TOUR ITINERARY

SEP. 26 (SUN) HONOLULU

Leave Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. A meal and snack will be served aboard the flight. Free Movies and Drinks.

SEP. 27 (MON) ASAKUSA,

ASAKUSA VIEW HOTEL

Arrive at Haneda International Airport, where your exciting journey in Japan begins. After clearing government formalities, transfer by bus to your hotel in Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s most historic and beloved neighborhoods, with a rich history spanning over 1,400 years. We will stay two nights at a hotel conveniently located within easy walking distance of a supermarket and the lively Shitamachi shopping district, an area known for its nostalgic charm, retro buildings, and authentic local atmosphere. After hotel check-in, your tour guide will take you on a relaxing Holo Holo stroll around the hotel, giving you the chance to get familiar with the neighborhood, browse nearby supermarket, 24 hours open Don Quijote Discount shop and enjoy your first taste of old Tokyo’s warm and welcoming spirit. 

SEP. 28 (TUE) ASAKUSA,

ASAKUSA VIEW HOTEL

Enjoy whole day sightseeing tour in Saitama, the hidden gem located just north of Tokyo. You will discover the traditional art of Japanese doll-making in the artisan town of Iwatsuki which has long been known as the “City of Dolls”, Japan’s premier doll-making hub since the 17th century. We will visit Iwatsuki doll Museum, exhibits excellent traditional doll collections and the culture of doll manufacturing in the area with 370-years history. Their extensive collection features various dolls and toys from Japan and overseas. You will meet elegant court ladies from the 18th century, fierce Samurai warriors, sweetly smiling babies, etc., as well as gorgeous Hina dolls for the annual Hina Matsuri doll festival. Those Nationally designated traditional craftworks will give you a gorgeous and warm feel. Later, we will visit Gyoda to see the amazing World’s Largest Rice Paddy Art. Rice paddy art is a stunning Japanese tradition where farmers plant different colored rice varieties to create giant, intricate pictures within the rice field. From ground level, the designs are invisible. However, from the 164 ft high observatory tower you can see the entire image of the amazing artwork. And visit Soka city known as the most famous brand of Rice cracker in Japan. This traditional Japanese snack is said to have originated in here Soka. It’s one of Japan's quintessential souvenirs. We will visit a Senbei (rice cracker) Factory, here you will enjoy Grilling your own Senbei and shopping. You can buy fresh and crispy Senbei rice cracker at the factory store for your souvenir. 

SEP. 29 (WED) CHICHIBU,♨

HOTEL ROUTE INN GRAND CHICHIBU(ONSEN)

Go to Kawagoe, a historic castle town still preserve clay-walled warehouse-style buildings build in Edo period (1603~1868). It’s the perfect place to experience ancient Japan with nostalgic charms. You can wander through the traditional warehouse-lined street with old style architecture on both sides which will make you feel like you've stepped back in time to Samurai period. You will also get chance to shop at “Kashiya Yokocho or Candy Alley” a narrow alley lined by traditional candy stores carrying snacks made of sweet potato, dried natto, etc. Also visit Kawagoe Festival Museum with display of huge float of Kawagoe Festival which is the proudest festival in Saitama and registered as UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. You’ll know about one of the most prominent traditional festivals in Japan through a short movie and actual float decorated with detailed embroidery and elaborate carvings. Afterward, visit Kinchakuda Manjushage Park which is well-known for its stunning display of crimson Red Spider Lilies. It blooms only a short period of this season and marks the end of summer and arrival of the Autumn in Japan. If timing is right, the entire park will be filled with brilliant cluster of this striking flower with flaming red color and distinctive spider-like shape. You will be able to enjoy strolling through a sea of Red Spider Lilies which creating a surreal and captivating experience that you won’t forget (blooming level depends on the climate of the year). Later head to Chichibu a rural city surrounded by beautiful forested mountains. We will stay at newly opened city hotel with Onsen Hot Spring bath and Open-Air Onsen Hot Spring bath. After Hotel check in, tour guides will take you to Supper Market and 100 yen store which is located next to the hotel. 

SEP. 30 (THU) MYOGI ONSEN,♨

MYOGI GREEN HOTEL&TERRACE(ONSEN)

Head to Ogawa Town, a rural small town which has long paper making history dates back to the 8th century. We will enjoy cultural activity “making traditional Washi Paper (Japanese hand-made paper)” with using your creativity. You can make a sheet of your own one-of-a-kind Washi paper. It’ll become an unforgettable memory and a nice souvenir to bring back to home. Afterward, go to Tomioka Silk Mill, registered as a UNESCO’s World Heritage Site as Japan's oldest modern model silk reeling factory established in 1872. You will witness the beginning of modern Japan at this impressive architectural and historical site. Local guide will take us inside of well-preserved brick building which had been operating until 1987. This historic factory is a starting point of Japan’s modernization. We will stay at Resort hotel located on a hilltop overlooking Mt. Myogi that is known as one of Japan's three most stunning places of rugged beauty. You can see dramatic scenery created by craggy peaks and unusual rock formations while soaking in Onsen Hot Spring bath and Open-Air bath. 

