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Setouchi Inland Sea 6 Night/8 Day Package

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Highlights of Hiroshima, Miyajima, Okayama, and Naoshima

LAND ONLY PRICES STARTING AT: $1,210.00 per person*

*Based on double-occupancy. Includes tax.

Please also contact us for discount airfares to Japan.

This land package is ideal for independent travelers who enjoy exploring on their own. Days are free to create your own sightseeing and transportation schedule!

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

6 nights 4-star Western-style hotels, 1 night ryokan (Japanese-style inn)
Daily breakfast (6)
Dinner on Miyajima Island and Naoshima Island (2)

EXTRAS

Option to extend in any city in Japan.
Regional rail passes available on request.
Advice will be given on transportation between each location.
OPTIONAL TOURS: Kurashiki Sweets-making Workshop (details to follow)

NOTES

Subject to availability.
Prices subject to change based on certain dates.

DAY	ITINERARY
1	USA DEPARTURE --Cross International Dateline--
2	ARRIVE JAPAN -Arrive Hiroshima Airport. Transfer to Hiroshima hotel. -SUGGESTED: Discover a local “okonomiyaki” restaurant for dinner. Accommodations: ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel
3	HIROSHIMA - SUGGESTED: Free day for sightseeing in Hiroshima. Explore Peace Museum, Peace Memorial Park, and A-Bomb Dome. Accommodations: ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel
4	HIROSHIMA → MIYAJIMA ISLAND -Transfer to Miyajima Island. Check into ryokan. - SUGGESTED: Sightseeing on your own, exploring the island, especially World Heritage Site, Itsukushima Shrine. -Dinner at the ryokan. Accommodations: IWASO Ryokan
5	MIYAJIMA ISLAND → OKAYAMA -Return ferry and then train to Okayama. Leave bags at hotel. -SUGGESTED: Either stay in Okayama or transfer to Kurashiki for sightseeing. -Optional Tour available with advance notice. Accommodations: Hotel Granvia
6	OKAYAMA → NAOSHIMA ISLAND -Transfer to Naoshima Island by train and ferry. -Check into Benesse House. -SUGGESTED: Explore island by visiting various art sites and museums. -Dinner at the Terrace Restaurant. Accommodations: Benesse House
7	NAOSHIMA ISLAND → OKAYAMA -Transfer from Naoshima Island to Okayama. -Sightseeing in Okayama includes Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden. Accommodations: Hotel Granvia
8	APAN DEPARTURE -Return to USA via one of Osaka’s Airports (either KIX or Itami). Arrive same day.

KIE – Japan Airlines Boston to Tokyo Package

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:03:35 +0000

KIE, in partnership with Japan Airlines, has put together a special Boston - Tokyo package in celebration of the first non-stop flight from Boston to Asia!

Kyoto Marathon: Deadline to book Jan. 26!

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:13:36 +0000

KIE announces its exclusive package to the 2012 Kyoto Marathon! The city’s first full marathon will be held on March 11, 2012. This date also marks the one year anniversary of the tragic Great Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami. The event’s goal is to raise funds for the reconstruction of the affected areas as well as revitalization of Kyoto and Japan.

Tokyo Marathon Package Deadline Extended to Dec. 9th!

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:00:28 +0000

The lottery registration for Tokyo Marathon has been closed, but we are still offering guaranteed entry through our exclusive land package...and there's even more time to apply! Our booking deadline has been extended to December 9, 2011.

2012 China Airlines Air-Hotel Package

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:50:30 +0000

KIE EXCLUSIVE! Our Kansai Special is back at an even better price! Kintetsu International (KIE), in partnership with China Airlines and Tokyu Hotels, is proud to announce our special discount package to Japan for the beginning of 2012. KIE is offering this special deal to include roundtrip air from New York to Osaka’s Kansai Airport along with 2-night hotel accommodations in Osaka. Prices start at only $999*.

2012 China Airlines Special to Kansai

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:32:01 +0000

KIE EXCLUSIVE AIR + HOTEL PACKAGE:

2012 China Airlines Special to Kansai

Starting from $999* per person

China Airlines provides the only direct service from New York to Kansai!

