A beloved island resort, best known for its tropical beaches,
with over 5,000 establishments offering the ultimate lifestyle luxurious hotels and thrilling attractions. Whether you’re
experience for tourists and locals alike. looking for an adrenaline rush or day of exploration, a world of
adventure awaits you at Sentosa.
JOO CHIAT & KATONG KAMPONG GLAM
A vibrant neighbourhood only 10 minutes’ drive from the city This area has an eclectic blend of history, culture and a super-
centre with many well-preserved Peranakan shophouses. It is trendy lifestyle scene. Highlights of this area include Sultan
also one of the country’s best foodie destinations, with endless Mosque and colourful Haji Lane - a row of multi-label stores,
culinary choices such as cool cafes that sit next to old-world quirky boutiques as well as hip bars and cafes.
coffee shops selling the famous Katong laksa.
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Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 7
ESCORTED TOUR
9 DAY
CHERRY BLOSSOM
ENCOUNTER
From $4,799 Tokyo
Mt. Fuji
INCLUSIONS Narita
Hotels: Tokyo (3 nights), Hakone (1 night), Hakone
Osaka (2 nights), Kyoto (2 nights) Osaka
Kyoto
Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Nara
Guide: Sightseeing tours with an English-speaking guide Kansai Airport
Transportation: Bullet Train tickets (see itinerary), airport transfers
and bus transfers/private coach during tours (see itinerary)
HIGHLIGHTS
• Various opportunities to see beautiful Cherry Blossoms
• Visit spectacular Mt. Fuji and scenic Hakone
Departure Date Single Twin
• Be in awe with a Maiko performance in Kyoto
28 March 2020 $5,990pp $4,799pp
• Experience Japanese Omotenashi Hospitality whilst
staying at a Ryokan *The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
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ITINERARY
DAY 1 you bring an overnight bag for your DAY 7 (B,L)
stay in Hakone. Meet your guide in
Upon arrival at Narita or Haneda Airport, You will leave Osaka and make your way
the hotel lobby, then you’re off on a
your shared shuttle driver will be waiting to Kyoto on a full-day sightseeing tour in
full day tour by private coach to Mt.
for you in the arrivals area holding a a private coach. Visit Nijo Castle, a World
Fuji. The first stop will be Mt. Fuji 5th
nameboard. You will be taken to your Heritage listed and historical monument
Station, before enjoying a cruise on Lake
hotel and can enjoy the rest of the day at of ancient Kyoto, before proceeding
Ashi, from Sekisho-ato to Kojiri pier. In
your leisure. to the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, famous
the afternoon, visit Owakudani Valley,
Overnight at Shinagawa Prince Hotel or for its wooden stage that is 13 metres
famous for its black eggs boiled in the
similar (3 Star Hotel) above the hillside below. After lunch,
hot sulphur springs, before a ride on
enjoy the Shopping Street of Ninen-
the Hakone Ropeway. Then head to your
Sannenzaka before visiting Kinkaku-ji
DAY 2 (B,L,D) Ryokan located in the Hakone Gora Hot
Temple, which is gilded in a brilliant
This morning, meet your fellow tour Spring Resort area. After a traditional
gold leaf. The last stop of the afternoon
companions in the lobby before Japanese-style dinner in the evening, it’s
is Sanjusangen-do, where you can marvel
departing on a Tokyo full day tour time to make the most of your Ryokan’s
at the beauty of Japanese Buddhist
on a private coach with an English spa facilities.
sculptures. Then, it’s onto your overnight
speaking guide. Then, you will Overnight at Setsugetsuka or similar accommodation in Kyoto.
visit Chidorigafuchi to view more than (4 Star Hotel)
Overnight at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto-
250 spectacular Cherry Blossom trees. Sanjo or similar (3 Star Hotel)
Then, embark on a delightful Sumida
River Boat Cruise to Tokyo’s ancient
DAY 5 (B)
Buddhist temple, Senso-ji Temple. Enjoy After breakfast at your Ryokan, you will DAY 8 (B,D)
strolling through the Nakamise Shopping transfer to Odawara Station by private Spend a free day at your leisure within
Street before heading to Ueno Park, coach to board the Shinkansen (bullet the ancient city of Kyoto. Alternatively,
renowned for its display of around 1,200 train) bound for Shin-Osaka. Upon arrival you may wish to add an additional day
breathtaking Cherry Blossom trees. at Shin-Osaka Station, you will be taken tour from one of our many available
Return to your hotel before heading out to your hotel to check in from 15:00. options. In the evening, enjoy a farewell
to indulge at a Welcome Dinner at a local The afternoon can be spent relaxing or dinner with an enchanting Maiko dance
Japanese Izakaya restaurant in Tokyo. exploring Osaka at your leisure. performance in the Gion District, a
Overnight at Shinagawa Prince Hotel or Overnight at Hotel Vischio Osaka or famous spot to glimpse beautiful
similar (3 Star Hotel) similar (3 Star Hotel) Geisha on the streets en-route to their
appointments. Afterwards, head back to
DAY 3 (B) DAY 6 (B) your hotel at your leisure.
This morning, you will head to Nara for Overnight at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto-
Enjoy a free day at your leisure to Sanjo or similar (3 Star Hotel)
explore the bustling city of Tokyo. a half day tour visiting Todai-ji Temple,
Alternatively, you may wish to choose known for its Great Buddha Hall that is a
an additional day tour from our many historic monument of ancient Nara. This
temple is in Nara Park, where you can see
DAY 9 (B)
available options.
and interact with the friendly deer that Spend the day at your leisure until you
Overnight at Shinagawa Prince Hotel or are picked up from your accommodation
roam freely, before visiting Kasuga-taisha
similar (3 Star Hotel) by a shared shuttle service to take you to
Shrine. After exploring Nara, you will
transfer back to your accommodation in Kansai Airport for your departure flight.
