DEPARTURE NIGHT: HCMC – KANSAI AIRPORT (Overnight on the plane)
You gather at Tan Son Nhat airport to check in for flight VJ828 (01:00 - 08:30) to Japan. You stay overnight on the plane.
DAY 1: KANSAI – KOBE – OSAKA (Handheld Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Morning: It is expected that around 08:30 the group will arrive at Kansai international airport and complete immigration procedures. Car takes you back to Kobe to visit:
- Hakutsuru Sake Museum : one of the famous Sake production areas in Japan, learn about the process of making Sake, then you will be able to try some delicious types of Sake.
- Kobe Port Tower (exterior photography): symbol of Kobe city. The commercial complex is located facing Osaka Bay, redeveloped from the old factory ruins. This is where shopping and entertainment centers, wedding restaurants, and hotels are located. At night, the entire tower is lit with LED lights, creating a shimmering, magical scene.
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant with famous Kobe beef.
Afternoon: The group moves to Osaka to visit:
- Osaka Castle (exterior photography): is a cultural and historical destination ranked among the "Three Great Castles" of Japan. Coming here, you will definitely not be able to help but be amazed by this magnificent but no less ancient appearance.
- Shopping at Shinsaibashi Shopping Center - the busiest commercial area in Osaka city. (If there is more time)
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. The group checked in and stayed overnight at the Osaka hotel.
DAY 2: OSAKA – KYOTO – NAGOYA/ TOYOHASHI (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. Then the group went through check-out procedures. The car takes the group to the train station to experience the Shinkansen bullet train (the pride of the Japanese, with a speed of 300km/h) to Kyoto.
- Kinkakuji Golden Temple (金閣寺) is one of the most prominent cultural heritage sites in Kyoto, Japan. Known for its splendor and magnificence, Kinkakuji Golden Temple shines because the top two floors are covered with brilliant glossy gold leaf, symbolizing the unique architectural art and rich history of Japan.
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Then the group continued to visit:
- Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Gate Temple : built in the 8th century and is one of the oldest temples in Japan. About 10,000 vermilion torii gates wind down a two-hour walking path. Immediately after the construction of the shrine, to demonstrate the worshipers' contributions, a torii gate would be built with their names inscribed on it. Soon, hundreds of thousands of people wanted the same fortune and came to this famous shrine to buy their own torii gates, creating the “Senbon Torii” tunnel you see today.
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant or hotel. You check in, rest and are free to explore Nagoya/Toyohashi city at night.
DAY 3: NAGOYA/TOYOHASHI – YAMANASHI (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. Then the group went through check-out procedures. The car picks you up and moves to the Fuji area to visit:
- Mount Fuji - the symbol of Japan - is the highest and active volcanic peak in Japan - 3776m high and covered by 5 lakes surrounding Mount Fuji. You can visit the 5th station if the weather is good (in case of bad weather, you will visit and take pictures at the foot of the mountain).
Noon: The group has lunch at a local restaurant. Then the group continued to visit:
- Oishi Park: located north of Lake Kawaguchi is a famous place to see kochia (pink grass). The bright red carpet of kochia under the blue sky and the majestic Mount Fuji in the distance create a beautiful scene that fascinates every visitor.
Afternoon: Free time for shopping at Gotemba Oulet shopping center (if there is time).
Evening: Group has dinner - Check in to hotel and stay overnight in Yamanashi. You will experience wearing a Yukata and freely bathing in Onsen - a type of bath that is very good for the health of Japanese people. The Japanese believe that soaking in natural hot mineral water will relax and cure some bone and joint diseases.
DAY 4: YAMANASHI – TOKYO - NARITA (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel. Then the group went through check-out procedures. Car picks you up to visit:
- Experience picking and enjoying fruit at the seasonal garden.
Noon & afternoon: Car takes the group to central Tokyo for lunch and sightseeing:
- Asakusa Kannon Temple - also known as Sensō-ji is an ancient temple located in Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan. It can be said that this is the oldest and most important temple in Japan. The pagoda was built specifically to worship Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.
- Don't forget to stroll around the Nakamise walking street, a shopping street about 250 meters long, stretching from Thunder Gate to Hozomon Gate, established in 1685 with many exquisite traditional handicraft products, and has spiritual meaning.
- Take pictures with the Tokyo Skytree TV tower from the Sumida river (if there is time)
- Shopping at Aikihabara shopping paradise: is a bustling commercial center famous for its small to large-scale electrical stores (if you have time).
Evening: Group has dinner - Check in hotel and stay overnight in Narita.
DAY 5: NARITA – HCMC (Breakfast/Lunch on the plane)
Morning: The group has breakfast at the hotel, then moves to Narita international airport to return to Ho Chi Minh City with flight VJ823 (08:55-14:00). The group arrives at Tan Son Nhat airport. The tour guide said goodbye to the group and ended the program. Thank you and see you again on your next trips.
Note: The tour program may change in accordance with traffic conditions, actual weather conditions or changes in flight schedules by the airline. The travel company reserves the right to change or cancel any attractions that may affect your safety (any changes will be notified in advance).