8D JAPAN NEW DISCOVERY + WAKAYAMA

Start your vacation with a delightful journey to Tokyo, Japan. (For morning departures, you will reach Tokyo in the late afternoon and proceed to check in at the airport hotel upon arrival.)

Stop at the *Mt Fuji Panoramic Ropeway (Kachikachi-yama cable car) for a three-minute ascent to the summit at 1,075 meters. Experience a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Visit Nagoya Oasis 21, a vibrant shopping mall featuring diverse stores, restaurants, and cafes, renowned for its distinctive glass airship design. (Note:*Subject to weather conditions. From July to October, the Fuji Panoramic Ropeway will be replaced with a visit to Oshino Hakkai.)

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Embark on an exploration of Mikimoto Pearl Island, where you can explore a museum dedicated to pearls, pearl cultivation, and Mikimoto Kokichi, the pioneer in pearl cultivation. Proceed to delve into Ama Culture, centered around the Sea Women, skilled free divers who harvest fresh seafood like seaweed, lobster, abalone, scallops, oysters, and fish without any diving equipment. Indulge in a specially arranged lunch at Ama's rest house to relish the flavors of the freshly gathered seafood by the Ama themselves.

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Begin your day with a tour that commences by exploring Japan's tallest waterfall, Nachi Waterfall. Positioned halfway up Nachi Mountain, it forms an integral part of Kumano Nachi Taisha, one of the three Kumano shrines in Wakayama prefecture, and is encompassed within the UNESCO World Heritage Sacred Sites. Moving forward, our journey will lead us to Senjojiki, named for its expansiveness, evoking the image of a thousand tatami mats spread out. Next, stop at Sandanbeki Cliff - to enjoy amazing sights of nature that were created by the erosion of raging waves.

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Begin your day with a Seasonal Fruit Picking activity. Drive past Kyoto Tower, then see Togetsukyo Bridge, the most popular landmark in the Arashiyama district. Next, marvel at the towering bamboo stalks in Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. In the afternoon, visit Fushimi Inari, a must-go spot for photo taking the most Instagram-worthy shots! Visit one of the city’s cultural legacies and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This distinctive Kyoto landmark features a wooden veranda that hangs over the valley, providing a panoramic view of the city.

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After breakfast, visit Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park (cable-car ride included) - which overlooks Amanohashidate, one of the three most scenic views in Japan. It is said to resemble a meandering pathway connecting heaven and earth when viewed from the mountains at either end of the bay, making it one of the most beautiful sceneries in Japan. (Note: Subject to weather conditions) Next, proceed to Ine Funaya, a scenic fishing village with its unique ‘funaya’ (boat house), which is a traditional waterfront building consisting of a boat garage at the lower floor and a residential space on the upper floor. End your day at Miyama Village - designated as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, there are lots of thatched-roof houses - traditional Japanese houses in rural areas in this village.

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Stop for photos at the renowned Osaka Castle Park, one of the most popular must-visit destinations in Osaka. Following that, explore the Cup Noodles Museum to gain insights into the creation of instant noodles, its developmental history, manufacturing techniques, and the unique opportunity to craft your personalized cup noodle with the soup and ingredients of your preference. (Note: In the event of the Cup Noodles Museum being closed, an alternative attraction will be included.) Conclude your day at Shinsaibashi and Dotombori, the primary shopping district in downtown Osaka.

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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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