Japan Grand Tour: North to South
Tour Overview
See the full story of Japan in one unforgettable journey. The Japan Grand Tour: North to South is designed for travelers who want more than just Tokyo and Kyoto. From the wild beauty of Hokkaido and the neon streets of Tokyo to the timeless temples of Kyoto, the history of Hiroshima, and the tropical beaches of Okinawa, this tour covers Japan’s greatest contrasts in one seamless adventure. You’ll ride bullet trains, fly domestic routes, stay in comfortable hotels, and experience Japan from snowy north to sunny south. If you want to experience the complete spirit of Japan in one trip, this is the ultimate journey.
Tour Overview
- Duration: 16 days / 15 nights
- Group Size: 8–14 guests
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels + 1 ryokan stay
Tour Highlights
- Walk through the flower fields and fresh landscapes of Hokkaido
- Explore Tokyo’s old temples and futuristic skyline
- Cruise Lake Ashi with Mount Fuji views in Hakone
- Ride the Shinkansen across Japan’s countryside
- Visit Kyoto’s temples
- bamboo forests
- and geisha districts
- Meet the deer of Nara and see the giant Buddha at Todaiji
- Reflect at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima’s floating torii gate
- Relax on the tropical beaches of Okinawa
- Taste regional Japanese cuisine from ramen to okonomiyaki and fresh seafood
Theme: Welcome to Japan’s Wild North
- Morning / Afternoon: Arrive at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido. Meet your guide in the arrivals hall. Receive your welcome pack: transport card, pocket Wi-Fi, printed itinerary. Shared transfer to a hotel in Sapporo.
- Evening: Check in and freshen up.
- Night: Welcome dinner featuring Hokkaido seafood, miso ramen, and local desserts. Overnight in Sapporo.
Theme: Northern Charm
- Morning: Breakfast at hotel. Visit Odori Park, Sapporo Clock Tower, and Former Hokkaido Government Building.
- Afternoon: Travel to Otaru. Walk the historic canal district, glass workshops, and music box stores. Lunch break (not included).
- Evening: Return to Sapporo. Free time.
- Night: Overnight Sapporo.
Theme: North to Mega City
- Morning: Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Domestic flight to Tokyo.
- Afternoon: Arriving in Tokyo. Transfer to a hotel in Asakusa. Visit Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street.
- Evening: Free time in Asakusa.
- Night: Overnight Tokyo.
Theme: Tradition Meets Future
- Morning: Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine and Yoyogi Park.
- Afternoon: Explore Shibuya Crossing and Shibuya Sky. Lunch break (not included). Continue to Harajuku and Omotesando.
- Evening: Dinner in Shinjuku with yakitori set meal included.
- Night: Overnight Tokyo.
Theme: Your Tokyo Choice
- Morning: Breakfast. Free day with guide suggestions. Options: Tokyo Disney Resort, teamLab Planets, Akihabara anime district, shopping in Ginza, or Ueno museums.
- Evening: Free time.
- Night: Overnight Tokyo.
Theme: Nature and Hot Springs
- Morning: Check out. Travel to Hakone. Start sightseeing loop with ropeway and Owakudani volcanic valley.
- Afternoon: Cruise Lake Ashi with Mount Fuji views (weather permitting).
- Evening: Check into traditional ryokan. Change into a yukata and enjoy an onsen bath.
- Night: Kaiseki dinner included. Overnight Hakone.
Theme: Through the Heart of Japan
- Morning: Breakfast at ryokan. Transfer to Odawara Station. Ride Shinkansen to Kyoto.
- Afternoon: Arriving in Kyoto. Visit Nishiki Market and Kamo River area.
- Evening: Group dinner at shabu-shabu restaurant included.
- Night: Overnight Kyoto.
Theme: Ancient Capital
- Morning: Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji Zen garden.
- Afternoon: Explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Tenryu-ji Temple. Lunch break (not included).
- Evening: Free time in Gion district.
- Night: Overnight Kyoto.
Theme: Gates and Deer
- Morning: Early visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine. Walk through thousands of red torii gates.
- Afternoon: Continue to Nara. Meet wild deer in Nara Park and visit Todaiji Temple.
- Evening: Return to Kyoto.
- Night: Overnight Kyoto.
Theme: Japan’s Kitchen
- Morning: Transfer to Osaka. Visit Osaka Castle.
- Afternoon: Explore Dotonbori and Kuromon Market. Try takoyaki and street food. Lunch not included.
- Evening: Farewell food crawl dinner included.
- Night: Overnight Osaka.
Theme: History and Hope
- Morning: Bullet train to Hiroshima. Visit Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
- Afternoon: Explore city center. Free time.
- Evening: Dinner on your own (recommendation: Hiroshima okonomiyaki).
- Night: Overnight Hiroshima.
Theme: Sacred Island Beauty
- Morning: Ferry to Miyajima Island. See the floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
- Afternoon: Free time for ropeway, hiking, or local snacks.
- Evening: Return to Hiroshima.
- Night: Overnight Hiroshima.
Theme: Tropical Japan
- Morning: Transfer to airport. Domestic flight to Okinawa.
- Afternoon: Arrive Naha. Transfer to a beachside hotel. Relax.
- Evening: Sunset walk and free time.
- Night: Overnight Okinawa.
Theme: Island Escape
- Morning: Beach free time or swimming.
- Afternoon: Visit Shurijo Castle area and local market.
- Evening: Dinner with Okinawan specialties included.
- Night: Overnight Okinawa.
Theme: Relax Your Way
- Morning / Afternoon: Free day. Optional snorkeling, island hopping, aquarium visit, or beach rest.
- Evening: Casual farewell drink included.
- Night: Overnight Okinawa.
- Morning: Breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Naha Airport.
- Late Morning / Afternoon: Guide assists with check-in. Flight departs. Tour ends.
Many countries do not require one for short stays. Check your nationality before booking.
Moderate pace. Some travel days are longer because this is a full-country tour.
Usually 12,000–20,000 steps daily.
Domestic Japan flights are included. International flights are not.
Yes. Shared room option or private room supplement available.
Mostly yes, but beach weather is best from April to October.
Yes, with advance notice.
Yes, mandatory.
One large suitcase + one carry-on.
Yes, extra nights can be arranged in Okinawa, Tokyo, or Osaka.
Long trip but well planned. The hotels were clean, the guide was excellent, and domestic flights saved so much time.
Tokyo was exciting, Kyoto was beautiful, and Okinawa was pure relaxation. I loved the ryokan night in Hakone.
We wanted one trip that covered everything, and this was delivered. From Hokkaido to Okinawa, every stop felt different. The bullet train rides were so smooth.
