2. Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old.
3. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel..
4. A single supplement is available if you\u2019d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 4,5,6,7 (Hakone and Hiroshima) and Days 1,2,3,8,9,10,11 (Hotels) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
5. A seven-day Japan Rail Pass is included in the price of this trip. This pass is validated on Day 4 when the group travels from Tokyo to Hakone and can be used until Day 10 of this tour. Please see the \u2018Transport\u2019 section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
6. If you would like to extend your rail pass we can do this for you however please note it can only be used AFTER the trip not prior.
7. It is essential you pack light and compact for rail travel in Japan. From May 2020 there will be size restrictions for luggage on Shinkansen (bullet) trains. Luggage over 160\u2013250 cm may require an additional USD 10 fee per train journey. Luggage over 251 cm will not be permitted on the Shinkansen trains at all. Please notify your tour leader at your welcome meeting if your luggage is over 160\u2013250 cm so they can make the necessary arrangements! Failure to notify your tour leader of luggage over 160\u2013250 cm will require the passenger to pay the oversize luggage fee.
8. Accommodation in Japan can be difficult to secure at short notice. If you are travelling in Japan before or after your trip, we recommend booking accommodation at least one month in advance of travel. For families wanting to book a triple room we can request these for all destinations except Tokyo and Kyoto, where triple rooms are not available. In Tokyo and Kyoto, we can request a twin share room plus a single room.
9. March to May and September to November are both high seasons for tourism in Japan. While the weather is good during this period (and March to May is great for viewing cherry blossoms), you will find major sites are very crowded with both Japanese and international tourists during these months.
10. We know the idea of travelling overseas with picky eaters, particularly kids, can be daunting. However, most of our families find the diversity of Japanese food surprising. Trying different foods is great fun and an opportunity to understand a little about Japanese culture. Some of the different meals you can enjoy include sushi, soba noodles, ramen noodles, monjaki and okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes), takoyaki (ball-shaped fried snack \u2013 a bit like the Japanese equivalent of fish fingers) and yakitori (skewered chicken). There are also great treats to try including green Kea kit Kats and ice-creams, pounded-rice desserts such as mochi and dango and sweet red bean in a variety of forms. Yum! For anyone in search of food for a picnic the majority of department stores have food halls (depachika) with an eyepopping selection of different types of food. Also, convenience stores (combini) are around nearly every corner and have snacks to tempt the fussiest eater. If in doubt and needing a little taste from home, the Japanese chain Moss Burgers have great hamburgers and you can find western options like pasta, pizza and great bakeries in the major cities. If you have any concerns, chat to your leader at the start of the tour.
11. Some of our families are surprised by the traditional Japanese breakfast foods and the western variations that our accommodation provides. Rice or noodles with fish or meat are common breakfast foods in Japan. 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A visit to Hiroshima is sobering, but the tragedy that happened here is an important part of history to confront. In the afternoon, we visit the Genbaku (A-Bomb) Dome and the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, both of which stand as an emotional testament to the fateful day in August 1945 when Hiroshima became the first target for nuclear attack. The dome was just metres from where the bomb detonated and managed to retain its shape, eerily standing exactly how it was prior to the attack. These days it stands as both a symbolic reminder and a monument to peace. In the evening you might like to seek out the savoury pancake okonomiyaki \u2013 also a signature Hiroshima dish with its own particular twist. There are lots of casual places to try it in this very friendly and welcoming Japanese city.","sort":5,"tour_id":43,"ref_parts_id":"6","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae or similar ","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":{"description":"Hiroshima \u2013 Peace Park and A-Bomb Dome"},"optionalActivityList":{"price":{"#text":"200","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Hiroshima \u2013 Peace Museum"}}},{"id":513,"created_at":"2020-10-10T17:28:46.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-27T20:01:59.000000Z","title":"Day 7: Hiroshima","image_url":null,"description":"This morning we head for the beautiful island of Miyajima, just a short ferry ride across the Inland Sea. The island is home to the venerable Shinto shrine of Itsukushima, famous for its huge bright orange gate (torii) which is absolutely stunning when the tide is high. Maybe take a stroll through the lovely Momiji Park (known as Maple Valley), or consider a walk or the cable car up to the top of Mt Misen (keeping an eye out for the hungry deer that roam the island) for panoramic views of the expansive Inland Sea and its many islands. If there\u2019s time on your return to Hiroshima in the afternoon, you might like to visit five-storied Hiroshima Castle, which originally dates from the 1590s, though it was destroyed by the bomb and reconstructed in all its glory after the war. Or, in the season, you might like to watch an evening baseball match \u2013 one of Japan\u2019s most popular sports and a fun experience shared with enthusiastic Japanese baseball fans and local families.","sort":6,"tour_id":43,"ref_parts_id":"7","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae or similar ","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":{"description":"Hiroshima - Miyajima Island"},"optionalActivityList":[{"description":"Miyajima \u2013 Dishoin Temple - Free"},{"price":{"#text":"300","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Miyajima - Itsukushima Shrine"},{"price":{"#text":"370","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Hiroshima \u2013 Hiroshima Castle"}]}},{"id":514,"created_at":"2020-10-10T17:28:46.