A Japenese Love Story

PRIVATE TAXI

One way transfer from Narita Airport (NRT) to Tokyo Hotel

Airport Transfer

Hotel Check-in

Nippon Seinenkan Hotel

3.5-star · 4-1 Kasumigaoka cho, Shinjuku-ku

Activity

Mount Fuji and Hakone Full-Day Tour (Return by Shinkansen)

Escape the hustle and bustle of the capital for the day, discover an alternative side to Tokyo and relish the picture-postcard landscapes. Enjoy a day full of surprises and adventures. A trip up to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station , at a staggering 2,300 meters above sea level, will offer you captivating perspectives. Cruise along Lake Ashi, a crater lake along the southwest wall of the caldera of Mt. Hakone, formed by a powerful volcanic eruption nearly 3,000 years ago. The lake is famous for its picture-postcard views of Mt. Fuji towering in the distance. Admire the superb views as you glide along the waters on a relaxing boat ride. Soar above the trees and admire the panoramic views of the surrounding Hakone National Park as you ride to the peak of Mt. Komagatake in only seven minutes on the Mt. Komagatake Ropeway . Here you will enjoy 50 minutes to explore the area and visit the original spiritual Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya that nestles at the mountaintop. Afterwards, leave Hakone behind and head towards Odawara by bus. We arrive at Odawara Station between 5pm and 7:30pm. Board the Kodama Shinkansen in the non-reserved section for the full adventure! The train will first stop at Shin-Yokohama and then Shinagawa stations. We'll be arriving back at Tokyo Station between 6pm and 8pm. Once you arrive, you'll be ready to explore the wonders of Tokyo on your own! Head out from the vibrant Tokyo Station and discover the city at your own pace. Traffic congestion is always an adventure! Your arrival time to Tokyo Station may vary depending on the season and the day of the week, making every journey unique. And, just so you know, the return time may be later than scheduled. (Estimated arrival time to Tokyo Station: 8pm-10pm) We are delighted to announce that our guide's explanations can now be enjoyed using an amazing free app! All you need to do is download the app onto your smartphone (Wi-Fi only needed when downloading the app; Wi-Fi at the meeting location may be used). And the great news just keeps on coming: you can also continue to use the multilingual audio guide service separately as usual! Options • With Lunch: It includes Japanese-style beef hot pot, sukiyaki style + 1 plate of fruit, coffee (unlimited coffee) • Without Lunch: It is advisable to prepare your own lunch before the tour departs, as there are no cafes, restaurants or food vendors available at the lunch venue. Important information • A vehicle without Wi-FI may be used (depending on the number of tour participants, the vehicle may be changed to a mid-size or small-size bus, van, minivan, taxi, etc.) • From 2022, a portion of the sales will be donated for the conservation of Mt. Fuji as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. • No alternative destinations are planned when the tour reaches beyond the 1st station. When the tour has to turn back at the 1st station, or when the Fuji Subaru Line is completely blocked, the tour will visit Lake Kawaguchi or the Fuji Visitor Center. Please note that this alternative itinerary may be omitted from the tour depending on traffic conditions. • Credit for images copyrighted by ©Yasufumi Nishi/©JNTO/©Odakyu Electric Railway/©Akira Okada

SHARED RAIL

Train from Tokyo to Kyoto

Hotel Check-in

Irori Kyoto Station Higashi-honganji

3-star · 33, Nijuninkocho, Shimogyo-ku

Activity

Kyoto Gion Night -Small Group Walking Tour

Ever wanted to spontaneously book a tour on the same day you take it? This short guided walking tour will have you experiencing the Gion night scene in just three hours! This is perfect if you only have a couple of hours to spare. Enjoy the enchanting nightlife of Gion, Kyoto's historic geisha district . As the sun sets, the streets come to life with beautifully illuminated lanterns, elegant restaurants, charming bars, and traditional teahouses. Wander around the traditional backstreets, visit offbeat temples and shrines, and may even get to catch a glimpse of a geiko or maiko (apprentice geiko) on their way to entertain guests (not guaranteed). Go on this guided walking tour with a friendly and knowledgeable guide who will help you explore Hanamikoji Street (one of the best-preserved historic streets), Yasaka Shrine (also known as Gion Shrine), and more. Learn about the rich history, architecture, and customs of the area, and gain a deeper understanding of Japan's culture and traditions. End point: Sanjo Ohashi Bridge

