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- Gold Operator
- Tomato Travel
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 10 - 40
- Age range 2 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Visit bustling Osaka with its bright streets and fantastic food culture
- Take a step back in time and explore Kyoto's old temples and shrines
- Step inside one of Japan's last remaining original castles in Matsumoto
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Osaka
- Day 2 Osaka - Kobe (B, Welcome Dinner)
- Day 3 Kobe- Kurashiki-Hiroshima(B)
- Day 4 Hiroshima-Okayama (B)
- Day 5 Osaka -Nara-Kyoto(B)
- Day 6 Kyoto (B)
- Day 7 Kyoto - Kanazawa (B)
- Day 8 Kanazawa (B)
- Day 9 Kanazawa - Shirakawago - Takayama (B)
- Day 10 Takayama - Matsumoto (B)
- Day 11 Matsumoto-Mt. Fuji (B, Farewell Dinner)
- Day 12 Mt Fuji - Tokyo (B)
- Day 13 Tokyo (B)
- Day 14 Tokyo (B)
- Day 15 Tokyo - Destination (B)
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Odysis Suites Osaka Airport Hotel or similar
Hotelday 1SK HOTEL Kobe station or similar
Hotelday 2HOTEL MYSTAYS Hiroshima Peace Park or similar
Hotelday 3Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama or similar
Hotelday 4Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo or similar
Hotelday 5Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or similar
Hotelday 6Hotel Mystays Premier Kanazawa or similar or similar
HotelDays 7, 8TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi-no-Yu or similar
Hotelday 9IROHA GRAND HOTEL MATSUMOTOEKIMAE or similar
Hotelday 10Sun Plaza Hotel Fuji Lake Yamanakako or similar
Hotelday 11Tmark City Hotel Tokyo Omori or similar
HotelDays 12, 13, 14
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 40 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Customer Photos
Operated by
Tomato Travel
Number of tours
11
Age Range
18 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
100%
Tomato Travel is a Japan specialist travel company established in Sydney,...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
- ABAmelia U· June 1st, 2025I had a very good experience with Tomato travel agency, my group was very nice and the guide, mr Aki, was very helpful. My suggestion is that it would be beneficial for the guide and the group to use the listeners boxes to be able to hear the important information the guide is giving. The itinerary had the best 10 places to see. I am glad that I was part of the trip and group. Thank youShow more
Tomato Travel commented on this reviewHi Amelia, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip on our tour. We have shared your feedback about the listener boxes with our team to help improve our future tours. We look forward to welcoming you on... Show more
Trip date: May 2025 - SVsylvia· May 29th, 2025Wonderful trip,had a fantastic time.The guide and driver were great and we had a great group of fellow touristsShow moreTomato Travel commented on this reviewHi Sylvia, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so happy to hear you had a fantastic time and enjoyed the company of both your guide, driver, and fellow travelers. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure with us soon! Warm... Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- DFDaniel· April 13th, 2025Great tour. Very knowledgeable and engaging guide. Comfortable bus. Nice hotels choices. Great itinerary. Would have taken renting a car and navigating difficult routes to overcast much ground as the tour plus it was a good group of about twenty of us that made it more fun than just being on our own as a couple. Overall good value for the money.Show moreTomato Travel commented on this reviewHi Daniel, thank you for taking your time to let us know your feedback. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It seems like you've made some good memories in Japan with your co-travellers, glad to know. Once again thank you very much for... Show moreTrip date: March 2025
Richard· December 9th, 2024There were a lot of wonderful sites, temples, castles and gardens to view. Bus ride between places can be a bit long (2-4 hours). Would love to have spent more time in Kyoto, especially on our own. Could have done without seeing the festival floats. They were nice for the first 10 minutes, but didn't warrant the 1 hour to view all of the floats' mechanical movements. Description says there is a lot of walking, but didn't say that that would include steep embankments and lots of stairs. Overall a wonderful overview of Japan and Japanese culture. Would recommend to anyone even remotely interested in going to Japan.Show moreTrip date: November 2024- SBSarah· November 20th, 2024Was a little worried about booking as there have been a few negative reviews. However day 1 when we met our engaging and knowledgeable tour leader I knew I'd chosen the right tour. There is no way you can see all the sites we saw by yourself in 2 weeks. Yes, there were some long rides on the bus and a couple of late nights but hey, we saw a lot. Osman the tour leader shared his stories of life in Japan with an engaging and funny spin and when weather or traffic was bad, he let us vote to switch our days around. A great tour and 15 days flew byShow moreTomato Travel commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your experience with us! We are glad to hear that your initial concerns were put to rest and that you enjoyed the tour very much. We will share your positive experiences with the tour guide and our team. Thank you for choosing us,... