Japan with Kids
Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto
7 nights private tour from GBP £4,200
An action-packed adventure for all the family, this itinerary is ideal for those looking to experience Japan’s highlights during a half-term break or combined with a Southeast Asian beach holiday. Experience the neon lights, avantgarde pop culture and iconic sights of Tokyo, stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan set in the natural beauty of rural Hakone with its amazing views of Mount Fuji and ride the bullet train to Kyoto, resplendent with Japan’s rich geisha, samurai, and ninja heritage.
Journey highlights
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Immerse yourselves in traditional Japanese culture with a stay at a ryokan, where you will receive a warm welcome and the opportunity to enjoy hot spring bathing and kaiseki dining.
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Explore the stunning Mount Fuji scenery in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park on a series of cable cars, ropeways, and a boat trip on Lake Ashi.
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Learn the art of ninja with a private lesson in Japan’s cultural capital, Kyoto.
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Best time to visit
Good time to visit
Average time to visit
Japan has four seasons and is best visited in spring from March to May and autumn from September to November. December to January can be cold with snow and the summer is hot and humid. The end of March and early April is a particularly good time to visit as this is the cherry blossom season as is October for the autumn colours.
Itinerary
Day
Tokyo
Your Japanese adventure begins in the charismatic capital, Tokyo, with its hypnotic energy, futuristic skyscrapers, and traditional wooden temples. For those new to the city, it is clean, safe, and easy to navigate, using the efficient public transport network. Your first full day is spent with your own private guide who will tailor the day to suit your interests. A city of many differing districts and sights, it is worth researching the areas and attractions which hold most appeal for you to make the most of the day.
A visit to the observation deck of the Tokyo Skytree, the second tallest tower in the world, is a wonderful way to take in the sweeping sprawl of the city and if the sky is clear, you can even see Mount Fuji. The tower also includes the Pokemon Centre and if anime, manga, cosplay, and video games are of interest, head to Akihabara, the anime capital of Japan. Along with Harajuku, this is one of Tokyo’s main areas to experience the city’s famous youth and pop culture. The iconic Shibuya Crossing is another highlight, along with the neon-lit skyscrapers of Tokyo’s entertainment district, Shinjuku.
Day
Hakone
The following morning, the train will whisk you to the picturesque town of Hakone. Famous for its views of Mount Fuji, deep green forests, volcanic peaks, and beautiful Lake Ashi, the area makes a peaceful contrast to the buzz of the capital. This is chance to immerse yourselves in Japanese culture with a stay at an upscale ryokan inn, boasting traditional Sukiya architecture and rooms with tatami mat flooring, washi paper sliding doors and low wooden furniture. A highlight is the opportunity to experience hot spring bathing. There is both a shared outdoor onsen, and rooms with private outdoor onsen. The food is all freshly prepared from natural ingredients, making for a memorable kaiseki dining experience in your room.
Your trip includes a Hakone Free Pass, providing unlimited use of local trains, cable cars, ropeways, boats, and buses. There’s lots of fun to be had exploring the area, cruising Lake Ashi, using the network of cable cars and ropeways and visiting the Hakone Open Air Museum, with its interesting and impressive collection of art installations and sculptures.
Day
Kyoto
You then travel to Kyoto, for a three-night stay in this exquisitely preserved city. Kyoto was spared the bombing of the Second World War and has retained much of its traditional character. Home to thousands of Buddhist temples and shrines, traditional Japanese architecture, beautiful gardens and atmospheric geisha and samurai districts, the city is Japan’s undisputed cultural capital.
After you’ve had a chance to acclimatise, the following day you will be accompanied by your own personal guide, who will introduce you to the city’s highlights. Again, the day can be tailored to your specific interests, so it’s worth compiling a hitlist of things you would like to see and do. We’d suggest exploring Gion, the beautifully preserved and atmospheric geisha district with historic teahouses, shops, bars, and restaurants. Another family favourite is the UNESCO-listed Nijo Castle, once home to one of Japan’s most powerful shogun or warlords, Tokugawa leyasu. Surrounded by two moats for protection, this impressive structure has nightingale floors designed to squeak, in the event of an invasion. Entering the castle quietly may take several attempts!
Your last day is a chance to release your inner ninja, with a private one-hour lesson on the art of stealth. During the 15th to 17th centuries in feudal Japan, ninjas were the black-clad masters of espionage. This hands-on lesson takes place in a traditional reed-mat martial arts hall in the heart of the city. Dressed in full ninja gear, you will try your hand at using traditional ninja weapons, including shuriken (metal stars), kunai (daggers) and blow guns.
We design each itinerary around you,
so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
Call us on 020 3993 8476 to start planning your holiday.
Call us on 020 3993 8476 to start planning your holiday.
Price Guide: ( based on double occupancy and includes international flights)
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Price from*
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Deposit from * | Enquire |
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| September 2023 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| October 2023 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| November 2023 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| December 2023 | GBP £4,800 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| January 2024 | GBP £4,200 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| February 2024 | GBP £4,200 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| March 2024 | GBP £4,800 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| April 2024 | GBP £4,800 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| May 2024 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| June 2024 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| July 2024 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| August 2024 | GBP £4,600 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
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September 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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October 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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November 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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December 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,800
Deposit from*GBP £700
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January 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,200
Deposit from*GBP £600
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February 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,200
Deposit from*GBP £600
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March 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,800
Deposit from*GBP £700
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April 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,800
Deposit from*GBP £700
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May 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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June 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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July 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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August 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,600
Deposit from*GBP £700
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When to visit
- J
- F
- M
- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
- N
- D
Best time to visit
Good time to visit
Average time to visit
Japan has four seasons and is best visited in spring from March to May and autumn from September to November. December to January can be cold with snow and the summer is hot and humid. The end of March and early April is a particularly good time to visit as this is the cherry blossom season as is October for the autumn colours.
Japan with Kids
Plan your trip
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 3993 8476 to start planning your holiday.
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