Japan is a patchwork of tradition, ultra-modern convenience and natural beauty, threaded together into a dynamic society populated by some of the warmest people on the planet.
And joining an organised tour to the Land of the Rising Sun is definitely a great idea for those that want to get under the skin of a nation that blends tradition, nature and urban convenience into its own unique rendition of Asia.
Wendy Wu Tours run a number of unique tours in Japan that look beyond the iconic sights, taking guests to parts of the country and through experiences that are not only more authentic, but more memorable. Which isn’t surprising at all, given that Wendy Wu Tours are the experts in Asia, and know Japan like a samurai knows his sword!
Here are three tours run by Wendy Wu Tours that each contain something of the unique and authentic side of Japan.
1. Experience the old & new on the Trails of Japan
Centered around the theme of Japan’s undeniable contrasts, the Trails of Japan itinerary allows guests to glean an appreciation of where Japan has come from and where it’s projected to go.
For example, guests on the Trails of Japan can take a Taiko drumming class, explore Himeji Castle and its unique architecture, and learn how traditional sake is made at a brewery, whilst also experiencing what it’s like to ride the shinkansen (bullet train) and dine at a Robot Restaurant in Tokyo.
2. Refined culture and elegance on Imperial Japan
Japan’s isolation for centuries created an environment free of outside influence, helping the Japanese create traditions that simply don’t exist elsewhere.
Guests on the Imperial Japan tour get to experience the refined elegance of Japanese tradition first-hand, including workshops on the martial art of Kendo, a class on Zen meditation, and a sushi making class, whilst also appreciating Japanese arts – such as a tea ceremony and a Maiko performance – as a spectator.
Some departures for the Imperial Japan tour also coincide with Sumo Tournaments – another unique Japanese tradition.
3. Go north on Sapporo & Snow Monkeys
Japanese Snow Monkeys are the cheeky face of the Japanese Alps, and guests travelling on the Sapporo & Snow Monkeys tour will be able to get up close and personal with these mischievous creatures before enjoying the Sapporo Snow Festival – the world’s largest snow and ice festival – and the dazzling Otaru Snow & Light Festival.
This tour takes guests to Japan’s less visited north, to a landscape that looks more like Siberia than Japan, whilst still giving them that quintessential experience of soaking in a tradition onsen (natural hot spring).
So yep, there’s definitely more than one way to “do” Japan, and leave it to Wendy Wu Tours to do it in the most authentic, and memorable way!
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