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Enjoy the sea ! A family trip to Kansai.

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DAY 1

Nara, the ancient capital of Japan with 1,300 years of history, has many attractions such as national treasures, places where you can feel the historical romance, rich nature, and townscapes where the past and present are in harmony. On the first day, you will visit Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Horyuji Temple, and other popular tourist spots in Nara. In the evening, you can watch the night view from the observatory at the top of Mt. Wakakusa - a famous night view spot. Your family will be enchanted by the glittering scenery.

DAY 2

On the second day, you will proceed from Kintetsu Nara Station to Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture. Suzuka Circuit has international racing courses such as F1 and is the "sacred place" for motorsports in Japan. Here, you can drive on a real F1 course. Parents and children are guaranteed to be very excited. In the evening, you will visit Ise-Jingu Shrine and have dinner while strolling around the gate. The seafood dishes, including lobsters, are all fresh and meaty. Each bite will leave you wanting more!

DAY 2 ANOTHER ROUTE

On the second day, you will take a two-hour train ride from Kintetsu Nara Station to Ninja no Mori in Mie Prefecture for a fun experience for children. At Ninja no Mori, you can experience a variety of ninja training such as hiding and climbing techniques in a 90-minute guided tour. The latest VR shuriken experience is very real, as you can dodge the shuriken coming at you and protect yourself!

DAY 3

Wake up early and visit the Ise-Jingu Shrine, which has a history of 2,000 years and consists of 125 shrines. In the afternoon, visit the Ama Hut along the sea to try fresh seafood from Ise-Shima caught by female fishermen with inherited techniques from ancient times while enjoying conversations with them. Afterwards, you will take a stroll to the Toba Aquarium [one of the largest aquariums in Japan], and other spots that will bring smiles to the faces of parents and children.

DAY 4

Head over to "Kashikojima", an island with a circumference of 7.3 km in Mie Prefecture, for a private cycling tour to the observatory and enjoy the beautiful view of the sea. For lunch, children will be delighted to experience how to make the local dish, Tekone-sushi. In the afternoon, you can try making your own pearl accessories. Your one-of-a-kind souvenir may be the most memorable part of your trip.

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