Dive head first into Japan’s history, arts and religion on the Japanese Culture school trip through Tokyo, Hakone, Hiroshima and Kyoto. Here’s our Cultural educational tour in Japan at a glance:
- Days 1-3 in Tokyo: Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Tsukiji fish market, sushi-making class, Harajuku, Shibuya Crossing, local school visit, Tokyo National Museum, Sensoji Temple
- Day 4 in Hakone: ropeway, luxury pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi
- Day 5-6 in Hiroshima: Miyajima Island (Itsukushima Shrine, beaches, waterfalls), peace talk by A-bomb legacy successor at Peace Memorial Museum
- Days 7-10 in Kyoto: Kiyomizu Dera, Higashiyama, calligraphy lesson, Fushimi Inari Shrine, International Manga Museum, Arashiyama bamboo forest & monkeys, Tenryu-ji Temple, Daisen-In Temple, Golden Pavilion, Imperial Palace, Gion Corner theatre traditional Japanese arts variety show
Like what you see? Discover Japan’s rich and varied culture in our detailed itinerary below! But remember, all our school trips are completely customisable.
*Prices based on groups of 20 students and 2 free teachers.
What's included?
✓ All accommodation costs
✓ Full board meals for the entire trip
✓ All transportation costs, including airport pick-up and drop-off
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary
✓ 1 free teacher per 10 paying students
✓ 24-hour emergency contact support during the trip
✓ Detailed pre-departure summary & briefing
✓ Full financial failure protection
✓ Public liability insurance
✓ Our trips are fully risk-assessed
Day 1: Aerial Views
Morning/Afternoon
Arrive in Tokyo and transfer to accommodation. Head to the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for a fantastic view and trip briefing.
Evening
Enjoy a welcome dinner after trying your hand at baseball in one of the city’s batting cages.
Day 2: Sushi Making
Morning
Rise early to see the bustling Tsukiji fish market before testing your culinary skills at a sushi-making class.
Afternoon
After filling up on your delicious creations, explore pop culture heaven: Harajuku. Expect to see maids, punks, goths, and fashionistas – anything goes in Harajuku!
Evening
Finish the day admiring the city lights at Shibuya Crossing. Apparently, it’s the busiest intersection in the world!
Learning Outcomes
Discover Japanese culture through hands-on activities and a wide variety of excursions, which offer a balance between the modern and the traditional elements of Japanese society.
Practise Japanese language skills with the assistance of our Japanese-speaking guides.
Uncover Japan’s rich history, from its ancient traditions to the devastation it suffered in the Second World War and the country’s emergence as a major economic player in the late 20th century.
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