Overview
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity on our 1-week journey through Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan’s most iconic cities. From the neon-lit streets and cutting-edge culture of Tokyo to the timeless temples and serene gardens of Kyoto, this trip offers a dynamic and unforgettable taste of Japan.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT), our representative will welcome you to Japan and assist you to transfer by the airport bus to your hotel in central Tokyo.
2-2-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-8330
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is the ideal location to explore the delights of the city of Tokyo. Only minutes away from the most popular shopping and entertainment spots, our luxury hotel provides stunning views over central Tokyo. A cozy bed, a good meal, friendly faces…. these are just some of the comforts that you seek after stepping inside the hotel door. Located in Shinjuku, in the very heart of the Tokyo metropolis, the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo extends top rated services and facilities, features that guests come to expect of a world class hotel.
This morning our guide will meet you and together you will spend the day exploring Tokyo like a local would. You will ride local trains and subways to efficiently get around the city visiting the neighbourhoods of Shibuya, Asakusa and Ginza.
Learn how to purify yourself at the entrance of Meiji-jingu shrine. Stroll down colorful Takeshita street in Harajuku with its youthful fashionable atmosphere and Kawaii culture. You may even run into some cosplayers all decked out as their favourite anime character. Next is the elegant tree lined Omotesando with its high style buildings and one of a kind architecture housing designer luxury boutiques.
The Asakusa traditional district in the northwest section of the city boasts the magnificent Senso-ji temple and its five story pagoda. Here, incense burning worshippers are oblivious to the selfie taking tourists. Let our guide help translate the good fortunes printed on your Omikuji and save as a souvenir of Tokyo. Some shopping time for souvenirs or Japanese rice crackers is in order along Nakamise shopping street which leads to the outer gate of the temple. Not to be missed on a visit of Tokyo is the entertainment, dining and upmarket shopping district of Ginza. Here you will find the flagship stores of major Japanese and International brands.
2-2-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-8330
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is the ideal location to explore the delights of the city of Tokyo. Only minutes away from the most popular shopping and entertainment spots, our luxury hotel provides stunning views over central Tokyo. A cozy bed, a good meal, friendly faces…. these are just some of the comforts that you seek after stepping inside the hotel door. Located in Shinjuku, in the very heart of the Tokyo metropolis, the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo extends top rated services and facilities, features that guests come to expect of a world class hotel.
This morning you will join Tsukiji outer fish market tour and sushi workshop. Tsukiji Outer Market is Japan’s food town where one can encounter all kinds of traditional Japanese foods. A mixture of wholesale and retail shops, along with numerous restaurants, line the streets, and new culinary trends are born here. After exploring the market, learn how to make your own plate of sushi from a professional chef and enjoy your own creation for your lunch.
Rest of the day is free for your own activities.
2-2-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-8330
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is the ideal location to explore the delights of the city of Tokyo. Only minutes away from the most popular shopping and entertainment spots, our luxury hotel provides stunning views over central Tokyo. A cozy bed, a good meal, friendly faces…. these are just some of the comforts that you seek after stepping inside the hotel door. Located in Shinjuku, in the very heart of the Tokyo metropolis, the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo extends top rated services and facilities, features that guests come to expect of a world class hotel.
In the morning you will take a bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Upon meeting our guide at Kyoto station, you will head to the south of Kyoto to Fushimi Inari Taisha. This shrine dedicated to the Shinto God of rice is famous for its thousands of vermillion colored torii gates leading through the wooded forest to Mount Inari.
Next, you will visit Kiyomizudera (pure water) temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994. Make your way up to the wooden stage of the main hall with beautiful views of city of Kyoto and the surrounding mountains.
The tour ends in Gion, the most famous Geisha neighborhood of Kyoto. Here you will see the many well preserved traditional wooden houses (machiya) of old Japan, many of which are tea houses where Geishas entertain their well to do clientele. After the tour our guide will take you back to your hotel or you can remain in the area and further explore the area around Gion. Our guide will give you instructions how to get back to the hotel on your own.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
361 Rokkakucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8212
Located in the heart of Kyoto, steeped in the rich historic atmosphere of the ancient capital. Since the Edo Period, the Shinmachi-suji area has been lined with textile wholesalers. Above all is the site of the former Matsuzakaya Kyoto Supply Store, which once stood as a large shop in the area. This traditional and historic spot has been restored. One by one, the beams and pillars, the garden’s stones, and the artwork will bring a new breath of history to you. You’ll be led on a special sojourn that transcends the passage of time in Kyoto. We hope you will enjoy your stay at Mitsui Garden Hotel’s take on the meaning of Kyoto-style.
You will spend the day in the foothills of Northern and Western Kyoto. You will visit Kinkaku-ji, a Zen temple also known as the Golden Pavilion. The top two floors of the building completely covered in gold leaf. Our guide will lead you through the beautiful gardens to the tea house where you will exit the temple.
A short walk down the street is Ryoan-ji. The attraction of this temple is its famous rock garden with its deceptively simple and clever arrangement of 15 stones. After some contemplative moments at the rock garden, you will leave the area and travel to the western side of Kyoto.
In Arashiyama, you will tour Tenryu-ji Zen temple with one of the finest gardens in Kyoto. You will exit the temple by the north gate which brings you right onto the famous verdant bamboo groves of Arashiyama.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
361 Rokkakucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8212
Located in the heart of Kyoto, steeped in the rich historic atmosphere of the ancient capital. Since the Edo Period, the Shinmachi-suji area has been lined with textile wholesalers. Above all is the site of the former Matsuzakaya Kyoto Supply Store, which once stood as a large shop in the area. This traditional and historic spot has been restored. One by one, the beams and pillars, the garden’s stones, and the artwork will bring a new breath of history to you. You’ll be led on a special sojourn that transcends the passage of time in Kyoto. We hope you will enjoy your stay at Mitsui Garden Hotel’s take on the meaning of Kyoto-style.
In the morning, join the tea ceremony and kimono wearing experience. Learn about the history of tea and the spirit of tea ceremony, then you can try making a cup of tea under an instructor’s guidance.
Rest of the day is free for your own activities.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
361 Rokkakucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8212
Located in the heart of Kyoto, steeped in the rich historic atmosphere of the ancient capital. Since the Edo Period, the Shinmachi-suji area has been lined with textile wholesalers. Above all is the site of the former Matsuzakaya Kyoto Supply Store, which once stood as a large shop in the area. This traditional and historic spot has been restored. One by one, the beams and pillars, the garden’s stones, and the artwork will bring a new breath of history to you. You’ll be led on a special sojourn that transcends the passage of time in Kyoto. We hope you will enjoy your stay at Mitsui Garden Hotel’s take on the meaning of Kyoto-style.
Take the airport shuttle bus to Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Osaka International (Itami) Airport (ITM) for your departure.