8/9D SCENIC HONSHU JAPAN

Begin your vacation with pleasant flight to Tokyo. For morning departures, check in at airport hotel upon arrival.

Visit Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market, one of the largest open air markets dating from Edo period, where you can enjoy fresh Seafood and find all kinds of traditional Japanese food. Next, head to Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo with a history of more than 1,330 years. Shop along Nakamise Shopping Street, an authentic lane lined with vendors selling souvenirs. Continue to Shinjuku – a true shopping paradise! 

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Start your day with hotel buffet and then, head out to Oshino Hakkai, a series of eight ponds fed by Mt.Fuji’s underground reservoirs. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Mt.Fuji (subject to weather condition), the highest mountain in Japan and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets, Japan’s most popular outlet mall, with the perfect mix of luxury brands and other items.

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Head out to Gifu and stop for photos at Matsumoto Castle, also known as Crow Castle, a national treasure and the oldest five-tiered, six-story castle in Japan. Proceed to Gifu, Takayama’s old town and visit Takayama Jinya, a national historic site served as a local official government office back  in Edo period. It is located near Takayama Nakabashi Bridge, a red bridge which completes the scenery of the town in all seasons. Stroll through Kami Sannonmachi Street, located in beautifully preserved old town where buildings of Edo period, shops, cafes and sake breweries are lining along the street. Enjoy a taste-test of authentic Japanese Sake in one of the Sake breweries as well. Then, proceed to Shirakawa Gassho Village.  Shirakawa-go is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its traditional Gassho-zukuri farmhouses with distinctive steep roofs that resemble clasped hands in prayer.  Overnight at Hot Spring hotel.

*Winter Bonus (Mid-Dec to End-Feb : Enjoy Snow play, snow donuts OR snow basins (subject to weather conditions).

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Gero Onsen was referred to as one of Japan's three best hot springs by the leading Confucian scholar Hayashi Razan. the waters have retained that special quality which has made them so famous. Have a experience with Hand or foot onsen in Gero. Next, visit Gujo Castle Town and enjoy a DIY session of making food samples at food replica shop. Experience the famous Gujo Odori Dance during a visit to Gujo Hachiman Hakurankan Museum.  

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After breakfast, head to NABANA no SATO Flower Garden, one of the largest flower gardens in Japan with various flower fields blooming throughout the year.  Enjoy a spectacular view of beautifully blooming flowers such as cosmos, dahlia and roses (subject to condition). Check out Begonia Garden, an indoor garden with 5000 colorful begonias growing inside, which is also located within the park. Continue to Kyoto and visit Kinakaku-ji “Temple of the Golden Pavilion”, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit place in Kyoto chosen by locals and foreign tourists. Kinkaku-ji is a Buddhist temple which incorporates three distinct styles of architecture and top two floors of which are completely covered with gold leaf. End your day at Shinsabashi and Dotombori, the major shopping belt in downtown Osaka.

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Today, enjoy free time and explore Osaka, a lovely city full of friendly locals and delicious foods. Enjoy the warm atmosphere by getting in touch with local people and feel the amazing cultural differences.

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Transfer to the airport for your flight home.  We hope you have had an exciting holiday with SA Tours!

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