Japan
Overview
Discover the incredible breadth of Japan’s culture and history, from the contemporary flair of Tokyo to the charms of traditional Kyoto, visiting historic temples, overnighting at a sought-after ryokan, and sampling its culinary treasures.
Advantages
Behold the exalted flowering cherry trees, known locally as sakura, or view the vivid red leaves of autumn
Experience neon-lit Tokyo and feel the vitality of this buzzy world capital, playing taiko drums and visiting a seafood market
Be among the few to stay at Gôra Kadan, one of the country’s most exclusive ryokans (traditional inns), access made possible by A&K’s local relationships
Zoom by bullet train along the classic stretch past majestic Mount Fuji to Osaka, where you savor a foodie experience in the renowned Dotonbori District
Embrace the tranquil spirit of Kyoto, exploring the traditional Zen rock gardens at Ryoan-ji and contemplating the gold leaf detailing at the glittering Kinkaku-ji Temple
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1
ARRIVE TOKYO, JAPAN
Day 2
TOKYO
| SPIRITUAL CENTERS & EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP
Day 3
TOKYO
| DESIGN YOUR DAYHAKONE
Day 4
HAKONE
| STAY AT A TRADITIONAL RYOKAN
Day 5
OSAKA
| BULLET TRAIN & DOTONBORI DELICACIES
Day 6
NARA
| INSIGHTS INTO A PROFOUNDLY SPIRITUAL HERITAGE
Day 7
KYOTO
| THE GOLDEN PAVILION & BAMBOO GROVE
Day 8
KYOTO
| HILLSIDE VIEWS AND TEA
Day 9
DEPART KYOTO