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-27T20:01:59.000000Z","title":"Day 8: Kyoto","image_url":null,"description":"We jump onboard the bullet train to Kyoto, arguably the most stunning city in Japan. On the way there, make a stop at Himeji Castle, Japan's most impressive samurai castle. The building, which has survived earthquakes and war since the mid-16th century, was restored to its full glory in 2015 and is now UNESCO listed. The moats, towers and walled alleyways were ingeniously designed to trick attackers. We explore the castle that was once home to over 10,000 samurai families and look out over the city far below. Continue to Kyoto on the bullet train (1 hour). The charms of Kyoto, the former imperial capital, are subtle and profound. While you're here, you'll see some of the finest temples, shrines, palaces and gardens in the country, with a nice mix of included activities and free time. In the afternoon visit Nishiki-Koji Market in the heart of Kyoto\u2019s downtown area to see what goes into Kyoto\u2019s famed Kyo-ryori (Kyoto cuisine). Then spend early evening wandering the Gion district with your leader, seeing if you can spot geiko (geisha) or maiko (apprentice geisha) dressed in elaborate kimonos and make-up on their way to events and functions.","sort":7,"tour_id":43,"ref_parts_id":"8","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Himeji - Himeji Castle"},{"description":"Kyoto - Nishiki-Koji Market"},{"description":"Kyoto - Gion District walk"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":515,"created_at":"2020-10-10T17:28:47.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-27T20:01:59.000000Z","title":"Day 9: Kyoto","image_url":null,"description":"Kyoto was originally founded as Heian-kyo in 794 and enjoyed a golden age during the imperial court\u2019s heyday up until 1185. The city\u2019s current name literally means \u2018Capital City\u2019, even though the Emperor and the government now reside in Tokyo. Today we\u2019ll head to Kyoto\u2019s famed Fushimi Inari Shrine \u2013 known throughout the world as the \u2018Path of the Red Gates.\u2019 If we are feeling fit we\u2019ll walk further than most visitors, allowing us to experience both the well-known part of the shrine as well as the quieter corners and stunning city views from the shrine\u2019s \u2018half-way point.\u2019 After that, your leader will take you to another one of Kyoto\u2019s UNESCO-listed temples or shrines (there\u2019s 17 and counting!) which will give you an insight into Kyoto\u2019s history as the seat of imperial power for over 1000 years and its equally long Buddhist heritage. In the afternoon you have time to do your own exploring \u2013 you might like to catch a maiko cultural performance, participate in a tea ceremony demonstration or do an obanzai (Kyoto-style) cooking class.","sort":8,"tour_id":43,"ref_parts_id":"9","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Karasuma Kyoto Hotel or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":{"description":"Kyoto - Fushimi Inari Shrine"},"optionalActivityList":[{"price":{"#text":"3150","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Kyoto - Gion Corner cultural centre"},{"price":{"#text":"6500","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Kyoto - Cooking class"},{"price":{"#text":"5000","@currency":"JPY"},"description":"Kyoto \u2013 Tea ceremony with maiko"}]}}],"destinations":[{"name":"Japan","id":113}],"destinations_arr":[{"city":"","country":"Japan"}],"departures_arr":[{"month":"July 2022","items":[{"start":"2022-07-03","end":"2022-07-14","sortdate":20220703,"price":7335,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6969,"month":"July 2022"},{"start":"2022-07-30","end":"2022-08-10","sortdate":20220730,"price":7335,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6969,"month":"July 2022"}]},{"month":"August 2022","items":[{"start":"2022-08-06","end":"2022-08-17","sortdate":20220806,"price":7550,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":7173,"month":"August 2022"}]},{"month":"September 2022","items":[{"start":"2022-09-17","end":"2022-09-28","sortdate":20220917,"price":7265,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6902,"month":"September 2022"},{"start":"2022-09-19","end":"2022-09-30","sortdate":20220919,"price":7055,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6703,"month":"September 2022"},{"start":"2022-09-24","end":"2022-10-05","sortdate":20220924,"price":7055,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6703,"month":"September 2022"},{"start":"2022-09-26","end":"2022-10-07","sortdate":20220926,"price":7055,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6703,"month":"September 2022"}]},{"month":"April 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-04-01","end":"2023-04-12","sortdate":20230401,"price":7310,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6945,"month":"April 2023"},{"start":"2023-04-03","end":"2023-04-14","sortdate":20230403,"price":7175,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6817,"month":"April 2023"},{"start":"2023-04-08","end":"2023-04-19","sortdate":20230408,"price":7570,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":7192,"month":"April 2023"},{"start":"2023-04-10","end":"2023-04-21","sortdate":20230410,"price":7175,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6817,"month":"April 2023"},{"start":"2023-04-15","end":"2023-04-26","sortdate":20230415,"price":7175,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6817,"month":"April 2023"}]},{"month":"June 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-06-24","end":"2023-07-05","sortdate":20230624,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"June 2023"},{"start":"2023-06-26","end":"2023-07-07","sortdate":20230626,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"June 2023"}]},{"month":"July 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-07-02","end":"2023-07-13","sortdate":20230702,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"July 2023"},{"start":"2023-07-17","end":"2023-07-28","sortdate":20230717,"price":6520,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6194,"month":"July 2023"}]},{"month":"August 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-08-05","end":"2023-08-16","sortdate":20230805,"price":6960,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6612,"month":"August 2023"}]},{"month":"September 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-09-16","end":"2023-09-27","sortdate":20230916,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"September 2023"},{"start":"2023-09-23","end":"2023-10-04","sortdate":20230923,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"September 2023"},{"start":"2023-09-25","end":"2023-10-06","sortdate":20230925,"price":6835,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":6494,"month":"September 2023"}]}],"tour_type":2,"type_id":2,"style_rating":"Original","ref_url":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/CJFP"}} catch (error) {}