Arrive in Japan and settle into your serene five-star retreat in Tokyo. The city hums with possibility as cherry blossoms frame your welcome. Tonight is your invitation to slow down, meet your travel sisters, and savor the beginning of something unforgettable.

🚌 Transport: Private airport transfer to hotel
🏨 Overnight Stay: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable travel clothes; casual elegance for dinner

Evening

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Welcome Dinner

Enjoy a sumptuous welcome dinner at Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main. Gather with fellow travelers for your first shared meal, featuring seasonal Japanese cuisine and warm introductions. This is your moment to unwind, toast the journey ahead, and savor your arrival in Japan.

Meals Included: Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main, Deluxe Room

Wake up to your first full day in Tokyo with a sense of curiosity and calm. Today’s journey offers an immersion into the rich textures of city life—from the energy of local markets to the stillness of temple grounds, with cherry blossoms blooming overhead.

🚌 Transport: Private coach with English-speaking guide
🏨 Overnight Stay: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable walking shoes; light layers for changing weather

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Tsukiji Market & Sushi-Making

Begin your day at the Tsukiji Outer Market, where stalls brim with fresh seafood and colorful produce. After sampling local delicacies, step into a hands-on sushi-making class with a skilled chef. Learn to shape nigiri and roll maki, then enjoy your creations over green tea.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Cherry Blossoms in Ueno Park

Stroll through Ueno Park as sakura petals drift on the breeze. This hanami tradition—blossom viewing—is a treasured part of spring in Japan. Then head to Asakusa to visit Sensoji Temple and wander Nakamise Street, rich with souvenirs and sweet treats.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main, Deluxe Room

From hushed shrine paths to high-fashion avenues and neon-lit crossings, today invites you into Tokyo’s many faces. You’ll move between past and present with ease, each moment adding texture to the city’s vibrant story. This is Tokyo in motion: poetic, playful, and pulsing with life.

🚌 Transport: Private coach with English-speaking guide
🏨 Overnight Stay: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable shoes for walking; light jacket for the evening

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Meiji Shrine & Harajuku

Begin at the peaceful Meiji Shrine, set within a lush forested park. Walk beneath towering torii gates and learn about Shinto traditions. From there, step into the colorful world of Harajuku’s Takeshita Street—famous for its fashion boutiques, crepe stands, and youthful energy.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Shibuya Crossing

Conclude your day with a visit to the iconic Shibuya Crossing. Join the orchestrated chaos of the world’s busiest pedestrian intersection and take in the skyline from a local café. It’s a fitting finale to a vibrant, high-energy day.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main, Deluxe Room

Journey into the foothills of Mt. Fuji, where the city gives way to sakura-lined roads and forested quiet. Today invites a pause. Take a moment to breathe deeply, embrace stillness, and witness the mountain’s quiet grandeur. In every view, you’ll find a deepening connection to land, tradition, and yourself.

🚌 Transport: Private coach to Mt. Fuji and Hakone
🏨 Overnight Stay: Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable travel clothes; layers for cooler mountain air

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Chureito Pagoda & Mt. Fuji 5th Station

Visit Arakurayama Sengen Park, where the Chureito Pagoda offers a postcard-perfect view of Mt. Fuji framed by sakura blossoms. If weather permits, continue up to the 5th Station for a breathtaking high-altitude perspective.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Lake Kawaguchi Lunch

Savor a gourmet lunch by the serene waters of Lake Kawaguchi. The lakeside setting reflects Mt. Fuji’s grandeur, adding depth and calm to your midday meal.

Evening

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Ryokan Stay with Kaiseki & Onsen

Check into your traditional ryokan, Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika. After a multi-course kaiseki dinner celebrating seasonal flavors, unwind in the open-air onsen. Let the mineral waters and starlit sky soothe you into bliss.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika, Japanese-Style Room

Adventure meets elegance today as you glide across crater lakes, ascend through cloud-fringed valleys, and savor the flavors of Hakone’s geothermal wonders. Each moment feels handcrafted—part breathtaking, part whimsical. With Mt. Fuji watching over it all, this day becomes a playful, poignant celebration of Japan’s natural beauty and elemental charm.

🚌 Transport: Private coach with English-speaking guide
🏨 Overnight Stay: Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable shoes, layers for altitude, and sun protection

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Lake Ashi Cruise & Hakone Ropeway

Set off on a serene cruise across Lake Ashi. Admire the reflections of cherry blossoms and, if skies are clear, the majestic outline of Mt. Fuji. Then ascend via the Hakone Ropeway for sweeping views of valleys and peaks.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Owakudani Volcanic Valley

Visit Owakudani, a geothermal area of steaming vents and bubbling springs. Sample the famous black eggs—boiled in the sulfuric waters and said to add years to your life—before enjoying a regional lunch at a local restaurant.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Laforet Hakone Gora Yunosumika, Japanese-Style Room

Glide into Kyoto, where golden temples reflect in quiet ponds and ancient traditions breathe through gardens and shrines. Today unfolds in gentle rhythms—through bamboo groves, serene bridges, and the elegant hush of tea houses. Let yourself soften into Kyoto’s timeless beauty and the graceful spirit of old Japan.

