Sakura Elegance Japan Tour (All Tours and Experiences Included)

Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal 3 hours before your flight.

After our ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, flight to Osaka with Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight. After arriving at the airport, we transfer to our hotel in Osaka with our private vehicle. Osaka, the second-largest city in Japan, is considered one of the most colorful cities in the country with its modern life, vibrant street culture, delicious cuisine, and friendly people.

After having our breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we depart for our Osaka city tour. Our first stop is the Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Japan. Founded in the 3rd century AD and considered one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, Sumiyoshi Taisha is dedicated to the Sumiyoshi gods, known as the protectors of sailors, merchants, and travelers. Then we visit Osaka Castle, one of the symbols of Osaka. We explore this magnificent structure with its historical texture, museum, and city view seen from the castle walls. We have free time around noon. Those who wish can have lunch, and those who wish can take short explorations in the surroundings. In the afternoon, we arrive at the Dotonbori district, considered the heart of Osaka. We experience the lively atmosphere of this place with its colorful signs, fun atmosphere, and delicious street food. Immediately after, we take a walk on Shinsaibashi, one of Osaka's most popular shopping streets, and visit the shops. We check into the hotel in the evening and rest. Our overnight stay is at our hotel in Osaka.

After breakfast at our hotel, we depart from the hotel to visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. We will be able to walk in the forest, which has a 500-meter walking path, listen to the sounds created by the wind passing through the bamboos, and feed the wild monkeys. Afterward, we go to Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion Temple), which fascinates with its magnificent structure covered with gold leaf. We take unique photos by watching the reflection of the temple in the pond. During our free time for lunch, we wander through Nishiki Ichiba Market. Afterward, we will go to the Kimono rental shop, where we will experience one of the most colorful experiences of our tour. After renting our kimonos, we will experience Japan's traditional tea ceremony. After returning our kimonos, we will visit Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district. We walk through the narrow streets and travel to the past among traditional houses. Our overnight stay is at our hotel in Kyoto.

After breakfast at our hotel, we continue our Kyoto Tour. We visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, one of the most important and most visited shrines in Kyoto. Built in 711 AD and dedicated to Inari, the god of fertility, trade, and success, this sacred shrine is considered one of Japan's most iconic symbols with its thousands of red Torii Gates. Later, we visit the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, one of Kyoto's most important cultural heritages. Walking through the historical Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets leading up to the temple, we feel the traditional Kyoto atmosphere and find the opportunity to discover souvenir shops and local delicacies. After the free time we give for a lunch break, we depart from Kyoto and arrive in Nara city. First, we visit Todaiji Temple, one of Japan's largest wooden structures and famous for its massive bronze Buddha statue. We encounter friendly deer roaming freely in Nara Deer Park, located right next to the temple, feed them, and have pleasant moments. We check into the hotel in the evening and rest. Our overnight stay is at our hotel in Kyoto.

After breakfast at our hotel, we will depart and visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. We will have the chance to walk along the 500-meter trail, listen to the sounds created by the wind passing through the bamboo, and feed the wild monkeys. Afterwards, we will visit the nearby Tenryuji Temple. Famous for its Zen gardens, this temple welcomes us with a blend of history and nature. Then, we head to the magnificent Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion Temple), which fascinates visitors with its gold-leaf-covered structure. We will take unique photos while watching the reflection of the temple on the pond. During our free time for lunch, we will stroll through the Nishiki Ichiba Market. Afterwards, we will head to a Kimono rental shop to experience one of the most colorful activities of our tour. After renting our kimonos, we will experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Once we return our kimonos, we will visit Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district. Our next stop will be a visit to Gion, one of Kyoto's historic districts. We will walk through the narrow streets and take a journey into the past among the traditional houses. Overnight stay at our hotel in Kyoto.

