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Our Signature tours offer the most comprehensive cultural exposure.
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Our Discovery tours provide up-and-close encounters with traditional life and natural landscapes into the more remote regions of Japan.
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With a focus on comfort and ease, our Comfort tours deliver an authentic experience with a few extra creature comforts to make for a more relaxed and supported trip.
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3 day tour
3 Days in Hiroshima and Miyajima
Hiroshima and Miyajima are sometimes visited as a day trip from Kyoto or Osaka. However, this area has so much more than meets the eye. Take this Extension Model Itinerary of Hiroshima and Miyajima, and explore these most captivating areas of Japan at a slower pace. Discover its ancient and modern history and culture.
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4 day tour
4-Day Walking Tour of Kumano Kodo
A sample itinerary for a walking tour of Kumano Kodo packed full with authentic and spiritual experiences. It is fully customisable for your fitness and preferences, and great as an add-on to your group tour or private tour.
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3 day tour
3-Day Walking Tour of Nakasendo
This sample itinerary can be modified to include a private guide, to shorten or extend the walks or to replace with different style accommodation. Leave it to us to arrange them all, and enjoy the historical walk in your own way.
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3 day tour
3 Days in Nikko
Visiting Nikko will certainly add more depth into your understanding of Japanese history and spirituality. Nikko is one of the richest places culturally and naturally in Japan. It is sure to leave a strong impression on any visitors.
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2 day tour
2 Days in Kawaguchiko
Mt Fuji is a symbol of Japan, and seeing it up close is definitely a highlight of anyone’s trip to Japan. Kawaguchiko Lake is arguably the best spot to see the magnificent mountain in full view. And, there are so many other attractions there that await you.
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5 day tour
5 Days in Kinosaki and Northern Kyoto
Want to spend a few extra nights after Kyoto? Why not give Kinosaki Onsen and Amanohashidate a go? They will blow you away!
Only two hours north of Kyoto, but these places are quieter, naturally beautiful and full of the charms of traditional lifestyles.
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Why travel with us
At Journey to the East we are committed to providing authentic and most memorable experiences in Japan – for both Small Group Tours and custom-built Private Tours. Whether it is your first visit or you have been several times to Japan, you will always find something new and have special experiences with Journey to the East. Our travel style is chosen to immerse you in the culture and landscape of the country and expose you to a rich variety of unique experiences.
We do this by taking you beyond the tourist hotspots to explore the lesser-known parts of Japan. Our tours are designed to strike the right balance between the classic highlights and local secrets, the urban and the rural, the historic and the contemporary, and in doing so, reveal the true heart of Japan.
With Journey to the East, you will have fun and be safe on your deeply rewarding journey through this endlessly fascinating country!
We are specialists that just handle tours within one country, Japan. Whether you are from the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand or beyond we meet you at the airport upon arrival into Japan and ensure a smooth and stress-free time in a foreign land.
Accommodation styles
Ryokans
Ryokans is a Japanese style accommodation, mostly consists of Japanese style rooms with tatami matt floor and futon bedding, and private ensuite. Some ryokans have a western style room with beds. A Japanese style room always has a low table and flat cushions to sit on, but the room may or may not have chairs. Most ryokans have an additional large public bath for guests and includes kaiseki style dinner. Breakfast can be Japanese style (rice, miso soup, fish etc.) or western style buffet.
Western Style Hotels
Size and standard vary from 5-star large international chains to regional small business hotels. Generally, in Japan twin rooms (two single beds) are more common than double rooms (one double bed), and some hotels in regional cities only have twin rooms. Room sizes are generally smaller in cities. Also beds and pillows tend to be firmer than those in western countries.
Minshuku
Size and standard vary from 5-star large international chains to regional small business hotels. Generally, in Japan twin rooms (two single beds) are more common than double rooms (one double bed), and some hotels in regional cities only have twin rooms. Room sizes are generally smaller in cities. Also beds and pillows tend to be firmer than those in western countries.
Shukubo (temple lodging)
The vast majority have Japanese style rooms and shared bathroom although there are limited number of temples with a western bedroom with ensuite. The stay at shukubo includes Buddhist vegetarian dinner and breakfast. Dinners are served early, around 5pm. They are run by monks, and facility and services are basic. Guests can attend morning service in the main hall.
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