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Japan
Japan: An Exploration of History, Culture and Society
Program No. 19724RJ
Fulfill the dream of a lifetime as you immerse yourself in the traditions, history and stunning landscapes of one of the world’s most ancient and beautiful cultures: Japan.
LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Mar 03, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Mar 17, 2026 - Apr 02, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Mar 31, 2026 - Apr 16, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
May 05, 2026 - May 21, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
May 12, 2026 - May 28, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
May 26, 2026 - Jun 11, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Sep 29, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Oct 27, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Nov 10, 2026 - Nov 26, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Nov 24, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026 (Tokyo to Fukuoka)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
15
Breakfasts
9
Lunches
9
Dinners
Total:
33 Meals
Where You'll Stay
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Located just a short walk away from Kyoto Station, this hotel offers a unique blend of modern and stylish amenities with traditional Japanese materials and designs. Nestled in the heart of the city, the hotel's prime location ensures easy access to key attractions and transportation hubs.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Tokyo
Founded 130 years ago, this hotel is located on the Toki-no-Kane Street in Nihonbashi which originated with the Toki-no-Kane (one of the bell towers) that was used to inform the residents of Edo of the time. Completely re-built from the ground up in the same location as the original, it re-opened in July of 2020. Styled to recapture the feel of old Edo, but with a modern flourish, the hotel welcomes guests with the concept of “a hotel that creates a new story that can only be felt here by thinking about the unique story created by our predecessors.” Featuring a large public bath more often found in smaller ryokan type inns, the hotel also has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well conference rooms, and a coin laundry. It is conveniently located near the historic Nihonbashi district, and is less than a 10 minute ride from Tokyo station in an area with many restaurants. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Kiso-Fukushima
The Ryokan Iwaya is a traditional, elegant Japanese inn, with tatami rooms and natural hot spring baths, located in the heart of historic Kiso-Fukushima.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Kyoto
Comfortable hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Kyoto. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Hiroshima
Situated atop the main Hiroshima railway station, the Granvia is ideally located for the main sights of central Hiroshima.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Oita
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower features modern stylish accommodations with free WiFi access. Guests can request relaxing massages and JR Oita Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature carpeted floors, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Guests can watch movies on the flat-screen TV with video-on-demand. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. SERENA features a breakfast buffet with local ingredients, and Orizuru serves traditional Japanese dishes.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Hita
Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, relaxation space, terrace with river view, WiFi in the lobby
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Fukuoka
Around five minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport and located in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka, this city hotel is a perfect base for travel and sightseeing. Twin (two bed) and Single (one bed) accommodations offered during the program.
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May 26 - Jun 11, 2026
Sep 29 - Oct 15, 2026
Oct 13 - Oct 29, 2026
Oct 27 - Nov 12, 2026
Nov 10 - Nov 26, 2026
Nov 24 - Dec 10, 2026
Dec 1 - Dec 17, 2026
Documents
Personal Information and Preferences
After you enroll, we’ll ask you to provide or update your personal information and preferences, which includes your health information, lodging and meal preferences for your program.
Passport
A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Visas
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
Health Concerns: We want you to arrive healthy, stay healthy, and return home healthy! The full schedule is demanding and can be tiring, especially in unfamiliar surroundings. It is important to arrive well rested and free from illness to take full advantage of our time together. While we take appropriate health and safety precautions on all programs, we urge you to be informed and to share in the responsibility for your well-being. If you have specific concerns regarding your participation in this program, please consult your physician and feel free to contact us with your questions. Important Covid information for visiting Japan: - Passengers travelling to Japan should have insurance that covers Covid as they will be responsible for all medical bills if they test positive for Covid. We strongly recommend Road Scholar's optional Trip Protection Plan, which provides financial protection in the event that you test positive while abroad. If you do not purchase this plan, you will need to have other insurance that covers Covid. - As of the current date (July 2025), the Japanese government encourages people who test positive for Covid to isolate for five days (asymptomatic) to seven days (symptomatic), but it is not required. - In the event of a positive test result for covid, Japanese law allows for hotels and inns to refuse accommodation to infected guests, and costs for finding and securing other accommodations will be at the participant's own expense. Medications Pack a supply of all medications you take regularly. Japanese law allows for a 30 day supply of prescription medications. It is recommended to bring copies of your prescription and, if you have an unusual prescription, carry a letter from your physician explaining your need for the drug. Carry the generic names of your medications with you because pharmaceutical companies overseas may use different names from those used in the States. Medicines classified as “psychotropics” (including Klonopin, Ativan, Xanax, Valium, Ritalin, Concerta, and Lexomil) are subject to limitations. If you are bringing more than the allowed quantity, you will need to secure a “Yunyu Kakuninsho” (Certificate of Import) prior to the start of your program. If your prescription is under the allowed quantity, there is no need for this certificate. For detailed list of the controlled medicines and their import limitations, please check this link: https://www.ncd.mhlw.go.jp/dl_data/keitai/total.pdf For more details on bringing medicines with you into Japan, please refer to the following Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare websites: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/english/policy/health-medical/pharmaceuticals/01.html https://www.ncd.mhlw.go.jp/en/application2.html If you are unsure, please contact and consult your local Japanese consulate for assistance.
Traveling by Air
Plane
If Road Scholar is arranging your air travel to and from the program, and you travel on the scheduled start and end dates, you’ll receive free round-trip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Arrival day is on May 27, 2026
Meet the group at Hotel Kazusaya in Tokyo
Start of Trip: 3:00 p.m. hotel check-in available followed by 6:45 p.m. meeting in the lobby of the hotel.
Getting to the site: For participants that have flights included through Road Scholar, transportation by bus/train will be provided from Narita Airport to the hotel in Tokyo on the program's official arrival date (Day 2) in Japan. For independent arrivals, there are regular Narita Express Trains (approx 55 min journey) from Narita Airport to JR Tokyo Station. One-way tickets cost approximately JPY3,070. Hotel Kazusaya is located near the Nihonbashi Area, just a one minute walk from the Sobu Express Line Shin-Nihonbashi station, and a five minute walk from the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Mitsukoshi-mae Station. However, we recommend using a taxi to the hotel after arriving at Tokyo Station (five minute ride). PLEASE ALSO SEE THE MAPS AND DIAGRAMS AT THE END OF THIS DOCUMENT FOR MORE DETAILS.
Getting to the site by train or bus: For independent arrivals, there are regular Narita Express Trains (approx 55 min journey) from Narita Airport to JR Tokyo Station. One-way tickets cost approximately JPY3,070. The Hotel is a short five minute cab ride from Tokyo Station.
Your trip ends on: Thursday, June 11, 2026 in Fukuoka at Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station
End of Trip: 10:00 a.m. after breakfast.
Getting to the airport: The program ends on Day 17 at the hotel after breakfast. Participants that day will travel by taxi to the airport. Program Only Option participants will be responsible for their own transfers (approx. 10~15 minute taxi ride, JPY1,500).
Information if you are purchasing your own airfare: Participants who have not purchased airfare through Road Scholar are responsible for making their own transfer arrangements to the first site at the beginning of the program, as well as from the last site at the end of the program. The Information Packet Road Scholar sends in advance of the program includes details needed to make your transfer arrangements. If you wish to purchase airfare through Road Scholar, please call (800) 241-1404. Please note: In the unlikely event Road Scholar must make changes to the program's arrival or departure details, we will notify all participants as soon as possible. Participants who have purchased Road Scholar airfare are protected against airline change fees; however, anyone who has not purchased Road Scholar airfare will be required to make their own adjustments and may incur fees imposed by the airline.
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