Thoughtfulness permeates the arts, in calligraphy, at temples and in the stone lanterns of Kasuga Grand Shrine.
10. DRIVE THROUGH THE JAPANESE ALPS Drive through the breathtaking Alps of Japan to Fuji-Hakone National Park. Rice farms dominate the valleys, while lush forests blanket the mountains. In Matsumoto, at the foot of the 5-story Matsumoto Castle dating to the 16th century, you’ll stop for lunch. Continue to the Itchiku Kubota Museum to see exquisite kimonos dyed using the nearly lost art of tsujighana, a 300-year-old technique. The day ends in the hot springs town of Hakone. Meals BLD
11. FUJI-HAKONE NATIONAL PARK & TOKYO Take in views of Hakone’s scenic panorama including Lake Ashi below – and sometimes, weather permitting, glimpses of Mt. Fuji in the distance – as you travel over the mountains by gondola on the Hakone Ropeway. A fascinating setting for art follows on a visit to the Hakone Open-Air Museum, where sculptures – many by world-famous artists – have been thoughtfully juxtaposed against stunning views for intriguing emphasis. Meals BLD
12. TOKYO, PAST AND PRESENT
Guided city sightseeing includes the Edo Tokyo Museum, which reveals more about the historical heritage of Edo (Tokyo), Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise Shopping Arcade, one of the oldest shopping centers in Tokyo. Lunch at a local restaurant is followed by an exhilarating Taiko performance. Taiko means “drum,” and it’s an art form all to itself – rhythm, melody, and movement are woven together into a musical experience that will be long remembered. The rest of the day in Tokyo is free. Meals BL
13. A TASTE OF JAPANESE CULTURE Visit the Imperial Palace Plaza and Meiji Shrine – shoes off! See a live performance of traditional Shinto music and Kagura dance, then see how sushi is made at a culinary demonstration followed by lunch. Your trip ends at our farewell reception and banquet, featuring an artful calligraphy demonstration. Meals BLD
14. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Narita International Airport. Fly home anytime. An airport transfer is included from Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo to Narita Int’l Airport. Allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in. Meals B
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