Destination: Japan
Towns and Cities: Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Akiota, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Sasebo, Kashima, Yanagawa
Duration: November 4 -11, 2025 (8 days)
Status: CLOSED
Deadline to receive deposits: Closed
HIGHLIGHTS
Okonomiyaki
Immerse yourself in an okonomiyaki experience. You’ll learn about the history of okonomiyaki and the process of manufacturing, bottling, and shipping okonomi sauce. Okinomiyaki is a versatile dish that can be adapted to any food culture or dietary restriction. It is a savory Japanese pancake made with various ingredients such as cabbage, pork, seafood, and noodles, grilled to perfection on a hot plate.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a significant historical site commemorating the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. A memorial park dedicated to the legacy of Hiroshima as the first city in the world to suffer a nuclear attack at the end of World War II, and to the memories of the bomb’s direct and indirect victims.
Itsukushima Shrine
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the Seto Inland Sea to reach Miyajima Island. Explore Itsukushima Shrine, one of Japan’s most famous and iconic Shinto shrines, known for its “floating” torii gate and stunning ocean views. It is partially submerged at high tide. It marks the entrance to the Itsukushima Shrine, which was first built in the 12th century.
Sandankyo Gorge
Located in northwestern Akiota, the 16-kilometer gorge along the Shibaki River is a part of Nishi-Chugoku Sanchi Quasi-National Park and has been designated a Special Place of Scenic Beauty by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. The rumbling of rushing water vibrates through your chest. Sunlight spills through the trees, reflecting on the water. The joy of breathing with nature fills your body. It’s an unforgettable experience.
Kumamoto Castle
A hilltop Japanese castle located in Chuo-ku, Kumamoto. The castle keep is a concrete reconstruction built in 1960 and is famous for sakura sightings.
Kusasennri
Kusasennri is a stunning grassy plain nestled within the vast caldera of Mount Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture. This flat, volcanic surface features two seasonal rainfed ponds, bordered by grazing horses and cattle, a picturesque scene enhanced by the backdrop of steaming Nakadake Peak.
Suizenji Park
A traditional Japanese landscape garden located in Kumamoto, Japan. The garden features a central pond, tea houses, manicured trees, and seasonal flowers, offering a peaceful and picturesque retreat that reflects classic Japanese aesthetics.
Unzen Ropeway
A scenic aerial tramway nestled in Unzen-Amakusa National Park, Nagasaki Prefecture. Whether you’re drawn to nature’s intensity, onsen cuisine, or poignant history, it’s a must-see in the Unzen area.
Glover Gardens
Nagasaki’s foremost tourist attraction, Glover Gardens, is an open-air museum featuring mansions and residences of the city’s former foreign residents. It is located on the hill where Western merchants settled down after the end of Japan’s era of seclusion in the second half of the 19th century.
Nagasaki Peace Park
After the atomic bomb exploded, it was said that grass and trees would not grow on this spot for 75 years. However, this park is currently full of trees, flowers, and artworks donated by countries all over the world in support of the city’s prayer for peace. The Peace Statue, a symbol of Nagasaki as a city of peace, was created by sculptor Seibo Kitamura, a Nagasaki native.
Mt. Inasayama
Ride the ropeway to the summit and catch the breathtaking view of the city.
Huis Ten Bosch
A theme park that recreates the Netherlands by displaying life-sized copies of old Dutch buildings. There are rides and attractions for everyone. Visitors can have a good time indulging in the view, enjoying the many attractions, savoring a meal at one of the many restaurants, or relaxing in a leisure boat touring the canals.
Yutoku Inari Shrine
A visually stunning Shinto shrine nestled into the foothills of Kashima City in Saga Prefecture. It holds the distinction of being one of Japan’s three major Inari shrines.
Yanagawa
Go on a scenic river cruise along the tranquil waterways of the Yanagawa Canal. Yanagawa “Kawakudari” (going downstream) is a punt tour of the waterways ramified across the city like a mesh, including the old castle’s moat. The wide and narrow waterway network spans a total length of about 470km, forming a unique landscape of the water district called Suigo.
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