Discover Japan Tour
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 15 Days Fully Escorted – Becki & Shawn are there to help anytime you need it
- Very Small Groups: 8 people or less – half the size of most small group tours!
- 14 Nights Accommodations in central locations
- Breakfast each morning and 4 evening meals
- All Entrance Fees for the listed attractions
- All Land Transportation including bullet trains
- Personal Support: pre-departure advice and helpful tips
Becki and Shawn
Join Us For An Adventure Of A Lifetime
On this trip you get the feel of independent travel without having to worry about the language, transportation, hotels, or reservations.
Our 20+ years of Japan travel brings you personal insights and special encounters you’ll never forget. You’ll travel in a small group, eat at local restaurants, ride public transportation, and enjoy a flexible schedule.
We take care of transportation and scheduling, so all you need to do is soak up the culture and enjoy your adventure of a lifetime.
DATES & PRICES
Our tours book fast! There is limited availability, so it’s best to secure your place as soon as possible.
Spring 2020
Fall 2020
Spring 2021
| Start Date | Features | Price | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start Date: March 21, 2021 | Features: Cherry Blossoms | Price: $8498 | Closed | |
| Start Date: April 11, 2021 | Features: Late Cherry Blossoms | Price: $7948 | Details: Customize | |
| Start Date: May 9, 2021 | Features: Zen Arts & Gardens | Price: $7748 | Details: Customize | |
| Start Date: May 30, 2021 | Features: Japanese Food & Traditions | Price: $7748 | Closed |
Fall 2021
Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Any scheduled tour can be made private. Your group, your dates. GO PRIVATE
Samurai Villages & Culture Itinerary
Our itineraries are flexible and can be modified according to the preferences of the group.
Day 0: Departure from Your Country
Fly to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Samurai Villages & Culture Itinerary
Our itineraries are flexible and can be modified according to the preferences of the group.
Day 0: Departure from Your Country
Fly to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Day 1: Airport to Tokyo
Arrive in Japan. Becki or Shawn will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel.
Free time to explore the area and see the famous Shibuya Crosswalk.
Day 1: Airport to Tokyo
Arrive in Japan. Becki or Shawn will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel.
Free time to explore the area and see the famous Shibuya Crosswalk.
“This was a fabulously well organized tour and very well thought out. Becki and Shawn were also caring, thoughtful and insightful.”
Day 2: Tokyo
In the morning, visit Asakusa to explore Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple built in 645 AD.
Then, enjoy a cooking class and learn to prepare traditional washoku cuisine.
In the evening, we will enjoy a fun Included Yokoso (Welcome) Dinner at a Japanese Izakaya.
Day 2: Tokyo
In the morning, visit Asakusa to explore Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple built in 645 AD.
Then, enjoy a cooking class and learn to prepare traditional washoku cuisine.
In the evening, we will enjoy a fun Included Yokoso (Welcome) Dinner at a Japanese Izakaya.
Day 3: Nikko
Today, we will travel to Nikko on the Japanese bullet train Shinkansen, one of the three fastest trains in the world.
See the elaborately decorated tomb of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, at Toshogu Shrine. The World Heritage Site is covered in beautiful wood carvings and gold leaf.
View the vermilion painted Sacred Bridge.
Day 3: Nikko
Today, we will travel to Nikko on the Japanese bullet train Shinkansen, one of the three fastest trains in the world.
See the elaborately decorated tomb of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, at Toshogu Shrine. The World Heritage Site is covered in beautiful wood carvings and gold leaf.
View the vermilion painted Sacred Bridge.
Day 4: Fuji
Today, we will travel to Lake Kawaguchi to view the magnificence of Mount Fuji – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We will stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan and have an authentic Japanese kaiseki dinner. This will be a very memorable experience!
Dinner Included at Ryokan hotel.
Day 4: Fuji
Today, we will travel to Lake Kawaguchi to view the magnificence of Mount Fuji – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We will stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan and have an authentic Japanese kaiseki dinner. This will be a very memorable experience!
Dinner Included at Ryokan hotel.
“Thank you for your warmth and perfect planning. The trip was wonderful and exceeded my expectations on every level.”
