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Ultimate Luxury Journey from Tokyo

Japan

This 14-day journey through Japan flows from Tokyo’s creative pulse to Kanazawa’s artistry, Kyoto’s timeless grace, and Hiroshima’s quiet resilience. Stay in handpicked hotels and ryokans, glide on the Shinkansen, savor kaiseki meals, and discover the subtle harmony where tradition and modern beauty coexist.

Travel Guide

Map

Overview

Daily Schedule

Day

Arrival in Tokyo

Touch down at Narita and meet your private driver for a smooth transfer into the city. Settle into The Okura Tokyo, where calm design and gracious service set an easy rhythm. The evening is yours for a gentle stroll or quiet dinner nearby.
🏨 Your stay at The Okura Tokyo (Heritage Room, 🍴B&B)
🚗 Private car from airport to hotel – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Tokyo Icons and Neighborhoods

With your guide and private car, move between polished Ginza, youthful Harajuku, and the energy of Shibuya. Modern art, classic street life, and curated stops make the city feel both expansive and intimate.
🏨 Your stay at The Okura Tokyo (Heritage Room, 🍴B&B)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Old Tokyo and Garden Calm

Shift into the city’s quieter rhythm. Stroll through Asakusa’s temple streets, pause at Ueno’s museums, and drift through Hamarikyu Gardens. Your guide keeps the pace unhurried and tuned to your interests.
🏨 Your stay at The Okura Tokyo (Heritage Room, 🍴B&B)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Tokyo at Leisure

A free day to follow curiosity. Browse galleries, linger in cafés, or reserve a special dinner. The Okura’s serene atmosphere makes it easy to recharge between wanderings.
🏨 Your stay at The Okura Tokyo (Heritage Room, 🍴B&B)

Day

Bullet Train to Kanazawa

Your luggage is forwarded to Kyoto, leaving you light for travel. Private transfer to Tokyo Station for your Gran Class Bullet Train to Kanazawa. Meet your guide at the platform and begin exploring Kenrokuen Garden, Higashichaya District, and other local highlights.
🏨 Your stay at The Sanraku Hotel Kanazawa (Suite Twin, 🍴B&B)
🚗 Private car for 5 hours – Toyota Hiace with English-speaking driver
🚅 Bullet Train from Tokyo → Kanazawa

Day

Kanazawa to Kaga Onsen

Lean into Kanazawa’s creative pulse at the 21st Century Museum and taste local life at Omicho Market. By evening, arrive at Hanamurasaki in Kaga Onsen for your traditional ryokan welcome.
🏨 Your stay at Hanamurasaki (Universal Suite, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Nature, Temples, and Hot Springs

Explore Kaga’s natural and spiritual side — visit Natadera Temple, stroll Kakusenkei Gorge, and return for restorative onsen time. Optional soba-making adds a delicious, hands-on touch.
🏨 Your stay at Hanamurasaki (Universal Suite, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Rail to Kyoto

Station assistance ensures a smooth transfer from Kaga Onsen to Kyoto via Tsuruga. A private car awaits at Kyoto Station to take you to your hotel. Evening free at leisure, dinner on your own.
🏨 Your stay at The Shinmonzen (SUISHO or KINU Suite, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car transfers – Toyota Alphard
🚅 Bullet Train from Kaga Onsen → Kyoto

Day

Kyoto Classics

With your guide and private car, take in Kiyomizu-dera’s hillside views, the grace of Yasaka Shrine, and Gion’s wooden facades.
🏨 Your stay at The Shinmonzen (SUISHO or KINU Suite, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Palaces, Markets, and Torii Paths

Trace imperial history at Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle, taste your way through Nishiki Market, and walk beneath the flowing torii of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Option to include a private tea ceremony.
🏨 Your stay at The Shinmonzen (SUISHO or KINU Suite, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 8 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Kyoto to Hiroshima Coastal Villa Stay

Board the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka to Hiroshima. Your guide meets you for a reflective visit to Peace Park and Hiroshima Castle before sunset arrival at SIMOSE Art Garden Villa by the sea.
🏨 Your stay at SIMOSE Art Garden Villa (Waterfront Villa Kielsteg House, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 6 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver
🚅 Bullet Train from Kyoto → Hiroshima

Day

Miyajima by Private Boat

Sail across calm waters by private charter to Miyajima Island. Wander beneath the vermilion gates of Itsukushima Shrine and, time allowing, hike or cable-car to Mount Misen’s vistas. Return for an easy evening and dinner at your villa.
🏨 Your stay at SIMOSE Art Garden Villa (Waterfront Villa Kielsteg House, 🍴B&D)
🚗 Private car for 7 hours – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver

Day

Return to Tokyo

Smooth transfer to The Okura Tokyo. Enjoy a final evening in the city. A moment to celebrate your journey’s harmony.
🏨 Your stay at The Okura Tokyo (Heritage Room, 🍴B&B)
🚗 Private car transfers – Toyota Alphard with English-speaking driver
🚅 Bullet Train from Hiroshima → Tokyo

Day

Farewell from Tokyo

Check out and ride privately to Narita Airport for your flight home. A last glimpse of a city that balances precision with poetry.
🚗 Private car transfers – Toyota Alphard

Day 1:

Tokyo, Japan

Destination Highlights

Tokyo - Skyline & modern districts

Ginza - Harajuku, Shibuya neighborhoods

Asakusa - Senso-ji and old-town streets

Kenrokuen - Garden in Kanazawa

Omicho market Flavors - Fresh seafood and local Flavors

Ishikawa - Kaga Onsen & Natadera Temple grounds

Kyoto - Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Shrine

Kyoto - Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle

Fushimi Inari - Iconic torii gate paths

Hiroshima - Hiroshima Castle and historic cityscape

Near Hiroshima - Miyajima Island & Mount Misen views

Signature Experiences

Private airport transfers and station assistance

Guided city touring with flexible, curated stops

Garden immersion at Hamarikyu with storytelling

Gran Class & Green Car Shinkansen journeys

Luggage forwarding for light, seamless travel

Market tasting at Omicho Market

Private-car touring in Kyoto and Hiroshima

Gion evening stroll and photo moments

Private boat to Miyajima Island

Itsukushima Shrine visit and island walk

Villa stay at SIMOSE on Seto Inland Sea

Thoughtful guiding at Peace Memorial Park

Inclusions and Exclusions

As detailed in the itinerary:

Includes

Your stay on twin sharing basis with breakfast
Activities and transfers listed in the itinerary
Travel documents sent by email
Bullet train tickets (Gran/Green Class)
Private airport and station transfers
Luggage transfer (1 piece per person)
Station assistance where applicable
Charter boat to Miyajima (round trip)
All applicable taxes

Excludes

Int'l & Domestic flights unless specified
Personal expenses - Drinks, tips, laundry, shopping not listed
Tips & gratuities for guides or drivers
Travel or liability insurance
Optional extras, car hire, activities or excursions not listed

Best Time to Travel

October to March

Price available on request

Information

Please contact us for Price. Prices are quoted in USD per person, based on double occupancy, and exclude flights. Rates are starting from; exact pricing depends on hotel availability and travel dates. Prices may be revised in the event of changes to taxes, fuel surcharges, or other fees imposed by the government or suppliers.

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Signature Stays

Discover a thoughtfully curated range of accommodation options designed to suit every traveler's preferences, comfort level, and lifestyle.

The Okura

Tokyo

A landmark of refined Japanese hospitality, The Okura Tokyo blends timeless design with modern luxury, offering serene rooms, Michelin dining, and a calm oasis in the city’s heart.

The Sanraku Hotel

Kanazawa

Located near Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle, The Sanraku offers elegant interiors, spacious rooms, and exceptional service, perfectly balancing tradition with contemporary comfort.

Hanamurasaki

Kaga Onsen

A luxury ryokan nestled in the hot-spring town of Kaga Onsen, Hanamurasaki features traditional Japanese design, kaiseki dining, and private onsen baths with views of Kakusenkei Gorge.

The Shinmonzen

Kyoto

A discreet riverside luxury boutique designed by Tadao Ando, The Shinmonzen offers art-filled interiors, bespoke service, and an intimate Kyoto stay steeped in contemporary elegance.

SIMOSE Art Garden Villa

Hiroshima

Overlooking Hiroshima Bay, this architectural gem combines art, nature, and modern design. Each villa features private terraces, ocean views, and curated works from Japanese artists.

Gallery

Kaga Onsen, Japan at the Yamashiro Onsen hot springs resort district

Maiko geisha walking on a street of Gion, Kyoto

Natadera temple Kanazawa, Komatsu city

Nijo Castle a historic UNESCO heritage samurai palace, Kyoto

Nijo Castle under the rain, Kyoto

Floating gate of Itsukushima Shrine at sunset, Miyajima

Takeshita street, Harajuku

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