OCT. 1 (FRI) KUSATSU,♨

KUSATSU ONSEN HOTEL VILLAGE(ONSEN)

Head to Karuizawa, thrived as Japan’s most popular upscale mountain resort area which has been loved by celebrities from around the world such as John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Japanese Royal Family, Prime minister, etc. Visit Karuizawa Ginza Shopping Street at the main center of town. It has a pleasant atmosphere with respectable old stores carrying local sweets, fruits, souvenirs, ice cream, bakery, etc., standing side by side. As you take in the charming streetscape which blends Western and Japanese influences, you can enjoy shopping and street food. Later visit Shiraito Waterfall, a gorgeous waterfall of 10 feet high and 230 feet wide. The sight of water falling in sliver slender streaks appearing like hundreds of white threads is certainly magnificent. Then proceed to Onioshidashi Park that features stark landscape of volcanic lava formed by the big eruption of Mt. Asama in 1783. Take a closer look at the volcanic rocks of various bizarre shapes and impressive panoramic site created by mother nature. Then head to Kusatsu, “One of the Best Three Onsen Hot Spring resorts in Japan”, boasting Japan's largest volume of flowing hot spring water that have said to cure every illness. Upon arrival those who wish to visit Yubatake (hot spring field) “the symbol-existence of Kusatsu” (we need to take a hotel bus). Here we will see the main sources of hot spring water and the famous Yumomi Show. Enjoy traditional Kusatsu folk song and dance while stirring the bathwater with large wooden paddles. Tonight you can enjoy relaxing soak at the Onsen Hot Spring bath and Open-Air bath of famous Kusatsu Onsen. 

OCT. 2 (SAT) NAGANO,

HOTEL METROPOLITAN NAGANO

In the morning, we will enjoy driving along the Shiga-Kusatsu Scenic Road while viewing magnificent panoramic mountain scenery with the picturesque volcanic peaks. This route is richly immersed with nature at the highest point of 7,125 feet among the National Routes in Japan. It should be the timing that the colors of the mountains will start changing to Autumn foliage color. Later, we will enjoy Grape picking in season. One of the best examples of blessing of nature in Autumn in Japan is Grapes. Here, Nagano is a vast mountainous region and famous for its delicious and unique Japanese Grapes. Enjoy the fresh flavors of Autumn as much as you like! Later, visit Mayumi Takahashi Doll Museum which displays about 100 pieces of hand-crafted dolls made by the celebrated artist Mayumi Takahashi. It’s amazing to see the life in the Japanese countryside is authentically recreated with elaborate handmade dolls. These heartwarming dolls take you into a quaint rural world in Japan. Then head to Kurohime Heights sits in the foot of stunning Mt. Kurohime and Mt. Myoko. If timing is right, we will see millions of delicate pink, red, and white Cosmos carpet the slopes of the huge ski ground (Blooming level depends on climate of the year). Enjoy strolling through the brilliant scenery of petals swaying in the gentle breezes. Then go to Nagano city and the very convenient hotel which is directly connected to Nagano rail station and its shopping building. After hotel check-in enjoy Holo Holo at station building where you can buy Nagano’s local specialties. 

OCT. 3 (SUN) HAKUBA,♨

SIERRA RESORT HAKUBA(ONSEN)

We will enjoy Apple Picking in season. Nagano is the 2nd largest producer of Apple in Japan. Enjoy tasting Nagano Apple which is well-known for its fresh taste, sweetness, vibrant color and juiciness. Next, visit Zenkoji temple one of Nagano’s main attractions as Japan’s primary center of Buddhist faith for over 1,400 years. This National treasure’s main hall is nicely ornamented & praised as a "Masterpiece of Buddhist architecture". It’s interesting to walk the Nakamise street leading up to the temple which filled with various local sweets shop, souvenir shops, etc. Nagano has a lot of specialties including delicious “Oyaki bun”, nutritiously balanced snack consists of a buckwheat bun stuffed with local vegetables or Anko bean paste. We will enjoy tasting this local traditional food that has been loved by Nagano people. Then go to Hakuba, situated in the heart of breathtaking beautiful Northern Japan Alps therefore considered Japan’s premier alpine resort destination. We will stay for two nights at an award-winning mountain resort hotel. Enjoy the Onsen Hot Spring bath and Open-Air bath where you can be a part of nature in the Japan Alps. 

OCT. 4 (MON) HAKUBA,♨

SIERRA RESORT HAKUBA(ONSEN)

In the morning, ride a Gondola lift to Mt. Hakuba. Enjoy 8 minutes ride through the rugged cliff contrast beautifully against the verdant greenery to get one of the most impressive views of the Northern Japanese Alps from a great height. Then go to the Itoigawa UNESCO Global Geopark site which is home to a wealth of fascinating geological features and minerals. We’ll visit Fossa Magna Museum which exhibits rare minerals, such as jadeite and ohmilite, and fossils dug up from Fossa magna plates. Those can tell you the story of how the Japanese Island was formed. Then head to the Sea of Japan side where is the most famous regions for exceptional, ultra-fresh seafood in Japan. We’ll enjoy shopping and lunch at Marine Dream Nou with variety of stores carrying dried seafood, Jade accessories, local Sake, etc. It will be the right season of Red Snow Crab. If you wish to you can buy boiled crab come directly from the port and taste it at the facility right next! 

