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9 Day Central Japan Gastronomic Journey（Private Guide and Driver）

9 days
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From Tokyo to Osaka
5.0
397 traveler reviews
  • Group learning to cook traditional Japanese cuisine
  • Couple enjoying a meal at a market, holding chopsticks.
  • Statue of Liberty replica with a city skyline and bridge in the background.
  • Woman posing with Mount Fuji and a pagoda in the background.
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  • Heart-shaped frame with a bell, framing Mount Fuji in the distance.
  • Group of people posing in front of a large black stone with Japanese text
  • Family taking a selfie on a suspension bridge with a scenic background
  • People walking on a traditional street wearing kimonos
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Operator
UME Travel Co. Ltd
Food & Culinary
Savor the world one bite at a time
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Tokyo
    Tokyo
  • Hakone
    Hakone
  • Kyoto
    Kyoto
  • Nara
    Nara
  • Osaka
    Osaka
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Highlights

  • Explore Tokyo's iconic Tsukiji Fish Market
  • Learn sushi making in a Shinjuku cooking class
  • Cruise Lake Kawaguchi with views of Mt. Fuji
  • Ride the Hakone Pirate Ship across Lake Ashino
  • Walk through Arashiyama's Sagano Bamboo Forest

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Japan!
  2. Day 2 Tokyo Food & Culture Adventure: Tsukiji Market, Sushi Making, and Iconic Shinjuku & Odaiba Spots
  3. Day 3 An Unforgettable Mt. Fuji Excursion: From Lake Kawaguchi's Serenity to Oshino Hakkai's Crystal-Clear Springs
  4. Day 4 Explore the Beauty of Hakone and Mishima: A Scenic Day Tour to Lake Ashino, Owakudani, and the Mishima Skywalk
  5. Day 5 Free Day or Optional
  6. Day 6 Exploring Arashiyama: A Half-Day Walking Tour Through 1000 Years of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty
  7. Day 7 Exploring Japan's Rich History and Natural Beauty: Fushimi Inari Taisha, Uji's Tea Legacy, and Nara Park's Autumn Charm
  8. Day 8 Free Day or Optional
  9. Day 9 Departure
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar 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
  • Optional

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Dormy Inn Akihabara Hot Spring

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2
    Upgrade Available

  • HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort

    Hotel
    day 3
    Upgrade Available

  • Hotel Elcient Kyoto Hachijoguchi

    Hotel
    Days 4, 5, 6
    Upgrade Available

  • Best Western Plus Hotel Fino Osaka Kitahama

    Hotel
    Days 7, 8
    Upgrade Available

Operated by

UME Travel Co. Ltd

5.0
(397 reviews)

Number of tours

438

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Derek
    · August 29th, 2025
    In the itinerary, we originally had only one day at Disney, but at our request, Phoebe arranged an extra day for us—this made it so much easier for my kids to fully enjoy their time there!
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  • ZACHARY
    · August 29th, 2025
    It went way beyond our expectations—Amber is amazing! She put together such a fantastic itinerary for us, all within our budget!
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  • Ashlie
    · August 29th, 2025
    We really enjoyed this trip! Our guide Bianco gave us deep insights into Japanese culture. He speaks fluent English and was super helpful. All the hotels were switched to onsen resorts just as we requested, and we were absolutely delighted with that!
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Dates & Availability

9 days
9 Day Central Japan Gastronomic Journey（Private Guide and Driver）
From Tokyo to Osaka

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