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Grab the kids and head to the place where spiritual tradition meets modern tech – Japan of course! Start in Tokyo, where you’ll explore the Harajuku district, kawaii culture and ancient shrines. Learn how to play the Taiko drums and soak up the neon lights before heading to the countryside. Enjoy a farm stay experience in Kawane to get a breath of fresh air and tuck into a farm-to-table feast with your gracious hosts. Wander through temples and markets as you immerse yourself in the culture and tradition of Kyoto. End it all in Osaka, where you’ll take a sushi-making class and toast to a trip well-travelled!

Trip Name
Japan Highlights Family Holiday
Last Updated
2024-04-27
Days
8
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Start your trip by diving into Japanese culture with a fun and immersive Taiko drumming workshop in Tokyo. End your trip in Osaka with a super fun sushi-making experience (the perfect skill to bring home from your trip to Japan).
  • Step into the world of youth subculture and quirky fashion in Harajuku – the centre of Tokyo’s pop culture, known for its colourful street art, vintage clothes shops and hole-in-the-wall bars and restaurants.
  • Travel past Mt Fuji via bullet train and settle into rural Japanese life at a local farm stay, where you can help harvest tea and prepare a home-cooked, farm-to-table feast for dinner with your hosts.
  • Immerse yourself in the history and tradition of Kyoto among shrines, geishas and temples before a food tasting tour of the markets where the sesame ice-cream is sure to be a hit with the kids!
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Tokyo
Konnichiwa! Welcome to Japan. Your adventure begins in Tokyo – the thriving capital of an ancient land. If you arrive early, wander through the streets full of hi-tech gadgets and neon lights and discover the duality of a modern city steeped in tradition. Maybe head out on an Urban Adventures day tour, like the Tour Through Tokyo’s Kitchen (just see urbanadventures.com/en). You’ll meet your fellow travellers and group leader at 5 pm tonight for a welcome meeting. After, head out for a welcome dinner with the other families and toast to the start of an adventure.
Day 2 - Tokyo
This morning after breakfast, head out on a leader-led tour of Harajuku – a district known for its colourful street art, youth fashion, vintage clothing shops and trendy bars that line the leafy avenues. Visit the tax-free shop Kiddyland, where you can pick up some plushies of your favourite characters, then hit Takeshita Street – the birthplace of kawaii culture. If the kids (or the adults) love cartoons, anime or games, today will be an absolute delight! This afternoon, visit the Meiji Shrine and then head to a taiko drumming class, where you’ll see how the experts play these traditional instruments before trying it out for yourself. After, visit Shibuya, the famous crossing between two of the busiest railway stations in the world! Snap your pics and enjoy a free evening to find the perfect dinner spot.
Day 3 - Tokyo
Tokyo is a city with something for everyone so today is yours to explore however you choose. You might like to head across town to Shinjuku, central Tokyo's most vibrant district to visit the Metropolitan Government Building which boats panoramic city views from its 202-metre-high observation deck. On clear days you can see Mount Fuji and make sure to keep an eye out for the giant Godzilla statue. Take in history and marvel at ancient treasures at the National Museum or a kid favourite, is the Natural Museum of emerging science and innovation. Perhaps print a small 3D version of yourself at Small Worlds, visit a manga (Japanese comic and cartoon) market in Akihabara, or create your own entertainment with some karaoke. Fancy even more of a thrill? You could even spend the day at a nearby amusement or theme park, the options are endless!
Day 4 - Kawane
