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9-Day Beyond the Shrines Post-Tour: Mt. Fuji, Hiroshima, Kyoto & Nara

A balanced first look at Japan: landscape, heritage, spirituality and city life.

  • Dates13–21 Sep 2027
  • Duration9 days · 8 nights

About this trip

This extension brings together the places that shape Japan’s image abroad: the grandeur of Mt. Fuji and Hakone, the history of Hiroshima and Miyajima, the cultural depth of Kyoto and Nara, and the energy of Osaka.

For agencies, it is a route with broad appeal, for first-time visitors, cultural and incentive groups, senior travellers and premium small groups. Travelling it yourself shows realistic travel times, sightseeing flow and the selling points of Japan’s most requested regions. Guided sightseeing, private coach, Shinkansen, a ryokan night and Halal-friendly meals are included.

Your routeTokyo · Mt. Fuji · Hakone · Hiroshima · Miyajima · Osaka · Kyoto · Nara
  1. Arrive atNarita International Airport (NRT)
  2. Tokyo
    4 nights
  3. Mt. Fuji
    Visit
  4. Hakone
    1 nights
  5. Hiroshima
    1 nights
  6. Miyajima
    Visit
  7. Osaka
    2 nights
  8. Kyoto
    Visit
  9. Nara
    Visit
  10. Fly home fromKansai International Airport (KIX)
Part of The International Tourism Summit – Asia: Conference & B2B Networking, Tokyo 2027 Includes the full fair programme on the first days.
  • Summit & B2B in TokyoThe full summit programme comes first: conference, B2B meetings, city tours and the farewell party.
  • Mt. Fuji & HakoneMt. Fuji 5th Station, Owakudani, a Lake Ashi cruise and a night at a ryokan.
  • Hiroshima & MiyajimaPeace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome and the floating torii of Itsukushima.
  • Kyoto & NaraFushimi Inari, the Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama, Todaiji and Nara Deer Park.

Day-by-day itinerary

Days marked "Fair programme" are shared with all hosted buyers of the event.

  1. 1 Day 1 · Mon 13 Sep Fair programme Arrival in Tokyo

    Welcome to Japan! Our team meets you at Narita International Airport and transfers you to your 4-star hotel in Tokyo. In the evening, all hosted buyers come together for a welcome dinner of international and Japanese cuisine. Overnight in Tokyo.

    Overnight in Tokyo

  2. 2 Day 2 · Tue 14 Sep Fair programme Conference & B2B networking

    The summit day: opening ceremony, ITSAJ Conference 2027 sessions and your pre-scheduled B2B meetings, with a working lunch. In the evening, the gala dinner with DJ performance and entertainment. Overnight in Tokyo.

    • Breakfast
    • Registration
    • Opening ceremony
    • Lunch break
    • ITSAJ Conference 2027 & B2B networking
    • Coffee break
    • B2B networking
    • Gala dinner

    Overnight in Tokyo

  3. 3 Day 3 · Wed 15 Sep Fair programme Tokyo city tour

    A full day discovering Tokyo with professional guides, from its historic temples to its neon-lit streets, with lunch at a local restaurant. The evening is free to enjoy the hotel; dinner is included. Overnight in Tokyo.

    • Pick-up for the city tour
    • Tokyo city tour
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Sightseeing continues
    • Transfer back to the hotel

    Overnight in Tokyo

  4. 4 Day 4 · Thu 16 Sep Fair programme Yokohama harbour & farewell party

    A guided day in Yokohama, with its cosmopolitan bay and historic port, and lunch at a local restaurant. Back in Tokyo, the farewell dinner party closes the summit with a Pink & White dress code. Overnight in Tokyo.

    • Departure for Yokohama Harbour
    • Harbour sights
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • More of the harbour
    • Transfer back to the hotel
    • Farewell dinner party

    Dress code for the farewell party: pink and white.

