Going Abroad
Discover the Spirit of Japan!
Join us on an unforgettable small-group journey through Japan, where ancient traditions meet cutting-edge modernity. From the serene temples of Kyoto to the dazzling lights of Tokyo, our carefully curated tour offers authentic experiences, cultural insights, and personal touches every step of the way. With Kate-Lin Tours, you'll explore Japan the way it was meant to be seen—up close, with expert guides and like-minded travelers.
Activity Level 2: Moderate - Expect a moderate activity level, requiring comfort with walking several miles daily, sometimes on uneven terrain or stairs. While there are opportunities to rest, you'll be spending a good amount of time on your feet.
Join us on an unforgettable small-group journey through Japan, where ancient traditions meet cutting-edge modernity. From the serene temples of Kyoto to the dazzling lights of Tokyo, our carefully curated tour offers authentic experiences, cultural insights, and personal touches every step of the way. With Kate-Lin Tours, you'll explore Japan the way it was meant to be seen—up close, with expert guides and like-minded travelers.
Activity Level 2: Moderate - Expect a moderate activity level, requiring comfort with walking several miles daily, sometimes on uneven terrain or stairs. While there are opportunities to rest, you'll be spending a good amount of time on your feet.
Sample ItineraryDay 1 – Depart Los Angeles
Direct flight from LAX to Tokyo. Day 2 – Tokyo Arrival Arrive in Tokyo and settle into your hotel. Evening stroll through Asakusa district. Day 3 – Tokyo Highlights Guided city tour: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace Gardens, and Senso-ji Temple. Sumo wrestling with Hot Pot lunch. Afternoon Japanese calligraphy workshop. Day 4 – Tokyo Experiences Morning at Tsukiji Market, followed by Shinjuku nightlife and Akihabara’s electric town. Day 5 – Hakone & Mt. Fuji Scenic drive to Hakone: volcanic Owakudani Valley, ropeway views, Lake Ashi cruise, and a traditional ryokan stay with onsen and kaiseki dinner. Day 6 – Kyoto Arrival Travel by bullet train. Evening in Gion, Kyoto’s geisha district. Day 7 – Kyoto Culture Full-day guided tour: Nijo Castle, sushi-making class, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and a tea ceremony with a geisha or maiko. Day 8 – Nara Excursion Visit Nara Park’s sacred deer, Todai-ji Temple, and Fushimi Inari’s red torii gates. Evening at Nishiki Market. Day 9 – Arashiyama & Hiroshima Morning in Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Tenryuji Temple, followed by a traditional boat ride. Evening bullet train to Hiroshima. Day 10 – Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, then visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Day 11 – Osaka Discover Osaka Castle, Museum of Housing & Living, Umeda Sky Building, and the lively Dotonbori district. Day 12 – Return Home Morning at leisure before evening flight from Kansai to Los Angeles. |
Food & DiningJapan’s cuisine is a journey in itself—an artful blend of tradition, flavor, and seasonal freshness. From delicate sushi and savory ramen to sizzling street foods like takoyaki and yakitori, every meal tells a story. Travelers will savor regional specialties such as Kyoto’s refined kaiseki dining, Osaka’s bold comfort foods, and Hiroshima’s unique okonomiyaki. Whether you're sampling matcha sweets in a quiet teahouse or grabbing a bento box before a bullet train ride, Japan’s food scene offers something unforgettable at every turn.
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Testimonials
What makes an adventure? Visiting a new country, one completely different where we are from. Being brave enough to try new tastes, see unusual sights, and learn new skills. Experiencing this trip with open minded, energetic and kind companions. This trip to Japan was an adventure, we tasted the most amazing flavors, some completely new, others a different take on familiar foods. Our guides taught us how to be good guests in Japan, and in return, we were warmly welcomed, from hotel clerks to street food vendors. And our group did not shirk from walking up hills in the rain, brave packed stores in Downtown Tokyo, and immerse in ourselves in steaming onsen baths. We learned about the great bronze Buddha, and how to pray in the lowliest shrine. We watched a spontaneous Geiko dance on a cool evening just a few steps away from our hotel, and we tried new dishes at the Tsuijiki Fish Market - it’s not all sushi. Want an adventure? Try this trip.
--Liz Pickering, Japan Tour 2026
--Liz Pickering, Japan Tour 2026
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