2025 New Years in Japan – Grand Miyajima, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Nara & Osaka with Fukubukuro Shopping

2025 New Years in Japan – Grand Miyajima, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Nara & Osaka with Fukubukuro Shopping

The Japanese title for New Year is Shogatsu, and it has always been one of the liveliest times of the year in this amazing nation. A popular tradition in Japan is referred to as “hatsumode,” which is when the locals visit local temples or shrines for the first time in the new year. In addition, many sales happen right around the new year period, and it’s common for these to be done in the “fukubukuro” or “lucky bag” format.

Enjoy your choice of Japan Airlines’ “Economy,” “Premium Economy,” or the affordable luxury of “Business” class service. Premium Economy and Business class customers will begin their journey with a relaxing visit to JAL’s “Sakura Lounge” and the brand new “Sakura Lounge – Hale” for Business class.

• 9 Nights / 11 Days
• 18 Meals (9 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners)
• Escorted from Honolulu
• Includes English-Speaking Local Guide

TOUR DATE & MANAGER:

December 28, 2024 – January 7, 2025 • Tour Manager: Bryan Wauke

VISIT:

Kansai • Nara • Arashiyama • Kyoto • Himeji • Kurashiki • Okayama • Hiroshima • Miyajima • Osaka

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Todaiji Temple • Nara Park • Fushimi Inari Shrine • Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony • Rickshaw Ride • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest • Heian Jingu Shrine • Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) • Himeji Castle • Kurashiki Bikan Area • Peace Memorial Park • A-Bomb Museum • A-Bomb Dome • Children’s Memorial • Peace Bell • Ferry Ride to Miyajima • Miyajima Ropeway • Itsukushima Shrine • Momiji Manju Making • Orizuru Tower • JR Super Express Train Ride

SHOPPING HIGHLIGHTS:

AEON MALL • Omotesando Street • Kuromon Ichiba Market • Dotonbori • Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade

NEW YEARS HIGHLIGHTS:

Hatsumode at Kiyomizu Temple • New Year’s Buffet Dinner