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- AHAgnes· October 31st, 2024I like the tour very much. The group was 31 people and everyone was always on time. Our tour director Masa was good. The program was excellent so many beautiful places to see! I would have been happier with more historical and cultural information ahead of the days. Few hotels were run dow old and dirty and the beds were extremely hard with only one pillow.Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- Colin· September 16th, 2024A good overall experience in the sights and experiences of modern-day Japan. The tour guide, Osman, was knowledgeable, competent, pleasant, and willing to deviate from the standard tour destination lineup if circumstances warranted. When a typhoon hit the Tokyo area causing the cancellation of our Bullet Train ride, he was able to re-schedule it on another day and took us elsewhere. When the weather reports indicated Mt. Fuji's peak area would be visible that day (not clouded over) he took a vote while we were on the bus and dropped the planned destination in favor of going directly to the celebrated site to experience it in its full glory. He also tried to compensate for my mobility impairment with advice and options, as well as interactions and explanations to the Japanese staff of the hotels. Being the only dedicated photographer in the group of better-moving members was also a challenge for both of us --- every time I stopped to take a picture, I'd look up to discover the rest of the tour making a turn a block away and I had to rush to play 'catch-up', which came to be physically wearing. The bus driver was outstandingly competent on the narrow roads and unfailingly helpful, having my stored rollator ready whenever I emerged from the air-conditioned bus. I wasn't expecting the heat (33'+C ... 90+F) or the thick humid air (Canadian, after all), but the buildings in many destinations and all hotels were air-conditioned (with individual room controls), and I adopted the practice of many Japanese men of carrying a washcloth in my pocket to wipe the sweat off my forehead. A neck fan and sweat bands helped as well. An unforgettably intense and informative experience, which we will almost certainly repeat someday.Show moreTrip date: August 2024
- Magy· August 8th, 2024We were so happy to visit japan, we visited different cities and enjoyed every single day The itinerary was comprehensive we managed to visit many places during our tour Highly recommendShow moreTomato Travel commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your experience with us! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your time exploring Japan and found the itinerary comprehensive. It means a lot to us that you would highly recommend our tour! We hope to see you on another... Show moreTrip date: July 2024
- DDeborah· June 17th, 2024We booked via Luxury Escapes for a Japan Tour, visiting Tokyo to the West Coast and then down to Kyoto, Hiroshoma and finishing at Osaka. We were told the accommodation would be 4-5 star - it ranged from hostel to 3 star. We were told the tour guide would be a passionate English speaking guide - her English wasn't fluent and we had hours of no information (except where the toilets were and UniQlo at each stop). Unfortunately for us and many others on our tour the experience wasn't what we had expected.Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- MBMalcolm· May 11th, 2024The tour guide wasn't as knowledgeable as l thought she should be. Lots of things we passed and weren't told about and her english wasn't very goodShow moreTrip date: April 2024
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- From Tuesday22 Jul, 2025To Tuesday5 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,765Shoulder Season$325
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday26 Aug, 2025To Tuesday9 Sep, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,765Shoulder Season$325
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday16 Sep, 2025To Tuesday30 Sep, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,765Shoulder Season$325
- From Tuesday14 Oct, 2025To Tuesday28 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold out
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday28 Oct, 2025To Tuesday11 Nov, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,765Shoulder Season$325
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday11 Nov, 2025To Tuesday25 Nov, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $4,765Shoulder Season$325
What our customers ask about this tour
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Christina
Asked on May 6th, 2025is this tour available in 2026
Tomato TravelOperator•Written May 2025We have released the 2026 departure date for Japan Discovery but in different name.
