Included in this offer :

• A stay of 11 days and 10 nights in the specified accommodation or similar
• Meals according to programme during the tour
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Tokyo airport-hotel transfer by shared shuttle (ticket sent by email)
• Hakone Free Pass for your trip from Tokyo to Hakone (day 4)
• Hakone - Kyoto transfer by Shinkansen express train from Odawara station (day 5)
• The Kansai Hiroshima Pass from your departure from Kyoto (day 8) to your last day in Osaka (day 11)
• Pocket Wi-Fi with unlimited internet access for the entire length of your stay

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JAPAN FROM EAST TO WEST

Get ready to leave the Western world behind and visit an unusual world where history, tradition, and modernity are united! Tokyo, the country's capital, is brimming with video games, manga and cosplay. The beautiful city of Kyoto captivates visitors with its prestige and many cultural gems. And finally, the tragically famous Hiroshima, an indelible mark on history and on our hearts...

This self-guided tour is the ideal way to discover Japan.

**No activities are included in the stay. The activities mentioned in the itinerary are suggestions that will be included in the travel pack **.

Your day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo

Day 2: Discovering the capital

Day 3: Tokyo

Day 4: Head to Hakone

Day 5: Departure for Kyoto

Day 6: Kyoto

Day 7: Cultural visits in Kyoto

Day 8: Head to Hiroshima

Day 9: Hiroshima tour

Day 10: Osaka

Day 11: Return

Please note: nights may change based on the flights selected; depending on your arrival day, the order of the tours may change.

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 | ARRIVAL IN TOKYO

Arrival in Tokyo.

Transfer to your hotel by shared shuttle.

Pick up your Pocket Wi-Fi at the hotel reception to enjoy Internet access for the duration of your trip.

Pocket Wi-Fi unlimited 8 to 14 days at an extra cost: enjoy unlimited internet access throughout your stay! Price: €31

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

DAY 2 | DISCOVERING THE CAPITAL

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: discover the famous Japanese capital starting with the Tokyo tower and its magnificent panorama. Visit the famous Meiji-jingu shrine and stroll along the pedestrianised Takeshita Dori street. Discover the traditional district of Asakusa and stroll through the immense Ueno Park.

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

DAY 3 | TOKYO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day.

Suggested visits: Visit the Akihabara district, Tokyo's famous nerd district, where you'll see the craziest video games, manga you remember from your childhood and amazing cosplay - it's the perfect way to enter a whole new world! Head to Shibuya, famous for its Scramble Crossing and fashion shops. Finish off with a visit to the bustling Shinjuku district, with its numerous skyscrapers and shops.

Overnight stay in Tokyo.

DAY 4 | HEAD TO HAKONE

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Hakone (111 km, about 2 hours by train) using your Hakone Free Pass.

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: Hakone: this is where you'll come face to face with Mount Fuji, a veritable symbol of Japan. Visit the Hakone-jinja shrine with its large vermilion Torii. Take a boat ride across Lake Ashi to enjoy the view of Mount Fuji! Continue by taking the cable car to discover the Owakudani volcanic valley and the impressive fumaroles of its sulphur quarry.

Take advantage of your ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn, to enjoy a moment of Zen by taking a dip in one of its many onsens - famous natural hot springs - before enjoying a delicious meal of Japanese specialities.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Ryokan in Hakone in a Western-style room with a bed or a traditional Japanese room with a futon.

DAY 5 | HEAD TO KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Kyoto by "Shinkansen" express train (366 km, approx. 2 hr train journey).

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: Take a Zen walk through the **Arashiyama bamboo grove and Tenryu-ji Temple. Continue with a visit to the Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight stay in Kyoto.

DAY 6 | KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: Visit the splendid shinto sanctuary of Fushimi Inari, famous for its magnificent Red Torii, the famous traditional Japanese arched gates.

Take the opportunity to visit the Zen temple of Tofuku-ji, located just next door, featuring contemporary Japanese gardens that are well worth a visit.

Take a stroll in the south of Higashiyama, a traditional district to the east of Kyoto, to see the famous Kiyomizu-dera temple, the Maruyama-koen park, or the Chion-in temple, among other attractions. A little further north, don't miss the Nanzen-ji - a famous Zen temple.

Overnight stay in Kyoto.

