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About this trip
Experience unique histories and cultures of Japan with its fabulous cuisine!
This tour will visit three landmark cities of Japan; Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Tokyo, with your classmates.
- Kyoto (UNESCO's World Heritage Site) : The most popular city for tourists with its deep traditions and beautiful cultures as a former capital of Japan for a long time since the ancient eras. You will experience its unique and fabulous landscapes and architectures.
- Hiroshima : You will feel the importance of World Peace at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, followed by a visit of the UNESCO's World Heritage Site of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine in Miyajima.
- Tokyo : The current capital city of Japan, Tokyo, has a mixture of the most recent cultures and technologies, and the histories from Edo period.
Key Date
> Deadline of the Registration and Full Payment : November 20, 2023 (Mon) 11:59PM (Central Time)
> Ticket Transfer Deadline : February 10, 2024 (Sat) 11:59PM (Central Time)
> Trip Start : March 10, 2024 (Sun) (Japan Standard Time)
> In order to start your journey from March 10, 2024 in Japan, you have to depart from the United States on or before March 9, 2024 (Sat).
About Fees for the Payment thru WeTravel
Please understand the following handling fee(s) will be charged by WeTravel, the booking and payment platform, on top of the tour fee.
Handling Fee from WeTravel : 1% of the payment amount + $0.30 /Transaction
> Payment by ACH : No Additional Fee
> Payment by Visa or Master Card : 2.90% Credit Card Fee
> Payment by American Express Card : 3.90% Credit Card Fee
Cancellation Policy
Until Full Payment Deadline on Nov 20, 2023 (Mon) 11:59PM (Central Time) : No Penalty
After Full Payment Deadline on Nov 21, 2023 (Tue) 0:00AM (Central Time) : Penalty of 100% of Tour Fee (Non Refundable)
However, after your full payment, you are permitted to TRANSFER your ticket to another participant (MBA student) until February 10, 2024 (Sat).
If you want to transfer your ticket, please contact us by email from "Ask A Question" blue tab on the right of this page with the following information.
- Seller's Name (Your Name) and Email Address
- Buyer's Name and his/her Email Address
After you let us know, we will email you back for further procedures.
Visa Requirement for Japan Entry
As of October 26, 2023, there are 70 countries and regions which are NOT required a visa application to enter Japan.
Please check the HP of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan to make sure your status of visa exemption/requirement.
For Participants who need Tourist Visa to enter Japan
All foreign nationals/people who reside in the following countries/region and are required to obtain a short-term visa on visiting Japan are eligible to apply for a visa online from March 27, 2023. Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, U.S.A.
eVISA Frequently asked questions
If you need to prepare Detailed Schedule of Stay describing daily activity plan>>> You must fill out this document in the official format from the consulate on your own. (SAMPLE ITINERARY)
If you are required to prepare additional documents(hotel confirmation etc) , feel free to ask H.I.S. International Tours for an advise.
Entry to Japan
• Use Visit Japan Web, an online service for immigration, customs, and Tax-Free shopping services for further information
• Showing a valid vaccination certificate or a test certificate obtained before departure is no longer required
What’s included
- Hotel AccommodationsDouble Occupancy (2 people per room) except Ryokan in Hiroshima (5~6 people per room)
- Breakfast for 4 daysBreakfast in Kyoto and Hiroshima
- 3 Dinner Parties3 Dinner Parties with All-You-Can-Drink
- Bullet Train TicketKyoto -> Hiroshima (Day 4) and Hiroshima -> Tokyo
- Sightseeing ToursSightseeing Tours in Kyoto (Day 2) and in Hiroshima (Day 4 and 5) with English Speaking Tour Guides by Private Coaches
- Admissions on Day 2Admissions of the Temples of Kiyomizu-dera and Kinkaku-ji (Day 2)
- Admissions on Day 4 & 5Admissions of Peace Memorial Museum (Day 4), and the Roundtrip Ferry Ticket to/from Miyajima with admissions of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine (Day5)
- Transfer to Party VenuesRoundtrip Transfers by Private Coaches between the hotels and the party venues in Kyoto (Day 2) and Tokyo (Day 7)
- Luggage DeliveryOneway Delivery by a Private Trucks from Kyoto to Tokyo (Day 4)
- English Speaking EscortsEnglish Speaking Escorts throughout your Itinerary
- Emergency HotlineEnglish Speaking 24/7 Hotline for Emergency throughout your Itinerary
What’s not included
- Air TicketInternational Flight Air Ticket between the U.S and Japan is not included (Ask H.I.S. Int'l Tours for the special deals at 1-877-447-8721)
- Optional ActivitiesOptional activities in Kyoto and Tokyo (sold separately after registration)
- Meals not on Itinerary
- LunchAll lunch
- Dinner for 4 daysDinner on free days and optional dinners
- Airport TransferTransfer from Osaka Airports (KIX/ITM) to the Hotel in Kyoto, and from the Hotel in Tokyo to Tokyo Airports (NRT/HND)
- InsuranceTravel insurance
- Personal ExpenseOther personal expenses
Available Packages
<3/16 (Sat) Tokyo>
=Half Day= Tokyo Highlight Tour ~ Imperial Palace, Tokyo Skytree, and Asakusa Walk
Destinations : Imperial Palace, Asakusa Area (Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street), and Tokyo Skytree
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~14:30PM (about 5.5 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck Ticket, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
9:30AM Tokyo Imperial Palace Visit
11:00AM Asakusa Senso-ji Temple Visit
Free Time for Lunch and Shopping at Nakamise Dori Street
13:00PM Tokyo Skytree Observation Deck
14:30PM Arrival at Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/12 (Tue) Kyoto>
=Full Day= Nara 1 Day Trip
Destinations : Kofuku-ji Temple, Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, in Nara
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:00PM (about 9 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Admissions of Kofuku-ji Temple, Todaiji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:30AM Kofuku-ji Temple (UNESCO's World Heritage Site) Visit
11:30AM Free Time for Lunch
13:30PM Todai-ji (Famous for Great Buddha / UNESCO's World Heritage Site) and Nara Park Visit
15:15PM Kasuga Taisha Shrine (UNESCO's World Heritage Site) Visit
* Main chapel inside of the shrine is closed on the day of the tour, and we will visit the Treasure Hall instead.
