Scenic Mountains Visa Assistance Included

Alpine Villages & Heritage Towns

Perfect for nature lovers and slow-travel couples who want dramatic mountain scenery alongside Japan's classic cities.

Price starting from

₹2,64,000

per person twin sharing

EX-India — Intl. flights not included

Tour Highlights

Northern Japan Alps

Snow-capped peaks framing Matsumoto and Kamikochi valleys

Takayama Old Town

Edo-era merchant streets and morning riverside markets

Shirakawa-go

UNESCO gassho-zukuri thatched farmhouses

Kanazawa

Kenrokuen Garden and preserved samurai districts

Shinkansen Experience

Reserved bullet-train seats between regions

Indian Food Specialty

Vegetarian & Jain meal options throughout

Why Choose Shigeta Travel for Japan

Japan Specialist

Decades of handling premium inbound tourists

24/7 English Support

Local assistance hotlines based in Tokyo & Osaka

Pre-vetted Hotels

Properties hand-checked for clean rooms & location convenience

Itinerary
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
PROCEED FOR DAY 1 — ARRIVAL IN TOKYO
1. EVENING ORIENTATION WALK
2. A WELCOME INDIAN DINNER
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT APA HOTEL TOKYO OJIMA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Standard hotel check-in is 15:00; early arrivals can store luggage at the desk.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL B ✗
PROCEED FOR DAY 2 — TOKYO CITY SIGHTSEEING
1. SUMIDA RIVER VIEWS
2. MODERN TOKYO SKYLINE
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT APA HOTEL TOKYO OJIMA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the temple grounds.
SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAIN + CAR with English speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 3 — TOKYO TO MATSUMOTO
1. MATSUMOTO CASTLE
2. ONE OF JAPAN'S FINEST ORIGINAL KEEPS
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT MATSUMOTO CITY HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Carry a light jacket as alpine evenings are cooler.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 4 — KAMIKOCHI VALLEY EXCURSION
1. KAPPA BRIDGE
2. CRYSTAL-CLEAR AZUSA RIVER VIEWS
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT MATSUMOTO CITY HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Private vehicles are restricted in Kamikochi; eco-shuttles are used.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 5 — MATSUMOTO TO TAKAYAMA
1. SAKE BREWERIES
2. CRAFT SHOPS
3. RIVERSIDE LANES
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT TAKAYAMA OUAN (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Many shops close by early evening in Takayama.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 6 — SHIRAKAWA-GO & KANAZAWA
1. GASSHO-ZUKURI FARMHOUSES
2. ALPINE VALLEY PANORAMAS
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT KANAZAWA TOKYU HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
The village viewpoint is a short uphill walk well worth the effort.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 7 — KANAZAWA HIGHLIGHTS
1. GOLD-LEAF CRAFT WORKSHOPS
2. SAMURAI QUARTER
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT KANAZAWA TOKYU HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Kanazawa is famous for gold-leaf souvenirs and sweets.
SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAIN + CAR with English speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 8 — KANAZAWA TO KYOTO
1. THOUSANDS OF VERMILION TORII GATES AT FUSHIMI INARI
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL KYOTO (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Arrive early at Fushimi Inari to enjoy quieter pathways.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 9 — KYOTO TO OSAKA
1. GOLDEN PAVILION
2. NEON-LIT DOTONBORI IN THE EVENING
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL SHIN OSAKA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Keep cameras charged for the striking architecture.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 10 — DEPARTURE FROM KANSAI AIRPORT
1. CARRY HOME MEMORIES OF JAPAN'S ALPINE HEART
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
DEPARTURE / CHECK-OUT
Reach the airport at least 3.5 hours before international departure.

Curated Accommodations

Standard pre-vetted premium hotels chosen for strategic metro access.

Tokyo
APA Hotel Tokyo Ojima or similar

3-Star Premium (or similar category)

Location: Koto District, Tokyo

Station: 4-min walk to Ojima Station

Why Recommended: Clean, high-tech rooms with direct metro access.