DAY 4 (B,L,D) Osaka to spend the rest of the day at your Pick up time is about 4 hours prior to
This morning, please leave your main leisure. your flight.
suitcase at reception and it will be Overnight at Hotel Vischio Osaka or
delivered to your hotel in Osaka. Ensure similar (3 Star Hotel)
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ESCORTED TOUR
9 DAY
WEST TO EAST
From $3,399
Tokyo
Hakone
INCLUSIONS Kyoto
Accommodation: Osaka (4 nights), Hiroshima (1 night), Osaka Nara
Hakone (1 night), Tokyo (2 nights)
Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Hiroshima
Guide: 5 days of sightseeing with an English-speaking guide
Transportation: Bullet Train tickets (see itinerary); Airport
Transfers via Limousine Bus
HIGHLIGHTS Departure Date Single/Twin
• Japan’s original capital Nara, including Todai-ji, Nara Park 6 & 20 March, 8 & 22 May, 5 & 19 June, 3, 24 & 31 July,
and Kasuga Taisha Shrine 21 August, 4 September, 4 & 18 December $3,399pp
• Enjoy sightseeing using public transport to spend more 27 March, 3, 10 & 17 April, 16 & 23 October,
time exploring 6, 13, 20 & 27 November $3,499pp
• Visit the mystical floating Torii Gate, Itsukushima Shrine 25 September $3,599pp
• Stroll down Harajuku’s Takeshita street *The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
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DAY 1 DAY 5 (B)
Welcome to Japan! For your After breakfast at your hotel, spend a
convenience, after arriving at Kansai free day at your leisure.
Airport, you will be met by an assistant Overnight at Shin Osaka Esaka Tokyu
who will help you transfer to your hotel. REI or similar (3 Star Hotel)
Overnight at FP Hotels South; Namba
or similar (3 Star Hotel)
DAY 6 (B, D)
Prepare an overnight bag to keep
DAY 2 (B) with you as your luggage will be
After breakfast, you’ll be met by your forwarded to your Day 7 Tokyo Hotel.
guide and taken via public transport After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll
to Nara, Japan’s first prominent catch the Bullet Train to Hakone. After
capital. First, visit Todai-ji Temple (The arriving, experience the Owakudani
Great Buddha – Daibutsu) to behold Ropeway and a cruise on Lake Ashi.
the spectacle of one of Japan’s largest If the weather is clear, you might
temples. Then, it’s on to the important see Mt. Fuji. Tonight, you will stay
Shinto site, Kasuga Grand Shrine with in a traditional Japanese hotel and
its bright vermillion gates and bronze experience the local Onsen and
lanterns. Then take a stroll through a Japanese dinner.
Nara Park to see the famous free
Overnight at Sengokugahara Prince
roaming Deer. The day ends with a
Hotel (with Onsen Experience) or
visit to Kofukuji, a five-storey pagoda
similar (3 Star Hotel)
and world-heritage site.
Overnight at FP Hotels South; Namba
or similar (3 Star Hotel) DAY 7 (B)
After breakfast at the hotel, take the
DAY 3 (B) Bullet Train to Tokyo where you’ll
discover Tokyo’s Edo past. Highlights
The day begins with an early breakfast. include a visit to the historical Meiji
Be sure you have packed an overnight Grand Shrine. Contrasting the quiet
bag for your stay in Hiroshima as your atmosphere of Meiji Grand Shrine,
main suitcase will be transferred to the day’s activities continue with a
your Day 4 accommodation. Travel trip to Harajuku’s Takeshita Street
to Hiroshima and head to witness the thriving pop culture
towards the Peace Park and Atomic of Japan. After Harajuku, you’ll visit
Bomb museum. Here you’ll have Shibuya, famous for the busy, scramble
time to reflect on the realities of the crossing, commonly associated with
atomic bombing of Japan. Afterwards, Tokyo. The day concludes with a visit to
visit Miyajima Island, known for its Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise
‘floating temple’ (Itsukushima Shrine) Street.
and beautiful ocean views, before
heading to your hotel. Overnight at Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
or similar (3 Star Hotel)
Overnight at Hiroshima; Tokyu REI or
similar (3 Star Hotel)
DAY 8 (B)
DAY 4 (B) After breakfast at the hotel, spend the
day at your leisure.
After breakfast at your hotel, board a
Bullet Train bound for Kyoto. Your first Overnight at Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
destination will be Fushimi Inari Grand or similar (3 Star Hotel).
Shrine and its 4km of red Torii Gates,
which have become an iconic image
of Japan. The day’s activities continue DAY 9 (B)
at Yasaka Shrine in Gion and if we are After breakfast, spend the day at your
lucky, we may see a Geiko or Maiko leisure until it’s time to make your own
as they make their way through Gion’s way to the airport via Limousine Bus to
narrow streets and wooden buildings. depart Japan.
At the end of the day, you’ll return
Sayonara!
to Osaka to check-in to your hotel.
Overnight at Shin Osaka Esaka Tokyu * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
REI or similar (3 Star Hotel) included: (D) Dinner included
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7 DAY
JAPAN GOLDEN
ROUTE
From $2,190 TOKYO
INCLUSIONS Mt Fuji
& Hakone
Hotels: Tokyo (3 nights), Hakone (1 night), Kyoto (2 nights).
Kyoto
Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
OSAKA
Guide: English-speaking guide included on day tours only
Transportation: Return airport shuttle transfers; Bullet Train
tickets – Odawara Station to Kyoto Station
HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore the diverse main sites of the modern capital city
of Tokyo
• See the main castles and temples of the traditional old capital Departure Date Twin Triple
city of Kyoto Daily $2,190 $1,990
• High-speed Bullet Train experience
*The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
• Visit Japan’s tallest mountain, Mt. Fuji *Single supplement prices are available, to enquire, please contact your travel consultant.
