Transport

All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space

Guide

Expert English-speaking local guide

Accommodation

Day 1-4 Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai or similar - 4 stars Day 5 Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumikaor similar - 4 stars Day 6-8 Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae or similar - 4 stars Day 9 Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi or similar - 4 stars Day10 Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshimaor similar - 4 stars Day 11-13 okyu Stay Osaka Hommachi or similar - 4 stars Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added) Well screened Hotels Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room. Super nice location Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.

Meals

Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary This tour offers Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal food options on request. Simply let UME Travel know the food option that you prefer.

Insurance

Basic insurance is included on this tour. The policy comes into effect on arriving at the destination, at the start of the services with UME Travel and it expires when the circuit arranged by our company has ended.

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Optional

You have the option to enhance your tour with additional experiences, which come at an extra cost. Details for these optional activities will be included in your finalized travel documents.

Flights

International flights are not included

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Day 1 Arrival In Tokyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Tokyo

Flight to Japan. Upon your arrival in Tokyo, your driver shall welcome you to the country at the airport’s arrival hall and get you to your hotel via your own personal vehicle.

Accomodation：

Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai
Day 2 Tokyo Classic Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tokyo Classic Tour

You’ll begin your first day in Tokyo by embarking on a cruise aboard the futuristic cruise ship Emeraldas (approximately 70 minutes; tickets included), sailing from Azumabashi Bridge in Asakusa to Odaiba Seaside Park. As it crosses the Sumidagawa River, the ship’s roof transforms into a promenade deck, providing a breathtaking 360° view of the Port of Tokyo area.

Then, you’ll learn about the latest advancements in science and technology at Miraikan - the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation.

Afterward, you’ll wind down with a stroll at Odaiba Seaside Park, which offers splendid photo opportunities with attractions such as the Rainbow Bridge, a Statue of Liberty replica, and more, all overlooking Tokyo Bay.

Accomodation：

- Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 3 Tokyo Culinary Odyssey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tokyo Culinary Odyssey

Today, you’ll embark on a journey through the renowned Tsukiji Fish Market, a world-famous Japanese seafood market that not only offers fresh seafood but also an array of fruits, chicken, vegetables, and more

Experience the vibrant atmosphere and exceptional sushi in Shinjuku. You’ll enroll in a 3-hour group cooking class to master the art of crafting perfect sushi rolls, including nigiri, inari, hosomaki, and more.

Then, you’ll visit Tokyo`s oldest and most prominent temple, the majestic Senso-Ji. Steeped in tradition dating back over fourteen hundred years, Senso-Ji remains a cherished symbol of both Asakusa and Tokyo.

Then you’ll visit the Tokyo Skytree – a remarkable telecommunications tower standing proud at an astounding height of 634 meters! This iconic city landmark forms the epicenter of the Tokyo Skytree Town in the Sumida City ward near Asakusa. With its towering stature, the Skytree used to be the tallest building globally until 2019, and now ranks second. However, what sets this attraction apart are its massive shopping complexes and an impressive aquarium.

Accomodation：

- Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 4 Free Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Free Day

Today, you’ll have the opportunity to explore any part of Toky at your leisure. Some districts and attractions include Shinjuku, Shibuya, Akihabara, Tokyo Tower, and Ginza.

Accomodation：

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 5 West Lake Area
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

West Lake Area

Today you’ll visit the West Lake, and discover the charm of Japan’s unique thick-thatched roof cottages known as West Lake Village. Enjoy a glimpse of Mount Fuji in the distance, with the village offering a serene ambiance with murmuring books, singing birds, and blooming flowers.

Next, you’ll venture to Oshino Hakkai, a cluster of eight springs in the quaint village of Oshino within the Fuji Five Lake region. Renowned for its crystal-clear and drinkable spring water, sourced from porous layers of hardened lava.

You’ll also explore the stunning Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave, situated at the east entrance to the Aokigahara Jukai "sea of trees" forest in the Five Lakes area. Formed over 1150 years ago by the lava flow from Nagaoyama, a flank volcano of Mt. Fuji, this two-tunnel looping cave is open for visits year-round.

You’ll end the day at Arakurayama Sengen Park, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji and Fujiyoshida City, especially enchanting at night. In spring, cherry blossoms create a breathtaking scene around Arakura Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine and its pagoda, both nestled within the park.

Accomodation：

- Laforet Club Hakone Gora Yunosumika

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 6 From Hakone To Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

From Hakone To Kyoto

Hakone stands as the crown jewel of the Kanto region.

Our "Hakone Day Tour" invites you to Lake Ashino, where you’ll board the "Hakone Pirate Ship" for a scenic voyage, treating you to the breathtaking vistas of Mount Fuji and the serene lake. Then, you’ll hop aboard the Hakone Ropeway for a mesmerizing ride to Owakudani.

Owakudani, a remnant of a volcanic eruption 4,000 years ago, still showcases bursts of white smoke and the unmistakable scent of sulfur. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase the area’s legendary black jade, believed to extend life. It’s said that consuming one can add seven more years to your life!

Finally, you’ll venture to Hakone’s Venetian Glass Museums. Both feature beautiful classic Venetian glasswork as well as modern pieces, which can be admired in both the Venetian Glass Museum and adjacent Modern Glass Museum, which are each divided by a scenic pond. The museum complex includes a medieval style garden, daily live canzone performances at the café’s open terrace, and glasswork workshops you can join to learn more about the art form.

