Experience Tokyo - A Spectacular Modern Metropolis 

There’s a reason why Tokyo has become a hugely popular destination for tourists around the world. Its sheer vastness allows the city to boast an incredible mix of cuisine, culture and nature. If you’re looking to experience natural beauty, you won’t be far from one of the city’s iconic cherry blossoms. You can also visit Mount Fuji on your Tokyo multi centre holiday, the tallest peak of the country and still an active volcano. 

If you’re looking for culture in this manga capital, there’s a skyscraper in every corner of the city. For foodies, there’s an astounding 170 Michelin-starred restaurants - making it the city with the most Michelin stars globally. With the vast numbers of world-famous restaurants, people come to dine here from all over the world. 

With breathtaking views, an explosion of colour and a fascinating mix of iconic and ultra-modern Japan, Tokyo is undeniably a bucket list destination. 

Osaka Prefecture - Experience The Best of Contemporary Japan

The best thing about a Japan multi centre holiday? You’ll get the opportunity to zip between destinations on one of the country’s bullet trains - reaching speeds of up to 200 miles per hour! This means that even the travel is exciting, plus you won’t need to spend vast amounts of time journeying between cities. 

Osaka, the ultra-modern second stop in our Tokyo and Osaka multi centre holiday is fantastic for families, a solo adventure, or a romantic getaway. If you’re looking for a thrill, visiting Universal Studios is a must! If late night entertainment is your thing, indulge in a sake or two on the 40th floor of one of Osaka’s skyscrapers and finish the night with a snack from a late night food market. If you’re visiting with children, the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is one of the largest and most impressive aquariums in the world - a must for hours of family fun. For a leisurely, relaxed experience, have a picnic or leisurely walk in the vast grounds of Osaka Castle Park. 

Kyoto - The Heart of Japan’s Rich Culture 

Kyoto is truly the culture capital of Japan. Here, you can slow down and experience the immense beauty of Kyoto’s ancient heritage: from shrines, temples and the Shimbashi Geisha District, this is the place to explore everything that’s beautifully unique about Japan’s heritage. 

For a touch of wildlife, enjoy the Iwatayama Monkey Park, where over 120 Japanese macaques roam freely atop Mount Arashiyama. If you’re enjoying a leisurely pace, we recommend visiting the Kyoto Botanical Gardens - offering expansive green spaces and beautiful picnic spots. 

Being the culture capital, you can also immerse yourself in the fun, international exhibits of Kyoto. The newly opened Nintendo Museum in Uji (just outside of Kyoto) offers an interesting and engaging experience for people of all ages. Meanwhile, the Kyoto International Manga Museum invites visitors to explore a vast collection of manga - while learning the history of the art form. 

Make the Most of Japan on a Guided Tour 

On our 12-day premium Japan guided tour, you can immerse yourself in the absolute best of Tokyo and Kyoto. You’ll have the chance to experience food in the most fabulous food markets, visit the most iconic temples, attend the tragic and unforgettable memorials in Hiroshima and so, so much more. 

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