Japan: Cutting edge Tokyo to tropical Okinawa

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Day 1-4 Tokyo

Experience the buzz that characterises the Japanese capital, where flashing neon and dazzling skyscrapers light up your visit. From the free hugs of Harajuku to the electronics of Akihabara, each district has its own story to tell.

Park Hyatt Tokyo

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Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo

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Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo

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Day 6-8 Kyoto

Absorb Japan’s history in the ancient heart of its former capital Kyoto. In Gion, watch as maiko and geisha scurry off to their clients clad in traditional kimono, their faces painted white and their feet clad in geta. This city’s wooden ryokans and elaborate temples will leave a lasting impression.

The Thousand Kyoto

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Yuzuya Ryokan

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Westin Miyako

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Day 9-11 Osaka

Busy Osaka is one of Japan’s best shopping destinations. Its nightlife and entertainment are world-class. Head to Universal Studios for a truly Japanese take on an American institution. Get your history fix with a visit to the moated Osaka Castle.

Day 12-14 Okinawa

Walk around subtropical Okinawa and it’s hard to imagine you’re in the same country as Tokyo, a natural wonderland of beaches far removed from the bustle and noise of the city. , Explore its delightful Botanical Gardens, which have hundreds of species of palms, exotic flowers and fruit trees, not to mention a Polynesian Lake.

Halekulani Okinawa

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Day 12-14 Okinawa

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