Kyoto Crowned with Asia’s Top City

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 22:00:35 +0000

New York, NY, October 11, 2011: Japan’stop cultural destination Kyoto has been crowned as the best Asian city of 2011 in the Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award 2011.

Fall and Winter in Tokyo

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 21:38:33 +0000

New York, NY, September 22, 2011: Japan’s capital city never stops in fall and winter. Tokyo, where old and new cohabits, evolves with more innovative, cultural and creative facilities.

Kyoto Marathon 2012

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:42:34 +0000

Kyushu Tour

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:01:46 +0000

JAPAN FOR YOU EXCLUSIVE!

Exclusive Tour to Kyoto and Kyushu

10 Day Package

Group A: March 29 - April 7 2012
Group B: April 5 - April 14 2012

Tokyo Marathon 2012

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 20:17:20 +0000

KIE is proud to be the exclusive travel agency in the U.S. offering a package for the Tokyo Marathon in 2012. Tokyo will be hosting its annual marathon on Sunday, February 26th, 2012. This 6-day, 4-night package includes hotel and air, or can be purchased as land-only. Participants who register for this deal are guaranteed entry into the race. Let Kintetsu take you there!

Japan Adds New World Heritage Sites

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 19:48:28 +0000

New York, NY, July 20, 2011: Thanks to its rich history and nature, Japan has already been recognized as a country with many UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites with 14 designated destinations. Additional two locations came into the international spotlight as added to the list in this June.

KIE's Exclusive China Airlines Package to Kansai starting at $1,199!

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:40:03 +0000

Kintetsu International (KIE), in partnership with China Airlines, is proud to announce a new exclusive package to Japan. In celebration of China Airlines’ non-stop flight to Osaka, KIE is offering a special deal - roundtrip air from New York to Osaka's Kansai Airport in addition to hotel accommodations in Kyoto for only $1,199!

$1,199 AA July Special Deadline Extended to July 1st

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:36:25 +0000

The deadline has been extended to Friday, July 1st. This special Air-inclusive package includes a 3-night hotel stay in Tokyo. With this special, you can extend your stay in Japan up to 30 days!

KIE's Tokyo 3-NIght, Air-Inclusive Special for $1,199!

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:25:22 +0000

Kintetsu International (KIE) is proud to announce a 3-night, air-inclusive package to Tokyo for $1,199 per person!

Is Japan on your list of “Places to Visit”? For first-timers and repeat visitors alike, anyone can take advantage of this exclusive deal. But hurry! This package must be booked by July 1^st.

Tourism Campaign Raised $7,750 for Japan Relief

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:26:16 +0000

New York, NY, June 9, 2011: The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and Japanese travel agencies delivered a charitable donation of $7,750 to Consulate General of Japan in New York. This is the money raised from the sales of the $780 special package for 4 nights in Tokyo and air, which was ended on May 31.

Osaka Marathon 2011

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:12:19 +0000

The city of Osaka is hosting its first annual marathon which will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2011. Their official slogan is "Making a Rainbow Together". Kintetsu International is the official travel agency for the Osaka Marathon. For those aspiring marathoners, KIE's exclusive package must be booked by June 20th!

1 Day Tour

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:17:14 +0000

10 1/2hours

Jan. 9 ~ Dec. 27
Tue., Thu., Sat. & Sun.

- Pick up service is available. Return Service is not available.
- This is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour will be accompanied by an English-speaking licensed guide.

AERIAL GARDEN OBSERVATORY
A unique viewing platform suspended between two skyscrapers 170 meters off the ground. The observation deck offers a magnificent full panorama view of the city of Osaka.

Lunch at Restaurant

OSAKA CASTLE
Osaka Castle is noted for its magnificence and immense stones used in its construction. The castle, towering over the city, stands on a stone rampart. Many relics of the Toyotomi, who built the castle originally, and Old Osaka are exhibited inside.

AQUA LINER (Pleasure Boat)
Enjoy a 60-minute boat ride with passing views of Osaka Castle, Twin Towers, City Hall on Nakanoshima lsle, etc.

Afternoon Tour

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5 hours

Jan. 9 ~ Dec. 27
Tue., Thu., Sat. & Sun.