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/12 (Tue) Kyoto>
=Full Day= Byodo-in in Uji, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Sake Brewery Experience
Destinations : Byodo-in in Uji, Kizakura Fushimi-gura Sake Brewery, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, in Kyoto
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:00PM (about 9 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Admission of Byodo-in, Brewery Admission with Sake Tastings, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:00AM Byodo-in Temple (UNESCO's World Heritage Site) Visit
12:00PM Free Time for Lunch
14:00PM Kizakura Fushimi-gura Sake Brewery Visit (Self-Guided Tour in the Facility, Sake Tastings, and Gift Shop)
16:00PM Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Visit
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
7 Nights / 8 Days Package includes entire itinerary from Day 1 to Day 8.
Hotel Rooms are based on Double Occupancy (2 people per room) except Ryokan in Hiroshima (5~6 people per Room)
Authorized person's use only
For those who signed up a Private Room for Two Persons, please make a payment of the additional fee from here by 6:00PM (Central Time) on February 15th (Thu).
Additional Fee for 1 Room : $180.00-
* Once you make a payment, this additional fee is non refundable.
From Kyoto : =Half-Day (Morning)= Kyoto Walking in Kimono
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Heian Jingu Shrine, Yasaka Koshin-do, and Gion area, in Kyoto
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~13:00PM (about 4 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 20
What's Included : Kimono (Japanese traditional wearing) Rental, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from the Hotel
9:30AM Wear Kimono (Japanese Traditional Wearing) at Kimono Rental Store
10:30AM Gion Area Visit (including Heian Jingu Shrine, Yasaka Koshin-do Temple, etc.)
12:00PM Return Kimono at Kimono Rental Store
13:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Kyoto : =Half Day (Afternoon)= Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Kizakura Fushimi-gura Sake Brewery, in Kyoto
Tour Duration : 13:30PM~16:00PM (about 2.5 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 20
What's Included : Brewery Admission, Sake Tastings, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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13:30PM Departure from the Hotel
14:00PM Kizakura Fushimi-gura Sake Brewery Visit (1.5 hours / Self-Guided Tour in the Facility, Sake Tastings, and Gift Shop)
16:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/14 (Thu) Tokyo>
Izakaya Dinner @ Warayaki-Ya, led by Kiyo
Restaurant Location : Ginza
Reservation Time : 20:00PM
What's Included : Dinner Course, All-You-Can-Drink
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/14 (Thu) Tokyo>
Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) Dinner @ Yakiniku Toraji, led by Yutaro
Restaurant Location : Kyobashi
Reservation Time : 20:00PM
What's Included : Dinner Course, All-You-Can-Drink
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/14 (Thu) Tokyo>
Yakitori Dinner @ Yakitori Tsukiya, led by Daizen
*** Vegetarian and Vegan Options Available ***
Restaurant Location : Ginza
Reservation Time : 20:40PM
What's Included : Dinner Course
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/14 (Thu) Tokyo>
Sushi Dinner @ Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime, led by Yusuke
Restaurant Location : Marunouchi
Reservation Time : 20:00PM
What's Included : Sushi Course with 16 Items, 2 Drinks
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : Toyosu Market and Odaiba Sightseeing
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Toyosu Market, Odaiba Area (Unicorn Gundam Statue, Diver City Tokyo, Miraikan, and teamLab Planets)
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:00PM (about 9 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Admission of Miraikan, teamLab Planets, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
9:30AM Toyosu Market Visit
11:00AM Unicorn Gundam Statue Visit
11:30AM Free Time at Diver City Tokyo for Lunch
13:00PM Miraikan (The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation) Visit
15:00PM teamLab Planets Visit
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : Kamakura 1 Day Trip
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Komachi Dori Street, Kotokuin Temple (Great Buddha), Hase-dera Temple, in Kamakura
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:00PM (about 9 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 20
What's Included : Admissions of Kotoku-in Temple and Hasedera, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:30AM Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Visit
12:00PM Free Time for Lunch at Komachi Dori Street
14:30PM Kotoku-in Temple (Famous for Great Buddha) and Hase-dera Temple Visit
