Experience the magic of Japan during the most enchanting time of year – cherry blossom season. This 13-day adventure immerses you in Japan’s perfect harmony of ancient tradition and modern innovation. Begin your journey amid Tokyo’s soaring skyscrapers, then venture to Hakone’s mountainous hot springs, where you’ll discover true relaxation in fragrant steam clouds. In Takayama, delight in the preserved beauty of the Edo era, before moving on to explore the cultural diversity of Kyoto.
Witness the profound peace of Hiroshima, master the art of sushi-making with an expert, and soak away your worries in a traditional onsen. Throughout your travels, a local leader will reveal the rich tapestry of Japanese culture as you visit temples, castles, shrines, and holy mountains. There is no better time to see Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms in full bloom, making this journey truly unforgettable.
While this is the prime time of the year to see cherry blossoms, we are of course dependent on mother nature so we cannot guarantee you’ll see cherry blossoms.
Will you join us?
TOUR PRICING: A$12,995
TOUR DATES: 22ND MARCH – 3RD APRIL 2025
Villa Fontaine Grand Tamachi
Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Minato, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available.
The hotel offers 24 hour front desk and baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking.
Nearby landmarks such as Shinagawa Season Terrace (0.7 mi) and Observatory, Seaside Top (1.1 mi) make Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi a great place to stay when visiting Minato.
Travellers looking to enjoy some dumplings can head to Gonpachi Nishiazabu, Ippudo Roppongi, or Tiger Gyoza Kaikan Tamachi. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Spanish restaurant such as La Oliva, Burri Burrito & Tacos, or Charcoal cuisine Spanish bar Mon.
Looking to explore? Then look no further than Tokyo Tower (1.1 mi), Sengaku-ji Temple (0.6 mi), and Zojoji Temple (1.0 mi), which are some popular Minato attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel.
Hakone Tensein
Conveniently accessible from the city center, Tenseien is home to natural hot springs and a wide selection of delicious foods. It’s a great place to don a yukata and stroll through the lush natural surroundings of the garden, then stop by the shrine. You can spend an entire day here enjoying our feature-packed facilities!
The 17-meter-long Rooftop Open-Air Communal Sky Baths are incredibly spacious! Sit back, relax, and soak in the hot springs while taking in the beautiful seasonal scenery of Hakone. A visit here is sure to wash away your daily cares, soothing your body and soul. Private Baths We also offer hot springs for private enjoyment. Room rate per hour: Starting at ¥2,200 (tax included) An additional entry fee is required.
Chisun Grand Takayama
Situated in the centre of Takayama, Chisun Grand Takayama is set 200 metres from Takayama Station and 2.3 km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village. Featuring free bikes, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site.
All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. The rooms in Chisun Grand Takayama are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
At the accommodation guests will find facilities including a sauna and a spa and wellness centre.
Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Japanese.
Popular points of interest near Chisun Grand Takayama include Fuji Folk Museum, Yoshijima Heritage House and Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine. The nearest airport is Toyama Airport, 83 km from the hotel.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima
Stay at the elegant ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima for a wide choice of cuisine and English language service in the heart of Hiroshima.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima is in Hiroshima’s commercial district, just five minutes’ walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Ask the bilingual Front Desk staff in the marble floored lobby about our restaurant and bar options, with a delicious a la carte menu and stunning views across the city. You can energize with our 24-hour available fitness center (No charge).
Facing the Fukuromachi street car stop on Peace Boulevard, ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima is a 10 minute taxi ride or 20 minute tram journey from JR Hiroshima station, with shuttle buses to Hiroshima Airport taking 60 minutes. We’re a short walk from the banks of the Motoyasugawa River and A-Bomb Dome.
Locals have long been heading to the hotel’s five restaurants on special occasions for outstanding Japanese, Chinese and Teppanyaki. Our 1st-floor Fruitier restaurant serves up an expansive breakfast buffet with something to suit all palates.
Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
Just 2 minutes walk away from Kyoto Station, calm and comfortable rooms are available for your travel. From Kyoto station, you’ll arrive at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande just about 1 minute on foot!
You can also get the limousine bus from Kansai Airport to our hotel.
Our hotel is located great place to explore famous heritage and attractions in Kyoto.
“Kiyomizu-dera Temple”, ”Sanjusangendo temple”, ”Kinkakuji temple”, ”Arashiyama”……
We can keep your baggage before you check in or after you check out.
Please enjoy to sightseeing freely without many baggage!
The hotel have just renovated all rooms in 2016.
“ZEN”room is highly recommend which have Karesansui garden in room.
Another room features many standard amenities as refrigerator,safes,humidified air cleaner.
Weather
Spring is one of the best times of year to be in Japan. The temperatures are warm but not hot, there’s not too much rain, and March–April brings the justly famous cherry blossoms (sakura) and is a time of revelry and festivals.
Currency
The Japanese currency is the Japanese yen, abbreviated ¥ (or JPY in foreign exchange contexts). The symbol 円 (pronounced en) is used in the Japanese language itself.
Prices in Japan are almost always listed using Western numerals, with Japanese numerals only occasionally spotted in places like high-end restaurants. The main exception is that large sums are sometimes abbreviated with 万 (man, 10,000), so 5万円 is 50,000 yen.
While cashless payments are becoming more common in Japan, there are still many places where cash is required. Particularly in smaller towns and more isolated areas, you should carry enough cash or check in advance that cashless payment is accepted.
Electricity
Japan uses the same Type A two-pin and Type B three-pin electrical sockets as the United States. Electricity is delivered at 100 V (somewhat lower than the 120V that is common in North America), and at 50 (eastern half of Japan) or 60 Hz (western half), depending on location. These only make a difference for large items like household appliances, the vast majority of overseas electronic devices like phone chargers and laptops will work fine in Japan.
Visas
Australian and NZ passport holders are visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. Please reconfirm your visa validity closer to departure date as requirements can change at any time.
Experience the magic of Japan during the most enchanting time of year – cherry blossom season. This 13-day adventure immerses you in Japan’s perfect harmony of ancient tradition and modern innovation. Begin your journey amid Tokyo’s soaring skyscrapers, then venture to Hakone’s mountainous hot springs, where you’ll discover true relaxation in fragrant steam clouds. In Takayama, delight in the preserved beauty of the Edo era, before moving on to explore the cultural diversity of Kyoto.
Witness the profound peace of Hiroshima, master the art of sushi-making with an expert, and soak away your worries in a traditional onsen. Throughout your travels, a local leader will reveal the rich tapestry of Japanese culture as you visit temples, castles, shrines, and holy mountains. There is no better time to see Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms in full bloom, making this journey truly unforgettable.
While this is the prime time of the year to see cherry blossoms, we are of course dependent on mother nature so we cannot guarantee you’ll see cherry blossoms.
Will you join us?
TOUR PRICING: A$12,995
TOUR DATES: 22ND MARCH – 3RD APRIL 2025
Villa Fontaine Grand Tamachi
Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Minato, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available.
The hotel offers 24 hour front desk and baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking.
Nearby landmarks such as Shinagawa Season Terrace (0.7 mi) and Observatory, Seaside Top (1.1 mi) make Hotel Villa Fontaine Tamachi a great place to stay when visiting Minato.
Travellers looking to enjoy some dumplings can head to Gonpachi Nishiazabu, Ippudo Roppongi, or Tiger Gyoza Kaikan Tamachi. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Spanish restaurant such as La Oliva, Burri Burrito & Tacos, or Charcoal cuisine Spanish bar Mon.
Looking to explore? Then look no further than Tokyo Tower (1.1 mi), Sengaku-ji Temple (0.6 mi), and Zojoji Temple (1.0 mi), which are some popular Minato attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel.
Hakone Tensein
Conveniently accessible from the city center, Tenseien is home to natural hot springs and a wide selection of delicious foods. It’s a great place to don a yukata and stroll through the lush natural surroundings of the garden, then stop by the shrine. You can spend an entire day here enjoying our feature-packed facilities!
