See Japan in 2024! Springtime is possibly one of the best times to visit Japan, when cherry blossom trees come out in full bloom across the nation. Take in the highlights, visit some of the country’s most beautiful gardens, witness the famous Spring Geisha Dances in Kyoto, enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and sample the crop (if you dare) at Japan’s oldest Wasabi Farm.
Tour Highlights
- Tokyo – Cruise along the Sumida River, see the cherry blossoms in bloom in Hama-rikyu Gardens, Sensoji Temple, Meiji Shrine and Shibuya Crossing
- Matsumoto – Matsumoto Castle – One of the few original and complete castles in Japan, giving a real sense of ancient Japan and how the Samurai used to live and fight
- Daio Wasabi Farm – Taste this unique delicacy and enjoy the spectacular scenery
- Takayama – Ancient town famed for its narrow streets lined with inns, tea houses, shops and merchant houses. And visit a traditional Hida village on the outskirts of town
- Kanazawa – Traditional tea ceremony and see the cherry blossoms at Kenrokuen – one of the best and most beautiful feudal lords’ gardens in Japan
- Stay in a traditional ryokan – Sampling Japanese hospitality, bathing in natural hot springs and wear a Samue (casual Kimono)
- Kyoto – Explore the UNESCO Listed ancient and cultural capital of Japan. Visit Nijo Castle, Sanjusagen-do Temple and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
- Kyoto – Walking tour of Gion Geisha District and watch the beautiful Miyako Odari (Spring Geisha Dances)
- Hiroshima – Peace Park, Peace Memorial Museum, UNESCO Listed A-Bomb Dome
- Hakone – Fuji Hakone National Park offering incredible views of the snow-capped Mt Fuji. Explore the region and travel aboard mountain bus, switchback railway, boats and cable cars.