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Christina
Traveler•Written May 2025Slight concern re size of group up to 40people. I am mid 60s and hubby mid 70s. Is 40 the norm? Or could you recommend alternative trip that may be suitable?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written May 2025
While our standard group tour can accommodate up to 40 passengers, please note that this is the maximum capacity and the actual group size may vary. We have consistently received positive feedbacks, even during peak season with 40 passengers group. Alternatively, if you are interested in a smaller group experience, we also recommend exploring our premium group tour Aromas of Japan tour, which has a maximum smaller group size of just 20 passengers.
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Luke
Asked on April 15th, 2025What's the cost for a solo traveler. Not sharing a room.
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written April 2025
The single supplement is at AUD1,950 per person. Please note there are a seasonal surcharge for specific departure date.
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Tyler
Asked on April 15th, 2025Is there an additional charge for solo or do you match with another person?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written April 2025
For the 15-day Japan Discovery group tour departing on 16 September, the price for a solo traveler is AUD 6,349 per person. Unfortunately we are unable to arrange twin room for 2 travellers who don't know each other. If you wish to avoid the mandatory single supplement, we suggest you to find a friend or relative who wish to join the tour with you.
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Daniel
Asked on March 19th, 2025What assistance is provided for taking additional tours in Tokyo?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written March 2025
For additional tours in Tokyo, you can discuss and arrange details with us through the tour contact options provided.
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Alvaro
Asked on March 17th, 2025Are the mentioned hotels final for this tour?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written March 2025
The hotels listed in your itinerary may not be final; please refer to our official website for the most accurate details.
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Edward
Asked on February 18th, 2025Is this departure date definite?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written February 2025
We are pleased to confirm that the tour starting on 11th March is confirmed to run as scheduled. As the departure date is approaching, availability is becoming limited. We recommend that the customer proceed with the booking as soon as possible to secure their spots.
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Josh
Asked on February 15th, 2025Can we add a short extension to see the mokeys park near Nagano? When are you going to release price for 2026? How big are your group size usually?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written February 2025
The maximum number of travellers we can accommodate is 40. The Monkey Park is not located near our tour cities. To visit the park, you might need to arrive earlier and join the tour after your park visit. The group tour accommodates up to 40 people, and the tour price for 2026 has not been announced yet.
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Josh
Traveler•Written February 2025The macaques park where you can see monkeys in hot thermal water is near Nagano. Let me know when your 2026 price will be available.
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written February 2025
The 'Jigokudani Monkey Park' is approximately 100 km away from Matsumoto and 300 km from Tokyo. We will not visit the park during the tour. We will update the details of the new tour once it's announced.
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Ray
Asked on February 5th, 2025Is the Japan Discovery - 15 Days still available for May 13-27 2025. How many people are confirmed?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written February 2025
We are happy to inform you that there are still seats available for 2 people on your preferred departure date. Currently, we have nearly 30 people booked, and the tour is guaranteed to run.
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Ivy
Asked on January 25th, 2025Is the tour suitable for elderly participants?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written January 2025
The tour involves an average of 2-3 hours of walking per day; suitability for elderly participants depends on their fitness level.
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Michael
Asked on January 24th, 2025Is there something you can do about the price of the single room?
- Tomato TravelOperator•Written January 2025
Unfortunately, if the guest requires two rooms, including a single room, a single supplement will apply for the single room.
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