The 17-meter-long Rooftop Open-Air Communal Sky Baths are incredibly spacious! Sit back, relax, and soak in the hot springs while taking in the beautiful seasonal scenery of Hakone. A visit here is sure to wash away your daily cares, soothing your body and soul. Private Baths We also offer hot springs for private enjoyment. Room rate per hour: Starting at ¥2,200 (tax included) An additional entry fee is required.
Chisun Grand Takayama
Situated in the centre of Takayama, Chisun Grand Takayama is set 200 metres from Takayama Station and 2.3 km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village. Featuring free bikes, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site.
All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. The rooms in Chisun Grand Takayama are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
At the accommodation guests will find facilities including a sauna and a spa and wellness centre.
Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Japanese.
Popular points of interest near Chisun Grand Takayama include Fuji Folk Museum, Yoshijima Heritage House and Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine. The nearest airport is Toyama Airport, 83 km from the hotel.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima
Stay at the elegant ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima for a wide choice of cuisine and English language service in the heart of Hiroshima.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima is in Hiroshima’s commercial district, just five minutes’ walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Ask the bilingual Front Desk staff in the marble floored lobby about our restaurant and bar options, with a delicious a la carte menu and stunning views across the city. You can energize with our 24-hour available fitness center (No charge).
Facing the Fukuromachi street car stop on Peace Boulevard, ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima is a 10 minute taxi ride or 20 minute tram journey from JR Hiroshima station, with shuttle buses to Hiroshima Airport taking 60 minutes. We’re a short walk from the banks of the Motoyasugawa River and A-Bomb Dome.
Locals have long been heading to the hotel’s five restaurants on special occasions for outstanding Japanese, Chinese and Teppanyaki. Our 1st-floor Fruitier restaurant serves up an expansive breakfast buffet with something to suit all palates.
Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
Just 2 minutes walk away from Kyoto Station, calm and comfortable rooms are available for your travel. From Kyoto station, you’ll arrive at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande just about 1 minute on foot!
You can also get the limousine bus from Kansai Airport to our hotel.
Our hotel is located great place to explore famous heritage and attractions in Kyoto.
“Kiyomizu-dera Temple”, ”Sanjusangendo temple”, ”Kinkakuji temple”, ”Arashiyama”……
We can keep your baggage before you check in or after you check out.
Please enjoy to sightseeing freely without many baggage!
The hotel have just renovated all rooms in 2016.
“ZEN”room is highly recommend which have Karesansui garden in room.
Another room features many standard amenities as refrigerator,safes,humidified air cleaner.
Weather
Spring is one of the best times of year to be in Japan. The temperatures are warm but not hot, there’s not too much rain, and March–April brings the justly famous cherry blossoms (sakura) and is a time of revelry and festivals.
Currency
The Japanese currency is the Japanese yen, abbreviated ¥ (or JPY in foreign exchange contexts). The symbol 円 (pronounced en) is used in the Japanese language itself.
Prices in Japan are almost always listed using Western numerals, with Japanese numerals only occasionally spotted in places like high-end restaurants. The main exception is that large sums are sometimes abbreviated with 万 (man, 10,000), so 5万円 is 50,000 yen.
While cashless payments are becoming more common in Japan, there are still many places where cash is required. Particularly in smaller towns and more isolated areas, you should carry enough cash or check in advance that cashless payment is accepted.
Electricity
Japan uses the same Type A two-pin and Type B three-pin electrical sockets as the United States. Electricity is delivered at 100 V (somewhat lower than the 120V that is common in North America), and at 50 (eastern half of Japan) or 60 Hz (western half), depending on location. These only make a difference for large items like household appliances, the vast majority of overseas electronic devices like phone chargers and laptops will work fine in Japan.
Visas
Australian and NZ passport holders are visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. Please reconfirm your visa validity closer to departure date as requirements can change at any time.