Takayama
Takayama Ouan or similar

3-Star Onsen Stay (or similar category)

Location: Central Takayama

Station: Near Takayama Station

Why Recommended: Rooftop hot-spring baths after a day in the old town.

Kanazawa
Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel or similar

4-Star City Hotel (or similar category)

Location: Korinbo, Kanazawa

Station: Walk to Kenrokuen

Why Recommended: Comfortable base steps from the garden and shopping.

Transportation & Logistics

Private Tourist Vehicles

All group tours are carried out in spacious air-conditioned touring coaches driven by professional local Japanese drivers.

Airport transfers

Dedicated door-to-door transfer services from international airports on arrival and departure.

Vegetarian & Jain Food Guide

Traveling to Japan as a vegetarian is easy with our specially designed meal arrangements.

Indian Veg Restaurants

We choose premium partner Indian restaurants in Tokyo, Osaka and other major cities to serve warm vegetarian and Jain-friendly buffets.

Convenience Stores

Get on-the-go guidance for snacks like salted edamame, seaweed onigiri, and fresh fruit cuts available 24/7 at 7-Eleven, Lawson and FamilyMart.

Jain Meal Requests

No onion, no garlic and no root-vegetable Jain meals can be pre-arranged at partner kitchens when requested at the time of booking.

Carry-Along Essentials

We recommend carrying ready-to-eat thepla, khakhra, instant masala and a travel kettle for added comfort on long touring days.

Japan Premium Shopping Guide

Tokyo Best Buys

Akihabara is the go-to neighborhood for tax-free camera components, skincare, and quality kitchen knives.

Osaka Local Markets

Shinsaibashi houses large discount drugstores like Don Quijote, offering unique Japanese match teas and high-tech rice cookers.

Japan Tourist Visa for Indian Passport Holders

As certified travel coordinators, Shigeta Travel ensures high approval rates for tourist visa submissions for Indian passport holders.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • 2 Colored Photographs (2x2 inch, white bg)
  • Last 6 Months ITR Documents
  • 3 Months Certified Bank Statement
  • Work / Business Profile Certificate
  • Average Processing Time: 5-7 working days

*Note: Visas are issued at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Japan in India.

Inclusions

  • 9 Nights hotel stay
  • Daily breakfast at hotels
  • 9 Indian vegetarian dinners
  • Reserved express & bullet-train tickets
  • All private coach transfers
  • Licensed English-speaking guides
  • Kamikochi & Shirakawa-go excursions
  • Standard tourist visa processing documents

Exclusions

  • International return flight tickets
  • Travel insurance coverage
  • Personal laundry and porter services
  • Any meals not specified
  • Optional ropeway / cable-car tickets
  • Local city tax (approx 200 JPY/night)

Japan Tour Payment Policy

1. Booking Confirmation & Visa Processing

To confirm your Japan tour and start the visa application, an advance of ₹50,000 per person is required. On receipt of the booking amount:

  • Your tour reservation is confirmed
  • Visa documentation assistance begins
  • Hotel and land arrangements are processed as per the itinerary

The booking amount is non-refundable once the visa process has been initiated, as administrative and processing costs are incurred.

2. Balance After Visa Approval — 3 EMIs

After the Japan visa is approved, the remaining tour amount can be paid in three installments.

EMI 1 — 40%

Due immediately after visa approval.

EMI 2 — 30%

Due within 15 days of the first installment.

EMI 3 — 30%

Final payment, at least 15 days before departure.

3. Important Notes
  • All payments must be completed before travel documents are released
  • Flight tickets, hotel vouchers, transport confirmations and final documents are issued only after full payment
  • Delayed payments may lead to cancellation of reservations or extra charges per supplier policies
  • Any increase in airfare, taxes, government fees or currency fluctuation after booking may be charged additionally
4. Visa Rejection

In case of a visa rejection, the following are deducted:

  • Visa fees and processing fees
  • Document handling charges
  • Any non-refundable supplier charges

The remaining refundable amount, if any, is processed as per the cancellation policy. Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate of Japan and cannot be guaranteed.