Day 5: Matsumoto
Travel to Matsumoto and visit Matsumoto Castle, one of only five original castles in Japan and a National Treasure.
See the nicely preserved shopping streets of the historic Nakamachi District.
Day 5: Matsumoto
Travel to Matsumoto and visit Matsumoto Castle, one of only five original castles in Japan and a National Treasure.
See the nicely preserved shopping streets of the historic Nakamachi District.
Day 6: Kanazawa
In the morning, we will visit Zenko-ji Temple, built in the 7th century, and watch monks perform a Buddhist morning service.
Then, head to Kanazawa to see the restored Geisha entertainment district of Higashi Chaya, the Nagamachi Samurai district, Omicho Market, and the Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most beautiful landscape gardens.
Day 6: Kanazawa
In the morning, we will visit Zenko-ji Temple, built in the 7th century, and watch monks perform a Buddhist morning service.
Then, head to Kanazawa to see the restored Geisha entertainment district of Higashi Chaya, the Nagamachi Samurai district, Omicho Market, and the Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most beautiful landscape gardens.
Day 7: Kiso Valley
Slip back to earlier time and enjoy the beautifully preserved post towns of Magome and Tsumago in the Kiso Valley. The towns used to serve travelers on the Nakasendo Trail, the route connecting Tokyo and Kyoto during the Edo Period.
Included Yakitori Restaurant (Michelin Recommended).
Day 7: Kiso Valley
Slip back to earlier time and enjoy the beautifully preserved post towns of Magome and Tsumago in the Kiso Valley. The towns used to serve travelers on the Nakasendo Trail, the route connecting Tokyo and Kyoto during the Edo Period.
Included Yakitori Restaurant (Michelin Recommended).
“This trip exceeded our expectations. Becki and Shawn even accommodated our special interests in textiles and crafts. Their outgoing personalities and cheerfulness made everything fun. Thank you so much for everything!”
Day 8: Takayama
We will begin the day by taking a scenic train through the Japanese Alps to Takayama. See the beautiful countryside and witness centuries-old merchant streets and shops in this charming, mountain town.
Visit a Heritage House and then sample the local delicacies of mitarashi dango mochi, delicious Hida Beef, and special Takayama brewed sake.
Day 8: Takayama
We will begin the day by taking a scenic train through the Japanese Alps to Takayama. See the beautiful countryside and witness centuries-old merchant streets and shops in this charming, mountain town.
Visit a Heritage House and then sample the local delicacies of mitarashi dango mochi, delicious Hida Beef, and special Takayama brewed sake.
Day 9: Hiroshima
Travel to Hiroshima, the City of Peace. Take a streetcar ride, see the Atomic Bomb Dome, and visit the Peace Memorial Park and museum.
This is a good chance to try Hiroshima Okonomiyaki!
Day 9: Hiroshima
Travel to Hiroshima, the City of Peace. Take a streetcar ride, see the Atomic Bomb Dome, and visit the Peace Memorial Park and museum.
This is a good chance to try Hiroshima Okonomiyaki!
Day 10: Miyajima
Catch a ferry to Miyajima and see the world famous floating torii gate.
Stroll the streets and paths of Miyajima and visit the World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine.
Then, relax in the Shukkeien Garden.
Day 10: Miyajima
Catch a ferry to Miyajima and see the world famous floating torii gate.
Stroll the streets and paths of Miyajima and visit the World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine.
Then, relax in the Shukkeien Garden.
“I appreciated the attention to detail, the care and thoughtfulness of you both, and the good humor. It enabled me to relax and enjoy Japan so much more. Looking forward to Hokkaido!”
Day 11: Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto and visit the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu Temple. Walk the Higashiyama District with old wooden houses and shops and explore a Zen garden and bamboo grove at Kodaiji Temple.
Then, watch Miyako Odori, a 148 year old geisha performance held every year in April at the historical Minami-za Theater in Gion.
Included Kaiseki Dinner.
Day 11: Kyoto
Travel to Kyoto and visit the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu Temple. Walk the Higashiyama District with old wooden houses and shops and explore a Zen garden and bamboo grove at Kodaiji Temple.