DAY 7 | KYOTO

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day.

Sightseeing suggestions: Stroll through the Gion district, famous for its geisha, and visit the Nishiki market, renowned for its size and the variety of food on offer. You can also visit the castle of Nijo-Jo, home of the 1st shogun, with its nightingale (singing) parquet floor.

Overnight stay in Kyoto.

DAY 8 | HEAD TO HIROSHIMA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Hiroshima using your Kansai Hiroshima Pass.

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: On the way, stop off at Himeji to visit one of Japan's most famous castles: the White Heron Castle! This building dates back to the 14th century and is a UNESCO World Heritage treasure, probably because of its beauty but also because of the architectural interest it represents.

Continue on towards Okayama. The town is famous for its traditional Korakuen garden, considered to be one of the "three most beautiful gardens" in Japan. Okayama Castle, nicknamed the Castle of the Golden Raven, and the Kibitsu-jinja shrine, listed as a "national treasure", are also well worth a visit.

Overnight stay in Hiroshima.

DAY 9 | EXPLORING HIROSHIMA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: Take time to appreciate the tragic history of Hiroshima and the astonishing pacifist reconstruction that followed the bombing by visiting the Peace Memorial Park and the Peace Museum.

Take a stroll through the Ikari sanctuary and the Shukkei-en garden, designed to showcase a number of natural landscapes in miniature.

Take the ferry and discover the wonderful island of Miyajima and its famous floating Torii. Take a stroll through Itsukushima sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, among the roaming fallow deer.

Overnight stay in Hiroshima.

DAY 10 | HEAD FOR OSAKA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Osaka using your Kansai Hiroshima Pass (approx. 1 hr 30 mins by train).

Free day.

Suggested sightseeing: Stroll the streets of rebellious Osaka! As Japan's third-largest city, it's well worth stopping off to see some of the highlights...

Take the time to visit Osaka Castle, one of the most important in the country, which has survived the conflicts and eras. If you feel like it, continue with a visit to the Osaka History Museum.

Stroll around the Umeda and Namba districts to do some shopping and sample the local cuisine, renowned throughout the country.

You can also explore the streets of the lively district of Dotombori.

Overnight stay in Osaka.

DAY 11 | DEPARTURE FROM OSAKA

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer by train from Osaka to the airport and board your return flight to France.

Please note: the transfer from your hotel to Kansai airport (KIX) is covered by the Kansai Hiroshima Pass. However, if you are returning from Itami (ITM) or Kobe (UKB) airport, transfers will be at your own expense.

Your Accommodation

During your tour you will stay for 10 nights in the three and four-star hotels (local standards) stated, or similar:

Tokyo: 3 nights at the three-star Villa Fontaine Kayabacho hotel

Hakone: 1 night at the Ichinoyu Honkan Ryokan hotel (western-style room or traditional Japanese futon room) on a half-board basis (dinner included)

Kyoto: 3 nights at the three-star Il Verde Kyoto hotel

Hiroshima: 2 nights at the three-star Chisun Hotel Hiroshima

Osaka: 1 overnight stay at the three-star Claiton Shin Osaka hotel

USEFUL THINGS TO KNOW

**No activities are included in the stay. The activities mentioned in the itinerary are suggestions that will be included in the travel pack **.

Currency
The currency used is the yen (JPY). On 20 December 2022, 1 Euro is equivalent to 140.40 Japanese yen.

Climate
Spring (March to May) is a very pleasant time to travel in Japan, as the flowers in bloom make the landscape very beautiful
and the climate is mild, but it's also peak tourist season, and there are often a lot of people visiting the sites.
popular sites.
Summer (June to August) is fairly hot and humid in most regions, but visiting the country is still quite feasible
particularly in mountainous regions.
Autumn (September to November) is mild and colourful, giving the landscape a whole new charm,
but it is also rainy.
Winter (December to February) is dry and often sunny, making it a great time to take photos
and admire the scenery in complete tranquillity without too many tourists. It's cold in most of the country
(with snow in some regions), which is ideal for taking full advantage of the famous Onsens (hot springs) that should
warm you up a little!

Language
Japanese people don't all speak English very well, especially outside the big cities, so writing down some
useful phrases can be very handy.

Time difference
From March to October, the time difference is CET +7, and from October to March it is CET +8.

