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Highlights of Japan

14 days, 6 cities | From $4,029 $3,029 before flights($1,000 off) | Estimated payments as low as $81 |

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Why go?

In Japan, there’s something unique around every corner. It could be a centuries-old shrine, it could be a street lit entirely in neon, but it’s probably a vending machine. Immerse yourself in the past and travel into the future as you explore every side of the Land of the Rising Sun.

What you'll get

Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
12 nights in handpicked accommodations
12 breakfasts
4 dinners
Expert Tour Director
24/7 support
2 insider tours with a local guide
Entrance to shrines, temples, and other local attractions

Picture yourself

Uncovering centuries of tradition at ancient temples and shrines
Slurping ramen and popping sushi on repeat
Wandering the neon streets of Shibuya and Dotonbori
Traveling at 200 mph on the mind-blowing bullet train
Cruising around a lake in the shadow of Mt. Fuji

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Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Hop on a plane bound west for Japan—where the lights are bright, the ramen is plentiful, and the shrines are shrining.

Day 2: Arrive in Tokyo

Say konnichiwa to Tokyo, home to more people, vending machines, and Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else. Settle in, meet your fellow travelers, and get ready to explore.

Today’s highlights

Land at the airport and meet an EF representative.
Transfer to your accommodations and check in.
Meet your Tour Director and get deets on tomorrow’s schedule.

Travel questions?

Chat with a Trip Expert!

1-800-766-2645
Monday–Thursday, 9am–7pm ET
Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET

Special Black Friday Hours:
Thursday, November 14: 9am–7pm ET
Friday–Saturday, November 15–16: 9:30am–5pm ET

Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Hotel Amanek Kamata

This contemporary hotel is located in the Ota Ward of Tokyo. Guests will enjoy easy access to the Kamata train station, massage services, and communal bath. Nearby, you’ll find the Nomi River, many restaurants, and a variety of...

Ibis Kyoto Station

This cozy hotel is located in Minami Ward within Kyoto. Guests will enjoy a buffet breakfast style, air conditioning, and WiFi. Nearby, you’ll find many Korean restaurants, Muromachi-koji Square, and a variety of chic bars.

Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda

This chic hotel is located in the Fukushima Ward of Osaka. Guests will enjoy a fitness center, a restaurant, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find the Symphony Hall, Tombori River Walk, and a haunted house.

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3rd-time traveler Esbeidy, traveled in Oct 2024

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1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Oct 2024

My tour was amazing!! Maurice was so helpful and made so much effort to connect with everyone. It was very important to him that we were all taken care of and having fun!! Everything went great and he had such a positive impact on the trip for everyone.

Wish I Never Left

1st-time traveler Sommer, traveled in Aug 2024

Our tour of Japan with EF Tours was absolutely incredible! From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene temples of Kyoto, every moment was unforgettable. A huge part of what made the trip so special was our amazing guide, Mirai. She was not only knowledgeable and organized...

Trip of a lifetime!!

1st-time traveler Alexis, traveled in Oct 2024

Itinerary- I think the itinerary had a perfect amount of organized tours and free time. On the free days Mari had optional tours lined up to take us through areas with good shopping options and food! If you have something different, just ask Mari! She had so many good...

A must-experience trip!

1st-time traveler Ashley, traveled in Oct 2024

The highlights of Japan tour was amazing. We got to see, do, and taste a ton of things across Japan and felt like two weeks was the perfect amount of time. I felt like we got a lot out of the guided tours but also had a ton of time to do other things during free days. Mari was...

the best trip!

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Sep 2024

Japan was so special. It was truly an exciting two weeks and personally, a very healing trip. I met such great people, saw incredible sites, and had the best tour guide ever. Thank you, Japan and thank you, Sam! I highly recommend.

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