OCT. 5 (TUE) LAKE SUWA,♨

RAKO HANANOI HOTEL(ONSEN)

Visit Daisekkei Sake Brewery producing high-quality Sake using pure water from the Japan Alps and locally grown rice. We will see place where their Sake is made and enjoy tasting and shopping. Then head to Kamikochi, praised as "The Most Beautiful Valley in Japan" which is surrounded by towering peaks of 10,000 feet high mountains. Pass by one of Kamikochi's most scenic spots Taisho Pond to visit the “Kappa suspension Bridge” over the crystal-clear water. It is the best example of how mother nature blessed Japan. And visit Ukiyoe Woodblock print Art Museum. Ukiyoe is widely recognized as iconic form of Japanese art which flourished in the 17th~19th century. It offers a gateway into a world of captivating artistry of Edo-period. You will see their timeless beauty depicting Kabuki actors, beautiful women, urban fashions and heroes with vibrant colors, intricate shapes, flowing lines, and dynamic compositions. They reflect rich histories, engaging narratives, and interconnected themes. Later head to our hotel located by the largest lake in Nagano, Lake Suwa. Enjoy delicious Kaiseki dinner and Soak and relax in Onsen Hot Spring bath and Open-Air bath observing beautiful Lake Suwa. 

OCT. 6 (WED) ODAWARA,♨

TENSEIEN ODAWARA STATION HOTEL(ONSEN)

Visit Kanten (Agar) Exhibition Hall introducing a local specialty made with agar seaweed. Kanten is a healthy vegetarian ingredient used for diet meals, desserts and more. You can learn about Kanten and its production process and enjoy tasting and shopping. You will see various healthy, tasty and easy to prepare Kanten products such as a sort of jelly, instant soup, gelatin, pudding, hot cake mix, etc. Then head to Yamanashi, home to symbol of Japan Mt. Fuji. After enjoy shopping and lunch at Aeon Shopping Center, visit Oshino Hakkai small village in the Mt. Fuji Five Lake region. Cool and fresh spring water originated from Mt. Fuji fills 8 spring ponds. You can explore stunning views of crystal-clear ponds and you can drink this fresh spring water. And visit Hanano Miyako Park, popular flower park as “Full of Instagram-worthy spots.” We will see seasonal flowers such as Zinnia, Sulfur Cosmos, Soba Flower carpet fields with back ground of Mt, Fuji (depending on weather condition). Then head to Odawara a favorite destination for many Tokyo residents as a castle town still remains a culture and traditional atmosphere of the 16th century in Japan. We will stay for two nights at hotel which is located right next to Odawara station and Minaka Odawara, an interesting shopping complex recreates an Edo period post town. After hotel check in, you can stroll through its theme-park-like nostalgic street lined with many varieties of souvenir store, food stand, picking up sweet and savory treats. Good chance to enjoy shopping and tasting local street foods such as Wagashi (Japanese sweets), An-Pan, Rice ball, Fried mackerel (Akule), and more., in a historic castle town setting. And you can also enjoy a relaxing soak in Onsen Hot Spring bath and a scenic foot bath from where you can look down Odawara Castle. 

OCT. 7 (THU) ODAWARA,♨

TENSEIEN ODAWARA STATION HOTEL(ONSEN)

We will head to Hakone an internationally well-known as Japan’s most popular Onsen resort area with beautiful views of Mt. Fuji. We will enjoy tranquilizing Sightseeing Cruise on a serene Lake Ashi surrounded by beautiful mountains. You will see the best views of the lake in combination with Mt. Fuji can be seen by cruise ship. After having some time to enjoy shopping for local souvenir of Hakone, go back to Odawara to visit Odawara Castle Ruins Park that is designated as a National Historic Site and good place to get a sense of Japan's feudal history. It is one of Japan’s most famous castles, renowned as an “Impregnable castle” because of its magnificent fortress, boasting a total defensive structure stretching 5.6 miles. If you wish to, you can enter a restored castle tower and have a panoramic view of Sagami Bay and city scape of Odawara from top floor. And you can visit a captivating Samurai Museum to see powerful projection mapping show, collection of real Samurai weapons, armor, and swords from Japan’s feudal period, up close. (Lunch and Dinner will be at your own expense.) 

OCT. 8 (FRI) ODAWARA / HANEDA / HONOLULU

At checkout time our agent will come to tape and tie-up the boxes and take the baggage to be checked-in down. In the afternoon proceed by bus to Haneda Airport to catch Flight in the evening to Honolulu. Arrive in Honolulu the same morning, 8 Oct (Friday) After clearing U.S. Customs, proceed home. (Lunch and dinner will be at your own expense.) 

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