Then, watch Miyako Odori, a 148 year old geisha performance held every year in April at the historical Minami-za Theater in Gion.
Included Kaiseki Dinner.
Day 12: Kyoto
Visit the Kyoto Shibori Museum and learn about the ancient techniques of dying silk fabrics. Then experience making your very own souvenir Shibori silk scarf from a Shibori Master.
Visit the beautiful World Heritage Sites of Kinkakuji, the Golden Temple; and Ryoanji, the famous Zen Rock Garden.
Day 12: Kyoto
Visit the Kyoto Shibori Museum and learn about the ancient techniques of dying silk fabrics. Then experience making your very own souvenir Shibori silk scarf from a Shibori Master.
Visit the beautiful World Heritage Sites of Kinkakuji, the Golden Temple; and Ryoanji, the famous Zen Rock Garden.
Day 13: Fushimi Inari/Uji
Walk through thousands of red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Built in 711 AD, it is one of the oldest and most popular shrines in Kyoto.
Then, travel to Uji and see the beautiful World Heritage Site, Byodo-in, featured on the back of the Japanese ten yen coin.
Day 13: Fushimi Inari/Uji
Walk through thousands of red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Built in 711 AD, it is one of the oldest and most popular shrines in Kyoto.
Then, travel to Uji and see the beautiful World Heritage Site, Byodo-in, featured on the back of the Japanese ten yen coin.
“Every detail seemed to have been taken care of. Most importantly they truly listen to your requests and they work really hard to fulfill them. We had so much fun. A trip to brag about forever.”
Day 14: Tokyo
Head back to Tokyo and enjoy some free time to explore the city or shop for souvenirs.
In the evening, we will conclude the trip with a memorable Included Sayonara (Farewell) Dinner.
Day 14: Tokyo
Head back to Tokyo and enjoy some free time to explore the city or shop for souvenirs.
In the evening, we will conclude the trip with a memorable Included Sayonara (Farewell) Dinner.
Day 15: Tokyo to Airport
After breakfast, we’ll check out of the hotel and head to Narita Airport.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have free time for sightseeing or shopping. Sayonara!
Day 15: Tokyo to Airport
After breakfast, we’ll check out of the hotel and head to Narita Airport.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have free time for sightseeing or shopping. Sayonara!
Becki and Shawn
YOUR JAPAN SPECIALISTS
Becki and Shawn are Japan Travel Specialists with two decades of experience living, working and traveling in Japan. They’ve lived in Nagoya, Hamamatsu, Wakayama, Kitakyushu, and Shizuoka and worked at universities and private companies across Japan.
They both hold an M.A. in International Studies. Becki is a certified Japanese tea instructor and has passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
OUR DIFFERENCE
With Japan and More, you deal directly with the owners, Becki and Shawn, from the time you register for your tour until the day you depart Japan.
They are Americans who know Japan, understand Japanese culture, and speak the language. They take care of every detail from knowing the best hotels, the quickest and easiest way to get around, and where to go off the beaten path. You will explore Japan in small groups, dine at family-run restaurants, and enjoy a flexible itinerary.
If you really want to experience Japan, then this is the tour for you!
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TESTIMONIALS
“I cannot recommend Japan and More highly enough! Our family of five spent about three weeks in Japan with Shawn and Becki, and we had an extraordinary experience of a lifetime.”
Peter
Charlotte, NC
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Geri
Miami, FL
©JAPANandmore.com“I appreciated the attention to detail, the care and thoughtfulness of you both, and the good humor. It enabled me to relax and enjoy Japan so much more.”
Sue
Queensland, AU
©JAPANandmore.com“Thank you for your warmth and perfect planning. The trip was wonderful and exceeded my expectations on every level.”
Susan
New York, NY
©JAPAN and more“I was able to see so much, cover so much ground and experience places I would not have even considered without Becki’s guidance. She is truly an expert on the country and culture! It’s a magical place.”
Jennifer
Wilmington, NC
©JAPAN and more“Your interest in Japan and knowledge made all the difference. And your love for what you do is very special. We loved seeing Japan with you!”
David & Linda
Orlando, FL
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Robert & Stephanie
Miami, FL
©JAPAN and more“The trip was amazing. It was everything I could have hoped for! I would not have been able to see and learn so much if it weren’t for Becki and Shawn!”
