** Tour Highlights ***
Tokyo Anime Fair- Studio Ghibli-Nakano Braodway-Akihabara-Tokyo Soramachi Jump Shop (Tokyo SkyTree)- Maid Cafe-Shibuya-Harajuku-Hakone Natl Park-Mt.Fuji-Japanese Ryokan Inn-Ninja Museum-Bullet Train Ride (Shinkansen)-Nara Great Buddha- Deer Park-Kyoto-Golden Pavilion-Kiyomizu Temple-Green Tea Ceremony-Osaka
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Experience the most popular Anime Fair in Tokyo and Japan at its most beautiful season with our 7nights Cherry Blossom Tour. At the fair, feel Japanese pop culture from different views then you will explore Nakano Broadway which is known by Otaku spot. Enjoy Japan’s beautiful cherry blossom viewing all along the way to ancient city of Kyoto from Tokyo. Major sightseeing spots are covered by pinky cherry blossoms. You will enjoy beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and see geographic activities in Hakone National Park, and visit UNESCO’S World Heritage Site in Kyoto. It will be a memorable experience for you.
Day 1:

Narita International Airport
Welcome to Tokyo, you are greeted by a tour guide who will escort you to the hotel.
**INFORMATION**
From Narita Airport to Narita Excel Hotel Tokyu - about 15 mins(Bus)
From Narita Airport to downtown hotel in Tokyo - about 90 mins(Bus)
From Haneda Airport to downtown hotel in Tokyo - about 30 mins(Bus)
Hotel Information:
Grand Pacific Le Daiba or similar

*Hotel Change* (from airport hotel to downtown hotel)
Hotel change fee of USD 50 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Narita Excel Hotel Tokyu to this property. Airport transfer is optional at USD 40 per person.
Located at Odaiba, the hotel offers amazing views. Enjoy the serene and eye catching structure of the hotel, similar to noble men's mansion.
* Free Shuttle Bus to/from Disneyland and Disneysea is available. (Advance reservation is required)
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Day 2: (Breakfast)

Morning
Tokyo Big Sight-International Anime Fair
Evening
Gundam Front Tokyo
Hotel
Enjoy one of the biggest Anime Events in Tokyo. Live and Talk Show programs of voice actors and artists
will be held on the stage. For buyers, there is a specific space which you can collect English information and
documents. You might be interested in checking Anime Bazaar where you can buy animation and rare
character goods. In evening we take you to Gundam Front Tokyo. One of the hot spots among Anime fans
since their open. You can experience the world of Gundam.
Hotel Information:
Grand Pacific Le Daiba or similar

*Hotel Change* (from airport hotel to downtown hotel)
Hotel change fee of USD 50 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Narita Excel Hotel Tokyu to this property. Airport transfer is optional at USD 40 per person.
Located at Odaiba, the hotel offers amazing views. Enjoy the serene and eye catching structure of the hotel, similar to noble men's mansion.
* Free Shuttle Bus to/from Disneyland and Disneysea is available. (Advance reservation is required)
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Day 3: (Breakfast / Lunch)

Morning
Ghibli Museum
Maid Cafe Experience
Nakano Broadway
Afternoon
Akiba Cultures Zone
Gee! Store Akiba
Evening
Hotel
We start today with visiting world famous Ghibli Museum, Mitaka. Hayao Miyazaki himself designed the
museum. You can witness work of studio Ghibli. Then having lunch at Maid Cafe on the way to Nakano
Broadway which is renowned as a gathering place for "Otaku" geeks from all over the world. Here you will
find countless anime DVDs and figure shops. Spending fan time at Nakano Broadway we will head to
Akihabara. This town is well known as electronics quarter but also called the Mecca of Otaku culture. You
are going to visit two particular shops. One is Akiba Cultures Zone. The building used to be Laox,
electronics department store, turned to Otaku department store. K-Books occupied the 1st & the 2nd
floors carry more than 120, 000 items included books, DVDs, novelties, figures you name it. Our last stop
today is Gee! store Akihabara the paradise of Anime costume enthusiasts.
Hotel Information:
The Prince Park Tower Tokyo or similar

Ranked 2nd best hotel in the world by Expedia. Luxurious and spacious guest rooms with panoramic views of Tokyo. Each room features a Jacuzzi bathtub and separate shower stall. In addition, every room is equipped with state-of-the-art technology,
*Hotel Change* (from airport hotel to downtown hotel)
Hotel change fee of $70 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Narita Airport to down town Tokyo. Airport transfer by airport limousine bus is optional at $35 per person.
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Day 4: (Breakfast / Lunch)