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DAY 1 by Shibuya, seeing the famed Hachiko Odawara Station to board the Bullet
dog statue and conjested scramble Train bound for Kyoto. Upon arrival at
Upon arrival at Narita or Haneda
crossing. Kyoto Station, make your own way to
Airport, you will be met at the arrival
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar your accommodation. In the afternoon,
exit point by your driver who will take
(3 Star Hotel) spend some free time at your leisure.
you to your accommodation in a shared
shuttle. Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto or similar
(3 Star Hotel)
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
(3 Star Hotel) DAY 3 (B)
DAY 6 (B)
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then spend
a full free day at your leisure in Tokyo.
DAY 2 (B, L) Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar Following breakfast, tour the main
(3 Star Hotel) attractions of Kyoto. Visit Nijo Castle,
After breakfast, spend the day
with its impressive massive stone walls
exploring the highlights of Tokyo. Go
by the National Diet Building, Imperial DAY 4 (B, L, D) and elaborate gates, and Kinkaku-ji
Temple, known as the Golden Pavilion.
Palace and visit Tsukiji Outer Market, After breakfast, pack a small overnight Stop by Kyoto Imperial Palace, renowned
the world’s largest wholesale fish and bag as your main suitcase will be as the pinnacle for its simplicity of
seafood market with around 400 fish transferred directly from Tokyo to Japanese architecture. The afternoon is
markets, greengrocers and restaurants. your hotel in Kyoto. Travel by coach free at your leisure.
Afterwards, drive by Kabukiza up to 2,300 metres on Japan’s highest
Theatre along the way to TOKYO mountain, Mt. Fuji, to see a spectacular Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto or similar
SKYTREE TOWN® where you can view. After lunch at a local restaurant, (3 Star Hotel)
explore Japan’s tallest structure freely next is a sightseeing cruise on Lake
(admission fee to TOKYO SKYTREE® Ashi. The view of Mt. Fuji in the
observation decks not included). From background from Lake Ashi is iconic DAY 7 (B)
there, head to the old downtown in Hakone. Lastly, take a ride on Mt. Have breakfast at your hotel and spend
area of Asakusa for Senso-ji Temple, Komagatake Ropeway to the peak part of the day exploring Kyoto at your
Tokyo’s oldest temple, and Nakamise of Mt. Komagatake for a stunning own leisure until it is time to depart to
Shopping Street. After lunch at a panoramic view of Lake Ashi and Mt. Kansai Airport via shared taxi. Pick up
local restaurant, board the Tokyo Bay Fuji. After the tour, transfer from Hakone- time is about 4 hours prior to the flight.
Cruise. After the cruise, you will then en to your accommodation in Hakone.
visit Zojo-ji Temple, known for its ties * Please refer to general booking
Overnight at Hakone Pax Yoshino or conditions.
to the Tokugawa Shoguns family. Enjoy similar (3 Star Hotel)
taking photos of this temple with Tokyo * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
Tower in the background before visiting included: (D) Dinner included
DAY 5 (B)
Odaiba. While in Odaiba, you will be
able to take photos of the beautiful
rainbow bridge. Finally, before the tour Have breakfast at your ryokan and then
concludes at Shinjuku St, you will drive make your own way from Hakone to
Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 13INDEPENDENT TOUR
9 DAY
HOKURIKU
GOLDEN ARCH
From $2,999 Toyama
Nagano
Matsumoto
TOKYO
Takayama
INCLUSIONS Shirakawa-go
Hotels: Tokyo (1 night), Nagano (1 night), Takayama (2 nights), Fukui
Toyama (2 nights), Osaka (2 nights)
Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner
Guide: English speaking guide included on day tours only
Transportation: One-way Tokyo airport shuttle transfer; one-
way Kansai airport train ticket; 7 Day Hokuriku Arch Rail Pass OSAKA
HIGHLIGHTS
• See the Snow Monkeys of Nagano
Departure Date Twin Triple
• Cycle the hidden country side
Daily $2,999 $2,919
• View Matsumoto Castle known as Crow Castle
*The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
• Experience fresh Miso at a Miso Factory * Single supplement prices are available, to enquire, please contact your travel consultant.
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DAY 1 DAY 4 (B) Overnight at Hotel Grand Terrace
Toyama or similar (3 Star Hotel)
Welcome to Japan! For your Following breakfast at your hotel, you’ll
convenience, after arriving, you’ll be be guided along a Food & Culture Walk
met at Narita Airport by an assistant through Takayama. This culinary tour DAY 7 (B)
holding a nameboard. You will then will introduce you to the rich culture and After breakfast, take the train from
transfer via shared shuttle service to your history of Takayama. Along the way, meet Toyama to Fukui Station and spend
accommodation. some of the local food heroes found the day at your leisure exploring Fukui
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or throughout the many authentic and before heading to Osaka. Upon arrival
similar (3 Star Hotel) traditional shops. This morning tour visits: at Fukui Station, purchase a ticket for
Harada Sake Brewery, Miyakawa Morning the Eihei-ji Liner Bus to Eihei-ji Temple,
Markets, Koji-ya and Coffeehouse. ‘The Temple of Eternal Peace’. One of
DAY 2 (B, L) Following this tour, you will have two the two head temples of Soto Zen, it is
After breakfast, use your JR Hokuriku hours until an afternoon cycling tour led located deep in the mountains near the
Arch Pass to transfer to Nagano where by a trained and experienced guide. This northwest coast of Japan. This temple
you will begin a two-day tour starting tour will take you away from the tourist was founded by Zen Master Dōgen in
in Nagano. This tour will begin at JR spots, visiting natural havens and local 1244. He was offered land and other help
Nagano station, taking you to see the markets. You will come away from this for this by Yoshishige Hatano, a samurai
famous Snow Monkeys that bathe in tour with a full stomach and fascinating who was one of his most devoted lay
the natural hot springs in Jigokudani stories to share with family and friends. followers. Dōgen thus founded Eihei-ji,
Park. The tour continues with lunch at Overnight at Best Western Hotel where he devoted himself to training
a nearby restaurant before heading to Takayama or similar (3 Star Hotel) his followers in the perfection of Zen
Zenko-ji Temple, one of the oldest and practice. Dōgen Zenji’s authentic Zen has
most important Buddhist temples in DAY 5 (B, L) been scrupulously observed and passed
Japan. Your guide will take you through down by his successors. Today, more
Have breakfast at your hotel before the than 100 monks devote themselves to
the temples complex – explaining its
Gokayama Ainokura and Shirakawago his practice of shikantaza (single-minded
legends and myths – before leading
Sightseeing Bus Tour. Stroll around sitting). Head back to Fukui Station
you through a guided sake tasting
the Ainokura Village in the World by the Eihei-ji Liner Bus and use your
experience. After indulging in some of
Heritage site Gokayama. Enjoy lunch Hokuriku Arch Pass to head to Osaka.