Blythe
Greenville, SC
©JAPAN and more“This small group tour was a perfect fit for us. Shawn & Becki are a great team. Everything ran smoothly because of their attention to detail.”
Lee
Tallahassee, FL
©JAPAN and more“This was one of the best tours I have ever taken so far. Really experienced Japanese culture and food.”
Raj
Adelaide, AU
©JAPAN and more“Our trip to Japan with Becki and Shawn was absolutely amazing! Their knowledge of Japan and ability to speak the language made everything so much easier.”
Andy & Amy
San Francisco, CA
©JAPANandmore.com“This trip exceeded our expectations. Becki and Shawn even accommodated our special interests in textiles and crafts. Their outgoing personalities and cheerfulness made everything fun. Thank you so much for everything!”
Elizabeth & David
San Francisco, CA
©JAPANandmore.com“The main highlight was the energy and personalities of the tour guides, Becki and Shawn.”
Amaro
Houston, TX
©JAPAN and more“Every detail seemed to have been taken care of. Most importantly they truly listen to your requests and they work really hard to fulfill them. We had so much fun. A trip to brag about forever.”
Anita & Adam
Denver, CO
©JAPAN and more“The small group tour exceeded all expectations. We would not have been able to experience all that we did on our own.”
Ilene
Fort Lauderdale, FL
©JAPAN and more“Becki and Shawn are beautifully organized. Everything is done with charm and kindness. Can’t ask for more!”
Lynn
San Luis Obispo, CA
©JAPANandmore.com“Y’all are the best! Both of you are really what made this trip so fun! Thank you so much!”
Michael
Houston, TX
©JAPAN and more“Thank you for taking us on a wonderful and memorable tour of Japan!”
Ben & Tif
Washington, DC
©JAPAN and more“Traveling with you guys was like traveling with local family – easy & stress-free so we could simply experience all of the wonderful places you took us.”
Sriyesh & Anne
Greensboro, NC
©JAPANandmore.com“Shawn and Becki are excellent guides and we recommend their tours highly.”
Mary & Barry
Boston, MA
©JAPAN and more“Shawn and Becki are very helpful with Japanese culture and how to maneuver around Japan.”
Wanda & Andy
Raleigh, NC
©JAPAN and more“The attention to detail, the organization and the flexibility made for a perfect experience. Thank you!”
Allan & Patricia
Miami, FL
©JAPANandmore.com“This was a fabulously well organized tour and very well thought out. Becki and Shawn were also caring, thoughtful and insightful.”
Fabienne
Durham, NC
©JAPANandmore.com“Becki and Shawn, thank you for a wonderful introduction to Japan, it’s culture, people, cuisine, and history…Thank you both for making this tour so special.”
Trudi & Lou
Los Angeles, CA
©JAPAN and more“Becki’s exceptional Japanese took us through the intimate corners of Japan where we could interact in a relaxed atmosphere.”
Judy
Cleveland, OH
©JAPAN and more“Thank you Becki and Shawn for an amazing trip! Every day was a new adventure!”
Erica
Detroit, MI
©JAPAN and more“Going on this tour was like spending time with old friends, even though we only met Becki and Shawn a week ago. Thank you for an authentic expat experience.”
John & Karen
Chicago, IL
©JAPANandmore.com“Your well organized tour allowed us to see the culture, people and cities of Japan. We were relaxed and enjoyed all of it.”
Lise & Jeff
Elkton, VA
©JAPAN and more“A+ well done! Thank you so much Becki and Shawn. You were fantastic!”
Keko & Julie
Reno, NV
©JAPAN and more“We are so happy with our decision to use Japan and More! They helped us maximize our time and savor each moment stress-free!”
Leah & Alan
Austin, TX
©JAPAN and more“Having two such knowledgeable and personable guides really made the trip!”
Burt & Willa Kay
Kansas City, KS
“This was a very personal, customized, small group adventure that covered a lot of ground in a short period of time. The hotels were excellent and the food was varied and delicious. I am a raving fan!”
Hal
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Becki and Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists
Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.
We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!
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