2026 Cherry Blossoms Sea of Japan, Sado Island, Takayama Festival & Hiroshima

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

Onsen hot spring experiences with seasonal Kaiseki Dinners! New and improved itinerary!

• 12 Nights / 14 Days
• 28 Meals (12 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners)
• Escorted from Honolulu
• Includes an English-Speaking Local Guide

TOUR DATE & MANAGER:

April 08 – 21, 2026
Tour Manager: Cora Kinney

OVERVIEW:

One of Japan’s largest islands, Sado Island has an interesting history. Its culture can be seen in its unique traditional arts and entertainment. The Takayama Festival is rated as one of Japan’s three most beautiful festivals alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and the Chichibu Yomatsuri. It is held twice a year in spring and autumn in the old town of Takayama, and attracts large numbers of spectators. From delightful onsen hot springs to specially prepared Kaiseki Dinners, this tour has something for everyone! Join us!

VISIT:

Omiya, Niigata, Sado Island, Nagano, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawago, Kanazawa, Tojinbo, Awara, Amanohashidate, Kinosaki, Tottori, Tamatsukuri, Izumo, Matsue & Hiroshima

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

JR Super Express Train Ride, Niigata Furusato Village, Jet Foil Ride to Sado Island, Japanese Crested Ibis Conservation Centre, Oni-Daiko (Demon Drums) Performance, Kirariumu Sado, Sado Gold Mine, Kitazawa Flotation Field, Obata Sake Brewery, Tarai-bune Boat Ride, Shukunegi, Jet Foil Ride to Niigata, Northern Culture Museum, Tsubame Sanjo Knife Factory, Jigokudani Monkey Park (for Snow Monkeys), Zenko-Ji Temple, Daio Wasabi Nojo, Takayama Morning Market, Takayama Festival, Old Town and Sannomachi Street, Shirakawago, Hashi Chaya District, Kenrokuen Garden, Eiheiji Temple, Tojinbo Cliff, Amanohashidate Ropeway (Cable Car), Tottori Sand Dune, AEON MALL, Izumo-Taisha, Goen Yokocho, Matsue Castle, Adachi Museum of Art, Peace Memorial Park, Peace Memorial Museum, A-Bomb Dome, Children’s Memorial & AEON MALL

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCES:

Soba Noodle Making & Gold Leaf Application

UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES:

Shirakawago & A-Bomb Dome