Nagano’s sake, you will be dropped-off
at Shirakawago with its panoramic
at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Vischio Osaka or
views. While in Shirakawago, see over
Overnight at Hotel Metropolitan Nagano 100 thatched roof houses surrounded similar (3 Star Hotel)
or similar (3 Star Hotel) by breathtaking scenery. As the tour
concludes, transfer from Shirakawago to DAY 8 (B, D)
DAY 3 (B, L) Toyama via the Nohi Bus service. Spend the day at your leisure until the
After an early breakfast, you will Overnight at Hotel Grand Terrace afternoon when you will participate in
be picked up from your hotel and Toyama or similar (3 Star Hotel) an Evening Street Food Tour of Osaka’s
transported to Matsumoto to see its Shinsekai. Walk around the bustling
iconic 400-year-old castle. You will be DAY 6 (B, L) Shinsekai and explore the downtown
free to explore the castle until it is time streets with an English-speaking guide.
Your luggage will be forwarded ahead
for your tour of the Miso Factory. Learn Listen to the stories from the guide and
to your Day 7 Hotel, so prepare an
the process of making Miso and the try 10 or more local foods and a drink.
overnight bag for your last night’s stay
many products made from it. After your in Toyama. After breakfast at the Hotel, Overnight at Hotel Vischio Osaka or
tour, enjoy lunch at the Factory. From you’ll join an afternoon tour visiting similar (3 Star Hotel)
Matsumoto, you will head towards the Toyama Castle where you will be guided
Edo like town of Takayama, and the through the castle and a fifth generation DAY 9 (B)
mountain ranges of the Northern Alps. Tea House by an English-speaking After breakfast, spend the day at your
Once arrived in Takayama, your two- Tea Ceremony Instructor. After being leisure until it is time to make your own
day tour concludes, and you are free to taken through the Tea House, continue way to the airport via airport train for
spend your afternoon and night at your with a short Tea Ceremony led by your your departure from Japan. Sayonara!
leisure. Instructor. After the tour, head back to
Overnight at Best Western Hotel your hotel and spend the afternoon and * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
Takayama or similar (3 Star Hotel) night at your leisure. included: (D) Dinner included
Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 15INDEPENDENT TOUR
12 DAY
KYUSHU
EXPLORER
From $2,999
FUKUOKA
INCLUSIONS
Beppu
Accommodation: Fukuoka (3 nights), Nagasaki (2 nights),
Kumamoto (1 night), Kagoshima (2 nights), Miyazaki (2 nights), Kumamoto
Beppu (1 night)
Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner Nagasaki
Guide: English-speaking guide throughout, excluding airport
transfers and free days at leisure. Miyazaki
Transportation: Airport transfers by shared shuttles, Transfer from
Hakata to Nagasaki, Japan National Rail Pass 7 Days (Days 5-11)
Kagoshima
HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore the major cities in the island of Kyushu
• Ride the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Japan’s most southern Departure Date Twin Triple
stop
Daily $2,999pp $2,899pp
• Rejuvenate in Beppu’s sand bath
*The above prices are subject to currency fluctuations.
• Experience the tranquility of Takachiho * Single supplement prices are available, to enquire, please contact your travel consultant.
16 | Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020ITINERARY
DAY 1 your accommodation to the beautiful DAY 9 (B)
Kumamoto City. Once you have
Fly into Fukuoka Airport where you will be Following breakfast, enjoy a private taxi
arrived and are checked-in to your
met at the airport by your shared shuttle tour from Miyzaki through the city of
accommodation, spend the rest of
driver who will be holding a nameboard. Hyuga to visit the beautiful Takachiho
your day at your leisure. You may wish
Overnight at Hotel Forza Hakata or Shrine and Gorge, Amanoiwato Shrine
to explore the fascinating Kumamoto and finally Amanoyasugawara Cave.
similar (3 Star Hotel) Castle. These stunning landmarks are less-
DAY 2 (B) Overnight at ANA Crowne Plaza
Kumamoto New Sky or similar (3 Star
travelled by tourists and display the
natural beauty of Japan. Afterwards,
Experience a full day of sightseeing Hotel) transfer back to your hotel in Miyazaki to
in Hakata. Visit Ohori Park, one of the spend the evening at your leisure.
most beautiful parks incorporating water DAY 6 (B) Overnight at Hotel Sky Tower Miyazaki or
in Japan. Continue to Fukuoka castle
After breakfast you will transfer to similar (3 Star Hotel)
ruins, which was the largest castle in
Kyushu in the Edo period. After the ruins, Kagoshima. This day is free to spend
visit Fukuoka Tower, the tallest seaside at your own pace. Once arrived in DAY 10 (B, D)
tower in Japan at 234 metres high. From Kagoshima, take it easy and stroll After breakfast, you will leave Miyazaki St
there, go to Marizon, a waterfront terrace through the streets. at 08:00 and travel north to Beppu. Once
thrusting out into Hakata Bay. Tour Overnight at JR Kyushu Hotel Kagoshima arrived, start the Beppu Sightseeing
duration is approximately 5 hours. or similar (3 Star Hotel) Tour where you will visit Beppu’s famous
Overnight at Hotel Forza Hakata or onsens Umijigoku and Kamadojigoku. As
similar (3 Star Hotel) DAY 7 (B) the tour concludes, head to your Ryokan
for a relaxing night. Enjoy rejuvenating
At 9:20 / 13:30, meet your guide at
DAY 3 (B) Kagoshima Chuo Station or Tenmonkan
in the Ryokans Onsens (hot springs) and
a delicious dinner, made from locally-
After breakfast at your hotel, catch the Station. Then, proceed to Shiroyama harvested produce.
