Japan: Land of the Rising Sun
Group Leader: Jennifer Hegedus
Requested Return Date: 3/27/2025
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For over 55 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to one global mission: Opening the World Through Education. Our programs help students expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, grow more confident and independent, and understand new people, places, and cultures.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
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Day 3: Tokyo
Tour Tokyo with an expert local guide
Walking Tour in Harajuku Shopping District
Visit the Meiji Shinto ShrineTake a walking tour of Shibuya
Visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple
Take a tour of Akihabara Electric Town
Sumo-style Hot Pot Dinner
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Day 4: Tokyo
Add this in-depth excursion
Joypolis indoor theme park
Explore the attractions at Joypolis, a unique indoor theme park, at your own pace. As you immerse yourself in the VR-style arcade games and thrilling rides, you’ll also experience the culture and technology within the Japanese entertainment industry. Lunch is included.
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Day 5: Tokyo • Kamakura • Hakone
Travel to Hakone via Kamakura
Visit the Hachimangu shrine
Visit the Great Buddha of Kamakura
Explore Kamakura on your own
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Day 6: Hakone • Odawara • Kyoto
Travel to Odawara via Owakudani and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Visit the Hakone Open Air Museum
Ride the Mount Komagatake cable car
Enjoy free time in Owakudani
See Odawara Castle
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Day 7: Kyoto
Tour Kyoto with an expert local guide
Visit the Gold Pavillion
Visit the Nishijin Textile Centre
Visit Nijō Castle
Tour the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Walking tour of Arashiyama Forest
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Day 8: Kyoto • Osaka
Visit the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
Take a guided tour of Nara
Visit Todaiji Temple
Visit Kasuga-taisha, Nara's most celebrated shrine
Travel to OsakaTake a tour of Osaka's Dotonbori canal street
Enjoy dinner at the Dotonbori Canal Street Market
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Japan
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Day 2: Tokyo
Meet your Tour Director at your destination -
Day 3: Tokyo
Tour Tokyo with an expert local guide
Walking Tour in Harajuku Shopping District
Visit the Meiji Shinto ShrineTake a walking tour of Shibuya
Visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple
Take a tour of Akihabara Electric Town
Sumo-style Hot Pot Dinner
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Day 4: Tokyo
Add this in-depth excursion
Joypolis indoor theme park
Explore the attractions at Joypolis, a unique indoor theme park, at your own pace. As you immerse yourself in the VR-style arcade games and thrilling rides, you’ll also experience the culture and technology within the Japanese entertainment industry. Lunch is included.
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Day 5: Tokyo • Kamakura • Hakone
Travel to Hakone via Kamakura
Visit the Hachimangu shrine
Visit the Great Buddha of Kamakura
Explore Kamakura on your own
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Day 6: Hakone • Odawara • Kyoto
Travel to Odawara via Owakudani and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
Visit the Hakone Open Air Museum
Ride the Mount Komagatake cable car
Enjoy free time in Owakudani
See Odawara Castle
Travel by bullet train to Kyoto -
Day 7: Kyoto
Tour Kyoto with an expert local guide
Visit the Gold Pavillion
Visit the Nishijin Textile Centre
Visit Nijō Castle
Tour the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Walking tour of Arashiyama Forest
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Day 8: Kyoto • Osaka
Visit the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine
Take a guided tour of Nara
Visit Todaiji Temple
Visit Kasuga-taisha, Nara's most celebrated shrine
Travel to OsakaTake a tour of Osaka's Dotonbori canal street
Enjoy dinner at the Dotonbori Canal Street Market
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Day 9: Depart for home
Feel confident helping your child see the world
Parents, we know you have tons of questions—and we’re here to answer each and every one. (Seriously, call us anytime.) Visit our parents’ page for everything from payment plans and scholarship opportunities to safety protocols and the chance to hear from fellow moms and dads like you.
Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
Hear a fellow parent's experience with student travel
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Have questions about this tour? Give us a call at 1-800-263-2806.
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Entrances
Meiji Shinto Shrine; Asakusa Kannon Temple; Tokyo National Museum; Hachimangu Shrine; Lake Hakone Cruise; Mount Komagatake Ropeway; Odawara Castle; Nijo Castle; Gold Pavilion; Kiyomizu Temple; Gion Corner Performances of traditional Japanese Arts; Inari Taisha Shrine; With extension: Istukushima Shrine; Peace Memorial Museum; Himeji Castle
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
All your EF tour questions, answered
On our easy-to-navigate Help Center, you’ll find information on everything from our Automatic Payment Plan to passports to our experienced, culturally knowledgeable Tour Directors.
