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Japan Anime Private Tour
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9 days 8 nights

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Room Type Explained

Single Room

Single room types are rooms for single room occupants.
One person will be occupying the hotel room throughout the tour.

Twin Room

Twin room types are rooms set for two people who will occupy one room, but will have two separate beds.

Double Room

A double room is a room that has one bed for two people to share.

Triple Room

A triple room is one room where three people may share the same room. It has three separate beds.

Japanese Style Room

A Japanese-style room traditionally does not have a western-style bed, it is a tatami floor room with futon bedding. However, if you prefer a western-style bed, you may request one though we cannot guarantee it.

Please note: If you would like to request neighboring rooms next to your traveling companions, you and your traveling companions must have the same room types in order to be next to each other. For example, if you have requested a double room, but your traveling companions have requested a twin, or triple room, then neighboring rooms cannot be accommodated. However, if both you and your traveling companions match in room type, then neighboring rooms will likely be arranged for your convenience.

This tour serves as an excellent introduction to Japan’s fascinating and long history with Anime. Your tour spans across the three unforgettable destinations of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. The tour begins in Tokyo, where you discover the delights of the anime culture of Japan's largest metropolis, including Akihabara Electric Town, Nakano Broadway, and the Studio Ghibli Museum. Then the tour continues to the time-honored city of Kyoto, the former imperial capital and center of Japan's traditional culture, where in addition to visiting the city's top temples and shrines, we also take you to enjoy the Kyoto International Manga Museum and the Gion Geisha District. Finally, the you will travel to Osaka, where you will be able to browse the anime shops of Nipponbashi "Den Den Town", explore iconic Osaka Castle, and stroll the Dotonbori entertainment district. You can book the tour as listed below, or you can customize the itinerary below to match your interests and create the perfect trip for you. This itinerary includes transportation via Japan’s famously efficient public transit system throughout the tour. This will allow you to see the country from the same level as the locals and get a better understanding of everyday life in Japan.

This itinerary can be customized based on your budget and interests. Please feel free to CONTACT US to plan your dream trip to Japan.

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Tour Information

Please Note:

● The price is per person with minimum 2 people, based on twin/double or triple room occupancy.
● The itinerary can be customized based on your interests and budget, please contact us to plan your perfect vacation to Japan.

Deposit

We require US$200 deposit per person to hold the space at time of booking and the final payment is due 2 month prior to departure

What's included

• 8 nights Western style accommodation
• Airport transfers on arrival and departure
• Public transportation between destinations in Japan including Shinkansen (bullet train)
• Local guides in each city
• Luggage forwarding from Tokyo to Kyoto

Meals
• Breakfast everyday

Admission fees and activities
• All entry fees to sites, activities listed in the itinerary.

What's NOT included

• International Airfares
• Meals that are not included in the itinerary
• Travel Insurance
• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry bills

Additional Information

Transport
Shinkansen bullet train, local trains, subways and local buses.
Arrival Departure Airports
For arrivals at Narita Airport (NRT) or Haneda Airport (HND), this tour starts in Tokyo and ends in Osaka, with departures at Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM).
Meal Requests
Vegetarian or special meals can be arranged
Meet and Greet
Private airport transfers on arrival included

Itinerary In Brief

Day1 Arrive in Tokyo
Day2 Tokyo
Day3 Tokyo
Day4 Tokyo
Day5 Tokyo - Kyoto
Day6 Kyoto
Day7 Kyoto
Day8 Kyoto - Osaka - Kyoto
Day9 Tour ends

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Tour schedule and prices subject to change without notice

Day1

Arrival at Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport

Upon arrival, proceed through customs and meet your driver just outside the exit gate, they will be holding an “All Japan Tours” sign for easy visibility. Proceed to your hotel by private car. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be free for leisure.

Sunshine City Prince Hotel or similar class

Day2

Tokyo

We begin our journey by visiting Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple. Marvel at the architecture around the ancient Buddhist Temple and see one of the largest paper lanterns in Japan. You can also visit Nakamise Street, a historical shopping street lined with souvenir and snack shops near the temple. We will then travel by public transportation to Akihabara, where we will spend the rest of our day exploring and shopping. Considered by many to be the center of Japan's anime fan culture, several anime stores can be found throughout the streets. With so many stores to choose from, many people flock to Don Quijote for souvenirs and fun finds or Mandarake for anime and manga items. Guests can also visit a Maid Cafe, where waitresses dressed in maid costumes serve customers delicious meals or drinks.

Breakfast

Sunshine City Prince Hotel or similar class

Day3

Tokyo

Begin your day by transferring to Harajuku, where guests can visit the fashionable Omotesando District with boutiques and upscale cafes or visit the nearby Takeshita Street, a haven of fashionable and quirky shops. Try tasty crepes or explore the fun fashion shops before heading to Shibuya. Known for its popular crosswalk decorated by neon signs and giant video screens, Shibuya also offers several department stores and entertainment for all ages.

