Travel with Jason James OBE, the Director General of the Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation, on a tour through Japan’s long history.
The itinerary follows Japanese history from the earliest historical records and continues via the shoguns, the arrival of the black ships, the Meiji Restoration and the opening of Japan, to the modern day.
The tour includes a range of specialist visits and experiences in Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Hakone, the Izu Peninsula and Tokyo, which are illustrated by short talks throughout the tour.
Options include visiting a traditional onsen and walking the Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto.
Travel through Japan and learn about the country's history, from the earliest historical records, continuing via the shoguns, the arrival of the black ships, the Meiji Restoration and the opening of Japan, to the modern day.
Hear from Jason James OBE on the history of Japan, throughout the tour.
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Travel up Mount Koya to visit Okunoin Temple, one of the most sacred places in Japan.
At the site of the Battle of Sekigahara and Inuyama Castle, learn of the Shoguns and of Japanese unification.
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Some walking between destinations, more time spent standing, and increased travel distances. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.
We like charm, comfort, convenience in location, and of course, excellence in service. All hotels on this tour will be centrally located medium-grade hotels.
If you have some questions about this particular tour, you can contact the Jon Baines Tours team by phone or email.
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