- Pick up service is available. Return Service is not available.
- This is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour will be accompanied by an English-speaking licensed guide.

AQUA LINER (Pleasure Boat)
Enjoy a 60-minute boat ride with passing views of Osaka Castle, Twin Towers, City Hall on Nakanoshima lsle, etc.

1 Day Tour

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Daily: Jan. 5 ~ Dec. 29 (8:55am ~ 5:30pm)

NIJO CASTLE: Once a residence of the Tokugawa Shogun, the castle is famous for its architectural beauty and interior decoration. Tiptoe along the mysterious “Nightingale Floor”
*On Tuesdays in Jan., Jul., Aug. & Dec. when Nijo Castle is closed, the tour will visit
Ryoanji Temple instead.

GOLDEN PAVILION: Serenity surrounds the gold-leaf covered pavilion designed by a feudal lord as his personal retreat. Walk through its picturesquely laid out garden and set aside the tensions of modern life.

KYOTO IMPERIAL PALACE: Visit the former residence of the Imperial Family, the heart of the ancient capital of Kyoto.
*On Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays and certain restricted days, visit Kitano Tenmangu instead. Tours visit Ryoanji Temple or Daitokuji Temple on Feb. 25, Mar. 25, Aug. 25 & Nov. 25.

HEIAN SHRINE: Visit the most representative Shinto shrine in Kyoto built in commemoration of the city’s 1,100th anniversary. Enjoy walking through the beautiful garden.

SANJUSANGENDO HALL: Well known as the “Temple of a Thousand and One Images of Buddha”, this temple is filled with wooden images all carved by famous sculptors, such as Unkei and Tankei.

KIYOMIZU TEMPLE: A quaint old lane with pottery shops leads to the temple. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Kyoto from the famous “stage of Kiyomizu”, a wooden veranda, standing on a cliff, which was built without using a single nail.

Afternoon Tour

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Daily: Jan. 5 ~ Dec. 29 (2:00pm ~ 5:30pm)

HEIAN SHRINE: Visit the most representative Shinto shrine in Kyoto built in commemoration of the city’s 1,100th anniversary. Enjoy walking through the beautiful garden.

SANJUSANGENDO HALL: Well known as the “Temple of a Thousand and One Images of Buddha”, this temple is filled with wooden images all carved by famous sculptors, such as Unkei and Tankei.

Morning Tour

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Daily: Jan. 5 ~ Dec. 29 (8:55am ~ 1:30pm)

Option 2: Two Days

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Departure Date: Jan. 12 - Dec. 21
(Except for Mar. 18-22, Apr. 28 - May 9, Jul. 15 - 19, Aug. 12 - 15, Sep. 16 - 26, Oct. 7 - 11)

Other Info: TOKYO-MT. FUJI-HAKONE-TOKYO

- DAY 1

TOMEI EXPRESSWAY-FUJI SKY LINE-5TH STATION: Enjoy scenery of rural Japan driving along to Mt. Fuji. A panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and peaks of mountains can be seen at 8,000 ft. altitude. (NOTE, below)

LUNCH (W/O Lunch less $20)

OWAKUDANI BOILING VALLEY: Ancient Crater where sulfurous fume reeks and clouds of steam rise from crevasses. Suggest trying black colored shell boiled egg.

HAKONE ROPEWAY – NATIONAL PARK: From 4km-long ropeway, enjoy a breakthtaking view of the volcanic Hakone Mountains and the Valley of Hell (hot springs) may be enjoyed.

BOAT CRUISE ON LAKE HAKONE: Cruising across peaceful Lake Hakone, enjoying the picturesque and serene natural beauty of the crater lake.

NOTE:You will drive up to 4,500 feet from winters to the middle of spring (due to road closures) and some weekends during summer holidays when heavy traffic is expected. It may be necessary to change part of the itinerary (visits and conveyance may be omitted or substituted), depending on weather, heavy traffic conditions and/or for operational reasons.

5:00 p.m. Check-in at the Palace Hotel Hakone.
Relax with “ONSEN” or hot spring bath at the hotel.

- DAY 2

Free time in Hakone until departure.

3:20 p.m. Leave Palace Hotel Hakone for Odawara Station.

