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- Platinum Operator
- G Adventures
- 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 - 20
- Age range 7 to 90
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Meet fellow travelers at the welcome gathering
- Learn Taiko drumming with a Wadaiko master
- Cook and taste traditional Okinawa dishes
- Experience sumo wrestling and stay in a ryokan
- Explore ancient temples and Nara's deer park
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Tokyo
- Day 2 Tokyo (1B)
- Day 3 Tokyo (1B, 1L)
- Day 4 Tokyo/Nagano (area) (1B, 1D)
- Day 5 Nagano (1B)
- Day 6 Nagano (1B)
- Day 7 Nagano/Kyoto (1B)
- Day 8 Kyoto (1B, 1L)
- Day 9 Nara (1B)
- Day 10 Kyoto (1B, 1D)
- Day 11 Kyoto (1B)
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
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Issa no Komichi Biyu no Yado
Hotelday 4Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
HotelDays 5, 6Hilton Garden Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma
HotelDays 7, 8, 9, 10
Operated by
G Adventures
Number of tours
894
Age Range
12 to 90 years old
Response time
less than 1 hour
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryGood
- GuideExcellent
- TransportGood
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- NZNadeem· July 15th, 2024We had a great group where all the kids got along. The guides were accomodating in every way and nothing was ever a hassle. Every question was answered and any problem solved. The places we went gave us a good feeling for Japan with some amazing experiences.Show more
G Adventures commented on this reviewThanks Nadeem for the great review. We are so happy to hear that you and your family had such a great trip.Trip date: June 2024
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- From Sunday29 Jun, 2025To Wednesday9 Jul, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:$8,759
- Instant Confirmation-35%From Friday4 Jul, 2025To Monday14 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$9,259$6,018
- Instant Confirmation-30%From Sunday6 Jul, 2025To Wednesday16 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$9,259$6,481
- Instant Confirmation-40%From Friday11 Jul, 2025To Monday21 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$9,259$5,555
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Friday21 Nov, 2025To Monday1 Dec, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$9,899
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Patricia
Asked on April 24th, 2025Children will be 13 and 16 at the time of the trip. Approximate budget $4,000 per person, excluding ski trip/Universal Studios day, but would be happy to do cheaper. Travel dates: Arrive at HND mid-afternoon of Dec. 27th, leave from NRT around 6pm Friday Jan. 9th. Things we really liked in this group adventure: taiko drumming class two different cooking classes sumo wrestling class ryokan stay miso foodie experience Jigokudani Yaen Koen visit temple visit castle visit Kembo Master lesson. Other than the ski trip, a day at Universal Studios, and those things listed above, the only other things we had on our bucket list that were not already included were a trip to the Studio Ghibli museum and an overnight stay at a temple or old castle town (we can't afford an overnight stay at a castle itself). Thoughts?
G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025Could you let me know: How old are the children traveling with you? What is your approximate budget per person? Are your travel dates confirmed as December 27th to January 9th? Once I have these details, I'll be happy to match you with the right operator and help design a program that works for your group.
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Rayo
Asked on March 31st, 2025Are airport transfers included in the Japan Family Journey tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025
An arrival transfer is included, however, a departure transfer can be organized locally with your tour guide and additional charges may apply.
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Janine
Asked on December 25th, 2024What visa requirements are there for travelling on this tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
Visa requirements depend on the traveler's nationality and destination. It is recommended to check the visa requirements well in advance.
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Nick
Asked on October 17th, 2024Are the prices on the brochures for a family or per person?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
Prices are per person, based on twin share occupancy. Children under 12 have a $200 discount.
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Nick
Traveler•Written October 2024Looking for a 5-6 day tour
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
The only family tour is an 11 day Japan Family Journey: From Ancient to Modern Times option, unless your children are over the age of 12.
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Laura
Asked on September 25th, 2024What are the available payment methods for the trip?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024
Different payment options are available including major credit cards. Detailed information can be found under the respective tour details on the website.
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Lotte
Asked on August 27th, 2024What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
The tour typically includes stays in hotels, hostels, or guesthouses which are chosen based on their service, location, and amenities.
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Sina
Asked on August 22nd, 2024What is the policy regarding additional activities not included in the tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
You can book additional activities locally. Your tour leader will assist in organizing these based on your interests and their local knowledge.
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Laurent
Asked on August 10th, 2024What are the luggage arrangements during train transfers on the tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
Main luggage isn't transferred directly between hotels on train travel days. It is essential to carry an overnight bag with necessities as the main bags may only be transferred the following day.
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John
Asked on June 23rd, 2024Can you please tell me the suitability for my 8 year old? And also how many other people and do you usually have families and kids?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024
Family tours can welcome families with kids of 7 years old, or older. On these tours, you will mostly see families with children between 7 and 11, due to the fact that 12 year olds or older can partake in our regular tours
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Anette
Asked on May 24th, 2024How do I prepare for my upcoming trip?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024
Ensure that you have all necessary travel documents, meet any visa or vaccination requirements, and have appropriate travel insurance coverage.
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