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Walk the streets of Japan’s hottest districts, from the neon lights of Osaka to the gardens of Kanazawa
Say Konnichiwa to Japan – a diverse land of culture, innovation and cuisine. With your new group of friends, you’ll get your fix of sushi and shopping in Tokyo before soaking up Kanazawa’s crazy Samurai culture (this is a great place to knock back a couple glasses of sake, too). Wander gorgeous gardens and temples, then brush up on your world history at Hiroshima at the sobering Peace Park and Museum. Spy geishas in Kyoto’s Gion district and get your Beyonce on at an Osaka karaoke bar. You’ll also have loads of free time to customise your trip with activities you want to do, either solo or with your new mates, so you won’t miss anything on your bucket list.
Multiple departures available April - December 2026. Enquire within your nearest Phil Hoffmann Travel store. Click here for more information.
*Advertised price is based on per person twin share on 25 June 2026 departure. Correct as of 13 March 2026.
Highlights & Inclusions
Highlights
Explore Japan’s amazingly diverse destinations with loads of free time to see them your way. With all the nitty gritty details and transport worked out for you, you can focus on indulging in endless sushi, katsudon and okonomoyaki.
Immerse yourself in the varied neighbourhoods of Tokyo – from the technological subculture of Akihabara to the wild side of fashion in Harajuku and the nightlife of Roppongi – each suburb is almost like a city of its own!
Uncover the sobering history of Hiroshima’s Peace Park and Museum – a vital destination for all Japan travellers to gain an insight into the tragic events of the nation’s past.
Wander Kyoto’s Gion district, learn the traditional technique of hand-dying fabric with a creative workshop, then walk through Fushimi Inari-Taisha (the perfect spot for some iconic Japan photos).
Live your Samurai fantasies in feudal-era Kanazawa – known as the birthplace of the Samurai. Then, wander through gorgeous historic gardens and hit the bars to debrief with your group.
Inclusions
Meals - 1 dinner
Transport - Public Bus, Metro, Train, Bullet Train
Accommodation - Multishare Hostel (5 nights), Pod Hostel (2 nights), Family Owned Guesthouse (2 nights)
Included activities
Tokyo - Meiji Jingu Shrine
Tokyo - Shibuya walking tour
Tokyo - Yoyogi Park
Tokyo - Harajuku street
Kanazawa - Higashi Chaya District walking tour
Kyoto - Gion District walk
Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Kyoto - Kyo-Yuzen Dyeing Workshop
Hiroshima - Peace Park & A - Bomb Dome
Hiroshima - Peace Museum
Hiroshima - Miyajima Island
Osaka - Dotombori District walking tour
Optional activities
Tokyo - Shinjuku-gyoen
Tokyo - Studio Ghibli Museum (advance bookings required - from)
Tokyo - Sensoji Temple
Tokyo - Imperial Palace
Tokyo - Disneyland or Disney Sea (from)
Tokyo - A Tour Through Tokyo's Kitchen (with World's Largest Fish Market) Urban Adventure
Tokyo - Tsukiji Outer Market
Tokyo - Wholesale Fish Market (relocated to Toyosu)
Tokyo - Metropolitan Government Building observation deck
Tokyo - Dawn Avatar Robot Café (from)
Tokyo - Gotokuji Cat Temple
Tokyo - Kanpai Tokyo: Shinjuku Drinks and Neon Nights Urban Adventure
Tokyo - Tokyo After 5 Urban Adventure
Kanazawa - Kenroku-en Gardens & Castle
Kanazawa - Oyama Shrine
Kanazawa - Omicho market tour
Kanazawa - 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art (excl. special exhibitions)
Kanazawa - Nagamachi Samurai District (excl. museum entry)
Kyoto - Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Kyoto - Nijo Castle
Kyoto - Imperial Palace
Kyoto - Kiyomizu-dera
Kyoto - Kimono/Maiko/Samurai Dress Up
Kyoto - Arashiyama Monkey Park
Miyajima - Itsukushima-jinja Shrine
Osaka - Osaka Castle
Osaka - Universal Studios (Day Pass - from)
Osaka - Dogusuji Arcade
Osaka - Spa World
Osaka - Kaiten Sushi Train at Kura Sushi
*Optional activities incur an extra charge. Cost will vary per activity.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Tokyo
Day 2 | Tokyo
Day 3 | Kanazawa
Day 4 | Kanazawa
Day 5 | Kyoto
Day 6 | Kyoto
Day 7 | Hiroshima
Day 8 | Hiroshima
Day 9 | Osaka
Day 10 | Osaka
*Itinerary is subject to change.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