Bullet Train to Nagasaki where you will Observatory and Sakurajima Yunohira
Overnight at Beppu Onsen Kouraku or
enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Observatory, closest point to the volcanic
similar (3 Star Hotel)
Gunkanjima, an old abandoned island off vent of Sakurajima. Also visit Sengainen,
the coast of Nagasaki. At 13:00, depart
from Nagasaki Port Terminal. Spend
a Japanese-style landscape garden
along the coast, to the north of
DAY 11 (B)
the afternoon exploring the abandoned downtown. As the tour concludes, After breakfast, meet your guide at
island and discover what it was like head back to your hotel and spend the JR Beppu Station for a relaxing day
when the Coral Mining Industry boomed evening at your leisure. being pampered in Beppu. Firstly, you’ll
in Japan. On your return, spend the visit the beach to experience a sand
Overnight at JR Kyushu Hotel Kagoshima bath. Then you will be taken by your
afternoon at your leisure strolling the or similar (3 Star Hotel)
beautiful streets of Nagasaki. English-speaking guide to the Beppu
Street Markets where you can try the
Overnight at Hotel New Nagasaki or DAY 8 (B) beautiful fresh local produce and explore
similar (3 Star Hotel)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer the sights. After the tour, gather your
to Kagoshima St and continue on to luggage and transfer back to Fukuoka
DAY 4 (B) Miyazaki. Once arrived in Miyazaki, for your last night’s stay in Japan.
Day 4 can be spent at your leisure. spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight at Hotel Forza Hakata or
Alternatively, you may like to add one of Alternatively, you may wish to go to similar (3 Star Hotel)
our available day tours that depart from Aoshima, a small island just off the coast
Nagasaki. of Miyazaki with pristine white sand DAY 12 (B)
Overnight at Hotel New Nagasaki or beaches lining a densely jungled island. Spend part of the day in Fukuoka at
similar (3 Star Hotel) In the heart of this island is a beautiful your leisure until it is time to depart to
shrine, Aoshima Jinja. Fukuoka airport by shared shuttle.
DAY 5 (B) Overnight at Hotel Sky Tower Miyazaki or * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
After breakfast, you will transfer from similar (3 Star Hotel) included: (D) Dinner included
Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 17INDEPENDENT TOUR
14 DAY
TREASURES
OF JAPAN
From $3,990 Kanazawa
Shirakawa-go
Takayama TOKYO
INCLUSIONS
Hotels: Tokyo (3 nights), Hakone (1 night), Takayama (1 night), Mt Fuji &
Kanazawa (1 night), Kyoto (5 nights), Osaka (2 nights) Hakone
Kyoto
Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 1 Dinner
OSAKA Nara
Guide: English-speaking guide included on day tours only
Transportation: One-way Tokyo airport shuttle transfer; one-
way Kansai Airport train ticket; Japan National Rail Pass 7 Days Hiroshima
(Days 5-11)
HIGHLIGHTS
• Participate in a traditional tea ceremony
Departure Date Twin Triple
• Relax in a hot spring
Every Tues and Sat $3,990pp $3,890pp
• Step back in time and visit a traditional thatched roof village
* The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
• Sake tasting at the sake brewery in Fushimi * Single supplement prices are available, to enquire, please contact your travel consultant.
18 | Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020ITINERARY
DAY 1 DAY 6 (B, L) Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famous
for the walkway of 1,000 orange Torii
Upon arrival at Narita or Haneda Following breakfast, join the Takayama
gates. The afternoon is free to spend at
Airport, take a shared shuttle to your Shirakawa-go 1 Day Tour, visiting the
your leisure.
accommodation. famous markets of Takayama before
proceeding to the World Heritage village Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
of Shirakawa-go. Step back in time as similar (3 Star Hotel)
(3 Star Hotel)
you explore the traditional thatched roof
DAY 2 (B, L) houses of the Wada Residence. After
DAY 11 (B)
lunch, continue by bus to Kanazawa. After breakfast, catch the Bullet Train
After breakfast, start the Dynamic Tokyo
from Kyoto to Hiroshima, where you will
Tour by firstly visiting Tokyo Tower. Then, Overnight at Hotel Kanazawa or similar
meet your guide. Your guide will show
join in a traditional Tea Ceremony followed (3 Star Hotel)
you the highlights of Hiroshima including
by a Japanese-style lunch at a local
restaurant. In the afternoon, proceed to DAY 7 (B) Miyajima Island, Itsukushima Shrine, the
Peace Memorial Park and Museum and
the Imperial Palace Gardens and take the After breakfast, head to Kaikaro
the legendary Atomic Bomb Dome. As
Sumida River Cruise and see Azumabashi Teahouse for a relaxing day tour where
the tour concludes, take the Bullet Train
Bridge. Finally, head to the old downtown you will try authentic green tea and gold
from Hiroshima back to Kyoto.
area of Asakusa to see Senso-ji Temple leaf garnished Japanese sweets. In the
and Nakamise Shopping Street. afternoon, board the limited express Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or
train from Kanazawa to Kyoto and make similar (3 Star Hotel)
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
your own way to your accommodation.
(3 Star Hotel) DAY 12 (B)
Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or
DAY 3 (B) similar (3 Star Hotel)
After breakfast, make your own way to
Osaka by train.
