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Upon arrival, our team will guide you to Tokyo. Tokyo blends ancient temples with futuristic skyscrapers. Its streets buzz with energy, from trendy youth in Harajuku to professionals in Shinjuku. In spring, cherry blossoms offer tranquility, while street food tempts with takoyaki and yakitori. The city seamlessly combines tradition and innovation.

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City Tour

After breakfast, you'll meet your guide for a tour of Tokyo's rich art scene. Choose between TeamLab Borderless, where virtual reality and art merge in a dreamlike landscape, or Studio Ghibli, the renowned animation studio known for films like &ldquo;My Neighbor Totoro&rdquo; and &ldquo;Spirited Away.&rdquo; You'll also visit the Yayoi Kusama Museum, dedicated to her innovative art since 2017. After exploring, you'll return to your hotel.

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Art Visit

Today, dive into the lively Tsukiji Fish Market, once the largest seafood market globally. The outer market offers an exciting journey with its twisting lanes and diverse products like dried foods, seasonings, and kitchen utensils.
Conclude your morning at the stunning Imperial Palace Plaza, part of the palace complex for the imperial family. As the day unfolds, explore Asakusa, Tokyo's historic district, uncovering the oldest Geisha district and visiting Sensoji Temple, the city's oldest Buddhist temple.

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Tsukiji Fish Market - Imperial Palace Plaza - Asakusa

Aman Tokyo

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Aman Tokyo, situated in the Otemachi Tower, embodies a unique blend of metropolitan energy and serene tranquility. The hotel's design takes inspiration from Japanese aesthetics, featuring ikebana arrangements, washi paper doors, and engawa platforms. The expansive lobby, ryokan-style accommodations, and Aman Spa are among the most spacious in the city, providing a distinctive experience for guests.

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Hoshinoya Tokyo

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A high-rise ryokan that is deeply rooted in Tokyo's feudal past. Traditional Japanese design and customs blend seamlessly with contemporary comforts in this dramatic evolution of the classic Japanese inn. Every floor functions as a private ryokan composed of six rooms, and an ochanoma—or traditional lounge—seamlessly connected via a tatami-matted corridor.

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You'll stay at Gora Kadan, located in the charming town of Gora, Hakone. You'll meet your guide for a private car tour of Hakone. First stop: the Hakone Checkpoint, a reconstructed Edo Period site. Your guide will share its history and take you through the museum, followed by a stroll along Cedar Avenue. Then, head to Mt. Komagatake's base for a gondola ride, with chances of spotting Mt. Fuji on clear days.

Explore Hakone

Gora Kadan

Gora Kadan is located on the grounds of Kan’in-no-miya Villa,
the former summer villa of a member of the Imperial Family in the town of Gora in Hakone.
In this villa, which blends Japanese tradition along with modern design elements,
we offer hot spring waters that flow freely from the source
and an authentic kaiseki cuisine prepared with strictly selected seasonal ingredients.
We hope you will enjoy a blissful moment in a traditional Japanese atmosphere at Gora Kadan.

Check-out from Gora Kadan, our team will escort you to the Odawara Train Station, where you'll travel to Nagoya by train. Arrived at Nagoya, our team will pick you up for the trip to Ise-Shima National Park.
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Ise-shima National Park, located on the Shima Peninsula in Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems featuring lush forests, serene coastal areas, and picturesque islands. A highlight is Ago Bay, famous for its pearl farming and dotted with islands, offering breathtaking views.
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Your stay at Amanemu, set high above Ago Bay within a vibrant forest, provides a tranquil retreat amidst nature&rsquo;s beauty. The park is perfect for hikers and home to sacred Shinto shrines and a unique community of pearl fishers and ama freedivers.&nbsp;
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During your stay, you'll experience lunch experience with the local Ama. In the Ise-Shima region, there are approximately 1,000 professional female shellfish divers known as &ldquo;Ama.&rdquo; Traditionally, these divers plunge into the sea without using any modern diving equipment, such as oxygen tanks. Their fishing practices boast a rich history, with roots that can be traced back through ancient records.
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The term &ldquo;Amagoya&rdquo; refers to a shelter where Ama divers rest and enjoy the company of their fellow divers after a day of diving. Savour the exquisite taste of char-grilled with a lunch experience inside the Ama hut - Satoumian, locally sourced seafood while listening to captivating stories shared by the spirited and cheerful Ama divers clad in their traditional white diving attire.

