Japan: Land of the Rising Sun
Treat your group to the treasures of Japan’s past and present, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the ancient temples of Kyoto. Stroll through sacred shrines, see the Great Buddha in Kamakura, and catch a glimpse of majestic Mount Fuji. Engross yourself in the STEM-filled world of Akihabara. Feast on an authentic tempura dinner, and enjoy a special overnight stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan, an amazing cultural and learning experience for every girl.
The physical rating of this program is: Light: 1 (out of 3)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of Tokyo
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Ginza District
- Imperial Palace Plaza
- Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku District
Visit the Meiji Shinto Shrine
Take a guided tour of Akihabara
Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple
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Day 4: Tokyo
Take a walking tour of Shibuya
Visit the Technology Showroom
Participate in a cultural activity:
Possible activities could include:
- Meeting Japanese students
- Origami class
Learn about sumo wrestling
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tokyo Disney
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Day 5: Kamakura • Hakone
Travel to Kamakura
See the Great Buddha
Visit the Hachimangu Shrine
Travel to Hakone
Spend the night in a traditional Japanese ryokan
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Day 6: Hakone • Kyoto
Enjoy free time in Owakudani
Take a tour of Hakone National Park
Take a cruise on Lake Hakone
Ride a cable car up Mount Komagatake
Stop for a photo at Odawara Castle
Travel by bullet train to Kyoto
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Day 7: Kyoto
Take a guided tour of Kyoto
Visit Nijo Castle
Visit the Gold Pavilion
Enjoy a Kimono Show
Visit Inari Taisha Shrine
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Day 8: Kyoto
Take a guided tour of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Add this in-depth excursion:
Nara
Explore one of Japan’s ancient capitals on your half-day guided excursion. Visit the Todaji Temple and see the Daibutsu, the world’s largest bronze Buddha. Walk through the wooded Nara Park, known as “Deer Park” because of its four-legged inhabitants. Just outside the park, visit Kasuga Shrine, one of the country’s most famous Shinto shrines. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Kyoto • Hiroshima
Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima
Take an excursion to Miyajima Park
Visit Itsukushima Shrine
Take a guided tour of Hiroshima
With your expert local guide you will see:- Atomic Bomb Dome
Visit the Peace Memorial Museum
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Day 10: Osaka
Visit Himeji Castle
Travel to Osaka
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of Tokyo
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Ginza District
- Imperial Palace Plaza
- Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku District
Visit the Meiji Shinto Shrine
Take a guided tour of Akihabara
Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple
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Day 4: Tokyo
Take a walking tour of Shibuya
Visit the Technology Showroom
Participate in a cultural activity:
Possible activities could include:
- Meeting Japanese students
- Origami class
Learn about sumo wrestling
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tokyo Disney
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Day 5: Kamakura • Hakone
Travel to Kamakura
See the Great Buddha
Visit the Hachimangu Shrine
Travel to Hakone
Spend the night in a traditional Japanese ryokan
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Day 6: Hakone • Kyoto
Enjoy free time in Owakudani
Take a tour of Hakone National Park
Take a cruise on Lake Hakone
Ride a cable car up Mount Komagatake
Stop for a photo at Odawara Castle
Travel by bullet train to Kyoto
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Day 7: Kyoto
Take a guided tour of Kyoto
Visit Nijo Castle
Visit the Gold Pavilion
Enjoy a Kimono Show
Visit Inari Taisha Shrine
-
Day 8: Kyoto
Take a guided tour of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Add this in-depth excursion:
Nara
Explore one of Japan’s ancient capitals on your half-day guided excursion. Visit the Todaji Temple and see the Daibutsu, the world’s largest bronze Buddha. Walk through the wooded Nara Park, known as “Deer Park” because of its four-legged inhabitants. Just outside the park, visit Kasuga Shrine, one of the country’s most famous Shinto shrines. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Kyoto • Hiroshima
Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima
Take an excursion to Miyajima Park
Visit Itsukushima Shrine
Take a guided tour of Hiroshima
With your expert local guide you will see:- Atomic Bomb Dome
Visit the Peace Memorial Museum
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Day 10: Osaka
Visit Himeji Castle
Travel to Osaka
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Day 11: Depart for home
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Bullet train
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed guides
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Entrances
Meiji Shinto Shrine; Asakusa Kannon Temple; Hachimangu Shrine; Lake Hakone cruise; Mount Komagatake Ropeway; Nijo Castle; Gold Pavilion; Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine; Nara; Dotonbori Canal street food tasting; with extension: Itsukushima Shrine; Peace Memorial Museum; Himeji Castle
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
