<Winter> Winter Light Up & Gourmet Indulgence in Central Japan 9D6N

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Hotel: Asakusa View Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: Meal on Board / L / D

Upon arrival at Haneda Airport, enjoy lunch [Japanese Set with Steak] at a local restaurant before visiting Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum (江戸東京たてもの園). This open-air museum preserves and showcases historic Japanese buildings relocated from across Tokyo, offering a fascinating glimpse into daily life from the Edo period through the mid-Showa era. In the evening, embark on a memorable Symphony Dinner Cruise, where you can savour a delicious dinner while admiring the glittering skyline and iconic waterfront landmarks. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Hotel: Rako Hananoi Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, enjoy a delightful Strawberry Picking Experience, where you can harvest and savour fresh seasonal strawberries. After lunch [Houtou Hot Pot Set] at a local restaurant, visit Misogi Shrine (身曾岐神社), a tranquil shrine dedicated to the ancient purification ritual of Misogi, a traditional practice rooted in Japan's indigenous beliefs that symbolises the cleansing of both body and spirit. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Japanese Kaiseki].

Hotel: Tokyu Stay Hida Takayama Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Matsumoto Castle (松本城), one of Japan's oldest original castles and a National Treasure. Nicknamed the "Crow Castle" for its striking black exterior, this impressive fortress dates back to the late 16th century. Continue to a local Miso Brewery, where you will learn about the traditional fermentation process before enjoying lunch [Japanese Set using Miso]. Afterwards, make a photo stop at Hirayu Onsen (平湯温泉), a charming mountain hot spring town surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Northern Japan Alps. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Japanese and Western Half-Buffet Style].

Hotel: Tokyu Stay Hida Takayama Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Miyagawa Morning Market (宮川朝市), one of Japan's three most famous morning markets, where local vendors sell fresh produce, regional delicacies and handcrafted souvenirs along the picturesque Miyagawa River. Continue to Takayama Jinya (高山陣屋), the only surviving Edo-period government office in Japan, offering insight into the administration of the Tokugawa Shogunate. After lunch [Takayama's Traditional Magnolia Leaf Grill] at a local restaurant, visit Kusakabe Traditional House (日下部民藝館), a beautifully preserved merchant house designated as an Important Cultural Property, renowned for its magnificent timber architecture and traditional craftsmanship. In the evening, enjoy the enchanting Hida no Sato Winter Light-Up Event (飛騨の里冬のライトアップ), where snow-covered gassho-style farmhouses are beautifully illuminated, creating a magical winter atmosphere. Return to the hotel for dinner [Japanese and Western Half-Buffet Style].

Hotel: Yamagata-ya or similar / Japanese Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Myozenji Temple (明善寺), renowned for its rare thatched-roof main hall and gassho-zukuri monk's residence, reflecting the unique architectural heritage of Shirakawa-go. Continue to Wada House (和田家), the largest and oldest surviving gassho-zukuri farmhouse in the village and an important symbol of traditional rural life. After lunch [Local Grilled Chicken with Miso] at a local restaurant, visit Gassho-zukuri Minkaen Outdoor Museum (野外博物館合掌造り民家園), an open-air museum established to preserve historic gassho-style houses relocated from across the region. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Japanese Kaiseki] before visiting the Gero Onsen Gassho Village Winter Light-Up Event (下呂温泉合掌村冬ライトアップイベント), where the beautifully illuminated traditional farmhouses create a magical evening scenery available only during the winter season.

Hotel: Nikko Style Nagoya or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Gujo Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城), a picturesque mountaintop castle renowned as Japan's oldest reconstructed wooden castle, offering panoramic views over the historic castle town below. Continue to Jionzenji Temple (慈恩禅寺), the family temple of the former Gujo feudal lords, where peaceful gardens and historic mausoleums reflect the region's rich heritage. After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a hands-on Washi Making Experience, learning the traditional techniques behind Japan's renowned handmade paper. Afterwards, visit the Mino Washi Paper Lantern Art Museum (美濃和紙あかりアート館), where exquisite illuminated lanterns crafted from Mino washi paper showcase over 1,300 years of local papermaking tradition. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before transferring to the hotel for check-in.

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast, visit the spectacular Nabana no Sato Winter Illumination (なばなの里イルミネーション), one of Japan's largest and most impressive light displays, featuring millions of LED lights, a breathtaking 200-metre tunnel of lights and stunning seasonal themed installations. Afterwards, enjoy free time at your own leisure until departure. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement.

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Bid farewell to Japan as we proceed to the airport and take the flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to helping you create your next perfect moments, always!

Arrive in 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