Morning
The Tokyo Sky Tree
Asakusa
Sumida River Cruise
Hamarikyu Garden
Afternoon
Tsukiji Fish Outer Market
Imperial Palace Plaza
Shibuya & Harajuku
Evening
Hotel
A full day Tokyo sightseeing tour starts at Tokyo Skytree a brand new landmark of Tokyo. The world's tallest
free standing broadcasting tower It stands a total of 2, 080 feet high. followed by visiting Asakusa a
traditional face of Tokyo included Sensoji Temple and Big Lantern. Asakusa is located by the Sumida river
we are going to cruise heading to Tokyo Bay. Sights along the way include the 12 bridges of Sumida,
traditional neighborhoods of old Edo, the unique Asahi Beer Building and the destination beautiful
Hamarikyu Garden. This garden used to be a private property of Tokugawa Feudal Lord. Next stop is Tsukiji
Fish Outer Market you can buy sorts of food related goods, knives, vegetables and fish. We will continue
our tour to Imperial Palace Plaza, the former site of Edo Castle and now it is the residence of Japan's Royal
Family.
Hotel Information:
The Prince Park Tower Tokyo or similar

Ranked 2nd best hotel in the world by Expedia. Luxurious and spacious guest rooms with panoramic views of Tokyo. Each room features a Jacuzzi bathtub and separate shower stall. In addition, every room is equipped with state-of-the-art technology,
*Hotel Change* (from airport hotel to downtown hotel)
Hotel change fee of $70 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Narita Airport to down town Tokyo. Airport transfer by airport limousine bus is optional at $35 per person.
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Day 5: (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Morning
Mt. Fuji
[Hakone]
Lake Ashi Cruise
Afternoon
Owakudani-Boiling Valley
Evening
Japanese Style Hotel
We shall begin today's tour by visiting Japan's most iconic symbol, the sacred Fuji-san (Mt. Fuji). Mt. Fuji is
with 3776 meters (12,388 ft.) which is the Japan's highest mountain. It is not surprising that the nearly
perfectly shaped volcano has been worshiped as a sacred mountain and experienced big popularity among
artists as well as everybody else. From Mt.Fuji we will continue our journey to Hakone, where we will take
a Lake Ashi Cruise and Hakone Ropeway to Owakudani, the area around a crater created during the last
eruption of Mount Hakone some 3000 years ago. Of course, the tour would not be complete without a
long, relaxing soak in the Onsen hot spring that have rejuvenated the Japanese for many centuries.
Hotel Information:
Hamanako Royal Hotel or similar

Guests can relax in the hot spring outdoor baths or gaze over the many views of Lake Hamana from their rooms.
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Day 6: (Breakfast / Lunch)

Morning
Bullet Train Ride Experience
Iga Ninja Museum
Afternoon
[Kyoto] Golden Pavilion
Kodaiji Temple-Tea Ceremony Experience
Evening
[Kyoto] Gion District
Hotel
After breakfast in the hotel, we will experience the "Bullet train" ride.Then we will visit the Iga Ninja
Museum. Ninjas were the spies of Japan's feudal ages, gathering information about the enemy and
conducting various other acts of espionage. The exhibition halls display ninja tools, gadgets, weapons as
well as a demonstration zone with spectacular shows featuring ninja skills with real weapons. We then
proceed to Nara, where the highlight is the Giant Buddha, who has sat in his meditative state for over 1000
years at Todai-ji. Then we will take a stroll through Deer Park where numerous deer roam freely.
Thereafter, we proceed to Kyoto, the ancient capital for over a thousand years. Tonight you are on your
own for dinner.
Hotel Information:
Kyoto New Miyako Hotel or similar

Directly across from Kyoto Station, the location is perfect for tourists. With easy access to great dining options and shopping experiences, the Kyoto New Miyako Hotel is in the heart of the city.
*Hotel Change*
Hotel change fee of $50 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Osaka-Kansai Airport to this property. Airport transfer is optional at $50 per person.
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Grand Prince Hotel Kyoto or similar

Its beautiful views of Takaragaike make Grand Prince Hotel a great choice for those touring Kyoto. The hotel features elegant banquet halls and even a Japanese garden.
Located next to Takaragaike with beautiful views every season, and Kyoto International Hall. It is easy to access popular tourist areas like Ohara, Kibune, or Kurama.
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Day 7: (Breakfast / Lunch)

Morning
Kiyomizu Temple
Nishijin Kimono Show
Afternoon
Sake Museum
[Nara] Todaiji Temple(Giant Buddha) & Deer park
Evening
Hotel
For our last day, we will begin with a morning visit to the Golden Pavilion followed by a trip to Kiyomizu
Temple, considered as one of the Japan's best-loved temple. The Kiyomizu Temple was founded in 780 AD.
Thereafter, we will visit Kodaiji Temple, famous for its Garden.After a dinner, we will visit Gion Geisha
District.
Hotel Information:
Nikko Kansai Airport Hotel or similar