4:46 p.m. Leave Odawara for Tokyo By Bullet Train

5:23 p.m. The tour disbands upon arrival at Tokyo Station

Option 1: One Day

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Daily
(Except for Jan. 1-3; Mar. 19, Apr. 29-30, May 3-4; Jul. 16, 17; Aug. 13, 14; Sep. 17, 18, 23, 24; and Oct. 8, 9)

Other Info: TOKYO-MT. FUJI-HAKONE-TOKYO

LUNCH at lakeside restaurant: Grilled Chicken Lunch (Vegetarian Menu is available on request)

HAKONE ROPEWAY – NATIONAL PARK: Enjoy the brand new double-wired gondola with a 360 degree panorama for a breath taking view of the volcanic Hakone Mountains.

OWAKUDANI BOILING VALLEY: Ancient Crater where sulfurous fume reeks and clouds of steam rise from crevasses. Try the black colored shell eggs (eggs boiled in sulfurous hot spring water.)

PIRATE BOAT CRUISE ON LAKE HAKONE: Cruising across peacfeful Lake Hakone, enjoying the picturesque and serene natural beauty of the crater lake in the first class cabin.

RETURN TO TOKYO
A.) Return by Bullet Train (Tour disbands at Tokyo station.)
B.) Return by Motorcoach: Return service is available to the hotel
(where pick-up services were provided.)

NOTE: You will drive up to 4,500 feet from winter to the middle of spring (due to road closures) and some weekends during summer holidays when heavy traffic is expected. It may be necessary to change part of the itinerary (visits and conveyance may be omitted or substituted), depending on weather, heavy traffic conditions and/or for operational reasons.

* JR or subway train may be used for pick-up services depending on heavy traffic conditions.

Option 3: 1 Day

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9 hours

Daily: 9:00am ~ 6:00pm
(Except Jan. 1-3, Feb. 28)

- Lunch included
-Pickup and return service are available.
Return Service is available to the hotels where pickup services are provided.

- Without lunch
-Pickup and return service are available.
Return Service is available to the hotels where pickup services are provided.

TOKYO TOWER (Admission fee included): Enjoy a panorama of Tokyo from the observation platform.

MEIJI SHRINE: The finest example of Japanese shrine architecture. Nestled in a peaceful, picturesque area.

AKASAKA GUEST HOUSE: Brief photo opportunity outside the Guest House Gate; entrance is prohibited. A magnificent Western-style palace in the Baroque architectural style.

NATIONAL DIET BUILDING (Drive by): Drive by the imposing Japanese Capitol (the House of Parliament) dominated by a massive central tower.

IMPERIAL PALACE EAST GARDEN: Enjoy a pleasant walk in the East Garden of the Imperial Palace, of historical interest and scenic beauty. (Mon. & Fri. visit IMPERIAL PALACE PLAZA, DOUBLE BRIDGE instead of the East Garden. Visit the inner moat, 15 feet thick walls and gnarled pine trees surrounding the 250-acres fortress, home of the Emperor and Empress.)

GINZA SHOPPING DISTRICT (Drive through): Stroll at Ginza area

KUSHIAGE LUNCH AT GINZA ISOMURA: Enjoy KUSHIAGE lunch in a traditional Japanese atmosphere. (Kushiage is deep-fried morsels of meat, fish, and vegetables coated with very fine breadcrumbs on skewers, accompanied by soybean soup, salad, light pickled vegetables, rice and dessert.)

IMPERIAL PALACE (Drive by)

TASAKI PEARL GALLERY: See the complete process of pearl cultivation and take advantage of the bargain prices for pearl. One lucky participant will receive a cultured pearl if you draw the winning lot!

SUMIDA RIVER CRUISE: Board a 30 min. boat ride to Asakusa on the Sumida River while enjoying a harmonious blend of old and new Tokyo.

ASAKUSA KANNON TAMPLE: Famous cultured landmark in Tokyo.

NAKAMISE SHOPPING STREET: Walk down the brightly-lit Nakamise shopping street leading to Japan’s finest Buddhist temple.

KAPPABASHI (Drive through): This part of Tokyo sells restaurant supplies and wax food samples.

