Each spring, Japan’s landscape is host to fragile pink and white sakura blooming; stunning colour that is celebrated throughout the entire country. Start this journey in bustling Tokyo and see its impressive gardens, go in search of the famous ‘snow monkeys’ and the alpine ‘old town’ of Takayama. On to cultural Kyoto and poignant Hiroshima, ending with spectacular views of Mt Fuji from the top of Mt Owakudani. This unique and incredibly scenic country with enchanting culture, wonderful cuisine and gracious people awaits you. YOUR JOURNEY AT A GLANCE Enjoy Tokyo’s mix of traditional and modern culture Visit the ‘snow monkeys’ in Yudanaka Explore Japan’s most atmospheric townscape, Takayama Visit some of the best spots for cherry blossom colour See beautiful Buddhist temples, imperial palaces, and the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Kyoto Visit poignant yet vibrant Hiroshima See spectacular views of Mt Fuji, an iconic landmark A World Journeys host to guide you every step of the way **SPECIAL EXPERIENCES** Enjoy the ultimate sushi-lovers experience in Tokyo A sushi master will guide us through making sushi rolls and nigiri which we will then enjoy for lunch Visit steaming hot springs to see monkeys bathing Visit Yudanaka Onsen to see wild snow monkeys relaxing in the steaming hot springs surrounded by thick forest Tour the historic villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Set in a mountainous region that was cut off from the rest of the world for a long period of time, these villages with their Gassho-style houses subsisted on the cultivation of mulberry trees and the rearing of silkworms. On this tour you’ll see the large houses with their steeply pitched thatched roofs, the only examples of their kind in Japan.
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