Accommodation:

In Japan, it is not uncommon to find single or double rooms that are small by Western standards. The average size of a standard double room is 10m².

Onsens
If you want to try out the onsens (traditional baths), it is customary to go in completely naked (men and women are separated). People with tattoos are not always accepted in onsens.

Pocket Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is not available everywhere in Japan. Ideally, you should travel with a small "Pocket Wi-Fi" to
ensure a fast connection wherever you are during your stay. This makes it much easier to check useful information
or get in touch with friends and family. You can collect the Pocket Wi-Fi from the hotel
on the first day and return it in a special envelope to the Post Office.

Tips
It is not necessary or customary to leave tips in restaurants, for guides, drivers,
etc. If you want to thank your hosts, a gift is preferable.

Driving
In Japan, cars drive on the left and the steering wheel is on the right. Gearboxes are automatic. Japanese people
drive quite calmly and are very respectful of the highway code. The motorways are
well maintained. To drive in Japan, you need your driving licence
and a Japanese translation of it.

For more information, visit the website:

Visit Japan Web | Digital Agency (http://agencyvjw-lp.digital.go.jp/)

TRANSFERS

Getting around Tokyo: You must arrange your own transfers within Tokyo.

Tokyo metro map:

https://www.tokyometro.jp/fr/subwaymap/index.html

TRANSFERS

Transfer from Tokyo Airport to your Tokyo hotel (day 1): The transfer is by shared shuttle and drops you off in front of your hotel. It may make several stops along the way (ticket sent by email).

Transfer Tokyo - Hakone (day 4): By train from Tokyo Shinjuku on the Odakyu line, changing at Odawara with the Hakone Free Pass* (sent by email).

Transfer Hakone - Kyoto (day 5): by Shinkansen express train with the Hakone Free pass, then connection at Odawara for Kyoto (paper ticket issued at the 1st hotel).

Transfer Kyoto - Hiroshima (day 8) with the Kansai Hiroshima Pass (regional pass), valid for buses, trains, and ferries

Transfer Hiroshima - Osaka (D10): with the Kansai Hiroshima Pass

Hotel transfer from Osaka to Osaka airport (Day 12): The transfer is provided by hotel shuttle and drops you off at Kansai Airport (KIX) for your return flight.

Please note: transfers to other airports such as Itami (ITM) or Kobe (UKB) are not guaranteed and will be charged to the customer.

*Note on the Hakone Free Pass:

You can reach Hakone from Tokyo Shinjuku on the Odakyu line. After a change at Odawara, head to Hakone and take advantage of your Pass to use the transport networks such as the Hakone Tozan buses, the Hakone Tozan cable cars, the Lake Ashi cruise boat, and the funicular railway, among other options. You'll also benefit from discounts on certain tourist attractions!

FORMALITIES

To avoid queuing at the airport and save time, we advise you to register individually on the website https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/ before your departure.

As government restrictions are constantly changing, we ask you to consult the following websites regularly right up to the day of departure:

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/
https://www.fr.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_fr/index.html

We recommend that you register on the Ariane website:
https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fildariane/dyn/public/login.html

It is the traveller's responsibility to find out about any changes to entry formalities in the destination country.

Non-French nationals or dual nationals are advised to consult the consulate or embassy of their destination country.
Travellers with connecting flights should look into the conditions of access to the airports where they have a stopover.

Please note that airlines reserve the right to modify and reinforce their boarding conditions more strictly than the formalities and regulations of the destination country, at any time and without prior notice.

On arrival, travellers must have a **passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of return.

Non-Japanese nationals entering Japan are required to provide biometric data (fingerprints and photographic portrait).

Minors
Under-age children must have an individual passport. We strongly recommend that minors who are not accompanied by their legal representatives bring a copy of their family record book.
Specific formalities: If you are travelling abroad as a minor, please note that minors resident in France and travelling unaccompanied by their legal guardians must bring with them, in addition to their ID, a form authorising them to leave the country: CERFA no. 15646*01 downloadable here:
https://www.formulaires.modernisation.gouv.fr/gf/cerfa_15646.do

Healthcare
No vaccination is compulsory. Don't forget to check that your vaccination record is up to date (DTP).
Health level is equivalent to that of Western Europe.
Natural and climatic risks are high in Japan, so make sure you keep informed.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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