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Ceramics, Sushi and Sightseeing!
Tamalpais High School - The Art of Japan
April 6th - Travel to Japan
April 6th - Travel to Japan
April 6th - Travel to Japan
Travel to Japan. With the time change, you'll arrive tomorrow, Japan time.
April 7th - Tokyo
April 6th - Travel to Japan
April 6th - Travel to Japan
Arrive in Tokyo, Japan. Cherry blossoms - sakura will be in bloom! We'll go to the hotel, have a group dinner, and rest up for a busy tour!
April 8th - Tokyo
April 6th - Travel to Japan
April 8th - Tokyo
We'll have a blast in Tokyo today. First, we'll visit TeamLab Borderless, a digital art museum, then we'll go to the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno Park.
April 9th - Tokyo
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
April 8th - Tokyo
Today we'll go to see the Mori Art Museum and the National Art Center in the Tokyo neighborhood of Roppongi.
April 10th - Tokyo
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
In Tokyo, we'll go to the Hokusai Museum, then to MOMAT, Museum of Modern Art in Chiyoda Park. Travel to Utsunomiya tonight.
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
April 11th - Utsunomiya/Nikko
We'll take a day trip to Nikko today and walk around the most extraordinary temples and shrines that are unbelievable!
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
Day-trip to Mashiko today, where we'll do a super fun indigo dyeing workshop. Afterwards, we'll tour Mashiko and learn about Shoji Hamada, a famous potter.
April 13th - Kyoto
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
Kyoto is an amazing city with gorgeous temples and so much to see! Today, we'll go to the Nishiki Market and do a fun woodblock workshop.
April 14th - Kyoto/Shigaraki
April 12th - Utsunomiya/ Mashiko
April 14th - Kyoto/Shigaraki
We'll take a day trip to Shigaraki pottery town and visit pottery studios, meet potters, and visit the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park.
April 15th - Kyoto
April 17th - Travel Home
April 14th - Kyoto/Shigaraki
Today we'll go to the beautiful Kiyomizu-dera temple Then we'll do a fun hands-on art workshop.
April 16th - Kyoto/Nara
April 17th - Travel Home
April 17th - Travel Home
Today we'll take a train to Nara, visit the Todai-ji temple and see this Buddha, and many other gorgeous, historic places.
April 17th - Travel Home
April 17th - Travel Home
April 17th - Travel Home
With the time change, you'll arrive in the US before you left Japan on the same day! You'll have so many great memories of Japan!
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trip FEE
The trip is $3,900. A deposit of $100 is required for registration. The balance is due 90 days in advance of the trip on January 10th.
What's Included
All accommodations, transportation within Japan, all scheduled activities, and daily breakfasts,
Information
Upon registration, you'll receive a lot of information about the tour and a detailed itinerary, and what to pack and expect in Japan. You'll also receive information about Japan iin general.
Travel with Confidence
We understand that travel can be unpredictable. That's why purchasing travel insurance coverage is highly recommended to ensure that you're protected in any situation.
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Registration and Fee
The tour is $3,900. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to register. The balance is due on January 10th, 2026.
What's Included
All accommodations - double occupancy, all transportation in Japan - trains, charter buses, daily breakfasts, all activities - entry fees, workshops, etc..
Information you'll receive
Upon registration, you'll receive a lot of information about the tour and Japan in general. You'll receive a detailed day-to-day itinerary with explanations about what we'll see and do. The info will include packing suggestions, tips on Japanese culture, and everything you'll need to know to make your tour comfortable and educational.
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Japan in April
It's cherry blossom season in Japan in April, and you can see the blooms all over Japan, which are gorgeous and festive! You'll often see people enjoying picnics under the pink blossoms.
Cuisine
Japanese food is diverse and delicious! You can eat very cheaply at local ramen or sushi restaurants. Even the food in convenience stores is delicious and they are located everywhere!
Culture
There are temples and shrines all over Japan. Their art is beautiful and historic. The people are super kind and respectful. It's a very safe country! You'll have so many remarkable memories!