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a full
free day in Tokyo at your leisure. DAY 8 (B, L) Overnight at Osaka Fujiya Hotel or
Following breakfast, tour the sites similar (3 Star Hotel)
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
of Kyoto, visiting the Kinkaku-ji
(3 Star Hotel)
Temple, Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial
DAY 13 (B)
DAY 4 (B, L, D) Palace. After lunch, travel to Nara to Enjoy breakfast, followed by a full day
visit Todai-ji Temple, home of the Great at your leisure in Osaka. Alternatively,
After breakfast, your main suitcase will be
Buddha and the famous Nara Park, you may like to add one of the many
transferred directly from Tokyo to your
where many tame deer roam freely. available day tours in Osaka.
hotel in Kyoto. Be sure to pack a bag for
your stays before Kyoto. Travel by coach Lastly, visit the colourful Kasuga Taisha Overnight at Osaka Fujiya Hotel or
up to 2,300 metres on Japan’s highest Shrine with its 3,000 lanterns. similar (3 Star Hotel)
mountain, Mt. Fuji, and soak up the Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel
spectacular view. After lunch at a local Kyoto or similar (3 Star Hotel) DAY 14 (B)
restaurant, take a sightseeing cruise on Following breakfast, spend part of the
Lake Ashi and ride the Mt. Komagatake DAY 9 (B) day in Osaka at your leisure until it is
Ropeway. After the tour, transfer from Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then spend time to depart to Kansai Airport via train.
Hakone-en to your accommodation. a full day at your leisure in Kyoto. *Return to Tokyo can be arranged at an
Overnight at Hakone Pax Yoshino or Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or additional cost.
similar (3 Star Hotel) similar (3 Star Hotel) * Please refer to general booking
conditions.
DAY 5 (B) DAY 10 (B)
Depart your ryokan after breakfast, then After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
head to Odawara to catch the Bullet of Fushimi, visiting Gekkeikan Sake included: (D) Dinner included
Train to Nagoya. From Nagoya, take the Museum to enjoy Sake tasting.
limited express train to Takayama. After (Note: In Japan, drinking of alcohol
your arrival in Takayama, the rest of the by persons under the age of 20 is
day can be spent at your leisure. prohibited. Whilst participants under
Overnight at Hida Hotel Plaza or similar the age of 20 may join this tour, they
(3 Star Hotel) will be served non-alcoholic beverages.)
Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 19INDEPENDENT TOUR
21 DAY SUPER EXPLORER
From $5,590 Kanazawa
Nagano
INCLUSIONS Shirakawa-go TOKYO
Takayama
Hotels: Tokyo (4 nights), Nagano (1 night), Takayama (1
night), Kanazawa (2 nights), Kyoto (3 nights), Osaka (3 nights), Mt Fuji &
Hakone
Hiroshima (2 nights), Hakata (3 nights), Beppu (1 night). Kyoto
Meals: 20 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 1 Dinner Himeji
Nara
OSAKA
Guide: English-speaking guide included on day tours only
Naoshima
Transportation: One-way Tokyo airport shuttle transfer; Hiroshima
one-way Fukuoka airport shuttle transfer; Japan National Rail
Pass 21 Days
FUKUOKA
Beppu
HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens, Kenrokuen
• Experience the famous natural hot springs (onsens) in Beppu Departure Date Twin Triple
• Visit the Island of Art; Naoshima Every Wed and Fri $5,590pp $5,290pp
• Enjoy wandering the small bars and restaurants of Kabuki- *The above prices are subject to currency fluctuation.
cho and Golden-gai *Single supplement prices are available, to enquire, please contact your travel consultant.
ITINERARY
style lunch. After lunch, stroll through the ropeway. You will transfer back to Tokyo
Hama-Rikyu Garden. Then cruise down by motorcoach in the evening.
the Sumida River which arrives near the Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
Nakamise Street Markets which lead up (3 Star Hotel)
DAY 1 to Asakusa Kannon, one of the finest
Upon arrival at Narita Airport, take a Buddhist Temples in Japan. DAY 4 (B)
shared shuttle to your accommodation. Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar After breakfast, spend the day at your
Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar (3 Star Hotel) leisure until the evening when you will
(3 Star Hotel) join a walking tour through Tokyo eating
DAY 3 (B, L) street food in Kabuki-cho and Golden-
DAY 2 (B, L) After breakfast, travel by coach up gai. Your guide will take you through
Following breakfast at your hotel, head to 2,300 metres on Japan’s highest the neon lit city to places filled with
out for a full day tour of Tokyo. See the mountain, Mt. Fuji, to see the spectacular small bars, restaurants and amusement
amazing view from the observation deck view. After lunch at a local restaurant, facilities.
of Tokyo Tower, Meiji-jingu Shrine and proceed for a sightseeing cruise on Lake Overnight at Shiba Park Hotel or similar
the Imperial Palace, before a Japanese Ashi and take a ride on Mt. Komagatake (3 Star Hotel)
20 | Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020DAY 5 (B) Temple and Togetsu Bridge, which spans Overnight at Hotel Century 21 Hiroshima
the Katsura River. In the afternoon, the or similar (3 Star Hotel)
After breakfast, make your way to
tour takes you to Nara to visit Todai-ji
Tokyo station to travel by train to one of
Temple, which houses the Great Buddha, DAY 16 (B)
Japan’s most beautiful places, Nagano.
and Nara Park, where many tame deer After breakfast, meet your guide at
Here, you will receive an admission
roam freely. Finally, visit the UNESCO the hotel lobby for a full day tour of
pass to the Nagaden Bus and also an
World Heritage Listed, Kofuku-ji Temple. Hiroshima and Miyajima. This tour
admission pass to see the wild monkeys
at Jigokudani Monkey Park. Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or highlights Miyajima Island, Itsukushima
similar (3 Star Hotel) Shrine, the Peace Memorial Park and
Overnight at Hotel Metropolitan Nagano Museum and the famous Atomic Bomb
or similar (3 Star Hotel). DAY 11 (B) Dome, symbolising the fight to rid the
DAY 6 (B) After breakfast, you are free to spend the world of nuclear weapons. Witness
entire day at your leisure. Alternatively, the contrast of beauty and devastation
Transfer to Takayama where you will you may like to add one of our many between the juxtaposed Peace Memorial
experience an Afternoon Food and available day tours departing from Kyoto. Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.