16:30PM Departure from Kamakura
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : Nikko Toshogu & Sake 1 Day Trip
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Watanabe Sahei Shoten Sake Brewery, Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:00PM (about 10.5 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 20
What's Included : Brewery Admission with Sake Tastings, Admissions Nikko Toshogu Shrine, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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8:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:30AM Watanabe Sahei Shoten Sake Brewery Visit (Sake Tastings and Gift Shop)
12:00PM Free Time for Lunch
14:00PM Nikko Toshogu Shrine Visit
15:30PM Departure from Nikko
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
<3/15 (Fri) Tokyo>
Hakone Sightseeing with Spectacular View of Mt. Fuji & Onsen 1 Day
Destinations : Lake Ashi, Hakone Yunessun (Hot Springs), in Hakone
Tour Duration : 8:00AM~18:30PM (about 10.5 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Lake Ashi Pirate's Cruising, Hakone Ropeway Ticket, Admission of Yunessun (Hot Springs), English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
* An Onsen experience with Tattoos is NOT permitted in this Hot Springs.
* Please bring your own Bathing Suits and Towels with you. You may bring towels from the hotel in Tokyo, but those must be returned to the hotel.
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8:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:20AM Hakone Ropeway with Mt. Fuji View
12:00PM Lake Ashi Cruise with Mt. Fuji View
13:00PM Hakone Yunessun (Hot Springs) Visit for Onsen Experience
> Please have lunch on your own at the Food Court or the Restaurants in Hakone Yunessun.
16:30PM Departure from Hakone
18:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : Hakone Sightseeing with Spectacular View of Mt. Fuji & Onsen 1 Day
*** Tattoo Friendly Onsen Visit ***
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Lake Ashi in Hakone, and Ontainai Onsen (Hot Springs) in Gotemba
Tour Duration : 9:00AM~18:30PM (about 9.5 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 20
What's Included : Lake Ashi Pirate's Cruising, Admission of Ontainai Onsen (Hot Springs) and Towel Rental, Lunch, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
* An Onsen experience with Tattoos is permitted in this Hot Springs.
* Bathing Suites are NOT permitted.
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9:00AM Departure from Hotel
12:20PM Lake Ashi Cruise with Mt. Fuji View
13:30PM Lunch at a Local Restaurant
15:00PM Ontainai Onsen (Hot Springs)
16:00PM Departure from Hakone
18:30PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : =Night= Tokyo Limousine Night
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Night View Spots of Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, in Tokyo
Tour Duration : 20:00PM~22:00PM (about 2 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 6
What's Included : Limousine Ride
* Drinks including Alcohols are permitted to bring, but NO foods are permitted.
* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.
From Tokyo : =Half Day= Sumo Demonstration Experience with Chanko-Nabe Lunch
*** Vegetarian Option Available ***
*** NO OPERATION ***
Because the number of people who signed up this tour didn't reach the minimum operational number of participants, this tour was CANCELLED.
Those who signed up this tour will get a full refund in a week; please understand there is always a time lag due to the bank procedures.
Destinations : Sumo Experience Facility in Shitamachi (Old Town), Tokyo
Tour Duration : 10:00AM~13:00PM (about 3 hours)
Minimum Operational Number of Guests : 30
What's Included : Sumo Demonstration Experience Program, Chanko-Nabe Lunch, English Speaking Tour Guide, Transfer by a Private Coach
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10:00AM Departure from Hotel
10:30AM Sumo Experience Facility, located in Shitamachi (Old Town) Tokyo
~Sumo Demonstration Experience Program~
> Sumo Training Demonstrations by 2 Retired Sumo Wrestlers
> Sumo Techniques Demonstrations by 2 Retired Sumo Wrestlers
> Sumo Foul Plays Demonstrations by 2 Retired Sumo Wrestlers
> Serious Sumo Match by 2 Retired Sumo Wrestlers
> Sumo Match Experiences between Sumo Wrestlers and Some of the Participants
> Chanko-Nabe (Traditional Food for Sumo Wrestlers) Lunch
13:00PM Arrival at the Hotel
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* Tour schedule may change due to facility's condition.
* In case the number of attendees won't reach the minimum operational number of guests until the registration deadline of February 5, the tour will be cancelled, and the tour fee will be fully refunded.
* Once the tour is operational and confirmed, the tour fee will be 100% non refundable.