Japan Family Holiday

Overview

Round up the kids and embark on an adventure through the 'Land of the Rising Sun' on this 12-day family trip through Japan. From the palaces of ancient emperors to whizzing bullet trains, this journey packs in the best stuff to see and do as a family, plus plenty of time to kick back and soak it up in the onsen. Learn the art of calligraphy in Tokyo, ride the Hakone Ropeway for views of Mt Fuji and immerse yourself in Japanese culture in Kyoto. With the local expertise of your leader to guide you at every step of the way, this is a family holiday that’s sure to create lifelong memories.

Highlights

Try your hand at traditional calligraphy in Shinjuku, then learn to cook your own okonomiyaki on a relaxing boat cruise around Tokyo Bay – Tokyo’s full of fun activities for the whole family!
Explore Hakone by cable-car, pirate ship and with a peaceful walk around the lake – maybe even catch a glimpse of the iconic Mt Fuji on a clear day – before relaxing in the soothing waters of an onsen.
Visit Himeji Castle – Japan's grandest samurai castle – then dive into Kyoto’s local culture with a walk around the famous Gion district.
Learn about a sobering yet important chapter of Japan’s history at the Hiroshima Peace Park, followed by a visit to the relaxing island of Miyajima where deer roam the streets.
Take a daytrip from Kyoto to Arashiyama and cruise along the Hozugawa River on a boat ride – this route along the river is over 400 years old and surrounded by lush rolling mountains – then, visit a bamboo forest.

Included

Activities

Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
Tokyo - Monjayaki Dinner on Boat
Tokyo – Harajuku walk
Tokyo - Japanese & Calligraphy lesson
Hakone - Lake Ashinoko boat cruise
Hakone - Cable car/Ropeway
Hakone – Karakuri Secret Box Museum
Hiroshima – Peace Park and A-Bomb Dome
Hiroshima - Miyajima Island
Himeji - Himeji Castle
Kyoto - Nishiki-Koji Market
Kyoto - Gion District walk
Kyoto - Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto - Arashiyama sightseeing
Kyoto - Tenryuji Temple Gardens (additional JPY300 to visit the temple)
Kyoto - Hozu River boat ride

