Travel from Tokyo crisscrossing to southern Japan
An immense and varied country, which you will traverse by public transport in almost three weeks. Any foreign visitor who has ever set foot on Japanese soil will agree: Japanese public transportation has no equal on this planet. Not only will you arrive punctually everywhere, you will fully enjoy the diverse landscapes that pass you by along the way while mingling with the friendly Japanese people.
By train, bus and ferry
Starting in metropolis Tokyo , you meander west before descending to the south through beautiful cultural highlights. Enjoying extraordinary views, many, many historical sites, beneficial onsen, art island Naoshima and "soul-food mecca" Nakasu Island. This trip gives you the chance to experience Japan's impressive culture and surreal nature, in the broadest sense.
Tips & tops from Round Japan:
- You will travel largely independently, but where convenient you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide. In addition, you can always find all the information you need in a dedicated app, ranging from maps to restaurants and even menus translated into English.
- The day excursion in Tokyo starts early with a visit to the Meiji Shrine, in beautiful morning light and ahead of the crowds, followed by a visit to fashion mecca Harajuku and Tokyo's Champs Elysees Omotesando. You will end the day delightfully wandering around the old geisha district of Asakusa.
- The program offers plenty of room to explore Tokyo on your own. How about visiting the Toyosu fish market, the Akihabara district or the museums and art galleries?
- UNESCO World Heritage Site Nikko National Park is located just outside Tokyo. Here you will find Japan's most extravagant religious architecture.
- The historic Matsumoto Castle - also known as "Crow Castle" - is surrounded by mountains where hiking is fantastic because of the enchanting views.
- In mountain village Takayama, it seems as if time has stood still. Here you will spend the night in an authentic ryokan.
- Kanazawa is Japan's richest area and a thriving center for art and culture. Visit the lush gardens, the castle, Higashi Chaya and the ancient Samurai district of Nagamachi. Above all, don't skip the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.
- You will visit Kyoto's World Heritage Sites, including Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion, Ryoan-ji Zen, Kiyomizu and Higashiyama district.
- Recommended destinations for days at leisure in Kyoto are Nara and Fushimi Inari.
- Naoshima, Japan's art island is a showcase of Japan's best emerging artists.
- Beppu - one of the most popular onsen resorts in the country - has hot spring baths, mud baths, steam baths and even sand baths.
- Known as a melting pot of Portuguese, Dutch and other European influences from the 16th to 19th centuries, Nagasaki. Japan's oldest Chinatown and the Dutch Quarter are well worth a visit.
- Staying in the "hotel of the future," a hotel where you are served exclusively by robots, in Japan you can!
- Nakasu Island is the soul-food part of Fukuoka where you can indulge in local delicacies!
- We can offer this trip in different classes of accommodations.