Breakfast

Sunshine City Prince Hotel or similar class

Day4

Tokyo

This morning, we will visit the Studio Ghibli Museum, where various works of the Japanese animation studio Studio Ghibli are on display. The museum itself was designed by Hayao Miyazaki, one of Studio Ghibli's founders and directors. We will then transfer to Nakano Broadway, a large shopping complex in Tokyo known for its several stores selling anime and manga items and collectibles. After shopping, we will visit Shinjuku, where we will visit the Samurai Museum. Guests to the museum will learn the history of samurai and may even have an opportunity to try on samurai costumes.

Breakfast

Sunshine City Prince Hotel or similar class

Day5

Tokyo - Kyoto

After breakfast, make your way to Tokyo Station, where you will use the included tickets to board the Bullet Train to Kyoto. Upon arrival at Kyoto Station, make your own way to the nearby hotel on foot. The rest of your afternoon is free for leisure. All Japan Tours can also make arrangements for guests to visit a Traditional Wooden Townhouse in the afternoon to learn about kimono, origami, calligraphy, the art of ikebana, or even enjoy a green tea ceremony.

Breakfast

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar class

Note: We will courier your big baggage from Tokyo to your hotel in Kyoto. Please pack your essentials for 1 nights in a small bag to carry with you to Kyoto,

Day6

Kyoto

Enjoy a guided tour today, starting on the outskirts of Kyoto and exploring the scenic district of Arashiyama. We will first visit Tenryuji Temple, known for its stunning landscape garden surrounded by the mountains and pine trees. Enjoy the calming walk through the Sagano Bamboo Forest before visiting the Iwatayama Monkey Park, where guests can see and feed the wild Japanese macaque that live in the park. We will then pay a visit to Kinkakuji, also known as Golden Pavilion. This Zen Temple's top two floors are covered in gold leaf, allowing for a stunning reflection on the surrounding pond. We will then stop by the Kyoto Imperial Palace, once the residence of Japan's Imperial Family. The emperor and capital were then moved from Kyoto to Tokyo in 1868. Enjoy exploring the palace grounds and the surrounding park before heading back to your hotel. All Japan Tours can also make arrangements for a Shojin Ryori Lunch, a vegetarian meal often enjoyed by monks. The Sagano Romantic Train or the Hozugawa River Cruise can also be arranged for guests with extra time.

Breakfast

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar class

Day7

Kyoto

First, visit the historic Fushimi district to see the stunning Fushimi Inari Shrine. This architectural wonder boasts an approximately 2.5-mile (4-km) tunnel of crimson torii gates, which made an appearance in the hit film 'Memoirs of a Geisha'. From there, the tour continues to the Kyoto International Manga Museum, which is features a vast collection of significant manga, including works from international manga artists in addition to native Japanese works. Then you'll enjoy a visit to Kiyomizu Temple, which offers dramatic stage that overlooks a fantastic view of Kyoto behind a pretty forest of maple and cherry trees. Then you will have the opportunity to explore the heritage Gion Geisha District, which are lined with old-fashioned teahouses and shops preserved from the Edo period. All Japan Tours can also make arrangements for guests to wear an authentic kimono at a local shop, enjoy an authentic green tea ceremony that was once enjoyed exclusively by nobility during the Edo Period, and have a healthy Japanese kaiseki dinner with accompanying geisha performance.

Breakfast

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar class

Day8

Kyoto - Osaka - Kyoto

In the morning, we will travel by public transit to the city of Osaka, where the day's tour begins with a visit to iconic Osaka Castle, which is a symbol of the city of Osaka and was built by legendary samurai general Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Next we will make our way to the observation deck of Tsutenkaku Tower for a splendid view of the city and view exhibits that detail local history. Then we go to explore Nipponbashi "Den Den Town" - the center of Osaka anime culture, which features shops that sell anime-related merchandise and maid cafes. Finally, we finish the day at Dotonbori, a flashy entertainment district and the beating heart of the Osaka nightlife.

Breakfast

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo or similar class

Day9

Tour Ends

After breakfast, you will be free for leisure. You may make your own way to Osaka Kansai Airport via Haruka Express Train – train tickets included.

Breakfast

Note: If you would like the private airport transfer to be included, please contact us for the arrangements.

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Accommodations

PLEASE NOTE: These are the hotels All Japan Tours generally uses on the touring styles and regions shown. There is no guarantee that you will stay in the lodgings listed on the website. We encourage you to check your travel documentation for confirmation of the exact accommodation you will be staying in.

Destinations

Tokyo - Kyoto - Osaka

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Itinerary In Brief

Day1

Arrival at Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport

Day2

Tokyo

Breakfast

Day3

Tokyo

Breakfast

Day4

Tokyo

Breakfast

Day5

Tokyo - Kyoto

Breakfast

Day6

Kyoto

Breakfast

Day7

Kyoto

Breakfast

Day8

Kyoto - Osaka - Kyoto

Breakfast

Day9

Tour Ends

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