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Why choose a Small Group Tour?

Small group tours are one of the best ways to appreciate Japan. Accommodation, transport, most meals and activities are pre-selected and professionally arranged to give travelers a sense of security and ease.

At the same time, it allows you to develop intimate relationships with guides, fellow travelers and local people as well as to enjoy some spontaneous encounters. 

In addition, our Small Group Tours give you unique access to exclusive Japanese experiences. Each Small Group Tour in Japan is individually crafted around a theme whether it is cherry blossom or Japanese food or a Festival.

By limiting the Small Group tours to 8 people, it is easier to move around, you can go to places where large busses can’t get to. Some of the best restaurants and artisan’s workshops in Japan are limited to just a couple of hand-fulls of people at a time – They are just right for small group tours!

Small Group tour in Japan

Looking for something custom fit to you?

Do you have a specific time for travel, a group you want to travel with, or special needs and wishes for your trip to Japan? We can create a unique Private Tour for you. 

Or you can take one of our Model Itineraries as is, or combine or modify it to suit your needs. There are some great Extension Itineraries available too, and they can also be added before or after joining our Small Group Tours.

My Garden and Art Tour of Japan in Autumn with Journey to the East in early November 2022 was first class. Excellent and diverse itinerary, English speaking guides who are very knowledgeable and helpful, comfortable western style accommodation, great Japanese food with some French and Italian influences and everything went like clock work. The gardens in autumn awash with colours and the museums and art works are simply stunning. Loved Naoshima and Mt Fuji was spectacular. Cannot fault this tour or Journey to the East – great and memorable experience.

5/5
Trip date: November 2022

Roslynne Hansen

NSW, Australia

We have travelled with JTTE on two occasions and felt we had ben immersed in Japanese culture. At all times they were efficient, informative, and helpful. Both itineraries were varied and interesting and the guides were amazing. I would highly recommend a holiday with JTTE.

5/5
Trip date: March 2023

Robert Steele

NSW Australia

Journey to the east takes care of their customers. They choose accommodation carefully and I couldn’t fault their excellent coordination and planning. Thank you. I want to go back to Japan and it will be with them.

4/5
Trip date: March 2023

Valerie Thompson

NSW, Australia

The team at Journey to the East provide an exceptional experience for those wishing to enjoy the customs, culture, cuisine and curiosity that is to be found in Japan.

5/5
Trip date: March 2023

David Lyon

Western Australia

I would never go back to Japan without using Journey to the East and I wish they arranged travel in 100 more countries. Highly recommend.

5/5
Trip date: December

Kristen Caverly

USA

The tour exceeded our expectations in every way and we would recommend it to anyone who wishes to experience a White Christmas. Although we were away from home, we still experienced the Christmas spirit through all the beautiful illuminations, decorations, snow, and most of all the wonderful Christmas Eve dinner in an amazing location with fantastic food. A special Christmas that we will always remember!

5/5
Trip date: December 2023

Judy Leigh

Victoria, Australia

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