Culture Walk, starting in Takayama at
14:00. On the tour, wander down side Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or Overnight at Hotel Century 21 Hiroshima
streets that are relatively unchanged since similar (3 Star Hotel) or similar (3 Star Hotel)
the Edo period. Enjoy the sights, sounds
and tastes of Takayama and experience
DAY 12 (B) DAY 17 (B)
what the locals already know and love. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then After breakfast, continue your travels
transfer from Kyoto to Osaka. Once from Hiroshima to Hakata, Fukuoka. In
Overnight at Best Western Hotel
arrived in Osaka, begin an afternoon the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour
Takayama or similar (3 Star Hotel)
walking tour of Osaka. This tour begins of Hakata visiting Ohori Park, one of the
DAY 7 (B, L) with a visit to the Osaka Castle. Walk most beautiful parks incorporating water
through the newly renovated castle while in Japan. Then continue to Fukuoka
After breakfast, begin your day on the learning from the exhibit, detailing the castle ruins, which was the largest castle
Gokayama Ainokura & Shirakawago history of Osaka. From there, travel to the in Kyushu during the Edo period. After
Sightseeing Bus Tour. Stroll freely river dock to ride the Aqua Liner for an the ruins, visit Fukuoka Tower, the tallest
through the Ainokura Village in the hour-long cruise around Nakanoshima. seaside tower in Japan at 234m high.
World Heritage site Gokayama. Then
Overnight at Osaka Fujiya Hotel or From there, head to Marizon, a waterfront
enjoy lunch at Shirakawago with its
similar (3 Star Hotel) terrace thrusting out into Hakata Bay.
panoramic views. While in Shirakawago,
Overnight at Hakata Green Hotel No.2 or
see over 100 thatched roof houses DAY 13 (B, L) similar (3 Star Hotel)
surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
After your bus tour, transfer from After breakfast, meet your English-
Shirakawago to Kanazawa by public bus. speaking guide at Himeji Station. DAY 18 (B)
Then walk to Himeji Castle, known as Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then spend
Overnight at ANA Holiday Inn Kanazawa the ‘White Heron Castle’. Due to its
Sky or similar (3 Star Hotel) the rest of your day at your leisure.
elegant, white appearance, it is widely
Overnight at Hakata Green Hotel No.2 or
DAY 8 (B) recognised as Japan’s most spectacular
castle. Following lunch, proceed to similar (3 Star Hotel)
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then spend
the morning on a sightseeing tour of
Maiko Station to walk along Akashi
Kaikyo Bridge, the longest suspension
DAY 19 (B, D)
Kanazawa with an English-speaking bridge in the world. Afterwards, head After breakfast, begin the morning by
driver. This tour will visit popular places back to Osaka by train. transferring from Hakata to Beppu. Upon
like Kenrokuen garden, Higashi Chaya arrival, you will meet your guide at JR
Overnight at Osaka Fujiya Hotel or
District, Omicho Market, the 21st similar (3 Star Hotel) Beppu Station for a full day sightseeing
Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Beppu. Enjoy visiting famous natural
and more. Following the tour, relax and DAY 14 (B) hot springs Umi-Jigoku (cobalt blue
enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. Sea Hell), Kamado-Jigou (Cooking Pot
After breakfast, enjoy a day tour of
Overnight at ANA Holiday Inn Kanazawa Hell) and stroll through Beppu City. As
Naoshima, the ‘Island of Art’. Here you
Sky or similar (3 Star Hotel) the tour concludes, head back to your
will be taken by your guide through the
Chichu Art Museum where you will see Ryokan for dinner.
DAY 9 (B) a variety of displays by famous artists Overnight at Beppu Onsen Kouraku or
Today you are free to do what you like! such as Claude Monet, James Turrell similar (Ryokan)
However, in the afternoon, transfer from and Walter De Maria. After strolling
Kanazawa to Kyoto via the Bullet Train. through the museum, you will be taken DAY 20 (B)
After checking-in to your hotel, relax and to Miyanoura to see artwork such as the After breakfast, return to Hakata via train.
explore Kyoto at your own pace. famous Pop Pumpkin Art, Naoshima The evening can be spent at your leisure.
Overnight at Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or Pavilion and the Bunraku Puppets. Overnight at Hakata Green Hotel No. 2
similar (3 Star Hotel) Overnight at Osaka Fujiya Hotel or or similar (3 Star Hotel)
similar (3 Star Hotel)
DAY 10 (B) DAY 21 (B)
After breakfast, depart on a morning DAY 15 (B) After breakfast, spend the morning
tour of Arashiyama and its neighbouring After breakfast, continue south from Osaka at your leisure until it is time to go to
city, Nara. Travel through Kyoto, visiting to Hiroshima. Once you arrive, explore the Fukuoka Airport.
Tenryu-ji Temple, Kyoto’s best Zen city at your own pace. Alternatively, you
temple, enjoy the beautiful gardens, may like to add one of our many available * (B) Breakfast included: (L) Lunch
Sagano Bamboo Grove, Jojakko-ji tours which depart from Hiroshima. included: (D) Dinner included
Travel Japan by H.I.S. 2019-2020 | 21TOKYO
Tokyo is Japan’s ultramodern
and vibrant capital city.
Hotel
Located in the north-east
on the mainland, it is the
world’s most populated
metropolis with around 13
million people. This city
has so much to offer, from
shopping and fashion,
to delicious food and
nightlife, all intertwined in
a melting pot of traditional
and popular cultures. It is
readily accessible to other
tourist hotspots such as
Yokohama, Mt. Fuji, Hakone
and Nikko. Endless ‘must-
see’ attractions and activities
abound in this beautiful city,
enjoyable for people of all
ages, day or night.
