We will take you to places where local people usually gather where no foreigners are seen. You will be provided a lot of information, such as Japanese night life, local food/drink, and more information about Japanese cultures and traditions!
You will visit local Izakaya bars, which include those on street seating, standing bars, small squeezing bars, etc. These bars are usually located on backstreets and not listed on sightseeing guidebook. They do not have English menu or English speaking person, but in this program, the guide will order local tasty Japanese dishes for you and explain about it.
We will take you to non-touristy spots where foreigners are hardly seen, although these are located in Tokyo!
This is a perfect opportunity to learn local tradition, culture, and food, and will definitely be an unforgettable experience!
One of the oldest cities in Japan, Uji is a historical gem famous for its green tea production.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Experience an authentic tea ceremony
* Walk over a bridge that has featured in literature and paintings
* Admire one of few surviving temples from the Heian era
Departing from Kyoto we travel by JR Special Rapid Service or Rapid Service to Uji, a city that holds an intriguing history and was the setting for the final chapters of ‘The Tale of Genji’. We firstly take you to admire Uji Bridge, one of the oldest bridges in Japan which is thought to have originally been built in the 7th century. Absorb the arresting views of the mountains from the bridge and learn about how this city thrived on its location by the banks of Uji-gawa River.
Stroll around Nakanoshima Park, built on a sandbar in the middle of the river and take a tea break to experience the ceremony at an authentic tea house, Taiho-an. Afterwards we make our way to the temple that puts Uji on the map: Byodo-in. The temple is a stunning example of Buddhist Pure Land (Jodo) architecture built near the end of the Heian era. It houses a Buddha statue and an image of the Phoenix Hall even features on the 10 yen coin. Enjoy a tour around the temple and its equally beautiful gardens before returning to Kyoto.
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Reserva ya tu asiento para un espectáculo nocturno de lo más innovador y surrealista en el que no faltarán robots, luces de neón y música dance.
Destacamos
- Una inquietante fusión de cultura japonesa y robots
- Vive una noche divertida, enérgica y extravagante
- Ninjas, robots, bailarinas, dinosaurio y mucho más en el escenario
Robot Restaurant, uno de los restaurantes temáticos más famosos de la ciudad, abre sus puertas para que puedas disfrutar de un sorprendente espectáculo en directo.
Música, danza y tecnología se fusionan en una singular función protagonizada por dinosaurios, ninjas, robots, pandas gigantes y bailarinas con llamativos vestidos que se mueven al ritmo de música tecno y el sonido de los tambores taiko. Déjate sorprender por fascinantes coreografías y los efectos de las luces de neón sobre el escenario. Al terminar el show, estarás contento de haber vivido una experiencia sensorial única.
No te pierdas un “imprescindible” de la capital que ya ha cautivado a millones de visitantes.
Enjoy buffet dinner and Oiran show on the water, and beautiful neon of Tokyo! You will ride on the uniquely designed cruiser and the boat will cruise Tokyo bay where you will see beautiful neon of the city from the water. During dinner, there will be an entertaining Oiran show where you can enjoy Japanese traditional culture. and all-you-can-drink & Buffet.
Oiran Show.
The performer group is comprised of performers of the Shiki (Four Seasons) company and produced by the best performers and creators that guests can view up-close. In addition to song and dance, the casts greet guests as they board the ship, and work to make the occasion memorable by joining in toasts and taking photos with guests.
The performance is a blend of several traditional Japanese styles of dance, including Kabuki-style and courtesan-style, which can be enjoyed year-round. The performances are audience-participatory and can be enjoyed for sightseeing groups, social parties, wedding parties, school trips, and by young and old, men and women, as well as by people of all nationalities.
Japan Railway Pass is THE best way to travel within Japan. Enjoy unlimited rides on most of the Japan Railway trains and you can use many of the Japan Railway bus services as well. Ride the famous Bullet Train Shinkansen! The Japan Rail Pass is offered in 7, 14, or 21 days with choice of Ordinary or Green class. All deliveries will be sent to you by DHL International.
The Green Class Car includes: luxurious and large seating, more space between seats, carpeted floors and a hot towel service.
The Ordinary Class includes: clean and comfortable seating, casual and relaxing, great for families.