Today, hop on the Shinkansen (Japanese bullet train) to Kanaya Station, where you’ll transfer to the scenic train that travels through mountains and gorges in Kawane. The ride is especially beautiful during cherry blossom season in the spring. Your farmstay host for the night will welcome you at the station and take you to their home – a local tea farm. You and the family will then try your hand at tea picking and learn about how the tea is properly brewed, trying some tea tempura, too. Your farm host will also show you the local seasonal vegetables that they’ve got in their garden. Maybe get your hands dirty and help out with some farm work! Dinner will be a home-cooked feast using seasonal vegetables from the farm, and your host will be able to teach you a thing or two about Japanese home cooking.
Day 5 - Kyoto
This morning, make breakfast with your host at the farm and take the last opportunity to chat and learn their stories before saying goodbye. Enjoy watching the Japanese countryside pass you by as you travel by train to the vibrant city of Kyoto. On arrival you'll have time to check into your hotel before heading out for a leader-led walk through Gion, Kyoto's most famous geisha district. hear stories from the area as you pass temples and historic sites then this afternoon is yours to enjoy however you like. There are many optional activities to choose from or perhaps find a local restaurant for a spot of people watching and, if you're lucky, you might just see a geisha or two pass you by.
Day 6 - Kyoto
This morning, have some breakfast and then visit Fushimi Inari – the head shrine of the kami Inari with the classic red design. Take your time to feel the serenity of the place and then take a walking food tour of Nishiki market. Here, you’ll get to sample some of Kyoto’s local favourites and sit down for lunch with the family – this is the perfect place for the kids (and you!) to try something new and delicious. This afternoon is free for you to choose your own adventure. The kids might like to explore the International Manga Museum or take on a samurai experience – this activity lets the kids become ninjas-in-training for the afternoon and they’ll learn about the history of ninjas and samurai in Japan (while wearing some traditional garb of course).
Day 7 - Osaka
This morning, have breakfast and then travel to Osaka by train. Osaka is Japan’s second-largest metropolitan area after Tokyo and is popular for its modern architecture, nightlife and delicious street food. When you arrive, you’ll head out on a super fun sushi-making experience for lunch. Pick your favourite ingredients and then learn how to make the perfect snack! This afternoon, you have some free time – maybe visit the Osaka Castle – before a farewell dinner with your leader and the other families. Toast to a trip well-travelled and after, maybe head out for a drink or a show.
Day 8 - Osaka
With no activities planned for today, your trip comes to an end in Osaka. If you’d like to spend more time in this vibrant hub (and why wouldn’t you?) just speak to your booking agent.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
26-05-202402-06-2024AUD $ 4,698-
30-06-202407-07-2024AUD $ 5,020-
07-07-202414-07-2024AUD $ 5,270-
28-07-202404-08-2024AUD $ 5,070-
04-08-202411-08-2024AUD $ 5,020-
18-08-202425-08-2024AUD $ 5,120-
22-09-202429-09-2024AUD $ 5,460-
29-09-202406-10-2024AUD $ 5,620-
20-10-202427-10-2024AUD $ 5,405-
06-04-202513-04-2025AUD $ 5,785-
08-04-202515-04-2025AUD $ 5,785-
13-04-202520-04-2025AUD $ 5,785-
20-04-202527-04-2025AUD $ 5,785-
25-05-202501-06-2025AUD $ 5,420-
01-07-202508-07-2025AUD $ 5,370-
06-07-202513-07-2025AUD $ 5,370-
08-07-202515-07-2025AUD $ 5,370-
20-07-202527-07-2025AUD $ 5,370-
03-08-202510-08-2025AUD $ 5,370-
10-08-202517-08-2025AUD $ 5,370-
17-08-202524-08-2025AUD $ 5,370-
21-09-202528-09-2025AUD $ 5,785-
23-09-202530-09-2025AUD $ 5,785-
28-09-202505-10-2025AUD $ 5,785-
05-10-202512-10-2025AUD $ 5,785-
31-03-202607-04-2026AUD $ 5,675-
05-04-202612-04-2026AUD $ 5,675-
07-04-202614-04-2026AUD $ 5,675-
12-04-202619-04-2026AUD $ 5,675-
24-05-202631-05-2026AUD $ 5,270-
30-06-202607-07-2026AUD $ 5,270-
05-07-202612-07-2026AUD $ 5,270-
07-07-202614-07-2026AUD $ 5,270-
21-07-202628-07-2026AUD $ 5,270-
02-08-202609-08-2026AUD $ 5,270-
09-08-202616-08-2026AUD $ 5,270-
16-08-202623-08-2026AUD $ 5,270-
20-09-202627-09-2026AUD $ 5,675-
22-09-202629-09-2026AUD $ 5,675-
27-09-202604-10-2026AUD $ 5,675-
04-10-202611-10-2026AUD $ 5,675-

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights),Farm stay (1 night)

Transport

Metro,Local Train,Bullet Train

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