JAPAN TOUR PROGRAM

Travel Period: May 20, 2025 – July 25, 2025
Planner: Nguyen Thanh Son
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DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY – KANSAI OSAKA

🛫 21:00: Check in at the airport and begin the flight to Kansai International Airport, Japan at 00:45. Estimated arrival time: 07:00 AM the following morning (flight duration approximately 4 hours 40 minutes).

DAY 2: KOBE – OSAKA

🛬🚗 07:00 – 09:00: Complete immigration procedures in Japan. Private vehicle welcomes the group and transfers to Kobe City for sightseeing.

Kobe Port Tower

Visit Kobe Port Tower – an iconic symbol of Kobe City, famous for its rare tubular architectural structure.

🍽 12:00: Lunch featuring premium Kobe Beef Steak, one of Japan’s world-famous culinary specialties.

Osaka City Tour

In the afternoon, transfer to Osaka – historically known as Japan’s commercial center during the Edo period and today recognized as one of the country’s greatest culinary capitals.

Osaka Castle

Explore Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s three most famous historic castles that played an important role in the unification of Japan.

Located in the center of Osaka, the castle is admired for its massive scale, elegant architecture, and timeless historical atmosphere.

Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori

Visit Osaka’s vibrant luxury shopping district and stroll along the lively Dotonbori riverside filled with famous Japanese street food and local culture.

🍽 18:30: Dinner featuring fresh sashimi and hotpot dishes prepared live at the restaurant.

Hotel check-in in Osaka and overnight stay.

DAY 3: KYOTO

🍽 07:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.

🚗 Transfer to Kyoto (approximately 1 hour).

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Visit the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, dedicated to Inari – the deity of prosperity, successful business, and abundant harvests.

The endless pathway of vibrant orange Torii gates stretching along Mount Inari creates one of Japan’s most iconic landscapes.

Sannen-zaka & Hokanji Pagoda

Experience Kyoto’s traditional atmosphere with centuries-old wooden houses along Sannen-zaka Street and check in at the famous five-story Hokanji Pagoda.

🍽 Lunch: Enjoy Kyoto specialties such as soba noodles and tofu cuisine.

Kiyomizudera Temple

Visit one of Kyoto’s most sacred and famous temples.

Guests can enjoy a traditional kimono experience and take memorable photos at Kyoto’s most cultural and historic locations.

Gion Old Town

Walk through Kyoto’s most historic district, well known for preserving traditional Japanese culture and Geisha heritage.

🍽 18:30: Return to Osaka hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Kaiseki Fine Dining Experience

Enjoy luxurious Kaiseki cuisine – a traditional Japanese culinary art that requires exceptional presentation and highly refined cooking techniques.

DAY 4: KYOTO

🍽 07:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.

🚗 08:30: Departure for sightseeing activities.

Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)

A UNESCO-recognized masterpiece admired for its extraordinary architecture, aesthetic beauty, and cultural significance in Japan.

🍽 12:00: Lunch featuring traditional Japanese Washoku cuisine.

Washoku has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, representing gratitude toward nature and seasonal ingredients deeply rooted in Japanese daily life.

Authentic Tea Ceremony Experience

Experience traditional Japanese tea ceremony while wearing luxurious kimono attire.

Combining Zen Buddhism, kimono culture, and tea ceremony traditions, this experience recreates the elegance, harmony, and tranquility of ancient Japan.

Guests will:
• Learn about tea ceremony history and philosophy
• Enjoy peaceful moments away from modern life
• Taste premium matcha tea and traditional wagashi sweets

🍽 19:00: Dinner featuring premium Wagyu beef hotpot before returning to Osaka hotel.

DAY 5: OSAKA – NARA

🍽 07:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.

🚗 08:30: Transfer to Nara – the first ancient capital of Japan.

Todaiji Temple

Explore the historic Todaiji Temple, over 1,300 years old and home to the world’s largest wooden structure and a massive bronze Buddha statue standing 16 meters tall and weighing 550 tons.

Nara Park

Enjoy a relaxing walk through Nara Park with its famous friendly wild deer.

🍽 12:00 – 13:30: Lunch featuring local Nara cuisine in a traditional restaurant atmosphere.

Afternoon Options

Option 1: Seasonal Fruit Picking Experience

Japanese fruits are famous worldwide for their premium quality and sweetness.

Guests can:
• Visit carefully maintained fruit gardens
• Learn about Japanese cultivation techniques
• Pick and enjoy fresh seasonal fruits directly from the farm

Option 2: Premium Outlet Shopping Experience

Explore luxury outlet shopping centers featuring hundreds of famous international brands, along with Japanese health supplements and specialty products.

DAY 6: KANSAI – VIETNAM

🛫 06:00: Hotel check-out and transfer to Kansai International Airport.

✈️ 07:30: Complete check-in procedures for the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City, ending the unforgettable Japan journey.

TRIP COST

36,860,000 VND/person

(Based on a group of 10 guests)

INCLUDED

• 1 Driver & 1 Tour Guide
• VietJet Air round-trip airfare including checked baggage and carry-on luggage
• Private 24–29 seat vehicle throughout the journey
• 3–4 star hotels & private homestay accommodation (2–3 guests per room)
• Accommodation for driver and guide
• Full visa application services
• Travel insurance with compensation coverage up to 2–5 billion VND
• Entrance tickets according to the itinerary
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as listed in the program
• Vietnamese & Japanese-speaking guide support
• Assistance with restaurant reservations and shopping arrangements
• Support for self-applied visa procedures
• Drinking water and cold towels on the vehicle

EXCLUDED

• Single room supplement: 3,500,000 – 5,000,000 VND depending on request
• Personal shopping and additional meal expenses