    Overnight in Tokyo

  5. 5 Day 5 · Fri 17 Sep Tokyo – Mt. Fuji – Hakone

    After check-out, meet your guide and private coach and drive to Mt. Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting). Continue to the volcanic valley of Owakudani by ropeway and cruise on Lake Ashi, with lunch on the way. Check in at a Japanese-style ryokan, enjoy the onsen and a traditional Japanese dinner. Overnight in Hakone.

    Overnight in Hakone

  6. 6 Day 6 · Sat 18 Sep Hakone – Hiroshima by Shinkansen

    After breakfast, transfer to Mishima Station and take the Shinkansen to Hiroshima via Shin-Osaka, with an ekiben station bento or lunch on the way. Check in at your hotel in Hiroshima. Dinner at a Turkish restaurant. Overnight in Hiroshima.

    Overnight in Hiroshima

  7. 7 Day 7 · Sun 19 Sep Hiroshima & Miyajima – Osaka

    Visit Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, then take the ferry to Miyajima Island for Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate. After lunch, take the Shinkansen from Hiroshima to Shin-Osaka. Dinner at an Indian restaurant. Overnight in Osaka.

    Overnight in Osaka

  8. 8 Day 8 · Mon 20 Sep Kyoto & Nara

    A day in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion) and the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. After lunch, continue to Nara for Todaiji Temple and Nara Deer Park. Back in Osaka for dinner. Overnight in Osaka.

    Overnight in Osaka

  9. 9 Day 9 · Tue 21 Sep Departure from Osaka

    After breakfast and check-out, transfer by private coach to Kansai International Airport for your onward flight.

Where you stay

Hotel names are confirmed to approved participants and may be replaced by similar hotels.

Tokyo4 nights
4-star hotel in Tokyo ★★★★
Hakone1 nights
Japanese-style ryokan with onsen

What's included

Included

  • Arrival transfer from Narita International Airport
  • 4 nights at a 4-star hotel in Tokyo
  • Welcome dinner, gala dinner with DJ and entertainment, and farewell dinner party
  • Conference and B2B meeting badges
  • Guided Tokyo city tour and Yokohama harbour tour
  • 1 night at a ryokan with onsen in Hakone, 1 night in Hiroshima and 2 nights in Osaka
  • 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 8 dinners
  • Shinkansen Mishima – Hiroshima and Hiroshima – Shin-Osaka
  • Private coach and an English-speaking guide
  • Lake Ashi cruise, Owakudani ropeway and the ferry to Miyajima
  • Sightseeing in Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Kyoto and Nara as per the itinerary
  • Departure transfer to Kansai International Airport

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance (all types)
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, laundry and telephone charges
  • Any services not listed as included

Good to know

  • Send your flight detailsFlight tickets must be submitted at least 3 weeks before the event; otherwise the complimentary airport transfers are not provided.
  • Halal-friendly mealsHalal and vegetarian options are arranged at the meals of the tour.
  • Weather-dependent visitsMountain, ropeway and lake visits depend on weather and operating conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply as a hosted buyer?

Tour operators, travel agencies, MICE professionals and tourism decision-makers. We select hosted buyers by professional experience, purchasing potential and interest in the destinations represented.

Are flights included?

International flights are not included. Please send us your flight tickets at least 3 weeks before the event so we can arrange your airport transfers; without them the complimentary transfers are not provided.

How do the B2B meetings work?

Registered participants review company profiles and request meetings in our online pre-appointment system. At the summit, hosted buyers visit exhibitors at their tables or stands according to their schedule, and there is time for unscheduled meetings too.

Can I extend my trip?

Yes. Three FAM tours include the full summit programme and continue across Japan: Hokkaido & Hakone (9 days), Mt. Fuji to Kyoto via Hiroshima (9 days), and the Japan Alps & Kanazawa (10 days). You choose one instead of the main programme.

Is there a dress code?

Only for the farewell dinner party on 16 September: pink and white.

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