WASHINGTON HOTEL HHH
SHINJUKU SHIBA PARK HOTEL
Shinjuku
HHH
SHIBA
Shinjuku
Washington Hotel is just five This popular hotel is located
minutes’ walk from Tocho-mae close to Tokyo Tower and Zojo-ji
Station and eight minutes from
Washington Hotel Shinjuku is 5 Temple. It The
is just eight
luxurious minutes’
Keio Plaza Hotel is a
minutes from Tocho-mae Station 5 minute walk from JR Shinjuku
JR Shinjuku Station. All rooms
and 8 minutes from JR Shinjuku walk from JR Hamamatsucho
Station and 1 minute from
and the lobby were renovatedStation on foot. All rooms and the Station and only two
Tocho-mae minutes
Station.
lobby were renovated in April It offers guests spectacular views
in 2016. This is a great 2016. Located within easy access from Onarimon Station
of Tokyo from onof the
the heart thecity.
location with easy acces to tothe
shopping areas, Kabukicho and subway. There areservice
Free shuttle two to/from
buildings
Tokyo
shopping area, Kabukicho, the Tokyo Metropolitan Govern-
ment Building.
with comfortable rooms,
Disney Resort is available.
and the Tokyo Metropolitan including the 151 Building which
Government Building. opened in 2016.
Shinagawa Shinagawa
SHINAGAWA PRINCE HOTEL HHH
SHINAGAWA
HENN NA HOTEL MAIHAMA TOKYO BAY HHH
MAIHAMA
The Shinagawa Prince Hotel is
Conveniently located just twoconveniently located just a 2 This RobotThis deluxe hotel has been recently
Hotel
renovated. chain
Only haswalk
a 5 minute
minutes’ walk from JR or Keikyuminute walk from JR or Keikyu robots working as the
from Shinagawa staff
Station, at
the hotel
Shinagawa Station, this hotelShinagawa Station. It has great
access to anywhere in Tokyo or to
reception also
and boasts a specious Japanese
in the rooms,
garden extending to 20,000 .
offers great access to anywhereother cities. The hotel has amazing offering a Guests
great can‘only-in-Japan’
admire the beauty and
in Tokyo or other cities. Thereentertainment facilities including a experience. It is conveniently
tranquillity of nature, even in the
theatre, bowling alley, indoor golf, middle of the bustling capital city.
are amazing entertainment aquarium, and more for your located seven minutes’ by taxi
facilities onsite, including a enjoyable stay. from JR Maihama St, which is
theatre, bowling alley, indoor close to Tokyo Disneyland. A
golf, aquarium and Non-smoking
more. Wi-Fi Gym
Self Service free shuttle service is available
Shuttle Service
22 Room Available Laundry
to Maihama Station.
Wifi No smoking Self-service laundry Shuttle bus
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HAKONE OWAKUDANI & EDO TOKYO 1-DAY TOUR KAMAKURA & ENOSHIMA BAY
PANORAMIC MT. FUJI Visit Tokyo’s most popular sightseeing DRIVE
Visit the scenic viewpoints of Mt. Fuji, spots including Tsukiji Outer Market, Go to Kotoku-in Temple, famous for
Hakone Owakudani Valley, Arakurayama TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN®, Senso-ji the Great Buddha statue and Hokoku-ji
and Sengen Park. Ride the Hakone Temple and more. Temple. Enjoy a green tea at Jomyo-ji
Ropeway and go on Fuji Airways – a unique Temple and drive by the beautiful sea
sensory experience at Fuji-Q Highland. views of Enoshima Island.
Starts at 09:00 | Approx. duration 11 hours Starts at 08:00 | Approx. duration 9 hours Starts at 09:00 / Approx. duration 9 hours
Adult from $165 | Child from $82 Adult from $169 | Child from $129 Adult from $169 | Child from $135
NIKKO TOKYO SUMO GHILBI MUSEUM
WORLD TOURNAMENT & FILM
HERITAGE & TOKYO SIGHT- APPRECIATION
1-DAY TOUR SEEING TOUR TOUR
Starts at 09:00 Starts at 08:00 Starts at 10:15
Approx. 10 hour tour Approx. 10 hour tour Approx. 7 hour tour
Adult from $185 Adult from $209 Adult from $189
Child from $93 Child from $189 ©Yasufumi ©JNTO Child from $169
HALF DAY TOURS FROM TOKYO *Child prices are for children aged between 4-11
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TSUKIJI OUTER FISH MARKET SUMO MORNING TRAINING TOUR PUBLIC ROAD GO-KART TOUR
AND SUSHI WORKSHOP Experience a real Sumo training session. Have a fun time exploring the streets of
Want to try making your own sushi? On this tour, Instructed by your English-speaking guide, Tokyo on the actual road as you drive a Go-
you can experience hand-shaping and rolling learn the respect and witness the true Kart in cosplay of a popular character.
sushi, and of course, taste your own works of art. strength of a Sumo.
Before making sushi, enjoy the eclectic shops
around the outer area of the Tsukiji Fish Market.
Starts at 08:40 | Approx. duration 4 hours Starts at 07:30 | Approx. duration 3 hours Starts at 10:00 | Approx. duration 2-3 hours
Adult from $179 | Child from $162 Adult from $102 | Child from $102 Adult from $101
SHINJUKU TOKYO ANIMAL CAFÉ
NIGHT WALKING ROBOT SHOW FAST PASS IN
TOUR Starts at 15:20 HARAJUKU
Starts at 18:30 Approx. 2 hour tour Owl Garden opens at
Approx. 2-3 hour tour Adult from $89 10:00; Hedgehog Café
Adult from $82 Child from $89 opens at 11:00
Child from $73 Adult from $37
Child from $29
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