12 nights. Japan, South Korea

Day 1

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Departure: 17:00

Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most accustomed to seeing foreigners. It is a modern international port city filled with sightseeing spots and an exotic atmosphere that dates back to its historic opening as a port. The 296 m Yokohama Landmark Tower is one of Japan’s tallest buildings and the centerpiece of the Minato Mirai 21 (MM21) development. Completed in the early 1990s, it features the Sky Garden observatory on the 69th floor, reached by a high-speed elevator and offering excellent views on clear days. Yokohama also has many fascinating museums and galleries, many of which highlight the city’s history as a port and a gateway between Japan and the world.

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Day 2

nagoya

Arrival: 09:00 - Departure: 21:00

Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, blends modern industry with deep-rooted tradition. Often overlooked in favor of Tokyo or Kyoto, it rewards visitors with spacious boulevards, excellent museums, and lighter crowds. Historically linked to the Tokugawa shogunate, the city still reflects that legacy: orderly, proud, and quietly refined. Start at Nagoya Castle, famous for its golden shachihoko (mythical tiger-fish) on the roof. The reconstructed main keep and the beautifully restored Honmaru Palace showcase lavish samurai-era interiors and offer insight into feudal power and aesthetics. Then head to the Tokugawa Art Museum, home to armor, swords, and refined tea ceremony utensils once owned by the ruling Tokugawa family, all set beside a beautifully landscaped Japanese garden. Nagoya’s spiritual heart is Atsuta Jingu, one of Shinto’s most important shrines. Surrounded by a tranquil wooded park, it offers a peaceful retreat from city life and a chance to see traditional rituals and seasonal festivals. By contrast, the Osu district hums with energy: a mix of old temples, vintage shops, arcades, and manga stores that captures the feel of contemporary urban Japan. Food is a major highlight, with Nagoya’s own distinctive “Nagoya-meshi” cuisine. Don’t miss hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice, eaten in three different ways), miso katsu (pork cutlet topped with a rich red miso sauce), and tebasaki (crispy, seasoned chicken wings). Thanks to its central location and excellent rail connections, Nagoya also makes a convenient base for day trips to places like Inuyama, Gifu, and the Japanese Alps, creating a stay that combines history, culture, and modern comfort.

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Day 4-5

kobe, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 04:00

Kobe is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan’s ten largest cities. Situated between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, it is widely regarded as one of the country’s most attractive cities. Kobe has served as an important port for many centuries. In the 19th century, its harbor was among the first in Japan to open to foreign trade, together with Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate, and Niigata. In 1995, Kobe was struck by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which killed more than 5,000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. The city has since been completely rebuilt, and today there are few visible traces of the disaster.

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Day 5

kyoto (osaka), japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Kyoto, for over a thousand years, served as the capital of Japan and is likely the best-preserved city in the country. It is a beautiful, vibrant city where modern life intersects with traditional Japan. Nestled among the mountains of Western Honshu, Kyoto is an ideal base for exploring the Kansai region. The city is rich in heritage sites and culture, offering a wide variety of restaurants and is relatively easy to navigate. The city's rich culture and heritage are evident in its architecture and customs. Kyoto is home to thousands of temples and shrines, including the stunning golden Kinkaku-ji, Ryoanji with its Zen garden, the popular Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo with its life-size statues of Kannon, and the more serene Tenryu-ji in Arashiyama. Also located in Arashiyama is the famous Bamboo Grove. A delightful activity in Kyoto is a walking tour of Gion, one of the main Geisha districts, where wooden buildings and lanterns create the perfect ambiance. Kyoto is one of the world's greatest historical cities, filled with temples, shrines, teahouses, and imperial residences. Steeped in culture and heritage, Kyoto is a must-visit for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.

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Day 7

naha, okinawa, japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Naha is the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, located on the East China Sea coast in the southern part of Okinawa Island, the largest island in the prefecture. Naha is the political, economic, and educational center of Okinawa. Main tourist attractions include: • Shuri Castle – the former seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, built in the traditional Okinawan style. • The town of Itoman – located to the south and southeast of Naha. • Himeyuri Peace Museum. • Okinawa Peace Park – a seaside park with beautiful ocean views and several open-air memorials, including the Cornerstone of Peace. • Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum. • Okinawa Peace Memorial Hall. • Okinawa World – a cultural theme park featuring traditional Okinawan culture, crafts, and a limestone cave.

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Day 9

jeju island, south korea

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Jeju Island is the largest island in South Korea, located in Jeju Province (Jeju Special Self-Governing Province). The island covers an area of 1,833.2 km² (707.8 sq mi), which is about 1.83 percent of South Korea’s total area. In 2020, the resident population was about 670,000, the largest among South Korea’s islands. The island lies in the Korea Strait, south of the Korean Peninsula and South Jeolla Province. Jeju is the only self-governing province in South Korea, meaning it is administered by local residents rather than politicians from the mainland. The northern tip of Jeju Island is Kimnyeong Beach, the southern end is Songak Mountain, the western end is Suwolbong, and the eastern end is Seongsan Ilchulbong. Located between the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea, and the Sea of Japan, Jeju holds an important economic, political, and military position for South Korea. The island was formed by the eruption of an underwater volcano approximately 2 million years ago. It contains a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, the Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes. Jeju has a temperate climate, and even in winter temperatures rarely fall below 0 °C (32 °F). Jeju is a popular vacation destination, and a significant portion of its economy relies on tourism and activity related to its civil and naval base.

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Day 10

kumamoto - japan

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Kumamoto is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. As of the 2000 census, Greater Kumamoto had a population of 1,460,000. Despite sharing a border, it is not considered part of the Fukuoka–Kitakyushu metropolitan area. The city was designated by government ordinance on April 1, 2012.

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Day 12

mt fuji (shimizu) - japan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Fujikawaguchiko is located in the southern part of Yamanashi Prefecture, in the foothills of Mount Fuji. Four of the Five Fuji Lakes lie within the town’s boundaries, although it shares Lake Kawaguchi with neighboring Minobu. Fujikawaguchiko borders the cities of Ōtsuki, Tsuru, Fujiyoshida, Fuefuki, Kōfu, and Fujinomiya, as well as the towns of Nishikatsura, Minobu, and Narusawa.

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Day 13

tokyo (yokohama), japan

Arrival: 05:30

Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan and one of the cities most accustomed to seeing foreigners. It is a modern international port city filled with sightseeing spots and an exotic atmosphere that dates back to its historic opening as a port. The 296 m Yokohama Landmark Tower is one of Japan’s tallest buildings and the centerpiece of the Minato Mirai 21 (MM21) development. Completed in the early 1990s, it features the Sky Garden observatory on the 69th floor, reached by a high-speed elevator and offering excellent views on clear days. Yokohama also has many fascinating museums and galleries, many of which highlight the city’s history as a port and a gateway between Japan and the world.

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