Itinerary

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Day 1: Tokyo
Konnichiwa! Welcome to Tokyo – Japan's modern capital steeped in ancient tradition. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm at your hotel, where you'll meet your local leader and the other families. If you arrive early, why not wander Tokyo at your own pace or take an Urban Adventures day tour? After your meeting, consider joining the group for an optional dinner at a local restaurant and dive into the delicious local cuisine that’s around every corner.
Day 2: Tokyo
Kick things off with a visit to Sensoji in Asakusa – Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple (about 1300 years old) set on the banks of the Sumida River. Nearby, you’ll discover a great shopping street where you can find quirky Japanese souvenirs or sample some traditional snacks. You’ll then have a free afternoon to find some lunch or maybe visit a manga (Japanese comic and cartoon) market in Akihabara. Tonight, head out for dinner on a boat, cruising through the Tokyo Bay. Surrounded by the sparkling lights of the city, you’ll enjoy monjayaki (a savoury pancake with a unique, gooey texture) cooked on a sizzling hot plate.
Day 3: Tokyo
This morning, head to Shinjuku and take part in a traditional calligraphy lesson. You and the kids will learn how to write your name in Japanese (and maybe learn to say a few words, too) with the help of a local teacher. After, grab some lunch at a local restaurant with your group then visit Harajuku – a neighbourhood simultaneously known for its eccentric street style and teen pop culture. Sample one of Harajuku’s famous crepes or try some of its 3D latte art as you explore the iconic Takeshita Street. Finish the afternoon in Shibuya – home to the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world – where you’ll have some free time to grab dinner or head back to the hotel.
Day 4: Hakone
Say goodbye to Tokyo and catch your first shinkansen bullet train of the trip to Hakone, travelling up to 285 km an hour. In Japan, trains operate with incredible precision – the sight of a white-gloved guard bowing to a carriage full of travellers is something the kids are sure to remember! Part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Hakone is a place of staggering natural beauty. Here, you can soak in hot spring onsens, go on bush walks, chill out by the lakes, take in the views of Mt Fuji (if you’re blessed with good weather!), or explore an open-air modern art museum. Tonight, you’ll experience Japanese ryokan (traditional inn) hospitality – sleeping on futons in a tatami mat room, wearing yukata (a light kimono-style robe) and soaking up (literally) the onsen culture.
Day 5: Hakone
Today, you’ll take a ropeway (cable car) up to the top of the volcanic valley of Owakudani and hopefully catch views of Mt Fuji. Continue to Lake Ashinoko – a natural caldera formed after a major volcanic explosion some 3000 years ago – for a cruise aboard a pirate ship-style boat. Back on land, visit the Karakuri Secret Box Museum and try to open these beautifully hand-crafted puzzle boxes (and maybe purchase your own as a unique souvenir). During your free afternoon, you might like to hike through the grasslands of Sengokuhara or pamper yourself at Hakone’s hot spring theme park, which has a variety of baths ranging from open-air onsens to cave baths and water slides.
Day 6: Hiroshima
Hop on another bullet train and make the journey to the city of Hiroshima. A visit to Hiroshima is sobering, but the tragedy that happened here is an important part of history to confront. In the afternoon, visit the Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome and the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, both of which stand as an emotional testament to the fateful day in August 1945 when Hiroshima became the first target of nuclear attack in human history. The dome stands as both a symbolic reminder of the devastation of war and a monument to peace. For dinner tonight, you might like to seek out some okonomiyaki – a savoury pancake dish with customisable toppings like meat, seafood or vegetables, made with a Hiroshima-style twist by adding yakisoba noodles.
Day 7: Hiroshima
This morning, head for the island of Miyajima, just a short ferry ride across the Inland Sea. The island is home to the Shinto shrine of Itsukushima, famous for its huge bright orange gate (torii) which rises majestically over the water! Maybe take a stroll through Momiji Park (AKA Maple Valley) or take the cable car up to the top of Mt Misen for panoramic views of the Inland Sea and its many islands. Keep an eye out for the hungry deer that roam the island! Return to Hiroshima in the afternoon, and in your free time, maybe visit the five-storied Hiroshima Castle, which was originally built in the 1590s, though it was destroyed by the bomb and has since been reconstructed.
Day 8: Kyoto
Jump aboard a bullet train to Kyoto this morning. On the way, stop at Himeji Castle – Japan's grandest samurai castle. The building, which has survived earthquakes and war since the mid-16th century, was restored to its full glory in 2015 and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The moats, towers and walled alleyways were ingeniously designed to trick attackers. Explore the castle that was once home to over 10,000 samurai families and look out over the city below. Continue to Kyoto on the bullet train. While you're here, you'll see some of the finest temples, shrines, palaces and gardens in the country. In the afternoon, visit Nishiki-Koji Market in the heart of Kyoto’s downtown area to see what goes into the famed Kyo-ryori (Kyoto cuisine). Then, spend your evening wandering the Gion district, seeing if you can spot geiko (geisha) or maiko (apprentice geisha) dressed in elaborate kimonos and make up on their way to events and functions.
Day 9: Kyoto
Today, you’ll head to Kyoto’s famed Fushimi Inari Shrine – famous for its pathway lined by thousands of red torii (gates). If you like, maybe walk further than most visitors and experience both the well-known part of the shrine and the quieter corners. After, your leader will take you to another one of Kyoto’s UNESCO-listed temples or shrines (there are 17 and counting!), which will give you an insight into Kyoto’s history as the seat of imperial power for over 1000 years. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to do your own exploring – you might like to catch a maiko cultural performance, participate in a tea ceremony demonstration or do an obanzai (traditional Kyoto-style cooking) class.
Day 10: Kyoto
This morning, take a boat cruise down the scenic Hozu River in the Arashiyama area, in the hills west of Kyoto. Look along the banks for Japanese maples in autumn or plum and cherry blossoms in spring. At the end of the ride, you’ll visit Tenryu-ji Temple near a bamboo grove. This bamboo forest is one of the most photographed sights in the city, and you'll see why! In your free time, you might like to take the family on a rickshaw ride (wagons hand-wheeled along by a driver wearing traditional garb) around the Arashiyama area. Or, you may like to visit the nearby Toei Kyoto Studio Park – a theme park used for the shooting of jidaigeki films (period dramas) set in the Edo period. Back in central Kyoto, you could also experience a performance of traditional swordplay.
Day 11: Kyoto
Today is yours to enjoy Kyoto however you like. Perhaps head out with the family and explore the city by bike. This is a great way to navigate the city – Kyoto is regularly voted one of the best cities for cycling in Asia, and for good reason! The city is largely flat and the roads are well maintained. One of the most popular routes follows the Kamo River from the northern outskirts of Kyoto down through the city’s heart – maybe stop for a bento box lunch along the way. If cycling isn’t your thing, you could check out Kyoto’s Manga Museum or try your hand at making your own bowl of ramen. Alternatively, consider a complete kimono makeover and transform yourself into a maiko, samurai lord or ninja for the day!
Day 12: Kyoto
With no activities planned after breakfast, your family adventure comes to an end today. If you would like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

Important Information

Trip Style

Original

Group Size

Minimum: 2 Maximum: 16

Meals Included

11 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

Theme

Family, Rail

Highlights

Try your hand at traditional calligraphy in Shinjuku, then learn to cook your own okonomiyaki on a relaxing boat cruise around Tokyo Bay – Tokyo’s full of fun activities for the whole family!
Explore Hakone by cable-car, pirate ship and with a peaceful walk around the lake – maybe even catch a glimpse of the iconic Mt Fuji on a clear day – before relaxing in the soothing waters of an onsen.
Visit Himeji Castle – Japan's grandest samurai castle – then dive into Kyoto’s local culture with a walk around the famous Gion district.
Learn about a sobering yet important chapter of Japan’s history at the Hiroshima Peace Park, followed by a visit to the relaxing island of Miyajima where deer roam the streets.
Take a daytrip from Kyoto to Arashiyama and cruise along the Hozugawa River on a boat ride – this route along the river is over 400 years old and surrounded by lush rolling mountains – then, visit a bamboo forest.

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