Japan Railway Pass is THE best way to travel within Japan. Enjoy unlimited rides on most of the Japan Railway trains and you can use many of the Japan Railway bus services as well. Ride the famous Bullet Train Shinkansen! The Japan Rail Pass is offered in 7, 14, or 21 days with choice of Ordinary or Green class. All deliveries will be sent to you by DHL International.
The Green Class Car includes: luxurious and large seating, more space between seats, carpeted floors and a hot towel service.
The Ordinary Class includes: clean and comfortable seating, casual and relaxing, great for families.
Tokyo Disneyland is the place where all your childhood fantasies and dreams really come true. Begin your journey with hotel pick - up transfer and head to Tokyo Disneyland. Explore the 7 themed of Tokyo's magical Disneyland and extraordinary shows.
After an eventful day, board your transfer and transfer you back to your hotel.
Discover the history and religions of ancient Japan's capital of Kyoto and Nara. See Arashiyama, Todai-jiTemple & Nara Park, Kobe MOSAIC. This tour is all about the most famous spots that a traveller should visit at least once.
Begin your excursion in the morning at Arashiyama, notable for its view of cherry blossoms and colour of Autumn leaves and Togetsukyo bridge which spans across Katsura river is a central landmark and the most highly recommended spot is the Sagano Bamboo Forest!
Walk a pleasantly cool 100m long walkway that begins from the side of the world heritage Tenryuji Temple. Spotted in the bamboo forest. The large ""Okame-Ishi"" rock is a famous power spot, and is said your wish will come true within a year if you rub the rock. Pause your tour for lunch, The Randen (Keifuku) Line from Arashiyama to Shijo Omiya, after than bus will pick you up at station. Move on next to Nara Park, you’ll find Todai-ji Temple a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The main gate to Todai-ji Temple is a national treasure and the Great Buddha of Nara which commonly known as Nara-no-Daibutsu. Finish your excursion at Nara’s Deer Park, a famous section of Nara Park. Last but not least, Transfer to Kobe Mosaic to have dinner, Kobe Mosaic is a popular shopping mall with beautiful scenic views of the city of Kobe. Set on the port side with panoramic views of the Port Tower of Kobe.
A city of over 1,000 Buddhist temples, come and discover Japan’s former ancient capital with a morning tour from Osaka.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Entry to the Imperial Palace without prior application
* See Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing spots in just one morning
* Admire the city’s most important palaces and temples
Hop aboard the train from Osaka to Kyoto for a morning discovering the sights and sounds of Kyoto. Arrive in the former ancient capital to begin a tour of the many temples and palaces that adorn the city.
We start at the World Heritage Nijo Castle whose flamboyant style and sublime gardens are bound to impress. Then head to the striking Kinkaku-ji Temple, known as the Golden Pavilion for its sparkling golden exterior as well as its spectacular setting surrounded by a lake. Finish your whirlwind tour of Kyoto by visiting the former ruling palace of the Emperor of Japan: Kyoto Imperial Palace. Entry to the palace for international visitors generally requires application in advance, but participants of this tour can enter only by going through a brief procedure. If you join the tour on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, instead of the palace we visit Kitano Tenmangu Shrine which was built in 947 as a shrine to bureaucrat, scholar and poet Sugawara no Michizane. The shrine is especially spectacular during the plum blossom and autumn leaf seasons.
After a jam-packed morning of sightseeing, we return to Osaka by JR Special Rapid Service or Rapid Service.
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Step foot in Tokyo’s most fashionable neighbourhood to explore the high streets and back streets of Harajuku.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Stroll through Japan’s fashion capital with a guide
* See and explore unique shops as well as shops owned by fashion artists
* Enjoy a delicious local delicacy along the way
We make our way to Harajuku by JR Line, where once we have arrived in Tokyo’s bustling shopping district; your guide will take you to the hot spots not to be missed. First on the agenda is Takeshita Street, where row upon row of shops line the street filled with busy shoppers. Visit the Daiso 100 Yen Shop, Tokyo’s largest shop of its kind, before making our way to Cat Street – the home of Tokyo’s vibrant street fashion and youth culture.
Next is the incredible Omotesando Hills, the city’s shopping hub with over 130 shops, situated along Omotesando; dubbed the Champs-Elysées of Tokyo. The tour also visits the famous Kiddy Land Harajuku and Jingumae Intersection before finally arriving back at Harajuku Station. What’s more, the tour includes a delicious Harajuku crepe, a local delicacy, along the way which you can choose on the day of the tour.
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