BRIMMING IN CLUTURE
Temples, Shrines, Traditional Gardens, Art & Artisan work, Historical Sites and Walks.
10 nights in Japan in well located accommodation making the most of some of Japan’s key cultural attractions. The itinerary can be catered to suit those who prefer temples, shrines and gardens over those who prefer art and historical museums or one can look at having a balance so they get a good overview including even historical walks if they wish. As with most of our itineraries there is the ability to cater to suit the client’s interests, budget and ability. We have the ability to cater to many interests so clients make the most of their Japan experience. Enjoy cultural and historical attractions including in Tokyo, Kyoto and Kanazawa and more.
Visit some of Japan’s best temples and shrines, many of which are world heritage listed including Kiyomizu temple, Fushimi Inari shrine, Nijo Castle and much more. The main hall of Kiyomizu is built out on a veranda onto pillars, a structure constructed without nails, looking out over Kyoto city. Founded over 1200 years ago and it is named for a waterfall on the grounds. Take in the beauty of Fushimi Inari shrine its thousands of Torii gates. Fushimi Inari is the most important of several thousands of shrines dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice. Fushimi Inari has a history which is longer than Kyoto becoming the country’s capital in 794AD which lasted for more than 1000 years. Be in awe of Nijo Castle with its nightingale floors. Nijo Castle was built in 1603 as a residence for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period (1603-1867). His grandson Iemitsu completed the castle’s palace buildings 23 years later and further expanded the castle. For a short period after the Tokugawa Shogunate fell in 1867, Nijo Castle was used as an Imperial Palace before being donated to the city and opened up to the public as a historic site. It is arguably one of the best surviving examples of castle palace architecture of Japan’s feudal era and designated a world heritage site in 1994.
During your cultural package explore some of Japan’s best historical districts including an old geisha tea house district and an old samurai housing district and more. Take in some of Japan’s best gardens such as the Kenrokuen garden of Kanazawa, one of Japan’s 3 great gardens. Enjoy major art and architectural sites such as Nomura house or the Zen of the Suzuki Museum and more. Some visitors to the museum like to meditate while others might enjoy the garden and view. Whether one is visiting traditional markets, museums, art sites or historical sites, Japan has an abundance of cultural attractions for a visitor to enjoy.
Be amazed at the vibrancy of Tokyo, currently the worlds most populated metropolitan area which is a mixture of modern and old. Cruise down the Sumida River or take in some of the lovely gardens or walk through the more historical areas or just enjoy the vibrancy of modern Tokyo. In the cultural package we will be able to adjust the itinerary to accommodate those who may have a preference for art, architecture, museums and gardens through to those who want to take in the more daily historical components of Tokyo or for those who just want to mix it up with both old and new. With any package we put together we will be able to discuss and adjust the itinerary to suit more of our clients’ interest so your time in Japan is that more special.
