Japan
Ages 40s+
Heritage
Japan: History, Culture, and the Jewish Connection
Overview
Japan is often seen as a world apart — geographically distant and culturally distinct — yet its connection to Jewish history is both profound and unexpected. This journey combines all the highlights of the Land of the Rising Sun – Tokyo, Kyoto, Kobe, Hiroshima, Mt. Fuji and so much more – with a unique look at the remarkable history of the Jews in Japan. Plus, we offer a chance to interact with the present-day Jewish communities there. This is an opportunity not to be missed!
Included
- 3 nights at Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Premier, Tokyo
- 4 nights at ANA Crowne Plaza, Kobe
- 3 nights at Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen Sora Niwa Terrace, Kyoto
- 2 nights at Takayama Green Hotel – Japanese style room, Takayama
- 1 night at Hotel Chinzanso, Tokyo
- Breakfast daily
- 4 Lunches, including lunch in Kobe & Okonomiyaki lunch in Hiroshima
- 8 Dinners, including welcome dinner in Tokyo & 2 shabbat dinners – Tokyo & Kyoto
- All touring and sightseeing per an agreed upon itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Professional Ayelet Tour Director throughout
- Shinkansen train and motorcoach transportation as outlined on itinerary throughout
- JR Ferry Hiroshima-Miyajima-Hiroshima
- JR Thunderbird (bullet train) reserved tickets Kyoto-Tsuruga-Kyoto
- Airport transfers included if arriving/departing with the main group
- Separate transfer of luggage between hotels excluding Kyoto-Takayama
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- Kobe and Yaotsu Jewish heritage touring and community interactions
- Hakone and Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway tours
- Lake Ashi scenic cruise
- Day excursion to Hiroshima
- Sake brewery tour and tasting
- Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
- Onsen hot springs experience
- Performing arts program in Kyoto
- Porterage
- Bottled water provided complimentary on the bus (within reason)
Not Included
- Roundtrip airfare, departure taxes and fuel surcharges
- Border taxes or visa fees
- Gratuities to guide, driver and service personnel ($25 per person, per day; pre-collected)
- Meals not listed above
- Any items of a personal nature
- Travel insurance (group policy available)
- Electronic travel authorization (ETA) is required for many destinations now, including Israel and shortly Europe as well. It is the traveler’s responsibility to comply with these requirements