9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package

Spend over a week discovering Japan’s culture, traditions, and cuisine with our 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package. Begin your magical journey in Tokyo, where the Imperial Palace Gardens, Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and other iconic sites will greet you. Continue to Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, where incredible views from the 5th Station await. The fresh seafood from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market will awaken your taste buds, and the marvels of Kyoto will take your breath away. From the bamboo grove and Fushimi Inari Taisha to Nara’s sacred deer, be welcomed by a world of wonder in 2 culturally rich cities. Enjoy a smooth transfer to Osaka with the Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto intercity train and see the highlights, like Osaka Castle. End your adventure back in Kyoto, soaking in the historic beauty of Gion’s geisha district.

If you’ve ever wanted to adventure across Japan, now’s your chance with our 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package! With a small group setting and expert, devoted guides, see the wonders of Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka. Spend 8 nights in top-rated hotels in Japan’s major cities: Tokyo & Kyoto. Taste unforgettable flavors and spend time getting to know Japan like a local. Book now!

9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package Highlights

Discover Tokyo’s Imperial Palace Gardens and marvel at the Senso-ji Temple
Discover the vibrant Asakusa neighborhood and its cultural richness
Witness the awe-inspiring Mount Fuji and breathtaking Lake Kawaguchi scenery
Reach 5th Station and visit the iconic Arakura-Fuji Sengen Shrine overlooking Mount Fuji
Explore Kyoto’s geisha district, bamboo grove, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
In Nara, meet the Sika deer of Nara Park and pay tribute to the Great Buddha statue
Enjoy small group day tours and the expertise of local tour guides across Japan
Unwind in incredible hotels in Tokyo and Kyoto, known for their top-rated service

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9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo

Optional airport transfer
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 2 - Tokyo

Begin your walking tour near Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
Enjoy the Imperial Palace Gardens and admire the Nijubashi Bridge from a distance
Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
Pass Nakamise-dori street on your way to Senso-ji Temple
Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
Free time for lunch
Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine
Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 3 - Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

Drive to Oishi Park
Enjoy scenic views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji
Visit Arakurayama, home to the famous Chureito Pagoda and Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
In Fujiyoshida, enjoy free time for lunch and shop for souvenirs in traditional shops
Discover Oshino Hakkai’s crystal-clear ponds and thatched houses
Head up to the 5th Station for panoramic views (weather conditions may affect the visibility of the mountain)
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 4 - Tsukiji Fish Market

Visit the Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple to observe the purification ritual
Start your food tour by exploring the Tsukiji Outer Market
Stop at different vendors and sample an array of foods
Enjoy several tastings of traditional foods, like seafood and savory meat
End at the Namiyoke Shrine, a guardian site for Tsukiji’s merchants
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 5 - Transfer to Kyoto by Bullet Train

Head to Kyoto by bullet train
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 6 - Kyoto & Nara

Drive to the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
Free time for lunch
Arrive in Nara
Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 7 - Osaka

Train from Kyoto to Osaka
See Osaka Castle, a 16th-century marvel
Free time for lunch (not included) and exploring at your own pace
Experience the neon energy of Dotonbori along the canal
Take photos of the famous Glico Man and Hozenji Temple
Train back to Kyoto
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 8 - Gion Evening Tour

Enjoy a free morning in Kyoto
In the evening wander the famous Pontocho Alley
See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki
Enter Gion - the geisha district - and admire the culture and tea houses
Quick stop at Gion Corner
Discover the Yasaka Shrine
Stroll down Hanamikoji Street
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 9 - Departure

Optional transfers to Kansai Airport (KIX) or Tokyo city center are available

NB - all timings on 9 Day Best of Japan Tour Package are approximate

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important information

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Hand-picked expert tour guide

Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour

Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto

Train: Kyoto-Osaka-Kyoto

Meals: 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Essential Information

Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who opitimizes Tourist Japan's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour

Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process

The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience

During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package

During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers. Arrival & departure transportation include the Narita Express, Metro Pass, Haruka Express, or the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t, which are the most convenient options to reach centralized locations in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information

Tsukiji Market: Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate vegan or vegetarian dietary restrictions. While we will do our best to cater to other dietary needs (such as gluten-free and pescatarian), we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met. Food tastings may slightly vary based on availability

Mount Fuji Tour: While we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability due to weather, heavy traffic during the peak season, or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites, or some visits may be cancelled on the spot. Due to heavy traffic during the Japanese holiday season, weekends, or peak season, the return time may be delayed

Osaka Tour: We recommend purchasing your Osaka Metro pass before the tour

Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package

Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points