Example (Tour Cost ₹2,50,000 per person)
Booking Amount: ₹50,000
Remaining Balance: ₹2,00,000
EMI 1 (40%): ₹80,000
EMI 2 (30%): ₹60,000
EMI 3 (30%): ₹60,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Indian citizens need a tourist visa to enter Japan. We provide full visa document checking and submission assistance.

Normally the Japanese Embassy takes 5 to 7 working days once the application is submitted to VFS.

An active balance of at least ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,00,000 per person in a savings account is highly recommended.

While not legally mandatory, travel medical insurance is strongly recommended to protect against unexpected high medical costs.

Baggage under 160 cm total dimension is allowed on overhead racks. Oversized luggage requires advance seat reservations.

Yes, our packages feature pre-booked meals at trusted Indian vegetarian restaurants in major cities like Tokyo and Osaka.

Yes, Jain meals can be prepared at our partner restaurants if requested at the time of booking.

Japan is highly cash-oriented. Carry a mix of Japanese Yen cash for small shops and an international multi-currency card.

English proficiency can be limited. Our local English-speaking guides accompany you to ensure smooth communication.

You can purchase data-only e-SIM cards online before departing, or buy a physical SIM at airport counters upon arrival.

Yes, pocket Wi-Fi routers are very convenient for groups of 2-4 travelers sharing a single data connection.

Japan is consistently ranked among the safest countries globally, with excellent public safety and emergency support services.

Yes, tap water throughout Japan is safe, highly purified, and clean to drink.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of departure from Japan.

Yes, all inter-city transport described in the Japan Alps Tour Package itinerary is included; there is no need to buy a separate rail pass.

Yes, entry tickets for the sightseeing attractions listed in the itinerary are included in the package price.

Yes, we can customize travel paths, hotels, and flight options to match your budget and timing.

Cherry blossoms typically bloom from late March to early April in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Snowfall is common in northern regions and the Japanese Alps from late December through February.

Major credit cards are widely accepted at department stores, hotels, and stations, but small street stalls may only take cash.

Tipping is not customary in Japan. Good service is standard, and offering tips can sometimes cause confusion.

You are often asked to remove shoes at temple entrances and place them on shelves or carry them in provided bags.

Yes. While there is walking involved, the pace is comfortable and we arrange coach pick-ups near entrances where possible.

Yes, the itinerary balances culture and fun, making it enjoyable for children and families alike.

Present your physical passport at the register of tax-free shops to have the 10% consumption tax deducted at checkout.

Popular souvenirs include Japanese green teas, traditional ceramics, quality chopsticks, and unique flavors of KitKat.

Japan uses two-pin flat plugs (Type A) at 100V. It is recommended to carry a universal travel adapter.

Yes, reloadable IC cards work on most local trains, subways, buses, and at many convenience stores.

Japan has world-class medical facilities. Our local coordinators assist with emergency services and locating clinics.

No, UPI is not supported at local shops. You should rely on credit/debit cards or cash.

What Our Guests Say

4.8 / 5 Rated by 289 travelers on TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2026
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Abhishek S.

"Our whole Japan trip was handled end to end — visa, hotels, entry tickets and veg food all sorted, completely stress-free."

CG
Corporate Group, Delhi

"Quick, careful replies from planning to arrival, and they stayed flexible when our plans changed at the last minute."

VT
Verified Traveller

"Every cost was shown upfront with no pushy sales — a clear, transparent and reliable agency to book with."

Tour Details
Total Pax

10 Pax

Tour Date

02-Oct

Tour Duration

9 Nights - 10 Days

Tour Price Person

2,30,000/-

Why Book With Us

Expertise and Experience

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Comprehensive Planning

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Adrian Hendriques

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