🚌 Transport: Private coach, First Class Bullet Train from Odawara to Kyoto
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kyoto Hotel Okura
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable travel wear; easy-to-remove shoes for temple visits

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Bullet Train to Kyoto

Depart Hakone and board your First Class shinkansen. Settle into plush seats and enjoy views of the countryside speeding past as you make your way to Kyoto.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Golden Pavilion & Arashiyama

Arriving in Kyoto, your private guide leads you to the glittering Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji), followed by Tenryuji Temple and its peaceful gardens in Arashiyama. Walk through the towering Bamboo Grove and cross the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge.

Evening

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Kimono Experience

Conclude your day with a memorable kimono experience. Dress in elegant traditional attire and stroll Kyoto’s lantern-lit streets, fully immersed in the grace of your surroundings.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Kyoto Hotel Okura, Superior Room

Today, Kyoto invites you to look closer. From hillside temples to preserved merchant streets, the city's spirit reveals itself through graceful rituals and quiet corners. You’ll walk historic paths, sip matcha in a tea ceremony, and step into the elegance of geisha tradition.

🚌 Transport: Private coach with English-speaking guide
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kyoto Hotel Okura
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable shoes, modest attire for temples

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Kiyomizu Temple

Begin your morning at Kiyomizu-dera, a hilltop temple with sweeping views over Kyoto. Explore its storied verandas and sacred halls, where ancient beliefs meet panoramic beauty.

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka Streets

Afterward, wander down the cobbled lanes of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka—lined with traditional wooden shops, local sweets, and the scent of incense wafting through preserved Kyoto charm.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Kodaiji Temple

Discover the tranquil beauty of Kodaiji Temple and its exquisite gardens. This temple, nestled in the heart of Higashiyama, offers a moment of peace and reflection amidst moss-covered paths and gently raked sand gardens.

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Green Tea Ceremony

Step into the meditative rhythm of a traditional Green Tea Ceremony. Guided with intention and grace, you'll learn about the practice and symbolism behind each gesture while savoring matcha in a quiet tea room.

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Zen Meditation

Conclude the afternoon with a gentle introduction to Zen meditation. In the quiet hall of the temple, a local instructor will guide you through the breath-centered stillness that is the heart of this practice.

Evening

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Gion Geisha District

As evening falls, walk the lantern-lit alleys of Gion. This historic district offers glimpses of Kyoto’s most enduring cultural icons—graceful geisha and maiko moving through time-honored streets with timeless poise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Kyoto Hotel Okura, Superior Room

Your final full day takes you deeper into Japan’s spiritual heart. You’ll walk through thousands of crimson torii gates, stand before a giant bronze Buddha, and share one last elegant meal with the women who’ve walked beside you on this unforgettable journey.

🚌 Transport: Private coach with English-speaking guide
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kyoto Hotel Okura
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable walking shoes; layers for indoor/outdoor shifts

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Fushimi Inari Shrine

Begin the day at Fushimi Inari, Kyoto’s most iconic Shinto shrine. Walk the hillside path beneath thousands of bright torii gates, each one a prayer offered in vibrant red. This is a space of movement and meaning—quiet, winding, unforgettable.

Afternoon

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Todaiji Temple & Great Buddha

Travel to Nara to visit the grand Todaiji Temple, home to the world’s largest bronze Buddha. Step into the temple’s soaring wooden hall and feel the calm that radiates from centuries of devotion and artistry.

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Nara Deer Park

Afterward, stroll through Nara Deer Park, where sacred deer roam freely. Pause to feed them and enjoy a gentle moment of connection in nature.

Evening

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Farewell Dinner

Return to Kyoto for a final shared dinner. With refined cuisine and warm conversation, we’ll honor the memories made and the friendships formed—raising a glass to the beauty of Japan and the sisterhood that shaped this journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation: Kyoto Hotel Okura, Superior Room

As morning light filters into Kyoto, it’s time to gather your memories and say goodbye. Whether your journey ends at the airport or the train station, our team will ensure a smooth departure. Carry the rhythm of Japan home with you—graceful, grounded, and unforgettable.

🚌 Transport: Private transfer to Osaka Kansai Airport or Kyoto Train Station
🏨 Overnight Stay: N/A
👗 Attire Tip: Comfortable travel attire

Morning

✨ TDJ HIGHLIGHT: Departure Support

A TDJ representative will meet you at your hotel to assist with your private transfer. Whether you’re flying out of Osaka or catching a train onward, your exit will be as seamless as your stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight Accommodation: N/A