Transport

All transport Day 2 to 11. Bullet train, subways & more (Airport transfers Day 1 & 11 excl.) If you are on the 11-day tour or the Ski Extension, the tour price includes the return train to Tokyo.

Accommodation

10 nights of accommodations in twin bunks, pod style bed, and twin room Our handpicked accommodations in Japan offer a unique experience that blends traditional and modern elements. From staying on tatami mats to modern hostels. We believe in providing our guests only with the best places that we have personally experienced and loved. You can choose from twin or triple rooms, as well as multi-sharing options, for a memorable stay that you won’t forget anytime soon.

Others

Welcome Dinner, Senso-Ji Temple, Japan Orientation, Tokyo Districts, Sushi Making Class, Shibuya Crossing, Mt Fuji Viewing, Romance Car, Kiyomizu-Dera, Fushimi-Inari Golden Pavilion, Kendo Class, Dotonbori walk, Osaka Food Tour Osaka Castle grounds visit Snow Monkey Park, Final night Karaoke

Meals

5 Breakfast 1 Lunch 3 Dinner Please note that dietary requirements are limited in Japan, particularly for vegans. While we make every effort to accommodate dietary requirements, due to the cuisine in Japan, this isn’t always easy. Guests with strict dietary requirements may need to provide for themselves for certain meals. Please contact our Travel Experts for more information.

Guide

Legendary One Life Tour Guide Our crew comprises of award winning tour guides who will make your trip unforgettable. Expertly trained and prepared for every circumstance – they’ll be your new best mate and a fountain of knowledge all wrapped up in one and will stop at nothing to make your trip life changing. Our local guides are second to none – in each destination they’ll partner up with your tour leader to show you how passionate they are about their home.

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Tipping Pre and post tour accommodation Arrival and departure transfers

Flights

International and domestic flights

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost

Insurance

Insurance Travel insurance is required for all of our tours

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Day 1 Welcome To Japan! Tokyo Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Japan! Tokyo Time

Welcome to Tokyo! Upon arrival at your hostel, take some time to relax and settle in before we head out in the evening. Tonight you will meet up with the rest of the group and indulge in some delicious Japanese cuisine. After dinner, when the crowds have dispersed, we will explore the magnificent Tokyo Senso-ji Temple by night.
Day 2 Explore Tokyo: Harajuku, Yoyogi Park & Akihabara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore Tokyo: Harajuku, Yoyogi Park & Akihabara

We will begin the morning with a Japan Orientation Briefing where you will learn about simple Japanese customs and phrases to help you navigate your way throughout the country. Then, we will move on to Harajuku, which is the birthplace of Japanese teen pop culture. We will explore the area and enjoy its vibrant atmosphere. Next, we will go to Yoyogi Park, which is home to the beautiful Meiji Shrine.

Later, we will head to Akihabara, which is known as Tokyo’s electric town. You will be amazed by the neon lights and crazy shops. You can challenge each other in the arcades, visit the famous Maid Cafes, or just wander around the area.
Day 3 Tokyo: Sushi Making Class & Shibuya Crossing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tokyo: Sushi Making Class & Shibuya Crossing

In the morning, after breakfast, we will be attending a private sushi-making class. During the class, you will learn how to make Miso soup, three types of sushi, and the secrets behind Teriyaki. If you prefer the vegetarian option, inform your guide or One Life a week before the tour starts.

In the evening, we will be heading to Shinjuku. There, we will have an opportunity to see the unparalleled skyline of Tokyo, visit the famous Omoide Yokocho alley and enjoy some dinner before viewing the famous Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing.
Day 4 Hakone: Mt Fuji Viewing & Romance Car
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hakone: Mt Fuji Viewing & Romance Car

Today, we will be taking the "Romance Car" to the beautiful mountain town of Hakone. After checking into our guest house nestled in the mountains, we will spend the day exploring the surrounding areas using various modes of transportation. What makes Hakone so special is not just its incredible cuisine but also the breathtaking view of Mount Fuji (subject to weather conditions). After a day of exploring and capturing the beauty of Japan’s most famous mountain through photographs, we will organise a traditional Japanese Family Nabe dinner in our guesthouse. To end the day we will play some games.

