On this week-long Japan geography school trip, students learn all about the country’s long history with disaster, as well as their strides in prevention and relief efforts. They’ll visit key sites like Fukushima, speak to local people on unique homestay experiences, and learn about the country’s policies at the Tokyo Disaster Prevention Center. Along the way, they’ll also be able to explore Japan’s rich culture and their scientific developments.
Discover Japan’s thriving culture and disaster prevention & relief efforts in our detailed itinerary below! But remember, all our school trips are completely customisable.
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*Prices based on groups of 20 students and 2 free teachers, not including flights.
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: Tokyo
Your Japan geography school trip starts today! You’ll touch down in Tokyo and be greeted at the airport by your Adventure Leader, who’ll help you transfer to your accommodation. After checking in and settling, you’ll rejoin them for a trip briefing. Here, your guide will explain the week’s itinerary, give you cultural advice, and tips on staying safe.
Then this evening, you’ll get your first real glimpse of the Tokyo skyline. Get up in the clouds atop the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, before heading back to the hotel.
Day 2: Tokyo
Spend an enjoyable half-day sightseeing in Tokyo. You’ll get a window into Japanese culture thanks to your local guide, and see all the best sights on your own private tour. While your stops might vary, you can expect to see the likes of Tokyo Tower, the Imperial Palace, the Skytree, or the Meiji Shrine.
You’ll pay a visit to one of Japan’s biggest science centers at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. Here, you can learn about the incredible advancements that this country is making in the realms of science.
See the famous Shibuya Crossing! Catch a glimpse of the world-renowned intersection – but make sure to keep your wits about you when the lights turn red!
Day 3: Tokyo
Today, you’ll spend a fascinating day learning about Japan’s disaster responses. As a country prone to natural disasters, Japan needs to have some robust strategies in place – and that’s where the Tokyo Rinkai Disaster Prevention Park comes in. You’ll visit the sprawling headquarters of Tokyo’s disaster response unit, which serves the entire metropolitan area. While you’re here, you’ll explore the visitor center, where you can take a tour which includes a real simulation of an earthquake event. Students will learn how to survive the first crucial hours following a disaster, and along the way there’ll be interactive quizzes to help test their learning.
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