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Tall Pines Japan 2025
Tall Pines School | Belinda Tait
EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006
Activities & Attractions
- Miraikan National Museum: Explore cutting-edge science and innovation exhibits.
- Tokyo Joypolis: Visit an indoor amusement park with virtual reality and arcade games.
- Kokugikan Sumo Stadium Museum: Learn about sumo wrestling history and culture.
- Tokyo Memorial Hall: Pay tribute to the Great Kanto Earthquake victims.
- Kyu-Yasuda Teien Garden: Stroll through a traditional Japanese garden.
- Sensoji Temple: Visit Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple and explore the historic Nakamise shopping street.
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum: Reflect on the impact of the atomic bomb and learn about Hiroshima’s history.
- Kendo Lesson at Numata High School: Participate in a traditional Japanese martial arts class.
- Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima): Explore this famous shrine, known for its “floating” torii gate.
- Himeji Castle: Tour Japan’s most iconic and well-preserved feudal castle.
- Kyoto International Manga Museum: Dive into Japan’s rich manga culture with interactive exhibits.
- Kinkakuji Temple: Marvel at the golden pavilion and beautiful surrounding gardens.
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: Walk through a scenic bamboo forest in Kyoto.
- Fushimi Inari Shrine: Hike through the famous red torii gates at this iconic shrine.
- Osaka Aquarium: Discover a wide variety of marine life, including whale sharks.
- Instant Ramen Museum: Learn about the history of instant ramen and create your own.
- Dotonbori Shopping Town: Explore a vibrant area known for shopping, street food, and neon lights.
- Nijo-jo Castle: Visit a historical castle with beautiful gardens, known for its Edo-period architecture.
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple: Tour one of Kyoto’s most celebrated temples with a stunning view of the city.
- Traditional Arts Performance in Gion: Watch a live performance showcasing traditional Japanese music and dance.
Trip Details
Accommodations
- Tokyo 6 nights: Tokyo Grand Hotel or similar economy class hotel
- Hiroshima 2 nights: economy class hotel
- Kyoto 4 nights: New Hankyu Hotel or similar economy class hotel
Meals
- Breakfast and dinner included daily
- Students will have some time to purchase lunches, snacks other meals as needed
Transportation
- Return Coach Airfare from Toronto to Japan
- Public transportation in Tokyo, Hiroshima and Kyoto
- Private Bus as necessary
- Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Additional Personnel
One English speaking tour guide / instructor throughout the tour
Exclusives
- Creative Trip programming and leadership activities
- Pre and Post Trip Curriculum
- Forever Green by Evolve Tours- Carbon Offset this whole trip (ask for details)
Insurance
- $186.84 – MANDATORY – Student Youth Inclusive Manulife Travel Insurance: Medical, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
Package Price is based on
- Prices subject to availability and change until contract signed
- Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
- Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated
- This quote expires Oct 30 2024
- Happy with what you see? Sign a 2-year contract with Evolve and pay the same rate for two years. Ask us for more information. *Based on same group size
Itinerary
Day 1:
Travel to Japan!
Morning: Board flight from Toronto to Tokyo.
Afternoon: In transit.
Evening: Arrive in Tokyo, meet your Evolve Tour Director, and board a private coach bus to the hotel. Check in and enjoy a welcome Bento Dinner at the hotel. Get some rest for tomorrow.
Day 2:
Tokyo
Morning: Take the subway to Odaiba area. Visit the Miraikan National Museum of Emerging Science & Innovation.
Afternoon: Lunch, followed by a visit to Tokyo Joypolis.
Evening: Explore Tsukishima area, and enjoy dinner at a Monjyayaki restaurant. Return to the hotel by subway.
Day 3:
Cultural Tokyo
Morning: Visit Kokugikan Sumo Stadium Museum and the Tokyo Memorial Hall. Explore Kyu-Yasuda Teien Garden.
Afternoon: Take the subway to Asakusa. Lunch, visit Sensoji Temple, and free time in Nakamise area.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in Sky Tree building, followed by a visit to Sky Tree. Return to the hotel.
Day 4:
Travel to Hiroshima
Morning: Breakfast, pack essentials for two days, and take the bullet train to Hiroshima.
Afternoon: Arrive in Hiroshima, visit the Peace Memorial Museum.
Evening: Check in at the hotel and enjoy a group dinner.
Day 5:
Hiroshima & Miyajima
Morning: Breakfast, meet for a Kendo lesson at Numata High School.
Afternoon: Lunch at Miyajima service area, ferry ride to Miyajima, visit Itsukushima Shrine.
Evening: Return to Hiroshima, dinner and evening exploration.
Day 6:
Himeji Castle & Kyoto
Morning: Breakfast, take a train to Himeji. Visit Himeji Castle with a guide.
Afternoon: Lunch, head to Kyoto by train. Check in and visit the Kyoto International Manga Museum.
Evening: Group dinner in Kyoto.
Day 7:
Kyoto Temples & Arashiyama
Morning: Visit Kinkakuji Temple, then head to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove for lunch and exploration.
Afternoon: Enjoy matcha time, then visit Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Evening: Dinner at a local food court and return to the hotel.
Day 8:
Osaka Day Trip
Morning: Travel to Osaka, visit Osaka Aquarium.
Afternoon: Lunch, visit the Instant Ramen Museum, and explore Dotonbori Shopping Town.
Evening: Dinner at an Okonomiyaki restaurant, return to Kyoto.
Day 9:
Kyoto & Traditional Arts
Morning: Visit Nijo-jo Castle, explore Nishiki food market for lunch.
Afternoon: Rest at the hotel, then visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Evening: Watch a traditional Japanese arts performance in Gion and enjoy a group dinner.
Day 10:
Departure
Morning: Breakfast, private coach transfer to the airport.
Afternoon/Evening: Flight home from Tokyo.
