In Japan, there’s something unique around every corner. It could be a centuries-old shrine, it could be a street lit entirely in neon, but it’s probably a vending machine. Immerse yourself in the past and travel into the future as you explore every side of the Land of the Rising Sun.
What you'll get
Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
12 nights in handpicked accommodations
12 breakfasts
4 dinners
Expert Tour Director
24/7 support
2 insider tours with a local guide
Entrance to shrines, temples, and other local attractions
Picture yourself
Uncovering centuries of tradition at ancient temples and shrines
Slurping ramen and popping sushi on repeat
Wandering the neon streets of Shibuya and Dotonbori
Traveling at 200 mph on the mind-blowing bullet train
Hop on a plane bound west for Japan—where the lights are bright, the ramen is plentiful, and the shrines are shrining.
Day 2: Arrive in Tokyo
Say konnichiwa to Tokyo, home to more people, vending machines, and Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else. Settle in, meet your fellow travelers, and get ready to explore.
Today’s highlights
Land at the airport and meet an EF representative.
Transfer to your accommodations and check in.
Meet your Tour Director and get deets on tomorrow’s schedule.
Travel questions?
Chat with a Trip Expert!
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Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET
Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
This contemporary hotel is located in the Ota Ward of Tokyo. Guests will enjoy easy access to the Kamata train station, massage services, and communal bath. Nearby, you’ll find the Nomi River, many restaurants, and a variety of...
Ibis Kyoto Station
This cozy hotel is located in Minami Ward within Kyoto. Guests will enjoy a buffet breakfast style, air conditioning, and WiFi. Nearby, you’ll find many Korean restaurants, Muromachi-koji Square, and a variety of chic bars.
Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda
This chic hotel is located in the Fukushima Ward of Osaka. Guests will enjoy a fitness center, a restaurant, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find the Symphony Hall, Tombori River Walk, and a haunted house.
This was my first time with ef, and my first time flying international. What an experience! I have no negative comments about this trip other than the hotels could have been cooler (capsule hotels) but everything else was amazing. My tour guide nana is the sweetest person ever!...
Amazing!
5 out of 5 stars
1st-time traveler Karley, traveled in Dec 2024
Mari was an incredible tour guide with extensive knowledge and willingness to share her culture with us. The extra optional tours were always well worth going to. Wish we’d had more time to explore Hiroshima but other than that the tour is well worth the time and money! My...
So much fun!!
5 out of 5 stars
2nd-time traveler Kaitlin, traveled in Dec 2024
Viví was the most amazing tour director! She constantly had outside activities for us to do as a group and had the best recommendations! The accommodations were amazing. Japan is so rich in culture and was so lucky to see so much of Japan in just 2 weeks!
5 out of 5 stars
2nd-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Jul 2024
An amazing experience! Take me back!!
5 out of 5 stars
4th-time traveler Davelyn, traveled in Nov 2024
I had an unforgettable time on this trip! Japan is such an incredible destination, and my group and I were so lucky to have Kanu as our guide. Whether it was navigating bullet trains, local trains, walking routes, or even figuring out the hot water machine at a convenience...