Stay at Amanemu and Explore the Surroundings

Amanemu

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Amanemu is a ryokan-inspired onsen resort located in Ise-Shima beside Ago Bay. The resort offers a peaceful sanctuary with mineral-rich hot springs, ancient pilgrim trails, and a stunning coastline. The 24 suites, measuring 99 square meters, each come with a private onsen and generous terraces while the villas have two bedrooms spread across 366 square meters, featuring natural materials and soothing hues.

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Upon check-out from Amanemu, our team will be there to take you to Kyoto. Kyoto, a city steeped in history and culture, is renowned for its breathtaking temples, traditional gardens, and lively festivals. As Japan's former capital, it provides a window into the past with its well-preserved architecture and time-honored traditions.

Imperial Capital

After breakfast, you head out to explore Kyoto, starting with the Golden Temple (Kinkaku-ji). Once a villa for the Saionji family, it became the Golden Pavilion (Rokuonji) in the 16th century.
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Next, visit the serene Sagano Bamboo Forest for a bike ride or a guided walk. Then, see the captivating Tenryuji Temple, built in 1339 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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In Arashiyama, you&rsquo;ll find the Togetsukyo Bridge, or &ldquo;Moon Crossing Bridge,&rdquo; from the Heian period. Before returning to your hotel, enjoy origami or calligraphy. After a day of sights, you&rsquo;ll head back.

Begin your journey by departing from the hotel in a private vehicle. In the afternoon, meet your host at Daitokuji, a Zen complex with hidden temples. Explore one temple, admire its Zen rock garden, and discuss the temple's history and the role of tea in Zen monks' lives. Visit your host&rsquo;s traditional wooden home for a tea ceremony, where you'll learn about matcha preparation and appreciate the experience and flavors. Your host aims to connect guests with the essence of tea, sharing details about the charcoal and handcrafted teacups, making the experience unique.

Tea Ceremony

Our team will pick you up and escort you to the Kansai International Airport in Osaka, for your next flight.

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Farewell

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

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The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto is a luxury urban resort situated along the Kamogawa river with stunning views of the river and Higashiyama mountains. The hotel offers 134 guest rooms with traditional Japanese motifs, four restaurants and bars, and a spa. Activities offered include temple chanting and bicycle tours, and the hotel is popular among affluent visitors to Kyoto.

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Park Hyatt Kyoto

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Park Hyatt Kyoto is a unique hillside guesthouse in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto, with a close partnership with Kyoyamato, a family-run restaurant. It blends the essence of Kyoto's artistic beauty and spirituality with the refinement and sophistication of the Park Hyatt brand. The guesthouse's architectural brilliance is a blend of modern and traditional hospitality, situated amidst iconic landmarks, spiritual gardens, and the four seasons of nature.

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Japan Cultural Journey; Tokyo to Kyoto [Sample Itinerary].pdf

Japan Cultural Journey; Tokyo to Kyoto

Tokyo

Hakone

Ise-Shima National Park

Kyoto

Tokyo dazzles with its neon skyline and bustling streets where tradition meets modernity. From the serene Imperial Palace gardens to Harajuku's eclectic fashion scene, every corner reflects the city's dynamic spirit.

In contrast, Hakone invites relaxation amidst natural beauty. Known for hot springs and Mount Fuji views, it offers an urban escape. The Hakone Ropeway provides breathtaking vistas, while a Lake Ashi cruise creates postcard-perfect memories.

The journey continues to Ise-Shima, home to the sacred Ise Jingu, one of Japan's revered Shinto shrines. The region's coastline, with pearl farms and fishing villages, showcases Japan's maritime heritage.

Finally, Kyoto, the heart of Japan's cultural legacy, enchants with historic temples, gardens, and tea ceremonies. Walking through Gion or exploring Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, transports visitors to a world where history and beauty converge.

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Tokyo

Aman Tokyo

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City Tour

Art Visit

Tsukiji Fish Market - Imperial Palace Plaza - Asakusa

Flights and Transfers

Hakone

Gora Kadan

Explore Hakone

Flights and Transfers

Ise-Shima National Park

Amanemu

Stay at Amanemu and Explore the Surroundings

Flights and Transfers

Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Park Hyatt Kyoto

Imperial Capital

City Tour

Tea Ceremony

Farewell

Flights and Transfers

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