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Japan: Tokyo & Beyond

9 days, 4 cities  |  From $2,709 $2,409 before flights($300 off)  |  Estimated biweekly payments as low as $80

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4.9 out of 5 stars

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Which trip style is right for you?

Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For social butterflies who thrive on meeting other people.

Plus: Stay with just one other person in 3 or 4-star hotels. Perfect for couples or anyone who enjoys recharging in their own space.

Why go?

In Japan, everything’s done just a biiit differently. There’s sushi—on conveyor belts. Ancient shrines—in actual lakes. And neon lights—as far as the eye can see. So, if culture shock is on your bucket list, this journey’s got you covered.

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What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 7 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 7 breakfasts
  • 3 included dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support
  • Entrance to shrines, temples, and other local attractions

Picture yourself

  • Uncovering centuries of tradition at ancient temples and shrines
  • Slurping ramen and popping sushi on repeat
  • Wandering the neon streets of Shibuya and Dotonbori
  • Cruising around a lake in the shadow of Mt. Fuji
  • Time traveling to old-world Japan in Kyoto

Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight flight

Hop on a plane heading west and cross the international date line, because you’ve got a big date with Japan—and all that ramen isn’t going to eat itself. 

Day 2: Arrive in Tokyo

Say konnichiwa to Tokyo, home to more people, vending machines, and Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else. Settle in, meet your fellow travelers, and get ready to explore.

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet an EF representative. 
  • Transfer to your accommodations and check in. 
  • Meet your Tour Director and get deets on tomorrow’s schedule.
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Accommodations

We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.

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Hotel Amanek Kamata

This contemporary hotel is located in the Ota Ward of Tokyo. Guests will enjoy easy access to the Kamata train station, massage services, and communal bath. Nearby, you’ll find the Nomi River, many restaurants, and a variety of...

Asai Kyoto Shijo

This cozy hotel is located in the Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto. Guests will enjoy an onsite Thai restaurant, options for a variety of cooking classes, and X. Nearly, you’ll find the Nishiki Market, Pontocho Park, and a variety of...

Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda

This chic hotel is located in the Fukushima Ward of Osaka. Guests will enjoy a fitness center, a restaurant, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find the Symphony Hall, Tombori River Walk, and a haunted house.

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4.9 out of 5 stars

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Tokyo 2025

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Tiffany, traveled in Apr 2025

This was my first trip with EF and my first international trip ever. Everything was amazing from the hotels, to the food, and the experience. My tour guide Mari was very informative, friendly, and a major delight. It would be amazing to visit Japan and work with her again.

Japan Birthday Trip!

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Eder, traveled in Apr 2025

Wanted to give a special thank you to our Tour Director Saki for providing our group the best possible experience in Japan ever! This was a very special trip for me as it was in celebration of my birthday, and Saki went above and beyond every single day of the trip to make our...

Outstanding

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Vincent, traveled in Apr 2025

I am very impressed with the experience I had in Tokyo and the tour guide I was assigned I was able to see and take in many beautiful sites

Amazing first trip to Japan

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Apr 2025

My EF trip to Japan was awesome! The trip was short but was a perfect intro to Japan. I can’t wait to go back someday and see more of the country/dive a little deeper into the cities we visited. Our tour director, Mari, was hilarious and made the trip even better. I do wish we...

Mari-San

5 out of 5 stars

3rd-time traveler Alexandria, traveled in Apr 2025

I had the best time on my tour of Japan with EF. Mari was the best tour guide I’ve had so far! She was so funny and knowledgeable; you can tell she loves her job. She gave us so many options for free time and told us exactly how to get around, she was very organized each day so...

Subarashii

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Brandon, traveled in Apr 2025

This was our second EF tour, another 5 star trip no doubt! Our tour guide Sam was just awesome. We appreciate that he went out of his way to personally ask us what we were looking to do in Japan. Don’t let his Aussie appearance fool you, he is a true Japan local with great...

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