After breakfast at our hotel, we will drop off our luggage at the hotel lobby. While our suitcases are sent to our next hotel by a separate vehicle, we will enjoy a comfortable and relaxing bullet train journey. After check-out procedures, we head to Osaka Station, where we will board the Shinkansen, the world's first high-speed train, for an approximately 2.5-hour journey to Hakone Station. We will visit Oshino Hakkai village, one of Japan's most beautiful natural spots. We have free time here for lunch. In this traditional village, famous for its eight crystal-clear natural ponds formed by the melting snow of Mount Fuji filtering through the ground for decades, we will have the opportunity to get to know Japanese rural life up close and enjoy unique landscapes. Afterwards, we will participate in the Mount Fuji Boat Tour on Lake Kawaguchi. If weather conditions permit, we will have the opportunity to take unforgettable photos by viewing the majestic Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, from different angles on the lake. We will arrive at our hotel in the evening. After completing our check-in procedures, we will settle into our rooms. Overnight stay at our hotel in Tokyo.

After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our Tokyo Tour. First, we head up to Tokyo Tower, one of the symbols of Tokyo. Inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris and standing at 333 meters, it held the title of Japan's tallest structure for many years and offers visitors a unique panoramic view of the city. From the observation deck, we will have the opportunity to see Tokyo's modern skyscrapers, historic districts, and, on clear days, Mount Fuji. Later, we will move on to the Asakusa Temple, also known as Senso-Ji Temple, a Buddhist temple considered one of the oldest and most colorful in Tokyo. Also called the Temple of the Three Gods, it attracts great interest from both tourists and locals. It is one of the rare temples in Tokyo that survived the bombings in the final year of World War II, and therefore, the original structure of the building remains intact. Built in 1649, the temple was reportedly constructed to honor three brothers who were deified after finding a statue of the goddess Kannon in a river. We will also see the shopping street called Nakamise in the area. After our free time for lunch, we will have an impressive experience at TeamLab Planets Toyosu, which showcases fascinating examples of digital art. We will experience the harmony created by light, water, and sound. Afterwards, we will spend time on the luxury shopping street Ginza. Then, we will transfer to our hotel in Tokyo. Overnight stay at our hotel in Tokyo.

After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for the famous Kisarazu Outlet shopping center, located about 1 hour from Tokyo. Kisarazu Outlet is home to over 300 stores, including a mix of popular Japanese lifestyle brands as well as luxury brands such as Armani, Lacoste, Givenchy, and Burberry. Seasonal sales and holiday specials offer unique opportunities for savvy shoppers, with discounts sometimes reaching up to 70% off retail prices. We then head to the Harajuku district, known as the center of Tokyo's youth, fashion, and pop culture. We will take a pleasant walk along Takeshita Street, famous for its colorful shops, unique boutiques, and atmosphere reflecting youth culture. Afterwards, we reach Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest spots in Japan. After seeing the world-famous Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing, we will visit the bronze statue erected in memory of Hachiko, the Akita dog known worldwide for its loyalty, whose life has been the subject of films.

After breakfast at our hotel, we continue our Tokyo Tour. Our first stop is the Tsukiji Fish Market, famous for its fresh fish, seafood, and colorful market atmosphere. Here, we touch the heart of Japanese cuisine and take a short walk through the lively atmosphere of the market. We head to the gardens of the Imperial Palace, the official residence of the Japanese Imperial Family. We will stroll along the peaceful walking paths and photograph the exterior beauty of the palace. After our free time for lunch, we arrive at Akihabara, famous for its electronics stores, colorful signs, and anime culture. We will feel the energy of the region by taking a short exploration. At the end of our tour, we explore Shinjuku, one of the busiest and most colorful districts of Tokyo. Famous for its modern skyscrapers, giant shopping malls, entertainment areas, and neon lights, Shinjuku is one of the places where the heart of Tokyo beats. With the end of our tour, we head to the airport for our return flight. After passport and baggage procedures, we leave Japan and begin our return journey.

Arrival at Istanbul Airport in the morning local time and the end of our tour. We say goodbye until we meet on our next enjoyable trip.