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11 Day Japan Hidden Gems Tour Package

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Off the Beaten Path Visa Assistance Included

Beyond the Usual Japan

For repeat or curious travelers who want lesser-known towns alongside a few classic highlights.

Price starting from

₹2,79,000

per person twin sharing

EX-India — Intl. flights not included

Tour Highlights

Shirakawa-go

UNESCO thatched-roof village

Kanazawa

Kenrokuen garden and samurai district

Takayama Old Town

Edo-era streets and morning markets

Mt. Fuji

Iconic lake-and-mountain scenery

Scenic Rail

Reserved express and bullet trains

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
AIRPORT TRANSFER by CAR with English speaking driver
PROCEED FOR DAY 1 — ARRIVAL IN TOKYO
1. WELCOME ASSISTANCE
2. A RELAXED EVENING
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT APA HOTEL TOKYO OJIMA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Check-in from 15:00; luggage drop available.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 2 — TOKYO HIGHLIGHTS
1. SENSO-JI TEMPLE
2. TOKYO SKYTREE
3. YANAKA OLD TOWN L ✓
4. SHIBUYA
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT APA HOTEL TOKYO OJIMA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Yanaka offers a quieter, old-Tokyo atmosphere.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 3 — TOKYO TO MT. FUJI
1. MT. FUJI 5TH STATION
2. LAKE KAWAGUCHI
3. ROPEWAY
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT TOYOKO INN KAWAGUCHIKO (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Carry a light jacket for cooler air.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 4 — FUJI TO MATSUMOTO & TAKAYAMA
1. MATSUMOTO CASTLE
2. TAKAYAMA OLD TOWN STREETS
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT TAKAYAMA OUAN (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Many Takayama shops close by early evening.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 5 — SHIRAKAWA-GO & KANAZAWA
1. SHIRAKAWA-GO GASSHO HOUSES
2. KANAZAWA ARRIVAL
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT KANAZAWA TOKYU HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
The village viewpoint is a short uphill walk.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 6 — KANAZAWA HIGHLIGHTS
1. KENROKUEN GARDEN
2. HIGASHI CHAYA DISTRICT
3. GOLD-LEAF CRAFT
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT KANAZAWA TOKYU HOTEL (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Kanazawa is famous for gold-leaf souvenirs.
SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAIN + CAR with English speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 7 — KANAZAWA TO KYOTO
1. FUSHIMI INARI TORII GATES
2. GION DISTRICT
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL KYOTO (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Arrive early at Fushimi Inari for quieter paths.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 8 — KYOTO HERITAGE DAY
1. ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO GROVE
2. KINKAKU-JI
3. KIYOMIZU-DERA
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL KYOTO (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Keep cameras charged for the architecture.
CAR with ENGLISH speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 9 — KYOTO TO OSAKA
1. NARA DEER PARK DETOUR
2. OSAKA CASTLE
3. DOTONBORI
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL SHIN OSAKA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Deer crackers are sold to feed the deer safely.
LEISURE DAY — self exploration (guide on call)
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 10 — OSAKA LEISURE DAY
1. SHINSAIBASHI SHOPPING
2. OPTIONAL DAY TRIPS
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
O/N AT SMILE HOTEL SHIN OSAKA (OR SIMILAR) D ✓
Optional excursions can be arranged on request.
AIRPORT TRANSFER by CAR with English speaking driver
BREAKFAST AT HOTEL
B ✓
PROCEED FOR DAY 11 — DEPARTURE FROM KANSAI AIRPORT
1. PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFER TO CONCLUDE THE TRIP
TRANSFER TO HOTEL
DEPARTURE / CHECK-OUT
Reach the airport 3.5 hours before 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.

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 shops.

Osaka
Smile Hotel Shin Osaka or similar

3-Star City Center (or similar category)

Location: Yodogawa District

Station: 5-min walk to Shin-Osaka

Why Recommended: Great hub for regional day excursions.

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

  • 10 Nights hotel stay (or similar category)
  • Daily breakfast at hotels
  • 10 Indian vegetarian dinners
  • Reserved express & bullet-train tickets
  • Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa excursions
  • All sightseeing entries as per itinerary
  • All transfers by car with English-speaking driver
  • Licensed English-speaking local guides
  • Standard tourist visa processing documents

Exclusions

  • Optional excursion tickets
  • International return flight tickets (EX-India)
  • Travel insurance coverage
  • Personal laundry and porter services
  • Any meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Mandatory 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 Hidden Gems 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

10 Nights - 11 Days

Tour Price Person

2,30,000/-

Why Book With Us

Expertise and Experience

Tailored Services

Comprehensive Planning

Client Satisfaction

24/7 Support

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Adrian Hendriques

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