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Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food

11 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
4.4
20 traveler reviews
Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food - G Adventures
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Max group size:
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Age range:
18 to 39
Operated in:
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Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Explore Tokyo's vibrant nightlife
  • Ride the bullet train to Takayama
  • Soak in a traditional Japanese onsen
  • Visit the iconic floating torii gate
  • Experience Osaka's famous street food

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tokyo
  2. Day 2 Tokyo
  3. Day 3 Tokyo/Takayama
  4. Day 4 Takayama/Kyoto
  5. Day 5 Kyoto
  6. Day 6 Kyoto
  7. Day 7 Kyoto/Hiroshima
  8. Day 8 Hiroshima
  9. Day 9 Hiroshima/Osaka
  10. Day 10 Osaka
  11. Day 11 Osaka
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

755

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12 to 90 years old

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.6
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  • Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food reviewer 1
    · May 23rd, 2023
    Japan was so fun! A looooooot of free time so do you researches about what to do and visit in every city. Would have love more ''organised'' activities (like a dinner every night with the group,...). Compared to other G Adventures tour I did in the past, I felt that this group was less stick together since there was only a few group activities.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Alexandra, Thanks for the constructive feedback; I really appreciate it.
    Trip date: March 2023
  • Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food reviewer 2
    · April 6th, 2023
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ / ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was awesome. Be had the right amount of free time and guidance. Our CEO was the best one I've ever could expect, she went to the top and 500 extra miles. I will definitely recommend it.
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Thomas, Love this! Thanks for the great feedback.
    Trip date: March 2023
  • Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food reviewer 3
    · February 12th, 2023
    Overall, I had a great time on this trip. Make sure you're prepared with a few ideas of what you want to eat and what to visit at each stop. The tour was good, but we occasionally spent too much or too little time in some areas. (I recommend spending a long time at Fushimi Inari and maybe like an hour at most for Kinkakuji.) Communication was a little lacking from our guide at times, but he did a good job of getting us from one location to the other. Would recommend to others.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Marshall, Thank you for taking the time to send through your feedback; we really appreciate it!
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • S
    · September 2nd, 2022
    Booked Japan tour for my pregnant partner and I as a baby moon. Was told at time of booking that deposits were refundable if tour did not go ahead due to COVID restrictions. Was informed a few weeks ago that rules in Japan hadn’t changed but GAdventures has decided to heavily modify the tour so it could go ahead. We did not want to go ahead with this heavily modified tour so we requested refund of our deposits as previously discussed. Today we were told we wouldn’t be getting our deposits back despite the tour we originally signed up for not going ahead. I have now had to lodge a complaint with Australian Consumer Protection. Feel like we got scammed, avoid avoid avoid.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Steven, Thank you for your feedback; I really appreciate it. Please allow me to raise your concerns with our sales management team.
    Trip date: June 2022
  • Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food reviewer 5
    · December 25th, 2019
    My tour guide and group was awesome! My only issue was the itinerary not being very clear before meeting up with the tour.
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    Trip date: December 2019
  • PL
    · December 25th, 2019
    Fantastic tour which was incredibly insightful and fun!
    Trip date: December 2019
  • AP
    · April 15th, 2019
    The itinerary needed to be more detailed, there was a lot up in the air as to what was happening each day. There wasn’t the greatest communication between the guide and the group, as to where we were meeting and such. The places we stayed were a great mix of different style of hostel and were close to most areas in the city with a few exceptions.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Appreciate the review, thanks Alexandra.
    Trip date: February 2019
  • M
    · March 19th, 2019
    Tour was great in many respects - some of the accommodation, for example, was excellent, and the use of the bullet trains was a fab experience. As others have said, there was perhaps too much free time - at times, I felt unprepared. Having said this, our great guide, Akiko, would often help us work out what to do/where to visit.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for the honest review Madison.
    Trip date: February 2019
  • Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food reviewer 9
    · January 17th, 2019
    I loved the tour and Machiko made it all that much better - she was so helpful and I'll never forget Snoopy-san! We had enough free time to do what we wanted and were encouraged to try things that were not the usual such as little bars and restaurants tucked away up stairs or down alleys. Some of the best nights were had in those places! I tried so many different types of food that we just don't eat in New Zealand which was quite the experience.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Amazing! Thanks for the review!
    Trip date: January 2019
  • L
    · December 23rd, 2018
    Amazing trip with a fantastic tour guide. Our guide, Mack, went above and beyond to provide an amazing experience in Japan. Easily, the best tour I've done with G Adventures!
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Wonderful! Thank you for the review!
    Trip date: December 2018

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Why is there an age limit on the tour?

      The age limit ensures the tour experience is appropriate for a younger demographic group, maintaining energy and interests.

    • Are there any guided activities?

      Yes, the tour offers guided activities such as orientation walks and designated nights out, fostering group bonds and enhanced experiences.

    • What is the typical group size for the tour?

      The group can vary but typically involves sharing rooms with 4-6 people of the same sex.

    • Can I book additional services like airport transfers?

      Yes, additional services such as pre/post-nights stays, airport transfers, etc., can be requested and are quoted separately.

    • How are accommodations managed?

      Accommodations include multi-share arrangements at hostels and traditional inns, designed for close group interaction.

    • What extra fees should travelers anticipate?

      There are fees for luggage that exceeds the specified dimensions for trains and any personal expenditures, including meals.

    • What are the visa and entry requirements for the tour?

      Visas and entry requirements are the responsibility of the traveler. It's essential to ensure all necessary documents for entry/exit are prepared.

    • What types of activities are included in the tour?

      The tour includes various activities such as karaoke in Kyoto, nightlife in Osaka, and orientation walks in Tokyo and Takayama.

    • What should travelers pack for the tour?

      Due to train travel in Japan, it is advisable to pack lightly, ideally with luggage that fits carry-on standards, and bring a day pack for daily essentials.

    • Is tattoo acceptance a concern at onsens in Japan?

      Tattoos are not widely accepted in public onsens or spas in Japan; tourists with tattoos may not be permitted entry.

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