Then you’ll take a Shinkansen (Bullet Train) from Odawara to Kyoto.

Accomodation：

- Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 7 Kyoto’S Timeless Treasures |
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto’S Timeless Treasures |

You’ll begin your day with a trip to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Founded in 778, Kiyomizu-temple is one of Kyoto’s oldest monasteries and was added to the World Heritage List in 1994. The Shimizu stage hanging in front of this hall is a precious cultural relic of Japan, surrounded by green trees. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, which is one of the famous places for appreciating cherry blossoms in Kyoto. In autumn, it becomes a holy place for appreciating maple trees.

Then, you’ll head to the enchanting Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion). With its gleaming gold tiers reflected in the lake below and a backdrop of forests and twisted pines dating back to the 14th century, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Kyoto’s most popular attractions and among Japan’s most visited temples.

Finally, you’ll conclude your day with a visit to the majestic Nijo Castle. Built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of the first shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate, it stands as a testament to Japan’s feudal era. Its palace buildings showcase the finest examples of castle palace architecture.

Accomodation：

- Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 8 Kyoto’S Serene Sights
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto’S Serene Sights

Filled with over 1000 years of history and culture, Arashiyama has remained a popular destination while keeping its pristine natural beauty. In a half-day walking tour, you’ll visit many stunning historical attractions like Tenryuji Temple, recognized for its sprawling gardens and stunning views, the towering stalks of the Sagano Bamboo Forest, and finally the Togetsukyo Bridge.

You’ll get to these destinations by hopping aboard the Sagano Scenic Railway. This train journey along the Hozugawa River, guided by an old-fashioned engine, promises a leisurely and scenic route.

Then, you’ll check out Okochi-Sanso Villa, one of Kyoto’s most stunning building complexes. The main house here is one of the finest examples of traditional Japanese residential architecture anywhere, and you even a free cup of macha at the teahouse along with your ticket.

Finally, you’ll relax and unwind at with a Kimono and Tea Ceremony. You’ll don traditional kimonos during and be guided through the tea ceremony guided by an expert tea master. You’ll gain insights into the history, etiquette, and significance of the ceremony, and participate in making matcha green tea under their guidance.

Accomodation：

- Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-ekimae

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 9 Kyoto And Nara Highlights
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto And Nara Highlights

We’ll visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, the headquarters of some 30,000 Inari shrines around the country, with a history tracing back to the 8th century.

Then, we’ll take you down to the town of Uji, famous for its high-quality macha tea and the earliest place where green tea was first cultivated in Japan.

Afterwards, we’ll head to Nara Park which houses over 1,200 roaming deer which have become a natural treasure, concluding today’s tour at Tōdai-ji Temple, a splendorous temple complex and World Heritage site known to be one of the Japan’s Seven Great Temples.

Accomodation：

- Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 10 Explore Hiroshima’S History And Memorials
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore Hiroshima’S History And Memorials

Today you’ll have a English-Speaking tour guide to accompany you on a journey to Hiroshima via a one-way bullet train and public transportation.

You’ll then visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, the last standing remnant of the original Hiroshima when it was bombed.

Then, you’ll take a stroll around Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park (Heiwa Kinen Kōen) nearby, one of the most prominent attractions in the city, which covers over 120,000 square meters of land. Its trees, lawns, and walking paths are in stark contrast to the surrounding downtown area.

Then, you’ll end the day at Hiroshima Castle. Also known as Carp Castle, was originally built in the 1590s before then being destroyed in the bombing. It was rebuilt in 1958 and since then has served as a museum of Hiroshima’s history before World War II.

Accomodation：

- Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 11 Miyajima Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Miyajima Island

Itsukushima, also known as Miyajima, is an island filled with grand forests, temples and wild deer, make for a beloved tourist spot. In the day the deer mingle with the tourists and sleep along the walking paths in the evening.

You’ll visit the centuries-old Itsukushima Shrine (Itsukushima Jinja), the source of both the island’s fame and its name: Miyajima literally means "shrine island" in Japanese. The shrine is known worldwide for its iconic "floating" torii gate, as the gate looks as if it floats when the tide comes in and the waters completely cover the ground.

Accomodation：

-Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 12 Osaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Osaka

Today you’ll visit the historic and splendorous Osaka Castle Park, getting a firsthand glimpse into what life was like as a member of the shogunate class.

In Asakusa, you’ll engage in a ninja themed experience, guided by a friendly instructor who’ll imparting skills such as Shuriken throwing and more!

Then, go on a Street Food tour with an English-speaking tour guide. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor over 10 diverse and delectable flavors, including Takoyaki, Shioyaki, Kobe Beef, Okonomiyaki, Yakitori, Taiyaki, Yakisoba, Ikayaki, and more!

Accomodation：

-Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 13 Free Day In Osaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Free Day In Osaka

Free Day. Unwind at your hotel or make your own arrangements.

Accomodation：

-Tokyu Stay Osaka Hommachi

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 14 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

Enjoy your final day in Japan until your guide arrives to escort you to the airport for your departing flight.

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Itinerary of your trip 14 Days Japan Essential Family Tour (Private Guide & Driver

Arrival In Tokyo

Tokyo Classic Tour

Tokyo Culinary Odyssey

Free Day

West Lake Area

From Hakone To Kyoto

Kyoto’S Timeless Treasures |

Kyoto’S Serene Sights

Kyoto And Nara Highlights

Explore Hiroshima’S History And Memorials

Miyajima Island

Osaka

Free Day In Osaka

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