Japan Private Tour (JPN012): Senso-ji Temple, Gotemba Premium Outlets, Kiyomizu-dera, Shinkansen Bullet Train & Universal Studios Japan (5 Days 4 Nights)
- 5 days 4 nights
- Private van + driver
- Flexible route
Discover Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun, on a 5-day, 4-night journey packed with must-see highlights and shopping: Tokyo - Kawaguchiko - Toyohashi - Kyoto - Osaka all in 5 days. Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets, admire Kiyomizu-dera Temple, ride the Shinkansen bullet train, explore Universal Studios Japan, and much more.
Day by day
Day 1 Tokyo
Day 2 Tokyo - Kawaguchi
Day 3 Kawaguchi - Toyohashi
Day 4 Toyohashi - Kyoto - Osaka
Day 5 Osaka - Tokyo
1 Tokyo (no meals)
Arrive in Tokyo. We will meet you at the airport and head to Tokyo DisneySea, a magical theme park inspired by myths and legends of the sea. Along with numerous exciting attractions, the park offers a wide variety of restaurants and sweet treats. Tokyo DisneySea features 7 themed ports: Mediterranean Harbor (Italian style), Mystery Island (set inside a volcano at the center of the park), Mermaid Lagoon (the undersea realm of Ariel and friends), Arabian Coast (the magical world of Aladdin), Lost River Delta (set among ancient pyramid ruins in the American jungle), Port Discovery (featuring a roller coaster, water fountains, and Aquatopia), and American Waterfront.
Afterward, head to Shibuya, the bustling commercial and transit heart of Tokyo.
2 Tokyo - Kawaguchi (breakfast)
Today, enjoy a city tour visiting must-see highlights such as Asakusa Temple (Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street), famed for its giant red lantern inscribed with the kanji characters "Kaminari-mon" (Thunder Gate)—a major attraction that draws visitors from all around the world. As Tokyo's oldest temple, admission to the grounds is free. You can also make a prayer and offering with a go-en (5-yen) coin.
Next, visit Tokyo Skytree, a premier viewpoint and photo spot overlooking the entire city. On clear days, you can take in a stunning view of Mount Fuji. The tower is surrounded by shopping malls and fascinating museums.
Drive past the Tokyo Imperial Palace, which beautifully preserves Japan's pristine natural landscape. In spring, the grounds are covered in cherry blossoms, and in autumn, the leaves turn into vibrant seasonal colors. Entry to the Imperial Palace can be arranged via advance registration or by queuing up on-site in front of the palace. The guided walking tour takes about 1.15 hours accompanied by an official guide.
End the day in Ginza, an iconic district that seamlessly blends Tokyo's time-honored traditions with modern sophistication, bustling with department stores and diverse dining spots.
Afterward, travel to Kawaguchi to stay overnight.
3 Kawaguchi - Toyohashi (breakfast)
Today's first stop is Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba, an open-air museum and traditional craft village where you can explore Japanese heritage and support local handicrafts.
Afterward, head to Gotemba Premium Outlets, a premier shopping destination boasting over 200 brand-name stores, set amidst picturesque natural scenery overlooking lakes, flower gardens, and Mount Fuji.
Overnight in Toyohashi.
4 Toyohashi - Kyoto - Osaka (breakfast)
Start the day exploring Kyoto's essential sights, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple (Pure Water Temple), famed for its stunning cherry blossoms and vibrant autumn foliage. Celebrated for its breathtaking wooden architecture, it is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue to Yasaka Shrine, one of Kyoto's most historic shrines, celebrated for hosting the annual Gion Matsuri festival every July, as well as its lovely cherry blossoms in April.
Afterward, experience riding the Shinkansen bullet train from Kyoto to Osaka. Upon arrival in Osaka, head to Shinsaibashi, Osaka's renowned shopping arcade stretching over 2 kilometers, packed with pharmacies, cosmetics shops, 100-yen stores, character shops, restaurants, and cafes.
5 Osaka - Tokyo (breakfast)
Today, spend a fun-filled day at Universal Studios Japan, a world-class must-visit theme park in Osaka and the only Hollywood movie-themed park in Japan, packed with thrilling rides, shows, and dining spots.
Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight back, arriving in Tokyo in approximately 1.3 hours.
Subject to hotel availability or similar: 1 Tokyo: La'gent Shinjuku Kabukicho Hotel or similar 2 Kawaguchi: Daito Fuji Resort or similar 3 Toyohashi: Loisir Hotel Toyohashi or similar 4 Osaka: Namba Oriental Hotel or similar
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Stories from real trips
Groups who travelled to Japan with us

We've traveled around Japan on our own many times, but this time we wanted a more comfortable trip with a deeper experience than going by ourselves. It was fun and great value! The service was very impressive. Rin took wonderful care of us from the first tour inquiry to the end of the trip. We'll be using See You Again as our regular company for every trip.

We could have traveled to Japan on our own, but since we wanted to try Japan's delicious restaurants and didn't have time to do the research and book the tables, we thought it was better to let the tour company take care of it. They are, of course, more professional than we are.

We have both elderly family members and a child, so we didn't want to take the train because handling the luggage would be difficult. We decided to travel privately instead. It was really worth the price we paid, and it became one of the best trips our family has ever had.

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