UENO AND AKIHABARA (Drive through): UENO, a popular amusement and shopping district with all kinds of goods sold at reasonable prices. AKIHABARA, a world famous district with hundreds of shops for electric appliances. Bargaining is a common practice here.

No return service available at Metropolitan and Sunshine City Prince.

* JR or subway train may be used for pick-up services depending on heavy traffic conditions.
* It may be necessary to change itinerary depending on weather, heavy traffic condition or for operational reasons.

Option 2: Afternoon Tour

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:35:46 +0000

4 hours

Daily: 2:00pm ~ 6:00pm
(Except Feb. 27)

-Pickup service is available
Return Service is not available

GINZA SHOPPING DISTRICT (Drive through): Drive through world famous Ginza shopping district.

IMPERIAL PALACE (Drive by)

TASAKI PEARL GALLERY: See the complete process of pearl cultivation. One lucky participant will receive a cultured pearl if you draw the winning lot!

SUMIDA RIVER CRUISE: Board a 30 min. boat ride to Asakusa on the Sumida River while enjoying a harmonious blend of old and new Tokyo.

ASAKUSA KANNON TAMPLE: Famous cultured landmark in Tokyo.

NAKAMISE SHOPPING STREET: Walk down the brightly-lit Nakamise shopping street leading to Japan’s finest Buddhist temple.

KAPPABASHI (Drive through): This part of Tokyo sells restaurant supplies and wax food samples.

UENO and AKIHABARA (Drive through): UENO, a popular amusement and shopping district with all kinds of goods sold at reasonable prices. AKIHABARA, a world famous district with hundreds of shops for electric appliances. Bargaining is a common practice here.
A) Return transfer is not included.
B) Return transfer is included.

You may leave the tour in Kappabashi, Akihabara or Ueno.
Your guide will give you instructions to return to your hotel.

* JR or subway train may be used for pick-up services depending on traffic conditions.
* It may be necessary to change itinerary depending on weather, heavy traffic conditions or for operational reasons.

Option 1: Morning Tour

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:21:07 +0000

4 hours

Daily: 9:00am ~ 1:00pm
(Except Feb. 27)

- Without lunch
-Pickup service is available
Return Service is not available

TOKYO TOWER (Admission fee included) : Enjoy a panorama of Tokyo from the observation platform

MEIJI SHRINE : The finest example of Japanese shrine architecture. Nestled in a peaceful, picturesque area.

AKASAKA GUEST HOUSE: Brief photo opportunity outside the Guest House Gate; entrance is prohibited. A magnificent Western-style palace in the Baroque architectural style.

NATIONAL DIET BUILDING (Drive by): See the imposing Japanese Capitol (the House of Parliament) dominated by a massive tower.

GINZA SHOPPING DISTRICT (Drive through): Stroll at Ginza area
* Tour disbands in Ginza Shopping District.

Message of Thanks from KNT, Kintetsu's Japan Office

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 17:03:54 +0000

Despite the recent devastating events in Japan, it appears their resilience and strong sense of community, combined with the foreign aid generously donated from many countries, have helped them recover quicker than expected. Although the challenges ahead remain vast, their strength and perseverance couldn't be more embodied than it is in the cherry blossom ("Sakura"), their national flower, which blooms every spring for two weeks. These natural disasters could not even stop the cherry blossoms from blooming, providing the nation with a symbol of hope.

Japan is Open for Safe Travel

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:38:16 +0000

Travel Safety Updates: Japan is Open for Safe Travel

New York City, New York – April 15, 2011: The first month after the most major earthquake in the northeastern Japan has been an important recovery time for Japan, despite that international media release floods of extensive coverage on post-catastrophe situation. Thanks to international relief supports and Japan’s resilience and hard-working effort enables the country to recover the infrastructure as well as commercial activities at a surprisingly fast pace.

Useful Information for Travel to Japan

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:14:36 +0000

We at Kintetsu International (KIE) are truly saddened by the devastating natural disasters that occurred on March 11, 2011, in northern Japan. We would also like to take this opportunity to send our sincere appreciation to those who have sent us their kind words and wishes for our colleagues. We offer our deepest condolences to those who have been affected by this tragedy.