The only hotel on the Kansai International Airport Island. We are directly connected to the airport and the railway station. In addition, as a resort hotel, we are popular.
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Sheraton Miyako Osaka Hotel or similar

*Hotel Change* (from airport hotel to downtown hotel)
Hotel change fee of $50 per person will apply for guest who wish to change first or last night hotel from Osaka-Kansai Airport to this property.
Located adjacent to 'Ue Hom Machi' station of the Kintetsu line and 'Tani machi 9' station. Easy access to any part of the city.
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Day 8: (Breakfast)

Your home town
or enjoy your extended stay
Sadly, your pleasant and memorable Japan Tour ends today. Fly home with cherished
memories or enjoy your extended stay in Japan or in Asian Cities.
**INFORMATION**
From Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport to KIX Airport - about 10 mins (Walk)
From downtown hotel in Osaka to KIX Airport - about 70 mins (Bus)
From downtown hotel in Osaka to ITM Airport - about 30 mins (Bus)
Hotel Information:
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Tour Highlights
- Tokyo International Anime Fair
- Nakano Broadway, Akihabara-Akiba Cultures Zone, Gee! Store Akiba, Maid Cafe Experience, The Tokyo Sky Tree, Gundam Front Tokyo
- Kyoto
Kinkakuji Temple-Golden Pavilion, Kodaiji Temple,Kiyomizu Temple, Gion Geisha District, Nishijin Textile Center-Kimono Show
- Nara
Todaiji Temple-Giant Buddha, Nara Deer Park
- Iga
Ninja Museum
- Hakone, Mt.Fuji, Atami
Lake Ashi Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Boiling Valley, Mt.Fuji Fifth Station (if weather permits), Visitor Center
- Tokyo
Tsukiji Fish Outer Market (except Sundays), Hamarikyu Garden, Sumida River Cruise, Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Imperial Palace Plaza, Odaiba, Shibuya & Harajuku
Land Only Tour Price Includes
- Accommodations, 6 nights Western & 1 night Japanese style Hotel
- 13 meals - Buffet Breakfast daily & variety of local Japanese delicacies
- All ground transportation during tour
- All admission fees as listed on itinerary
- Gratuities & Local Taxes during tour (no-hidden charges)
- Round-trip airport transfers to/from designated hotels (except for early arrival & late departure & hotel changed by request)
- Meet Assist Service will be available between 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Narita/Kansai Airport. (Itami Airport arrival, airport bus coupon will be provided for your transfer to downtown hotel.)
- Seamless service of English speaking tour guide during tour
Air-Inclusive Tour Package Includes
- All of the land-only tour package features
- International flights between US cities and Japan
- Tax (USD 98) & Fuel Surcharge (USD 576 as of 12/15/2011) applicable ONLY for Air Inclusive Tour participants from USA
(Please see Departure City Chart for add on air fare.)
Stop over, extension to Asian Destinations & Non US Departure
Special stop over rate for Hawaii & Okinawa available
Low cost add-on air fare to Asian destinations available
We arrange flights for non US departure customers
Not Included in the Tour Price
- Passports; visas and vaccinations; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection insurance; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature
Package prices are per person, based on double occupancy
(2 people sharing 1 room, single supplement USD 680, ask for triple occupancy discount)
Prices are subject to change without prior notice
Cancellation penalties and other conditions or restrictions may apply
*Tour schedule may change without prior notice.
Hotel Options [+]
Room Upgrade
- Room Upgrade to deluxe room is available at most hotels on this itinerary from $70/person
- Rates are per person based on double occupancy
- Please contact us for single or triple occupancy
Pre/Post Tour Hotels and Optional Tours or Extension to Asian Cities
We offer specially selected hotels in and near Osaka or Tokyo with special rates for your pre and/or post tour overnight. With a pre and/or post night you have the chance to start and end your holidays in a pleasant and comfortable way. You will be picked up at your hotel or can easily get to one of our pick-up-points on the day of your departure and being dropped off, respectively…
Pre/Post tour hotel rate (Includes tax & breakfast)
- Nikko Kansai Airport Hotel $140/person
- Kyoto New Miyako Hotel $140/person
- Grand Pacific Le Daiba $140/person
- Prince Park Tower $160/person
*Single supplement $100/night
Change of Hotel (Airport Area to Downtown Area)
We can arrange changing your hotel from airport area (ie. Narita Excel Hotel Tokyu or Nikko Kansai Airport Hotel) to downtown area (ie. Sheraton Miyako Osaka or Grand Pacific Le Daiba), so you can reach your favorite destination easier during pre/post stay.
*Hotel Change Fee: $50
Optional Tour List [+]