*If you have asthma/respiratory conditions the brief visit to Owakudani is not advisable, please speak to your guide for an alternate arrangement.
Day 5 On To Kyoto! Gion District Walking Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

On To Kyoto! Gion District Walking Tour

We’ll grab a quick breakfast on our way to catch our bullet train to Kyoto. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of the beautiful city in Winter during the first half of the day. In the evening, your tour guide will take us around Kyoto’s Gion district, which is known for Geishas (Japan’s traditional art form of entertainment). If you’re lucky enough, you might even spot one!
Day 6 Kyoto, Kiyomizu-Dera, Fushimi-Inari
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto, Kiyomizu-Dera, Fushimi-Inari

We will wake up early and catch the subway to the Fushimi-Inari Shrine, so we can avoid the crowd of tourists and work our way through the mountain and explore the endless corridors of red gates. After that, we will visit Kiyomizu-dera temple, which is one of the most famous temples in Japan. It is a beautiful bamboo and wooden complex that sits high on the mountainside. Later, you can opt in to participate in a traditional Tea Ceremony and rent kimonos. You will have the rest of the day to explore at your leisure.
Day 7 Kyoto, Golden Pavilion! Zen Garden & Kendo Class
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto, Golden Pavilion! Zen Garden & Kendo Class

We will head to the Golden Pavilion, a beautiful gold-laden building surrounded by a lake. Although it is a popular destination throughout the year, it is particularly breathtaking during winter. Witnessing the golden pavilion set amidst the silver snow will make you feel like you are in a fairytale. Later in the day, we will attend a traditional Kendo class in the dojo where it all began. Your instructor will be an authentic Bushido practitioner, a descendant of a real Japanese Samurai, who will teach you the principles of this respectful martial art.
Day 8 Kyoto To Osaka, Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kyoto To Osaka, Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour

Take advantage of the morning to explore before we head to the station for our next destination. From there, we will travel to Osaka where you will have some time to explore. In the evening, we will have a food tasting tour in the famous Dotonbori area. You will be able to experience the food, people, lights, and colours of the "kitchen of Japan".
Day 9 Osaka To Nagano
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Osaka To Nagano

Before we head to the station to catch our train to Nagano, we will have some time in the morning to explore Osaka some more. You can enjoy the impressive view of Osaka Castle and then collect your bags from the hotel before boarding the train to Nagano. Nagano is surrounded by some of the best ski fields in the world and is famous for hosting the 1998 Winter Olympics. In winter, it is truly amazing, with mountains covered in thick snow and beautiful frosted white sakura trees.
Day 10 Nagano, Snow Monkeys And Onsens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Nagano, Snow Monkeys And Onsens

The morning we’re up early to explore a winter wonderland a short train ride away. We will arrive at the Jigokudani Monkey Park when it opens to avoid the crowds. After a short walk through the beautiful scenery, you will catch your first glimpse of the famous red-faced Snow Monkeys as they bask in the warm hot spring waters. We will give everyone free time in the magical onsen town called Yudanaka where you can soak in the hot springs whilst feeling the cool air around you or taste some local sake. In the evening we will meet up for our farewell karaoke!
Day 11 Back To Tokyo And Goodbye! (Japan Winter 11 Day Tour)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Back To Tokyo And Goodbye! (Japan Winter 11 Day Tour)

For those who are not staying for the ski package, it is time to bid farewell to your new friends who are staying on to Ski, and catch your train back to Tokyo (this is included) where the tour ends.

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Japan Winter One Life Adventures 11-Day Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Japan Winter One Life Adventures 11-Day Tour

Welcome To Japan! Tokyo Time

Explore Tokyo: Harajuku, Yoyogi Park & Akihabara

Tokyo: Sushi Making Class & Shibuya Crossing

Hakone: Mt Fuji Viewing & Romance Car

On To Kyoto! Gion District Walking Tour

Kyoto, Kiyomizu-Dera, Fushimi-Inari

Kyoto, Golden Pavilion! Zen Garden & Kendo Class

Kyoto To Osaka, Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour

Osaka To Nagano

Nagano, Snow Monkeys And Onsens

Back To Tokyo And Goodbye! (Japan Winter 11 Day Tour)

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