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Essence of Japan

Best Time to Take This Trip
March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November
Multi-day Experience
The experience is self-contained.

Inspirational, innovative and intriguing, where gilded temples and glittering skyscrapers reign over streets steeped in history and tradition. Discover the revered customs and unique sense of beauty that infuse life here on the main island of Honshu, from Tokyo to the hot springs resort town of Hakone to Kanazawa and the cultural treasure trove of Kyoto, where you'll explore castles, temples, shrines, a samurai home, and world-class gardens. Spend a night at a ryokan where and partake in traditional Japanese cultural experiences . . . make sushi, taste sake, cruise Lake Ashi to see Mt. Fuji, enjoy a taiko performance, Shinto music, Kagura dancing, a sumo wrestling demonstration and meet a geisha expert.

Insider Tip

In Kyoto, enjoy a private home visit with tea ceremony and Origami demonstration, explorations with a local Geisha expert, visits to Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple and Pure Water Temple (Kiyomizu Temple) .

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