Japan the land of fascinating experiences, deep rooted culture, age old traditions, cutting edge technology, futuristic urban design, history, fun, unique experiences, and entertainment. The destination is a kaleidoscope for children and their inquisitive minds. On this family adventure we will explore all facets of this wonderful and fascinating country home to bullet train, robots, ninjas, samurais, geishas, Nintendo, Hello Kitty, Mt. Fuji, bamboo forests and monkey park of Arishyama. What make its an absolute choice is that Japan is one of the safest and friendliest place to get round while you can experience some of the best customers service.
Tokyo
Tokyo the beating heart of Japan goes on and on with limitless possibilities. The city looks right out of a sci-fi movie with its neon lit streetscapes, the highest observatory Skytree, and the metropolitan that stretches into eternity. The city has array of attractions and districts for families. Visit Harajuku, the epicenter of the teen fashion, Meji shrine a popular Shinto shrine, the magical world of Hayao Miyazaki (Japan’s top animator) at the Ghibli Museum, looking for the best amusement park head toTokyo Dosnyeland. To have a panorama view of the city travel by monorail to island of Odaha where there is whole lot for families like the trick museum, future driverless cars, walking robots, a super ‘Science of the Future’ museum, fantastic shopping and much more.
Hakone
Travel to the foothills of Mt Fuji to this small town of Hakone. Treat yourself to some breathtaking views of Mt Fuji while cruising on Lake Ashi a volcanic lake that was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the last eruption 3000 years ago. Visit Hakone National park and relax your feet in the hot springs of the rising volcano. The national park is famed for its numerous hot spring resorts and viewing points for Mt Fuji.
Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan’s cultural and spiritual heart steeped in tradition is power packed with cultural treasures, sacred shrines, ornate temples, sublime gardens and the geishas. Discover on a bike the ancient imperial palaces, Kinkaku-Ji temple, Fushimi Inari, and the Shinto shrines famed for its vermillion torii gates, best explored on a bike. A few family friendly highlights include Kyoto International Manga Museum and Toei Kyoto Studio Park a theme park and TV set based on 17th century village. Immerse yourself in history of the Geisha culture while enjoying kimono-clad performers over a cup of tea at a townhouse. For adventure seekers the outskirts of the city offers some scenic hikes, and to witness the city in its full bloom one must not miss the cherry blossom season.
Hiroshima
The name needs no introduction, and since 1945 the city has stood on its steady feet and has been welcoming tourists. Adults can visit the Peace memorial the epicenter of 1945 attack while the children can wander past the Children’s Peace Monument, with its colored paper cranes and the Cenotaph Memorial to the victims that offers a great learning on world peace. The biggest highlight of the city is Itsukushima Shrine, often referred to as Miyajima torii, particularly at high tide is best explored on a kayak, this tori makes for one of the most beautiful and photogenic sights in Japan.