Activity

Kyoto in One Day - Tour

This is a popular tour visiting the renowned sights of Kyoto including several World Heritage sites. On this tour you will be accompanied by an English speaking guide. This tour consists of a visit to Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Sanjusangendo Temple, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This tour will take you to famous temples, a shrine, a castle, and other majestic places of interest in Kyoto. Nijō Castle - A flatland castle in Kyoto built in 1603 and consists of two concentric rings. The grounds house a renowned Japanese landscape garden, the Ninomaru Palace Garden Kinkaku-ji Temple - Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994, it was named Kinaku-Ji, meaning 'Temple of the Golden Pavilion', because of the famous Golden Pavilion, which was actually a pagoda built to house the sacred relics of Buddha. Kyoto Imperial Palace - The palace, known historically as Dairi, was the residence of the Emperor and the establishment dates back to the year 794 during the Heian-kyo Relocation. Kitano Tenmangū (if Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed) - The Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is a shrine built in the northwest section of Kyoto over 1000 years ago and was built during 947AD by the emperor of the time in honour of Sugawara no Michizane. Fushimi Inari Taisha - Dedicated to Inari, the deity of a good harvest and success in business, Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head of all of Japan's Inari shrines Sanjusangen-do Temple - It is located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, it houses a representation of what is immortal. Particularly impressive is its collection of 1001 statues. Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Halfway up Mt. Otowa, one of the peaks in Kyoto’s Higashiyama mountain range, stands the temple, to which large numbers of visitors come to pay their respects to Kannon, a deity of great mercy and compassion. This tour is recommended for those traveling to Kyoto for the first time. After the tour, participants will be dropped off again in Avanti (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit). Important information The Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed to visitors on the following days: Mondays (it is also closed on the following day if Monday is a national holiday) and whenever there is an Imperial Household event, so the tour will visit Kitano Tenmangu Shrine instead. If the closed day falls on the 25th, the tour will visit Nishi Hongan-ji Temple. Nijo Castle is closed on Tuesdays in January, July, August, and December. (It will also be closed on the following day if Tuesday is a national holiday). If closed, Ryoan-ji Temple will be visited instead. Participants will need to walk from the parking lot to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (about 15 minutes one-way). The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations. There will be no designated seats.

Activity

Nara Afternoon Tour: Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park and Kasuga Taisha Shrine

Come and enjoy this authentic experience where you get to visit two World Heritage Sites in Nara, Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, as well as Nara Park on this half-day afternoon tour. As we walk through Nara Park you will get to see wild deer up close, a rarity in Japan and elsewhere in the world. You will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide and after the tour, will be dropped off in Avanti (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit). Todai-ji Temple - It was the chief temple in the Kokubun-ji system, it was a centre for rituals for the peace of the nation and the prosperity of the people, it was also used as a centre for the training of scholar monks who studied Buddhist doctrine. See t he intensity of Todai-ji Temple's Great Buddha statue, which is absolutely stunning. Kasuga Taisha Shrine - It is a distinguished shrine with 3,000 auxiliary shrines across the country and 3,000 donated lanterns, demonstrating how widely and deeply worshipped the shrine is. Just like in ancient times, services are offered every morning and evening, and prayers are offered for national and global peace, and for the happiness and wellbeing of all people. Important Information Participants will need to walk from the parking lot to Todai-ji Temple (about 15 min one-way). Please let us know at the time of booking if you require crutches or a wheelchair, or have a chronic illness that make it difficult to walk long distances. The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations. There will be no designated seats.

PRIVATE TAXI

One way transfer from Kyoto Hotel to Kansai Airport (KIX)

Airport Transfer