Seasonal Scenery: Hirosaki Castle Park, Lake Towada, Morioka Castle Ruin Park, Dakigaeri Gorge, Old Samurai Residence "Aoyagike" and Kakunodate Town, Ouchijuku Village, Geibi Gorge, To-no-Hetsuri Crags
Unique experiences: Tsugaru Shamisen Live Performance (10min), Cheese Making Experience, Apple Picking Experience, Akabeko Painting Experience
Sightseeing & Shopping Experiences: Neputamura Museum, Toshogu Shrine, Sano Premium Outlets, Miyagi Zao Fox Village
Hotel: Rockwood Hotel & Spa (GRP 1 & 2) / Hotel Appleland (GRP 3) or similar / Western room
Meal: Meal on Board / - / D
Upon arrival at Aomori Airport, transfer to Neputa Mura Museum(ねぷた村), where you will be introduced to Aomori’s unique culture, traditional crafts and local cuisine. Enjoy a short Tsugaru
Shamisen(津軽三味線) live performance, showcasing the powerful and dynamic rhythms of this traditional musical art. Next, visit Hirosaki Castle Park(弘前城公園), one of Japan’s most famous autumn foliage spots. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the park, where vibrant red and golden leaves beautifully frame the historic castle grounds. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Western Course/Buffet].
Day 3 Aomori – Towada – Morioka 青森 - 十和田 - 盛岡
Hotel: Hotel Metropolitan New Wing or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, head to a local orchard for a seasonal Apple Picking Experience. Thereafter, proceed to Lake Towada (十和田湖), renowned for its breathtaking autumn scenery, where golden beech trees and fiery red maple leaves reflect beautifully against the tranquil lake waters. After lunch [Steamed Chicken Wappameshi Set] at a local restaurant, transfer to Morioka and visit Morioka Castle Ruin Park (盛岡城), a serene historical park with over 300 trees that transform into rich autumn hues. At the end of the day, enjoy dinner [Morioka Soba Noodle Set] at a local restaurant before transferring to the hotel for check-in.
After breakfast, visit Dakigaeri Gorge(抱返り渓谷)🍁, a scenic ravine famed for its crystal-clear blue-green stream and untouched primeval forest, especially stunning during autumn. After lunch [Kiritanpo Hotpot Set] at a local restaurant, travel to Old Samurai Residence “Aoyagike” (角館町武家屋敷通り), a well-preserved example of samurai-era architecture. Thereafter, enjoy a stroll through Kakunodate Town, often referred to as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku”. Finally, transfer to Hanamaki Onsen for hotel check-in and dinner [Japanese Set].
Hotel: Hotel Hananoyu or similar / Japanese or Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, transfer to Geibi Gorge(猊鼻渓)🍁, a scenic river gorge known for its dramatic limestone cliffs and autumn foliage. After lunch [Sendai Beef Tongue Set] at a local restaurant, enjoy a hands-on Cheese Making Experience at Zao Heartland(蔵王ハートランド).
[GRP 1 & 2]
Afterwards, visit Miyagi Zao Fox Village(宮城蔵王キツネ村), home to dozens of free-roaming foxes in a natural mountain setting. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Japanese Set].
[GRP 3]
Afterwards, visit Michi-no-Eki Adachi(道の駅 安達), a local roadside station offering regional specialties and souvenirs. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Japanese Set].
Hotel: Grand Mercure Nasu Kogen Resort and Spa or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
This morning, participate in an Akabeko Painting Experience, creating your own version of Aizu’s iconic red cow folk craft. After lunch [Wappameshi and Grilled Pork Set] at a local restaurant, visit Ouchijuku(大内宿), a beautifully preserved thatched-roof village that once served as a post town during the Edo period. Thereafter, continue to To-no-Hetsuri(塔のへつり), a natural rock formation carved by the river over thousands of years. Finally, transfer to Nasu for hotel check-in and dinner [Buffet].
Day 7 Nasu – Nikko – Sano – Tokyo 那須 - 日光 - 佐野 - 東京
Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel or similar / Western room
Meal: B / - / -
After breakfast, head to Toshogu Shrine(日光東照宮), Nikko’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its richly decorated buildings and intricate carvings. Thereafter, transfer to Sano Premium Outlets(佐野プレミアムアウトレット) for shopping, featuring a wide selection of international and Japanese brands. Lunch will be at your own expense here. Finally, transfer to Tokyo for hotel check-in and enjoy free time at leisure. Dinner will be under your own arrangement.
Day 8 Tokyo – Singapore 東京 - 新加坡
Meal: B / - / -
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After breakfast, free at your own leisure until departure.
Bid farewell to Japan today as we depart for Singapore. We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to helping you create your next perfect moments, always!
Day 9 Singapore 新加坡
Arrive Singapore
*All the photos are for illustration purposes only
*The itinerary is subject to change due to weather condition
*Meals indicated are for reference only and are subject to change
*Flight schedule is subject to change
*Autumn Leaves viewing locations are dependent on weather conditions
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