Japan lies off the East Coast of the Asian Continent and consists of four major islands and more than 6,800 smaller islands.
Blessed with stunning landscapes, beautiful mountains, rivers, lakes and trees, Japan is one of the most developed industrial nations in the world and is well known for its cutting edge technology.
Co-existing with this modernity is a rich history and cultural tradition.
With its beautiful countryside, futuristic technology, unique culture and arts, Japan is an excellent destination for schools.
Curriculum Focus
Accommodation
We use Tourist Class hotels in Japan. Students are generally accommodated in twin/three bedded rooms. Accompanying staff on free places share twin rooms. All single rooms carry a supplement. All rooms have full private facilities and are air conditioned.
Day 1 — Tokyo – Depart London for your overnight flight to Tokyo Narita International Airport .
Day 2 — Tokyo – Morning Arrival in Tokyo and transfer to your hotel (included in your tour price). Tokyo is the capital city of Japan with a population of about 12 million and is the political, economical and cultural heart of the nation. The city is many faceted with towering skyscrapers, traditional streets and facades, elegant gardens & temples, neon lights and amusements! Afternoon guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo. Visit the Tokyo Tower (333m); on fine days you can see Mt Fuji. See the Imperial Palace, formerly known as Edo Castle, home of the Japanese Royal Family. Visit the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (closed Tuesdays). Here you can participate in demonstrations and experience cutting edge technology. Evening dinner and overnight Tokyo.
Day 3 — Tokyo – Depart your hotel after breakfast for a guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo. Visit Kaminarimon, Asakusa. The red lantern is the centrepiece of the gate of Sensofi, the oldest temple in Tokyo (built in 628). It stands at the entrance to Nakamise Dori, a well preserved local street with traditional restaurants and shops. Continue to the Sumo Hall, Ryogoku and visit the Sumo Museum (closed Saturdays and Sundays). At the Edo-Tokyo Museum, Ryogoku (closed Mondays) displays guide you through 400 years of history. At the National Science Museum (closed Mondays), exhibit themes include the global environment, evolution, bio diversity, space and technology. Evening dinner and overnight Tokyo.
Day 4 — Tokyo to Hiroshima – After breakfast check out of your Tokyo hotel and take the high speed bullet train to Hiroshima (4hrs 40mins). Arrive Hiroshima and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening dinner and overnight Hiroshima.
Day 5 — Hiroshima – Depart after breakfast for a tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima. Visit the Peace Memorial Museum, a moving and inspiring journey through the experiences of Hiroshima's people after the atomic bomb attack in 1945. The gardens around the Museum have many statues and monuments. See the Atomic Bomb Dome, the symbol of the city and the only building left standing after the explosion. Half an hour from the city is the Itsukushima Shrine, on the Island of Miyajima. Evening dinner and overnight Hiroshima.
Day 6 — Hiroshima to Kyoto – Depart after breakfast. Take the bullet train to Kyoto. Arrive in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan with its cobbled streets and elaborate gardens and Shrines. Traditional arts and craft still thrive here. Visit Nijo Castle, built in the 17th Century for the Shogun Tokugawa leyasu. See the Kinkakuji, originally built in 1397, but completely rebuilt in 1955 following its destruction by fire. The gilded building is surrounded by picturesque gardens. Also visit Kiyomizudera, dating from 798. The main hall with its imposing verandah was built without nails and hangs over the temple gardens. Evening dinner and overnight Kyoto.
Day 7 — Kyoto to Tokyo – After breakfast morning visit to Kyoto Handicraft Centre. Optional (not included), activities, craft classes or dressing as a Geisha. Afternoon bullet train to Tokyo (3hrs). Evening dinner and overnight Tokyo.
Day 8 — Depart after breakfast, transfer to Tokyo Airport to connect with your return flight to London. You will arrive the same day.
Meal Arrangements
Half Board: Evening meal on Day 2.
Final Meal - Breakfast on Day 8. Meals served in the hotel or local restaurant.
Your Tour Includes
Guided sightseeing tours and entrance fees for the programme detailed.
Return flights London – Tokyo.
Transfer by Coach or Bullet Train as detailed in the itinerary (ordinary class).
1:10 Free of charge
Insurance
Quality guide book and map
Tour Variations
Add extra days and include a visit to a Japanese School
STS are happy to quote for an extended tour or a different itinerary to suit your requirements
Not Included
Lunch
Optional activities in Kyoto (see tour information)
Other Information
Tour may be reversed due to local conditions
Some places of interest may be substituted due to weekly closure dates
Co-existing with this modernity is a rich history and cultural tradition.
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