Your journey begins from Kobe. The romantic architecture of Chinatown, the Old Settlement where foreigners once lived, and the Kitano Ijinkan district will make your heart flutter. Meriken Park is the perfect place to take pictures of the port city of Kobe, including the Port Tower. For dinner, try Kobe beef, one of the three most famous Japanese Wagyu beef. Splurge a little and pamper yourself.
Spend a full day to enjoy all the famous places in Hiroshima. In the morning, visit the Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, and in the afternoon, go to Miyajima, a World Heritage Site with a torii gate floating on the sea. In autumn, Miyajima is famous for its autumn leaves. Get off the boat and take a walk around the island, and you will be overwhelmed by the spectacular view of the autumn leaves.
Walk around town in Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Quarter, admiring the scenery of Shirakabe Warehouses and the rows of willow trees. The Bikan Historical Quarter is also famous for its autumn foliage, and the combination of the cityscape and autumn leaves is unique to this area. If you want to relax and enjoy the mild weather, the River Boat Tour is recommended. In the evening, visit Korakuen Garden, one of the three most famous gardens in Japan. The autumn leaves in one of Japan's most famous gardens are well worth a visit.
Walk around town in the Kurashiki’s Bikan Historical Quarter, admiring the scenery of Shirakabe Warehouses and the rows of willow trees. The Bikan Historical Quarter is also famous for its autumn foliage, and the combination of the cityscape and autumn leaves is unique to this area. If you want to relax and enjoy the mild weather, the River Boat Tour is recommended. In the evening, visit Korakuen Garden, one of the three most famous gardens in Japan. The autumn leaves in one of Japan's most famous gardens are well worth a visit.
Visit the tourist spots in the suburbs from Kobe. First, visit Himeji Castle with a guide. In the afternoon, go to the observatory at Mt. Rokko to immerse yourself with views of nature and the port city. Today's accommodation will be at the historic "Arima Onsen", said to be the oldest hot spring in Japan, and enjoy Onsen while basking in the afterglow of our trip.
Visit Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea. Take a cruise ship to see the powerful whirlpools generated by the flowing waves. In the afternoon, take a walk around Hana no Shima where you can go horseback riding. In autumn, cosmos, dahlia, and salvia are in full bloom, creating a colorful landscape all around. Today's accommodation will be at the historic "Arima Onsen", said to be the oldest hot spring in Japan, and enjoy Onsen while basking in the afterglow of our trip.
The Seto Inland Sea in autumn is a treasure trove of photogenic spots! Take a photogenic trip surrounded by art and amazing scenery!
Experience the unexplored lifestyle that has lasted for 1000 years. Traditional dances and a relaxing trip in nature.
Enjoy everything from cycling to maritime activities around the islands. Don't miss the shrines floating on the sea!
Check out the seasonal bounty of Seto Inland Sea! Hand-made udon noodles, straw-roasted bonito, and other local delicacies!
Enjoy trekking through the primeval forest and diving in the sea! The World Heritage Site, Yakushima, where you can enjoy both the sea and the mountains
Panoramic view in the meadow & wild dolphin watching. A magnificent nature trip with your family.
Worship at the Three Great Inari-jinja Shrines of Japan & Make Pottery! Indulge in traditional cuisine, experience a tatami room and meet a geisha.
Spectacular views of nature and craft of glass-making, summed up with a fish market visit - famous for blowfish.
Experience Noh - cherished and preserved by the Japanese. Enjoy tea ceremony at a samurai residence, and immerse yourself deeply into Japan
An out-of-the-world luxurious trip. Relish dolphin-watching cruises and exclusive resorts.
Enjoy "Kyoto by the Sea", vast sand dunes and the breathtaking scenery of nature to the fullest! You can also savour Japanese gourmet meal such as Wagyu beef.
Cycling along the sea & driving with the refreshing breeze blowing... and don't miss the local cuisine! A magnificent road trip for families.
Dress up in traditional costumes and reminisce about the past on the Kumano Kodo, a World Heritage Site pilgrimage trail, where Japan's most sacred shrines and temples are located.
Conquer Japan's largest lake and famous autumn foliage spots! Experience Zen at a traditional temple and stay at a glamping facility!
Cross-cultural interaction with Maiko and visit world heritage castles and temples - a must for the bucket list.
Soak up in the Japanese spirit through this trip by experiencing samurai, making traditional crafts, and visiting Japanese-style gardens
Cherry blossom viewing and local farmhouse stay. Soothe your soul in the tranquility of Japan's nature.
Discover the mysteries of Japan through practicing Yamabushi (asceticism) and visiting unexplored hot spring towns
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