Japan Sakura Dreams

9 Days / 8 Nights
Kochi → Japan (Ashi Lake cruise, Miyajima Island, Owakudani Valley, Team Lab Planet Museum, Tokyo Skytree)

8 Nights | 9 Days | Mar 27, Apr 3, 2026

Flights by SriLankan Airlines

Journey Through Japan’s Spring Magic

Welcome to Japan, a land where modern innovation blends harmoniously with ancient traditions. This unforgettable journey takes you through bustling cities, serene temples, breathtaking landscapes, and exquisite cuisine. Explore Japan’s rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. From the peaceful gardens of Kyoto to the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, this tour promises experiences that will astonish and inspire you.

Itinerary

Assemble at Cochin International Airport
Meet your Malayalee Tour Manager from Santa Monica
Board your flight to Colombo
Arrive in Colombo and connect to your flight to Tokyo

Arrive at Narita International Airport and complete immigration and customs formalities. Meet your local representative in Tokyo and proceed to breakfast.
Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple (Senso-ji), Tokyo’s oldest and most famous Buddhist temple dedicated to Kannon Bosatsu, the Goddess of Mercy, founded in 628 AD. Explore Nakamise Street, a vibrant shopping street filled with souvenirs and traditional snacks.
Enjoy lunch at a restaurant and check in at the hotel.
In the evening, visit the Tokyo Skytree—Japan’s tallest structure at 634 meters and an iconic symbol of modern Tokyo.
After dinner, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Tokyo.

After breakfast, visit Ueno Park, one of Tokyo’s best-known public parks, rich in nature, history, and cultural attractions.
After lunch, explore the TeamLab Planets Museum in Toyosu—an immersive digital art experience where you move through water, light, sound, and interactive installations.
Then, witness the famous Shibuya Crossing, one of the world’s busiest pedestrian crossings. Visit the beloved Hachikō Statue, symbolizing loyalty and devotion.
Dinner and overnight stay in Tokyo.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Mount Fuji, Japan’s tallest and most iconic mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the Mount Fuji World Heritage Centre and the Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum.
After lunch, enjoy a scenic Kawaguchiko Lake Cruise—one of the best spots to view Mount Fuji.
Transfer to Hamanako, check in at the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

After breakfast and checkout, proceed to Nagoya, Japan’s major industrial hub. Visit the Toyota Museum, showcasing the evolution of Toyota vehicles as well as cars from other global manufacturers.
After lunch, travel to Osaka and visit the Umeda Sky Building, a striking twin-tower skyscraper with incredible city views.
After dinner, transfer to Kobe and check in for the night.

After breakfast, proceed to Kyoto—Japan’s ancient capital for over 1,000 years. Visit the famous Kiyomizudera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its wooden terrace and natural spring.
Next, visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), an iconic Zen temple coated in gold leaf.
After lunch, explore the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, one of Japan’s most photographed natural landscapes.
Return to Kobe for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, visit Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital, famed for its temples, culture, and friendly free-roaming deer.
Visit Todaiji Temple, home to the Great Buddha—one of Japan’s most significant Buddhist icons.
Explore Nara Park, known for temples, shrines, and its iconic deer.
After lunch, participate in a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, focusing on harmony, purity, and tranquility.
Drive back to Osaka and explore the lively Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi districts—renowned for food, shopping, and neon lights.
Return to Kobe for overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and visit the Kobe Earthquake Memorial Museum, highlighting the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995 and disaster preparedness.
Proceed to Himeji, known for its spectacular Himeji Castle—a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “White Heron Castle” due to its elegant white exterior.
After lunch, continue to Hiroshima. Enjoy dinner and check in at your hotel.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Miyajima Island, famed for its beauty and spiritual significance.
Visit Itsukushima Shrine and its iconic “floating torii gate,” one of Japan’s most photographed landmarks.
After lunch, visit the Hiroshima Peace Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome—preserved as a symbol of peace and a reminder of the atomic tragedy of 1945.
Board the Shinkansen bullet train to Tokyo. Check in at your hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Narita International Airport.
Board your flight to Colombo.

Connect to your flight from Colombo and arrive in Kochi.

Sightseeings

Inclusions & Exclusions

Economy class airfare (Ex-Kochi)
Shinkansen bullet train tickets
Hotel accommodations as per itinerary
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Guided sightseeing with AC coach
Entrance tickets to all attractions
Malayalee Tour Manager
Travel insurance (up to 70 years, Indian passports only)

Passport cost
Optional excursions
Refundable security deposits
Extra meals, snacks, or beverages
Personal expenses (laundry, calls, shopping)
Anything not mentioned under “Inclusions”
TCS

Important Information

Indian and local cuisines are served alternately; special meals are chargeable.
Strict adherence to timing is required due to foreign driving laws.
Group bus cannot be used for personal sightseeing.
Weather or traffic delays may require itinerary changes; refunds are not applicable.
Transit meals are not provided unless the airline includes them.
Refunds apply only to ticketed sightseeing activities, not photo stops.
Cruise (if applicable) may change schedule due to weather or company policy.