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Hidden Treasures of Japan
“A tour created to capture the essence of Japan’s soul, beauty, and heritage”
Immerse yourself in Japan’s ancient past and contrasting present. Visit some of its oldest and most magnificent temples and shrines. Enjoy the contrasting Naoshima Island, home to some of Japan’s most innovative and artistic architecture and design. Experience its religious roots first hand as you become acquainted with the monks of Koyasan. Glide through the stunning Iya Valley and Ritsurin Garden. The perfect tour for those in search of a richer travel experience.
Route: Kobe (2) ➞ Tokushima (1) ➞ Iya Valley (1) ➞ Naoshima (2) ➞ Kyoto (3) ➞ Mt Koya & Nara (1) ➞ Ise & Mikimoto Pearl Island (2) ➞ Tokyo (3)
Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Starts: Tokyo Ends: Kyoto / Osaka (Option to end in Tokyo if preferred) Tour Size(Min/Max): Minimum 6 / Maximum 12 people
Hidden Honshu
As the world gathers on Japan’s major highlights this Summer, our Hidden Honshu itinerary will do its best to keep you away from the mass crowds and bring you to some hidden gems we have found along our journey through Japan over the past twenty years. A great escape from Tokyo either before or after you watch your games, with your first ride on the super shinkansen taking you to a ‘Little Kyoto’ called Kanazawa. From here you will meander into the mountains and farm villages of Gokayama where 400 year old houses & families still stand proudly.
Route: Kanazawa - Gokayama - Tsumago/Magome (via Takayama) - Kyoto - Fukuyama - Hiroshima
Duration: 10 Days
Starts: Kanazawa Ends: Fukuoka/Hiroshima/Osaka Tour Size(Min/Max): Min 1 / No Maximum
Traditional & Tropical (No. 1 Japan Honeymoon)
This tour of Japan is a particular favourite with couples, especially honeymooners, or those looking for somewhere to relax at the start or end of a whirlwind trip through Japan! Experience the traditional Japan, the bright lights of Tokyo and Osaka, the quaint back streets of Kyoto, and the subtropical islands in the south pacific region. Many of us forget that Japan is home to hundreds of tiny islands that offer a uniquely contrasting experience to that of the mainland. Just a short flight from the mainland you can suddenly be a tropical paradise! Pure bliss to those looking for somewhere to unwind.
Route: Tokyo - Yudanaka Onsen - Snow Monkey Park - Matsumoto - Takayama - Kyoto (Hiroshima & Miyajima Island day trips) - Amami Ooshima OR Ishigaki Islands - Tokyo
Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
Starts: Tokyo Ends: Tokyo Tour Size(Min/Max): Minimum 1 person / Maximum 6 people (if your group is more than 6 people, contact us to receive group quote (tours@uniquejapantours.com)
Tropical Treat (5 Days Yaeyama Island Hopping)
Why not extend your trip to a calming luxurious paradise? After finishing your adventure on the mainland, [small group tour or a self-guided tour], take a short 2-hour flight down to the magnificent Yaemama Islands, staying in Japan’s Blue Zone Paradise. Spend your days by the beach/pool relaxing, snorkelling, island hopping, while catching the best sunsets on the planet! Explore the wonders and beauty of Ishigaki Island, Taketomijima and Iriomote Islands with their distinct culture, architecture, cuisine, white sandy beaches and beautiful clear seas.
Route: Tokyo/Osaka - Ishigaki Island - Taketomi Island - Iriomote Island (optional) - Ishigaki Island
Duration: 4 Nights (or more)
Starts: Tokyo (Haneda) / Osaka (Kansai or Itami) / Fukuoka Airports (or any major airport) Ends: Ishigaki Airport (Option to fly to Hong Kong from Ishigaki to your onward destination (instead of going back to Mainland Japan) Tour Size(Min/Max): Min 1 / No Max
Ski Japan – Best of Nagano
If you are looking for an epic alpine adventure this winter, then Hakuba is one of the very best destinations in Asia if not the world. Host to the Winter Olympics in 1998, the ski resorts in Japanese alps compares favourably with the best resorts in Europe and North America. With a staggering 11m of snowfall annually (almost 4 times snowfall of leading resorts in the French Alps) there are more fresh tracks to be had and more bumper powder days to enjoy that most could resorts dream of. Only its competitor resort Niseko in the north Island of Japan can beat Hakuba in terms of regular powder snowfall. But, whilst Niseko may get heavier snowfall, the 10 resorts side by side in the Hakuba valley (sharing a common All-Mountain lift pass and with free shuttle buses between each) offer a more compelling range of terrain and slopes to explore.
A resort for all levels from beginner to advanced, you can choose from selection of 10 ski resorts, 137 ski lifts, 9 terrain parks, night skiing until 10pm and an endless choice of hiking trails. Also, the apres ski bars and restaurants in Hakuba village is known across the world for its fine cuisine and distinctly Japanese cultural experience (including a choice of 12 local onsens to soak your muscles after a hard day of riding the mountain)!
Route: Tokyo - Hakuba - Jigokudani & Matsumoto (day trip) - Takayama - Kyoto (Osaka)
Duration: 10 Nights
Starts: Tokyo Ends: Kyoto Tour Size(Min/Max): 1
2021 Fuji Rock [Festival]
What better way to finish your Summer Games 2021 trip than a 3-Day farewell party at Japan’s biggest music festival, FUJI ROCK! Located in Niigata, three hours north of Tokyo, this tour will be self-guided and with no frills! You will be supplied with the necessary festival tools (tent, sleeping mat, sheet, water bottle, 3-Day Festival Tickets, return train tickets to/from Niigata and Tokyo plus detailed instructions on how to get here safely and without any hassle. Some of our team have been lucky enough to try this out. So rest assured, you are in safe hands. If you prefer to stay in a hotel nearby, we can arrange for you.
Route: Tokyo -> Naeba (Niigata) -> Tokyo
Duration: 5 nights / 6 Days
Starts: Tokyo Ends: Tokyo Tour Size(Min/Max): Minimum 1 Person [Limited Tickets Available. Early Booking Recommended]
Ski Japan – Best of Hokkaido
Hokkaido, located north of Honshu, is perhaps the crème de la crème of ski resorts, although slightly more challenging to get to. This second largest island in Japan spends over half of the year covered in snow. Powerful winds blow in from Russia between November and April bringing powder snow, and plenty of it! We have compiled this week long Ski Package for all budgets but with one thing in mind – amazing skiing/snow boarding. Whether you are a beginner or a seasonal pro, you will find so many different runs to ensure every day on the slopes will be magical & different. Facilities in Japan for skiing are five star. The Japanese people love to ski anyway so they take great pride in their resorts. If you haven’t been yet, try it! We guarantee you will become a regular visitor to this powder snow paradise.
Route: Sapporo - Niseko & Furano - Sapporo
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Starts: Sapporo Ends: Sapporo Tour Size(Min/Max): 1 person minimum
