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Original Plan for J.B.
J.B. requested a travel plan that the whole family could enjoy and wished to visit not only major cities but also rural areas.
We therefore created a plan to visit such major Japanese cities as Tokyo and Nagoya along with such regional tourist destinations as Takayama and Shirakawa-go.
Their plan included experiences that exposed them to Japanese culture and food culture, such as trying sushi at the Toyosu Market, visiting a sake brewery, and touring the morning markets in Takayama.
Shinkansen bullet Ftrains and chartered vehicles were used for transportation to ensure comfortable travel between cities.
In particular, it included an abundance of traditional Japanese landscapes and family-friendly activities to satisfy the whole family.
DAY1
Arriving at Tokyo
Arrive at Tokyo (Narita Airport) and take a chartered vehicle to your hotel. The driver will welcome you at the exit with a sign that reads J.B.
Please relieve your fatigue from traveling at your nice hotel.
DAY2
Go Sightseeing in Fashion Town
Go sightseeing in the Harajuku, Omotesando, and Shibuya areas, and if desired, visit the Shibuya Sky Observation Deck.
Also visit the historic Meiji-jingu Shrine to experience Japanese culture.
DAY3
Immerse Yourselves in Downtown
Explore Asakusa, Kappabashi, Ueno, Ameyoko Shopping Street, and Akihabara.
After immersing yourselves at teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, spend some time at Azabudai Hills and indulge in a delicious dinner there.
DAY4
Visit Toyosu Market
Take a taxi from your hotel to the Toyosu Market.
After reveling in the Toyosu Market, you can partake in fresh sushi at a popular sushi restaurant within the market.
DAY5
Activities for Your Family to Enjoy
Either spend a magical day at Tokyo Disneyland or have an enjoyable time freely walking through the city as you wish with your family.
DAY6
Travel to Nagoya
From Shinagawa Station, take the Shinkansen bullet train to Nagoya.
Enjoy a pleasant train ride by Shinkansen bullet train for a smooth transition to your next destination of Nagoya.
DAY7
Savor Nagoya with Friends
Have a great time with your friends in Nagoya.
Enjoy the good food and sightseeing spots together and create wonderful memories.
DAY8-9
Travel from Nagoya to Hirayu Onsen
Travel from Nagoya to Hirayu Onsen.
From Nagoya Station, take the Shinkansen bullet train to Takayama Station and then a bus from Takayama Station to Hirayu Onsen.
The staff at the bus center all speak English, so please rest assured.
Pamper yourselves at the relaxing hot springs of Hirayu Onsen.
DAY10-11
Guided Visit to Shirakawa-go and Gokayama
From Hirayu Onsen, take a bus to Takayama, where you can indulge yourselves at the Wat Hotel & Spa Hida Takayama.
You can also revel in the beautiful nature of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama as well as the sightseeing in the city with guides who speak fluent English and Portuguese.
DAY12
Go Sightseeing in Takayama City
Go Sightseeing in Takayama and have your fill of the historic streets, culture, and delicious local cuisine.
Enjoy the quaint morning market and sake brewery tour to fully appreciate the charms of Takayama.
DAY13
Take a Shinkansen Bullet Train to Tokyo
Take a train from Takayama Station to Nagoya Station and then another comfortable Shinkansen bullet train ride from Nagoya Station to Shinagawa Station.
From Shinagawa Station, take a taxi to your hotel and relax after your long day.
Special Selection
Special Selections for J.B.
We carefully selected our recommendations for restaurants and stores based on the requests from J.B.
We provide information that cannot be found in commercially available guidebooks to satisfy our customers.
In addition to customized plans, we also share recommendations tailored to individual requests.
Restaurant Recommendations in the Harajuku / Meiji-jingumae Area
- Deep-Fried Pork Cutlets Restaurant (deep-fried seafood also available)
- Teppanyaki Restaurant
Enjoy A5-ranked steak from specially selected beef. - Sushi Restaurant
This sushi restaurant offers lavish sushi course meals. - Hand-Rolled Sushi Restaurant
This is a hand-rolled sushi (temaki-zushi) restaurant. There are vegetarian options available. - Ramen
This is a famous restaurant with locations overseas.
Restaurant Recommendations in Shibuya
- Fugu Pufferfish Cuisine
- Handmade Soba
- Casual Sushi Restaurant
Recommended Walking Course Through Tokyo Station Area, Asakusa, and Kappabashi
Asakusa is located about 30 minutes from central Tokyo by car or train. In Asakusa, you can take a stroll down Nakamise-dori Street and enjoy buying snacks and other foods that can be eaten standing. After this, you can visit Sensoji Temple and see Tokyo SkyTree.
Sensoji Temple Official Website / Tokyo SkyTree Official Website
You can also take a rickshaw from Sensoji Temple to the Tokyo Skytree area, and if desired, wear kimono and have your picture taken.
If you would like to buy a Japanese kitchen knife...
Kappabashi is famous for selling cooking utensils. In recent years, Japanese kitchen knives have become increasingly popular, and many visitors from abroad head to Kappabashi to buy a variety of kitchen knives.
If you would like to see or make plastic food samples...
The plastic food samples displayed at the entrances of Japanese restaurants are very popular among visitors from abroad, and many people buy them as souvenirs. You can even try your hand at making your own.