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Day 1
— Istanbul – Tokyo
We meet in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal, 3 hours before the flight time. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Tokyo at 15:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK0050.
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Day 2
— Tokyo
We land in Tokyo at 08:45. After collecting our luggage, we head from the airport to the city center. Our first stop is the Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, one of Tokyo's landmarks, famous for its giant lanterns. Passing through Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), you can shop for souvenirs and taste local delicacies on Nakamise Street, Japan's first outdoor shopping street with over 70 shops. Then, we proceed to Ginza, one of the world's most famous streets and Japan's luxury shopping district.
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Day 3
— Tokyo-Kamakura-Yokohama-Tokyo
After breakfast at our hotel, we start exploring the historic Kamakura region of Tokyo. Kamakura is where the Shogunate system was first established. We first visit the Kotoku Temple, belonging to the Jōdo-shū sect, famous for the Great Buddha statue of Kamakura. Then, we experience the city's cultural fabric by visiting the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Komachi-dori Street. Later, we head to Yokohama, Japan's third-largest city. Here, we visit China Town, the largest Chinese neighborhood in Yokohama with a history of 160 years. Continuing our tour, we explore the famous Cup Noodle Museum and soak in the city's atmosphere.
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Day 4
— Tokyo – Mount Fuji – Hakone – Lake Ashi – Tokyo
After breakfast, we start our tour of Hakone and Mount Fuji. Standing at 3,776 meters, Mount Fuji was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2013. This mountain is Japan's highest peak with its elegant conical shape. First, we go to the village of Oshino Hakkai with a view of Mount Fuji and taste local delicacies. You can also try the finest version of Japanese mochi mugwort rice cake. Later, we take a boat tour on Lake Ashi with stunning views.
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Day 5
— Tokyo-Osaka
After breakfast, we depart for Osaka by high-speed train (shinkansen). Upon arrival, we start our city tour with our vehicle waiting for us. Osaka is known as Japan's capital of gourmet food and is the country's third-largest city. We begin our city tour with Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century. The castle was commissioned by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and approximately 100,000 workers were involved in its construction. Next, we visit Dotonbori, Osaka's popular food district.
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Day 6
— Osaka – Kyoto – Osaka
After breakfast at our hotel, we embark on a full-day tour of Kyoto. First, we visit the Kinkakuji Temple, covered in gold leaf. Then, we explore the Fushimi Inari Shrine, dedicated to the rice deity Inari, which hosts over a thousand Torii gates. Later, we stroll through Kyoto's historic Gion district and visit the Bamboo Grove Park. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Osaka.
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Day 7
— Osaka – Nara – Kobe – Osaka
After breakfast, we head to the historic city of Nara. Nara was Japan's first capital and is home to many ancient temples. We first visit the Todaiji Temple, the world's largest wooden structure, which houses Japan's largest bronze Buddha statue (Daibutsu). Then, we visit the deer in Nara Park. Afterward, we proceed to Kobe. Kobe is one of Japan's major sake-producing cities, and we visit the shopping and entertainment center, Kobe Mosaic.
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Day 8
— Osaka – Rinku Premium Outlet – Istanbul
After breakfast, we have free time. Later, we visit Rinku Premium Outlet, one of Japan's largest outlets. Here, we will have the opportunity to find international and Japanese brands at affordable prices. Afterward, we transfer to the airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 22:50 on Turkish Airlines flight TK0087. We arrive in Istanbul the next day at 05:40.
